Eating Disorders Nutritionist, Eating Disorder Support, Weight Management - Morristown, Branchburg, Warren

Michelle Dougherty RD

Nutrition Therapist Specializing in Eating Disorders

What kind of Treatment do I need?

Individual Therapy

Michelle will develop a strategy that helps you meet your goals in your initial individual evaluation. One-on-one sessions are also used early on in your treatment or as a step-down from a program. For clients who qualify, sessions can be held remotely through video counseling.

Family Therapy

If you are struggling to cope with an eating disorder, your loved ones can provide great comfort and support. Michelle recommends combining family therapy with individual treatment, both to provide support to you and to help your family understand what you are going through.

Group Meal Support

Michelle offers group meal support as a complementary therapy if you are receiving individual treatment. Being in a safe and supportive group environment helps you make tremendous progress towards normalizing your eating habits.

Group Support

Whether you are receiving treatment with Michelle or not, group support sessions are open to all. You don’t have to go through this alone and being among people who understand your challenges can help you realize that you CAN beat your eating disorder.

Partial Programs

A step-up or step-down level of treatment for those in between individual and in-patient programs. These programs are held both during the day and in the evening, and include group and individual therapy as well as nutritional advice.

In-Patient Treatment

Recommended for clients with high risk health conditions as previously determined by a medical team or psychiatrist. Treatment involves ongoing hospitalization with a length of stay varying from ten days to two or more weeks, depending on your weight goals.

Residential Treatment

A stay of residency is recommended when repeated treatment has not resulted in a sustainable period of recovery. Residential treatment provides longer term care than in-patient treatment, with stays ranging from one to six months up to a year.

MONTHLY BLOG

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TESTIMONIALS

I really can’t thank you enough for all your help and guidance in moving my life where I wanted to take it. Just feels exactly right.

Joan M

Dr. Dougherty was a huge and transformative part of my recovery. I will always have a special place in my heart for her who helped me feel whole again.

Patrick S

I definitely feel like I've gained self confidence and the ability to recognize what some of the emotional triggers are that cause me to over-eat.

Desiree B

I am getting more out of therapy than I thought. You let me go at my own pace and do not mind when I talk about things more than once. Can't recommend Michelle enough.

Rich B

I just wanted to say thank you for giving me such a great foundation for getting my life back. You were the only one that listened to my problems and was able to help me.

Tricia D

About Michelle

Michelle Dougherty RD is a registered dietician and nutrition therapist with experience in clinical care. She has a wealth of experience in nutrition therapy, adopting it as part of her multi-disciplined approach to supporting and treating individuals who are struggling with eating disorders.

Michelle is also dedicated to helping anyone who wants to implement a healthier and more nutritious eating plan, as well as those who are facing the challenges brought about by disease, food intolerances or dietary requirements.