Dr. Andrea Seefeldt (she/her)

Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS)

In this work, I use the most effective treatments, so you don’t have to waste your time with stuff that doesn’t work. Pulling from my expertise, I will empower you to make changes while I guide and support you along the way. I’m committed to being your advocate and building a team of providers to get you to the other side of recovery as soon as possible—because these issues are no one’s fault, and you deserve to feel confident and thrive.

Eating disorders are serious and complicated, which is why I prioritize staying up to date on the most current research and am continuously expanding my skill set as a clinician to provide the best quality of care. I also understand that treatment is not one-size-fits-all. So, I take the time to really get to know my clients, understand what they’re going through, and create a customized plan that works for them. Staying connected to loved ones, routines, passions, and hobbies can aid recovery, which is why I strive to help clients stay active in those things as much as possible during our work together.

I’m committed to improving access to inclusive, quality eating disorder care and am passionate about dismantling systems of oppression, especially sizism. I work with people of all genders, races, and body sizes, and will never make assumptions about the issues you’re facing based on how you look. I value the roles identity and culture play in how we view ourselves, food, and the world, and incorporate this into my work.

Education & Licensure

  • Licensed Clinical Psychologist, IL #071009178

  • PsyD, Clinical Psychology, Adler University, 2014

  • MA, Counseling Psychology, Adler University, 2011

  • BS, Psychology, University of Wisconsin, 2008

  • PsyPact provider with authority to practice interjurisdictional telepsychology in participating states

Trainings & Certifications

  • Certified Eating Disroder Specialist (CEDS)

  • SPECIALIZED

    Having specialized in treating eating disorders and comorbid conditions for over a decade, my peers consider me an expert. 

    I often work alongside other mental health professionals who feel that their clients need more specialized support, and handle many cases that would be classified as difficult to treat. All that to say, I’m confident in my approach and that I can help you start living life the way you want to.

  • RELATABLE

    In sessions with me, you never have to worry about being judged or criticized. I’m going to show up as my whole, flawed self, and you are welcome and encouraged to do the same. 

    Ultimately, everything we’ll do together is for your benefit, and I always want you to know that I’m in your corner here. This work may be uncomfortable at times, but I promise to support you through that discomfort and to the other side of recovery.

  • COLLABORATIVE

    As someone who has focused on this specialty for a long time, I know how complicated it can be to navigate all the moving parts of this process. 

    I’m more than happy to assist with—or even lead the charge on—building a team of professionals (dietician, psychiatrist, physician, etc.) that will ensure this process goes as smoothly as possible. I want to be your advocate and ally, and help you in any way I can.

Seefeldt Psychotherapy is delighted to collaborate with Dr. Renee Rienecke, an expert in Family Based Treatment for eating disorders.

Dr. Renee Rienecke

Renee D. Rienecke, PhD, FAED, is a clinical psychologist, consultant to ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders & Severe Malnutrition at Denver Health, and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Northwestern University.  After earning her Bachelor’s degree at the University of Michigan, Dr. Rienecke received her Ph.D. from Northwestern University and completed her clinical psychology internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Chicago.  Dr. Rienecke has been in the eating disorders field for over 25 years and has extensive experience building and directing treatment programs, including the University of Michigan Comprehensive Eating Disorders Program and the Medical University of South Carolina Eating Disorders Program.  Dr. Rienecke is a Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders, a member of the Eating Disorders Research Society, and a faculty member of the Training Institute for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders.

It might feel like you are in control of your eating habits, but in reality, they’re in control of you.

If you’re honest, thoughts about food or your body are floating through your mind no matter what’s happening around you. Not only is it exhausting, it’s inconvenient. Maybe you miss being able to say “yes” to plans without first figuring out if there’s food involved. Or, maybe you just miss when your parents or friends weren’t constantly asking you about when you last ate, what you ate, and how much. Maybe you just want to go back to feeling normal again.

The truth is, your eating habits affect more than just your body—they affect your brain, too. When your brain isn’t nourished, it may be harder to concentrate or make decisions from a place of logic. Malnourishment can also lead to more serious medical complications and even death if it goes untreated. The sooner you seek treatment, the better chances you have to avoid these dire consequences—and for that, you’re in the right place.

Imagine a life where you can focus on what really matters.

I know this might sound impossible right now, but stay with me. 

In this version of your life, you are able to eat when you feel hungry and stop when you’re satisfied. You don’t think of certain foods or ingredients as “good” or “bad,” instead you allow yourself to enjoy meals and look forward to eating with others.

In this version of your life, you accept your body as it is. You may not love it like all of those “positivity” influencers say you should, but you don’t let how you look stop you from enjoying your life. You understand that many of your thoughts about what makes a body “good” or “bad” were never your ideas in the first place. Rather, they were put in your mind through advertisements and social conditioning to make you feel less worthy than others and to encourage you to spend money on trying to fit a certain standard of “beauty.”

 In this version of your life, you’re free from all of that. You’re in control, and you get to choose how you spend your time and energy. 

It’s time to get back to living your vibrant life.

Methods used…

FBT-TAY

Family Based Therapy for Transition Aged Youth (FBT-TAY) equips parents and caregivers with effective strategies to renourish their young person at home, resulting in eating disorder recovery and return to typical development trajectory. It is the gold standard treatment for adolescents with eating disorders.

CBT-E

Cognitive Beharioral Therapy - Enhanced (CBT-E) is a type of therapy that helps people develop healthier thoughts and behaviors, and is considered one of the gold standards for treating eating disorders. It focuses on understanding the relationship between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to promote long-term recovery.

CBT-AR

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for ARFID (CBT-AR) is tailored specifically for people with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, to help them overcome food aversions and develop healthier eating habits through gradual exposure and the reframing of existing beliefs and thoughts.

ERP

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is a type of therapy used to treat anxiety disorders, particularly OCD. It involves gradually exposing individuals to the situations or things they fear to help them learn to tolerate anxiety and rely less on avoidance or compulsive rituals.

IPT

Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) helps individuals identify and navigate patterns in their interactions with others, leading to healthier communication and emotional connections.

EFFT

Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) helps families to improve emotional connections and support each other. It teaches families to understand and express their emotions constructively, fostering a stronger bond and resilience.

Reach out by clicking the button below and we can schedule a consultation to discuss your needs. Whether you’re a parent or family member seeking help for your child or loved one, or someone seeking treatment themselves, you are in the right place.

I so look forward to hearing from you!