It is so easy to feel alone in a crowd—especially during the holidays. At holiday parties, it can seem like everyone else is surrounded by loving partners, families, and good friends. Often feelings of envy and longing creep in as we look at others laughing, eating, and drinking, and appearing to have better relationships than we have. Instead of feeling joyous and “part of,” we can feel alone, and isolated. For people with eating and body image issues, these feelings can be exacerbated as we watch people indulging in what we often think of as forbidden foods, seemingly without the consequences we face.
People with eating issues often struggle through these holidays privately, alone in our feelings of frustration, shame about our bodies, and isolation—even when, to outside observers, it might appear that we are having fun. Participation in a psychotherapy and support group at times like this can help alleviate the intense feelings.
In my practice, I facilitate support groups of people challenged by eating and body image issues. These groups of caring individuals, working to overcome mutual challenges, help participants to recover and thrive. If you are seeking a psychotherapy/support group led by a highly experienced, professional psychotherapist, I invite you to call 212-750-8130 or 732-247-5112.
Happy holidays and all the best in the New Year,
Joanne