Do you often look in the mirror and think that you need to loose ten pounds to be happy? Do you take extreme measure to change your body weight? Unfortunately too many women and teenage girls assume that there is something wrong with their bodies of they do not fit into some “standard” size advertised everywhere in our medias. The majority of girls will look at their weight to determine their self-worth and will equate getting thinner with gaining confidence. If you and/or your child are feeling inadequate and are turning to severe behaviors in an attempt to manipulate your bodies to fit an unrealistic standard of beauty you need help. You probably have or are developing an eating disorder. These are serious conditions that require qualified professional support.
Dr.Baya Mebarek, Psy.D.,LMFT
www.sandiegofamilytherapy.net
Baya Mebarek, Psy.D., LMFT
Baya Mebarek, Psy.D., LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 20 years of experience helping couples strengthen their relationships. Based in San Diego and providing online therapy throughout California, she specializes in couples therapy, marriage counseling, premarital counseling, affair recovery, communication and conflict, emotional disconnection, and rebuilding trust. Her integrative approach draws on research-based relationship strategies, attachment-informed therapy, and a deep understanding of the emotional patterns that can leave couples feeling hurt, misunderstood, or disconnected.
