An increasing number of people are grappling with disordered eating or diagnosed eating disorders, a trend that is concerning and underscores the importance of awareness and treatment.
Eating disorders can manifest through various warning signs, including noticeable weight fluctuations, discomfort eating around others, an intense focus on weight loss and controlling food intake, a deep fear of gaining weight, frequent checking in the mirror for perceived flaws, and low self-esteem tied to body shape and size. It's important to recognize that these are just a few indicators; eating disorders vary widely in how they present in individuals.
For those struggling with an eating disorder, we offer a supportive and multifaceted approach to treatment. This includes both psychiatric care and dietitian services to develop suitable nutritional plans and goals. We also emphasize the effectiveness of family therapy, particularly using the eco-systemic model, in treating eating disorders.
We urge anyone noticing disordered eating behaviors, tendencies, or significant body image distress to seek support. Our goal is to provide a safe, affirming space where you can openly share your experiences and identify your needs. We work with you to create a treatment plan that respects your autonomy and emphasizes your inherent strength and bravery as key components of recovery.
We understand the intense loneliness often associated with eating disorders and the profound impact negative body image can have on identity and self-worth. By adopting a strength-based approach, our clinicians leverage your resilience and courage as the foundation for your treatment.
Sophia Gant, LCSW
Sophia is a licensed social worker with a focus on eating disorders, having honed her expertise at the Renfrew Center of Radnor and through her education at the University of Pennsylvania. She adopts a whole-person, non-pathologizing approach in her therapy, emphasizing the influence of family and societal systems, and is committed to principles of social justice. In her practice, Sophia skillfully balances confronting unhelpful patterns with a warm, compassionate approach, and also has a keen interest in addressing issues related to eating disorders, sexuality, and self-harm
Sophia is a licensed social worker specializing in eating disorders. She completed her graduate studies at the University of Pennsylvania, earning joint Masters in education and social work. Sophia developed her skill set for supporting clients struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, and other eating disorders at the Renfrew Center of Radnor, first as a Primary Therapist and then as a Team Leader. In addition to supporting those struggling with eating disorders, Sophia particularly enjoys helping clients grapple with questions of sexuality and supporting people working to limit self-harming behaviors.
Sophia has a background in the humanities and takes a whole-person, non-pathologizing, and relational approach to therapeutic work. She is attuned to the role of family and societal systems on the individual and practices from a standpoint informed by principles of social justice. Sophia is adept at balancing confrontation of unhelpful, harmful patterns with a warm and compassionate tone in the therapy session.
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