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Compassionate ADHD and Binge Eating Counseling  in Colorado, Body Image Counseling with a Dietitian Nutritionist for Lasting Wellbeing

Embark on a journey of transformation to nurture a self-compassionate, trusting, and empowering relationship with food, body, and overall well-being. Our certified dietitians, experts in medical nutrition therapy with a focus on ADHD and Binge Eating, provide compassionate care to guide you toward lasting wellness. They support you in regaining trust and freedom concerning food and body, recognizing the connection between ADHD and disordered eating, refining meal planning and preparation skills, ultimately helping you embrace a life infused with a renewed sense of well-being.

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Outpatient Binge Eating & ADHD Treatment with Dietitians in Colorado:

At Side By Side Nutrition, our certified dietitians are committed to delivering individualized, one-on-one nutrition counseling and outpatient medical nutrition therapy designed specifically for those navigating the complexities of both ADHD and binge eating.

Our objective in medical nutrition therapy for individuals dealing with ADHD and binge eating is to cultivate a comprehensive approach grounded in a weight-inclusive philosophy. We stress positive behaviors, holistic well-being, and the significance of establishing trust with food and our bodies. Our methodology prioritizes self-compassion over numerical measures, recognizing it as the foundation for enduring health.

We provide evidence-based nutrition therapy to help patients manage their relationship with food by:

  • Establishing a framework for a nutritious diet — giving patients needed structure

  • Teaching mindful eating practices

  • Helping patients find ways to stimulate the brain with practices, other than eating (exercising, playing an instrument, doing a hobby etc.)

  • Exploring healthy coping mechanisms for anxiety, depression, sadness, and stress to shift away from emotional eating

We firmly believe that genuine well-being goes beyond just numerical measurements on a scale. Instead, we prioritize helping clients cultivate a new, lasting, compassionate, respectful, and trusting relationship with food, body image, and themselves. Through tailored counseling, we aim to empower individuals to overcome the challenges associated with ADHD and binge eating, ultimately fostering lasting well-being and a revitalized sense of self.

With locations in Colorado Springs and Fort Collins, Colorado, as well as Woodinville, Washington, our services reach patients statewide and nationwide through in-person and online counseling.

 
 

Are ADHD and Binge Eating Related?

Research has linked a strong activation of the brain’s reward system of those with high ADHD symptoms. And this might be why people with ADHD have an increased risk of developing binge eating disorder.

Binge Eating and ADHD Connection and Challenges

People with ADHD and binge eating may face various challenges related to food and body image. It's important to note that individuals can have unique experiences, but some common challenges include:

  • Impulsivity: ADHD is often associated with impulsivity, which can lead to impulsive eating behaviors, including difficulties in resisting the urge to binge eat or consume large quantities of food.

  • Emotional Dysregulation: Both ADHD and binge eating disorder can be linked to difficulties in emotional regulation. Emotional challenges may contribute to using food as a coping mechanism, leading to binge eating episodes.

  • Hyperfocus on Food: People with ADHD may experience hyperfocus on certain activities, including eating. This hyperfocus on food can contribute to overeating or binge eating behaviors.

  • Executive Functioning Difficulties: ADHD can impact executive functions such as planning, organization, and self-control. This may make it challenging for individuals to establish and maintain healthy eating habits.

  • Body Image Concerns: Binge eating can contribute to negative body image issues. Individuals may feel guilt, shame, or dissatisfaction with their bodies, which can further exacerbate the cycle of binge eating.

  • Medication Side Effects: Some medications prescribed for ADHD may have side effects related to appetite and weight, which can impact food choices and body image.

  • Social Challenges: ADHD can affect social interactions and relationships. This may lead to isolation or difficulties in seeking support for issues related to binge eating and body image.

 
 
 

It's essential for individuals facing these challenges to seek professional help. Mental health professionals, including therapists and dietitians, can provide support in developing coping strategies, improving emotional regulation, and establishing healthier relationships with food and body image.

 

What does a dietitian do for someone with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) who is struggling with binge eating?

