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Eating Disorder Therapy LA: A Psychology Group
Inclusive, Compassionate Eating Disorder Therapy—Rooted in California, Available Virtually
Welcome to Eating Disorder Therapy LA, a psychotherapy practice deeply rooted in Los Angeles and proudly serving clients across California—and beyond. We specialize in eating disorder treatment for people of all ages, genders, identities, and body sizes, offering virtual care that meets you where you are, as well as in our Los Angeles office.
Whether you're navigating recovery yourself or supporting a loved one, we’re here to walk alongside you with respectful, evidence-based support.
What We Stand For:
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Radical Inclusivity. All bodies and identities are welcome here.
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Family Involvement. Especially for children and teens, healing happens best with family support.
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Fat Positivity. We are anti-diet and aligned with Health at Every Size® (HAES®) principles.
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Affordability. We accept many insurance plans—including Medicaid—and offer low-fee options because everyone deserves access to quality eating disorder care. We also offer very low-cost eating disorder therapy available through our training clinic.
Expert Care, Grounded in Values
Led by Dr. Lauren Muhlheim, Psy.D., FAED, CEDS-C—a Clinical Psychologist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (and Certified Consultant)—our team provides warm, expert care for a wide range of eating disorders, including:
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OSFED (Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder)
We use evidence-based treatments such as Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for adolescents and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for adults.
Virtual Therapy That’s Flexible and Accessible
While based in California, we also offer virtual therapy in Indiana, Florida, New York, Oregon, and South Carolina—making quality eating disorder care accessible to more people who need it.
Healing is possible—and it starts with connection.
Take a look around our site to learn more about our services, treatment approach, and team. When you're ready, reach out to schedule a consultation or first session.
Make an Appointment Now! 323-743-1122
Lauren Muhlheim, Psy.D., FAED, CEDS-C
Clinical Psychologist and Owner
In-person and telehealth.
Licensed in California (PSY15045), New York (012827-1), Indiana (20043428A), Oregon (3929) and Florida (TH131)
Certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor, certified in FBT for adolescent eating disorders.
Kristine Flanigan, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist & Director of Practicum Training
Licensed in California (PSY 35863)
Telehealth only
Works with individuals who struggle with eating disorders and body image concerns.
Elisha Carcieri, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Telehealth only.
Licensed in California (PSY 26716) and South Carolina
Works with people struggling with a wide variety of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and difficulties with food, eating, dieting, and body image.
Louisiana Wermer, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #147850)
In-person and Telehealth
Spanish & English.
Works with adolescents and adults with eating disorders and co-occurring disorders.
Fabiana Tantini, Ph.D.
Registered Psychological Associate (PSB94027268)
Supervised by Lauren Muhlheim, Psy.D.
(on temporary leave) In-person and Telehealth
English and Italian
Works with individuals and families with eating disorders, anxiety, and depression
Carly Poynter, Psy.D.
Registered Psychological Associate
Supervised by Lauren Muhlheim, Psy.D. #15045
In-person and telehealth
![Shadi Houshangi [Image description: photo of therapist Shadi, smiling in front of a flowering tree]](https://www.eatingdisordertherapyla.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/shadi-sq.jpg "Shadi Houshangi, associate therapist at Eating Disorder Therapy LA in Los Angeles, California")
Shadi Houshangi, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT #138196)
Supervised by Elisha Carcieri, Ph.D. #26716
In person and Telehealth
Emma Haren, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist #147303
Supervised by Lauren Muhlheim, Psy.D. #15045
In person and telehealth
Emily Walker, AMFT
Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
#151807
Supervised by Lauren Muhlheim, Psy.D. #15045
In person and telehealth
Eating Disorders
Adult Eating Disorder
Our therapists provide cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for adults and some older adolescents with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and other eating disorders...
Child and Teen Eating Disorder
While some older adolescents may benefit from individual cognitive behavioral therapy , for many adolescents with anorexia and bulimia, a better option is Family-Based Treatment...