Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We provide virtual therapy for teens and adults throughout Michigan.
We work with both adolescents and adults navigating eating disorders, trauma, body image concerns, anxiety, perfectionism, and emotional wellness.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
Yes. EMDR Therapy is available for clients navigating trauma, distressing experiences, anxiety, nervous system dysregulation, and other concerns connected to overwhelming or unresolved experiences.
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.
Yes. Our work is trauma-informed and rooted in understanding how past experiences can shape present emotions, behaviors, relationships, and nervous system responses.
Absolutely. When appropriate, we collaborate with dietitians, physicians, psychiatrists, and other providers to support comprehensive, whole-person care.
Yes. We are in-network with:
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
Blue Care Network (BCN)
United Healthcare
Priority Health
Aetna
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.
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.
Most clients begin with weekly therapy sessions, though recommendations are individualized based on your needs, goals, and level of support desired.
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.
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.