Our dedicated team of dietitian nutritionists is committed to guiding clients on a path of healing that transcends fear and shame. By addressing food fears, dismantling negative body image, and empowering clients to shift their perspective towards love, respect, and acceptance, we facilitate lasting recovery. Together, we eliminate food and body shame, identify triggers leading to self-doubt, and foster a trusting relationship with food and body, creating space for genuine values to emerge.

Recognizing that answers lie within each individual, our multi-disciplinary team of medical nutrition specialists facilitates a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Eating disorder recovery extends beyond overcoming the disorder; it's about creating a full and empowered life through healing in food and body image. Our holistic approach, combined with collaborative care, ensures comprehensive support for individuals with ADHD and binge eating.

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What does nutrition therapy for ADHD and Binge Eating include?

 

A Comprehensive Initial Assessment

Our comprehensive approach starts with an in-depth assessment focused on your unique needs, examining your past and present relationship with food, body image, and health history. With your consent, we collaborate to understand your goals for our partnership. In our specialized work with ADHD and nutrition, we prioritize holistic well-being by addressing the challenges associated with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. We aim to support a positive relationship with food and enhance overall health through personalized strategies tailored to your specific needs and aspirations.

 

Build Trust in the Body’s Natural Cues

Our focus is on breaking free from the persistent thoughts and behaviors linked to ADHD-related challenges that may keep individuals trapped in a cycle of distress. Together, we initiate a transformative journey to cultivate trust in the body's natural cues, fostering a renewed sense of freedom and openness in life. Utilizing targeted interventions, we address the underlying factors contributing to disordered eating patterns, aiming to liberate individuals from the constraints associated with ADHD and its impact on nutrition and well-being.

 

Go Beyond Symptom Management - Shift Body Image Perception

Our focus goes beyond merely managing symptoms; we aim to facilitate a profound transformation in how body image is perceived, fostering self-acceptance and a genuine appreciation for one's unique self. By breaking down the mental and eOur focus goes beyond mere symptom management; we aim to bring about a profound shift in body image perception, fostering self-acceptance and a genuine appreciation for one's unique identity in the context of ADHD-related challenges. By dismantling the mental and emotional barriers imposed by ADHD, we empower our clients to embrace a life free from constant mental strain, cultivating a newfound sense of joy, purpose, and possibility. Follow-up sessions are integral to our collaborative work. We thoroughly explore your relationship with food and body, addressing challenges and co-creating personalized tools. We delve into body image exploration, dismantling external influences related to ADHD and promoting a supportive environment. Our goal is to assist you in expanding variety and flexibility with eating, learning to respond to your body's cues, and cultivating a positive and joyful relationship with food and body in the context of ADHD and its unique challenges.

 

Continued Support

Throughout your journey, we offer unwavering support, navigating the inevitable ups and downs. We celebrate your Throughout your journey, we offer unwavering support, navigating the inevitable ups and downs. We celebrate your progress and stand by you as you cross the finish line. Our mission is not only eating disorder recovery but also the cultivation of a life that is rich, meaningful, and fully aligned with your values. We believe in the importance of this journey and the therapeutic relationship, and our dedicated dietitians are here to guide you every step of the way.

 

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials List

Recent “graduate” from Side by Side Nutrition. I started working with SBSN to figure out how food worked after having an eating disorder for years. And I’m so happy I got so much more than that! SBSN introduced me to Self-Compassion and met me with an approach that never included shaming me. I looked forward to our sessions every week, even if I hadn’t done any of my work, because I knew she’d be understanding and work with me to figure out what I needed to make it happen. And none of that compassion and presence was lost when we had to switch to telehealth. When I started, I didn’t think healing from an eating disorder was possible. And I never in my wildest dreams imagined that I’d come out of it with an unshakable love for my body (certainly not a plus size body with chronic illness)! I’m so glad circumstances sent me here because I know I wouldn’t have gotten to this place with my previous dietician! I am STRONG, I am CONFIDENT, and I am in LOVE with myself! Thank you so much for helping me on my journey here! It wasn’t easy, but it was so worth it!

