Question 1

Do you offer virtual therapy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide virtual therapy for teens and adults throughout Michigan.

Question 2

What ages do you work with?

Accepted Answer

We work with both adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, body image concerns, anxiety, perfectionism, and emotional wellness.

Question 3

What issues do you specialize in?

Accepted Answer

Rare Mind and Body specializes in:
eating disorders and disordered eating
anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and ARFID
body image concerns
trauma and nervous system dysregulation
anxiety and perfectionism
self-worth and identity concerns
life transitions and emotional overwhelm

Question 4

What if I’m not sure I have an eating disorder?

Accepted Answer

You do not need a formal diagnosis to seek support. Many people struggle with food, body image, exercise, perfectionism, or emotional patterns around eating that still deserve compassionate care and attention.

Question 5

Do you offer eating disorder treatment?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide integrative, trauma-informed eating disorder therapy for adolescents and adults, including support for anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, chronic dieting, compulsive exercise, and body image concerns.

Question 6

What does eating disorder treatment look like?

Accepted Answer

Treatment is individualized and may include:
understanding emotional and relational patterns
body image work
meal support
nervous system regulation
coping skills and emotional processing
trauma work
rebuilding trust with the body
collaboration with dietitians or other providers when appropriate
Our goal is to support healing in a way that feels compassionate, sustainable, and deeply personalized.

Question 7

What therapy approaches do you use?

Accepted Answer

Our work is integrative and tailored to each client. Depending on your needs, therapy may include:
Psychodynamic Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
EMDR Therapy
Somatic and body-based approaches
Internal Family Systems (IFS)-informed work
Trauma-informed care

Question 8

Do you offer EMDR Therapy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. EMDR Therapy is available for clients navigating trauma, distressing experiences, anxiety, nervous system dysregulation, and other concerns connected to overwhelming or unresolved experiences.

Question 9

What is EMDR Therapy?

Accepted Answer

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy is an evidence-based trauma treatment that helps the brain and body process distressing experiences in a way that reduces emotional overwhelm and supports healing.

Question 10

Do you work with trauma?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our work is trauma-informed and rooted in understanding how past experiences can shape present emotions, behaviors, relationships, and nervous system responses.

Question 11

Do you collaborate with dietitians or other providers?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. When appropriate, we collaborate with dietitians, physicians, psychiatrists, and other providers to support comprehensive, whole-person care.

Question 12

Do you accept insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are in-network with:
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Blue Care Network (BCN)
United Healthcare
Priority Health
Aetna

Question 13

How does insurance work?

Accepted Answer

Once you request an appointment, we’ll verify your benefits and review your coverage with you before your first session. We also submit insurance claims on your behalf.

Question 14

Do you offer self-pay options?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Self-pay options are available for clients who choose not to use insurance or prefer private pay.
We also accept HSA and FSA payments.

Question 15

How often are sessions?

Accepted Answer

Most clients begin with weekly therapy sessions, though recommendations are individualized based on your needs, goals, and level of support desired.

Question 16

Do you offer groups or workshops?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Rare Mind and Body offers therapy groups and seasonal workshops throughout the year focused on eating disorder recovery, body image, emotional wellness, and nervous system healing.

Question 17

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

You can begin by reaching out through our contact form or appointment request page. From there, we’ll help guide you through scheduling, insurance verification, and next steps.

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