Eating Disorder Therapy in Asheville, NC

You Deserve Support, Not Judgment

Food, body image and eating can take up a huge amount of space in your head. Whether you’re dealing with restriction, binge eating, purging, over-exercise or a relationship with food that just doesn’t feel okay, you deserve support that doesn’t judge you or rush you.

Our approach is trauma-informed, LGBTQIA+-affirming and neurodivergent-friendly, and we work at your pace.

Who You'll Work With

Eating disorder therapy at Born to Bend is led by Mik Kenny, MSW, LCSWA. Mik works with teens and adults in Asheville and virtually across North Carolina.

Mik draws on ACT, DBT and somatic approaches. We also coordinate with your doctor or dietitian when that helps your care.

Eating Disorder Therapy Can Help With:

Anorexia, bulimia and binge eating
Disordered eating that doesn’t fit a neat label
Body image distress
Eating concerns alongside trauma, anxiety, depression or OCD
Recovery support after a higher level of care

Virtual Meal Support Group

Mik also leads a virtual meal support group for people in North Carolina recovering from an eating disorder or disordered eating.

It meets Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 to 2pm Eastern, for $20 per session, with a sliding scale available. Members must also be working with an outpatient therapist and/or registered dietitian.

Is Outpatient Therapy Enough?

For many people, yes. If medical concerns or the severity of symptoms mean you need more support, such as medical monitoring or a higher level of care, we’ll talk with you honestly about that and help you find the right next step.

Frequently asked questions

Do you work with teens?

Yes. Mik works with teens and adults, and can include parents or caregivers when that’s helpful. See teen therapy.

Do you take insurance?

Yes. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna (including the NC State Health Plan) and several NC Medicaid plans. Coverage and copays depend on your plan, so please check your benefits before your first session.

Can I do therapy virtually?

Yes. Virtual sessions are available anywhere in North Carolina.

How do I get started?

Book online or call 828-407-0355, Monday through Friday, 8am to 7pm. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911.