Eating Disorders Specialist
When an Eating Disorder Affects Your Family
Facing an eating disorder in the family can feel overwhelming—watching someone you love struggle with food, body image, and self-worth brings fear, confusion, and heartache. You may find yourself walking on eggshells at mealtimes, unsure how to help, and fearful that nothing you say or do will make a difference. You’re not alone. Smadar understands how isolating and stressful this journey can be for everyone involved. With empathy and real-world experience, she creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where both the individual and the whole family can begin to heal together.
Why Trust Smadar
With fifteen years of therapeutic practice—five of them dedicated exclusively to eating-disorder treatment at a leading Partial Hospitalization Program clinic—Smadar brings both depth and proven results to her work. She holds a master’s degree in expressive therapies, is credentialed as an LPC, and is trained in art therapy, allowing her to blend clinical rigor with creative healing. Her ongoing commitment to professional development and her track record of guiding countless families through recovery make her a trusted partner in this process.
How Smadar Supports Your Family
Smadar’s family-centered approach combines evidence-based modalities—CBT, EMDR, mindfulness—with art-therapy activities and structured family sessions. She helps you rebuild trust around meals, improve communication, and develop shared coping strategies for challenging moments. By collaborating closely with parents, siblings, and significant others—and coordinating care with your primary care provider—Smadar ensures medical and therapeutic needs align in a truly holistic treatment plan. If you’re ready to move from worry to action and restore connection in your family, Smadar is here to guide every step of your journey.