— Michaela Myers

I worked with SBSN at Side by Side after an eating disorder diagnosis, and it changed my life for the better. The entire team is incredibly supportive, patient, and full of resources. There's a lot of confusion out there about dieticians and nutritionists, and I'm lucky to have found a place that helped me the way no one ever had. I thought recovery was impossible for me, but it's not! You just have to find the right people, and that can take some digging. Side by Side is the real deal.

— Melanie Smith

As the director of an eating disorder outpatient clinic, licensed psychologist, and certified eating disorders specialist, I am extremely picky about the dietitians my team and I will collaborate with. I can say with full confidence that my team completely trusts Jamie Magdic and her entire team of dietitians. Jamie is incredibly compassionate and dedicated to her patients, in addition to being extremely knowledgeable . Side By Side Nutrition is one of our clinic's top picks for nutrition therapy. They are excellent, know eating disorders, and are actually weight-inclusive and HAES-informed. I would trust Side By Side Nutrition with any patient with any diagnosis in any stage of recovery.

— Dr. Janean Anderson

I started working with SBSN after 20 years of disordered eating and 3 years of eating disorder treatment. My RDs were always focused on my weight restoration and how I felt food, but never really got how I felt about my body. I have made bigger strides in recovery working with SBSN than I ever did with any other RD. SBSN is kind, compassionate, non-judgemental, and easy to relate to. I felt comfortable with SBSN starting from day 1. To quote my therapist, SBSN is a unicorn and you won't find anyone like them!

— Alexandria McCombs

When I started working with SBSN, I had been struggling with my eating disorder for over six years. I had worked with RDs and therapists before, but they solely focused on weight restoration and not the mental aspect of recovery, so I stayed stuck in my disorder while in a "recovered" body. SBSN's approach was unlike any other RD or eating disorder specialist I had worked with before in that she treats her clients as whole, multifaceted people and addresses so much more than just the food piece of recovery. They helped me to constantly challenge my eating disorder and tackle food fears while also teaching me about the importance of self care and self compassion in recovery and how I could incorporate these into my life. I truly feel that my work with SBSN not only helped me win my battle against my eating disorder but helped me to be a stronger, happier, healthier person in general now that I have those self care tools. It was so refreshing to work with someone with a holistic approach to eating disorders and body image issues and I cannot recommend working with her enough! Thank you so much SBSN for your support!

— Kacey

SBSN gave me peace and restoration in my mind, body, and life. I had deeply rooted issues surrounding food and my body, and I thought I would never recover from my concerns. I had my reservations about meeting a dietician on my first appointment, but the therapy is never diet-focused, and focused more on client-centered care and recovery. They tailor therapy sessions around your goals and comfort. They provide many resources for her clients to guide them through each phase of recovery. I will never forget SBSN, they were an essential factor in my recovery.

— Lauren

I am so thankful to this organization, they are helping me out so much in so many different areas. My dietitian is an outstanding registered dietitian to work with and Jamie has jumped hoops to make sure that I could get into this program and I am so humbled by their partnering care! I love the inviting and accepting feel of the staff and overall office feel, from when I walk in the doors through when I walk out after my appointment every time I come. I truly don’t know where I’d be if I didn’t have Side by Side guiding me through my healing journey. My eyes well with gratitude for this practice as I write this review! Thank you!!!

— Mary Sanders

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Our Team of Dietitian Nutritionists, Expert ED and Medical Nutrition Counselors

 

The Side by Side Nutrition team has a team of 12+ outpatient registered dietitians. We provide online nutrition counseling to patients in Colorado and around the country. We offer one-on-one and family nutrition counseling for patients either online or in person, with offices located in Colorado Springs and Fort Collins. We specialize in eating disorder recovery and body image healing.

RD - Registered Dietitian
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
MS - Masters of Science

As specialists in ED nutrition counseling our mission is rooted in compassion. We:  

  • Strive to create a safe and nurturing space for individuals on their journey to wellness. 

