Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that affect both physical health and emotional well-being. They often involve extreme focus on food, weight, or body shape, which leads to harmful eating behavior patterns. Symptoms may include restrictive eating, bingeing, purging, or intense fear of gaining weight.
AZZ Medical Associates provides personalized eating disorder treatment in New Jersey, both telehealth and in-person. We combine evidence-based care with compassionate therapeutic support to help individuals restore balance, improve nutrition, and regain strength in both mind and body.
When Food Feels Like a Battle, We Face It With You
Nearly 9% of New Jersey residents experience an eating disorder at some point in their lives. Whether you are controlling what and how much you eat, or having fear and guilt about food, you’re not alone. Because caring and expert treatment for eating disorders is available.
If left untreated, eating disorders can lead to serious medical complications, social withdrawal, and worsening anxiety or depression. AZZ Medical Associates provides online and in-person therapeutic/medical care so you can live a healthier life without worrying about eating habits or your body.
Types of Eating Disorders We Treat
AZZ Medical Associates experienced team diagnoses and treats a wide range of eating disorders in New Jersey. We provide evidence‑based, nutritional guidance and ongoing support in 21+NJ clinics or via HIPAA-compliant telehealth.
Anorexia Nervosa
Characterized by food restriction, intense fear of gaining weight, and distorted body image, often leading to dangerous weight loss.
Bulimia Nervosa
Involves cycles of binge eating followed by behaviors like vomiting, fasting, or overexercising to prevent weight gain.
Binge Eating Disorder
Frequent episodes of eating large amounts of food, often quickly and in secret, followed by feelings of guilt or shame.
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
Individuals limit food intake due to lack of interest, sensory issues, or fear of consequences like choking, without body image concerns.
Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders (OSFED)
Covers serious eating problems that do not meet the full criteria of other eating disorders but still cause significant distress and health risks.
The signs of eating disorders appear differently for everyone, and these indications are often hidden. You may not even realize you have an eating disorder, because you might have adapted to its lifestyle. Signs and symptoms vary based on the type, but some physical and behavioral symptoms include:
Constant checking (mirror/body) or frequent weighing
Rigid food rituals
Diagnosis of Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are diagnosed based on careful evaluation of eating behaviors, physical symptoms, and mental health. It requires more than noticing weight changes or eating habits. AZZ Medical Associates board-certified psychiatrists accurately evaluate and diagnose a wide range of eating disorders. Diagnosis often involves:
Clinical Interview
We begin with a detailed discussion of your eating patterns, thoughts around food and body image, and how these behaviors affect your daily life.
Medical & Family History
We review your medical background, family history of eating disorders or mental health conditions, and any past treatments.
Physical Examination & Lab Work
Because eating disorders impact the entire body, we check for vital signs, nutritional deficiencies, and potential complications through medical exams and lab tests.
Standardized Screening Tools
We utilize validated questionnaires and assessment tools, such as the Eating Disorder Examination Questionnaire (EDE-Q), to evaluate symptom severity and track progress.
Assessment for Co-Occurring Conditions
Anxiety, depression, substance use, or trauma may co-exist with eating disorders. We identify these to ensure a treatment plan that addresses your whole mental health.
Struggling with eating habits and body image? AZZ Medical Associates psychiatrists and psychologists diagnose and treat eating disorders with personalized care plans.
Here is why people of New Jersey choose us:
Break the Food Guilt & Shame With AZZ Medical Associates
Eating disorders don’t just affect your diet. They also weigh on your mind, body, and soul. AZZ Medical Associates doesn’t rush your recovery. We start with small, steady steps to not make the treatment overwhelming for you. We guide you toward safety, strength, and healing at your own pace.
Looking for eating disorder treatment near you? Since 2013, AZZ Medical Associates has been providing compassionate, evidence-based care to New Jersey patients. Our care supports individuals and families in towns and cities, including Ewing Township, Hamilton, Delran, South Plainfield, and Bayonne, with more than 21 convenient locations statewide.
Wherever you are in New Jersey, our team is ready to provide accessible, personalized treatment through both in-person visits and HIPAA-compliant telepsychiatry sessions.
Do you accept insurance for eating disorder treatment?
Yes. We accept all insurance plans. Before your first appointment, our team will verify your coverage and explain your benefits clearly, so you know what to expect.
What types of eating disorders does AZZ Medical Associates treat?
We treat a full range of eating disorders, including Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), and OSFED (Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders).
Can I get eating disorder treatment through telehealth?
Yes. AZZ Medical Associates offers secure HIPAA-compliant telehealth services across New Jersey. You can begin with a virtual consultation, receive a full evaluation, and access follow-ups from home.
What are the early warning signs of an eating disorder?
Early signs may include extreme concern with body image, sudden food restrictions, skipping meals, obsessively tracking calories, isolation, anxiety around food, or rapid weight changes.
What should I expect during my first appointment?
Your first visit includes a private conversation with a licensed provider who will ask about your eating habits, thoughts about food and body image, mental health history, and physical symptoms. The goal is to understand you and build a custom treatment plan.
Can eating disorders affect people of any weight or body type?
Yes. Eating disorders don’t always involve being underweight or overweight. Diagnosis is based on behavior, thoughts, and health, not weight alone. AZZ treats all patients with respect and understanding.
Your health matters at AZZ Medical Associates. Our specialized team is here to provide you with exceptional, customized care. Schedule your appointment today!
