When mood disorders and eating disorders appear together, the recovery path can feel especially overwhelming. It’s common for someone experiencing depression, anxiety, or PTSD to also struggle with disordered eating, yet few treatment centers are equipped to address both at the same time.
At Earth’s Edge Wellness, we offer holistic, virtual treatment designed for people who are managing more than one challenge. Our integrated model supports the whole person: emotionally, physically, and energetically.
Why Mood and Eating Disorders Often Co-Exist
Research shows that mood disorders and eating disorders frequently overlap. One study found that more than half of those with an eating disorder also experience a mood disorder such as depression, while up to 62% live with an anxiety disorder.
These findings aren’t surprising, since both types of conditions can stem from similar emotional roots like trauma, low self-worth, or difficulty managing intense feelings. When someone is living with one condition, it can make the other more complicated to manage.
In fact, experts note that the relationship is bidirectional: mood disorders can increase the likelihood of developing disordered eating behaviors, and vice versa.
The Problem with Treating These Conditions Separately
Unfortunately, many treatment centers focus on either eating disorders or mood disorders, but not both. That can leave people without the tools or support they truly need to manage the bigger picture.
Fragmented care can result in short-term relief but long-term frustration. A more effective option is integrated treatment that acknowledges how these conditions affect each other and supports both in parallel.
A Virtual, Holistic Approach at Earth’s Edge Wellness
Earth’s Edge Wellness is designed to meet this need. We offer holistic treatment plans that support healing on multiple levels, and everything we do is accessible through a secure virtual platform.
Our clients receive care that may include:
- Psychotherapy using Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing (SE), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Nutritional counseling and meal support to address disordered eating patterns
- Mind-body practices like yoga and mindfulness to help regulate the nervous system
- Reiki and energy healing to support emotional processing and balance
Each person’s care plan is customized. Whether mood symptoms are primary or secondary to disordered eating, our team is trained to meet you where you are and adjust the path as you grow.
How Holistic Treatment Supports Both Conditions
Mind-body practices are especially effective in treating co-occurring mood and eating disorders. Research on complementary approaches such as yoga, mindfulness, and nutritional education shows that these tools can improve emotional regulation and reduce behaviors like binge eating.
These practices help clients reconnect with their bodies, learn new coping strategies, and foster a greater sense of self-awareness, all of which are key elements in healing both emotional distress and disordered eating.
FAQs About Dual-Diagnosis Support
Can I get help for both my anxiety and my eating disorder at the same time?
Yes. Earth’s Edge Wellness specializes in integrated support. You don’t need to treat one before the other.
What if I don’t know which is the bigger issue?
That’s okay. Our therapists are skilled at helping you sort through overlapping symptoms so you can get clarity and support.
Do I have to do all the services offered?
Not at all. We build your plan around your comfort, preferences, and goals. We’ll never push something that doesn’t feel right for you.
You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
If you’re living with both an eating disorder and a mood disorder, there is a way forward. Earth’s Edge Wellness offers compassionate, virtual care tailored to your life. Contact us today to learn how we can help you start feeling better emotionally and physically.