It is not unusual for someone with an eating disorder to struggle with “fear” and/or “trigger” foods. At Nourish Me Nutrition Therapy, your dietitian may incorporate individualized fear food challenges or food exposures in sessions, as deemed appropriate and when you feel ready.
Your dietitian will provide a safe environment and have a fear/trigger food or meal together with you while providing support and reassurance, as well as processing afterward.
Fear food challenges and food exposures may take place either in the office or at a local eatery and will be coordinated and planned for in advance. Your dietitian may also offer an off-site session at a grocery store for additional exposure and support, as food shopping and selecting “new” or different foods is often overwhelming for those struggling with an eating disorder. For more details or to arrange a fear food challenge, please contact us.