Anorexia Support in St. Louis & Beyond

Compassionate help for those struggling with restriction, rules, and food-related fear.

If you’re here because something just doesn’t feel right with food, you’re not alone. Maybe you’ve been eating less and less and it still doesn’t feel like “enough.” Maybe you’ve lost weight, thrown away food, lied to others about your meals, or found yourself feeling proud, scared, and ashamed all at the same time.

You might think it’s not that bad.
You might think you’re just trying to be healthy.
You might wonder if you’re addicted to sugar, out of control, or doing what you have to do to stay in shape.

We’re here to help you make sense of what’s going on and get support that truly honors your full self.

What is Anorexia? (Hint: It’s not just about weight.)

Anorexia Nervosa is a serious eating disorder that’s often misunderstood. It’s not just about eating “too little” or being “underweight.” At its core, anorexia is about not eating enough to fuel your body, often driven by fear, anxiety, and an overwhelming sense of needing to stay in control.

People with anorexia typically feel distressed when food decisions go off plan. They may struggle to be spontaneous, flexible, or present during meals. Some restrict the types of foods they eat. Others feel like they eat “a lot” but deep down, question whether it is really enough.

Many of our clients describe it like this: “No matter what I eat or don’t eat, I can’t win. I feel like I’m in food prison.”