  • Understand the profound impact that eating disorders can have on one's life.

  • Are committed to fostering a supportive community where every client feels seen, heard, and understood. 

  • Work from an intuitive eating, HAES (Health at Every Size) Informed Approach.

  • Believe everyone has the right to high-quality care – accessibility and inclusivity are at the core of our values.

  • Stand firm in our belief in the possibility of full recovery. 

  • Continually invest in our education to stay at the forefront of the field.

  • Are committed to ongoing learning.

  • Channel all our resources into becoming the best eating disorder nutritionist counselors.

  • Are dedicated to guiding our clients toward a life of lasting health and empowerment.

 

We Accept Insurance:

We are committed to ensuring that our clients have access to healthcare, and we make every effort to facilitate this. We accept insurance plans such as BlueCross Blue Shield (Anthem/Regence), United HealthCare (Optum), Aetna, and Cigna.

 
 

Dietitian for ED and Medical Nutrition Therapy FAQ

 

Why do people with ADHD binge eat at night?

People with ADHD may binge eat at night due to various factors such as increased impulsivity, difficulty with emotional regulation, and fewer external distractions. Nighttime can provide a quiet and less stimulating environment, making it more challenging for individuals with ADHD to control impulsive behaviors like binge eating.

Is it hard for people with ADHD to eat?

While ADHD itself doesn't make it hard to eat, individuals with ADHD may face challenges related to impulsivity, hyperactivity, and difficulties in maintaining routines. These factors can impact meal planning and eating habits.

What does ADHD overstimulation feel like?

ADHD overstimulation can manifest as feeling overwhelmed, restless, anxious, irritable, or having difficulty focusing. It may be triggered by excessive sensory input or a high-demand environment.

Are ADHD and binge eating related?

There is a potential connection between ADHD and binge eating. Impulsivity, emotional dysregulation are common in ADHD, can contribute to binge eating behaviors. However, it is very important to also understand the role of restriction that contributes to binge eating.

Is binge eating a symptom of ADHD?

Binge eating is not a direct symptom of ADHD, but there can be an overlap. Some individuals with ADHD may engage in binge eating as a coping mechanism for emotional dysregulation or impulsivity.

Can ADHD cause binge eating?

ADHD itself does not cause binge eating, but the associated challenges, such as impulsivity and emotional dysregulation, may contribute to the development of binge eating behaviors.

What insurance plans do you accept?

Side By Side Nutrition is in network with Cigna, Cigna Localplus, Aetna, BlueCross Blue Shield (Anthem/Regence), UMR, and United Healthcare. Prior to your visit, please call your insurance company to check your benefits. We can not guarantee coverage.

For other insurance companies, we are out-of-network providers. This means we can provide you a superbill to submit to insurance for possible reimbursement. SBS can not submit superbills without a medical diagnosis. Payment is due at time of service for folxs using out of network benefits.

How does treatment work? What does a typical session look like?

An outpatient team consists of a dietitian, therapist, and primary care physician at minimum. Sessions are highly individualized and change from week to week depending on the needs, goals, behaviors, and journey of each client. Our dietitians are constantly assessing the needs, progress, safety, and next steps with their client’s short and long term goals in mind. 

An outpatient team works collaboratively to ensure clients get the best care for their recovery while staying in their day to day life. Clients in eating disorder recovery being treated on the outpatient level will typically visit with their dietitians 1-2x/week, therapist 1-2x/week, PCP monthly, and psychiatrist as needed.

I don’t live in Colorado, can we still work together?

Absolutely! We are passionate about making care accessible for you and offer telehealth services and online nutrition therapy when appropriate. We will meet via a HIPAA-compliant video conference platform and communicate between sessions using email. 

We provide nutrition counseling to clients from around the county.

How do I get started?

You can schedule directly online here!

You can also contact us to help you schedule via our contact form here.

If you have any questions about working with us or scheduling, feel free to contact us via email or phone: contact@sidebysidenutrition.com or call us at 708-717-7394.