Services

Dr. McCune Shyver provides services to individuals age 13 and older.

• Anorexia Nervosa
• Bulimia Nervosa
• Binge Eating Disorder
• Compulsive Overeating
• Night Eating Syndrome
• Disordered Eating
• Self-Esteem Issues
• Body Image Issues
• Depressive Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders
• General Life Adjustment Issues
• Stress Management
• Marital Problems
• Family-Relational Issues
• Parenting Issues

For more general issues, the initial appointment is a 60-90-minute session with Dr. McCune Shyver dedicated to the assessment of current symptoms. This time will mostly be spent in a clinical interview but additional testing may also be included, depending on the individual and their situation. Diagnosis and treatment recommendations will be provided. If the patient wishes, support systems are welcome to attend any portion of this session.

This initial appointment is a 90-120-minute session with Dr. McCune Shyver dedicated to the comprehensive assessment of eating behavior, mood, and anxiety. This time will mostly be spent in a clinical interview but additional testing may also be included, depending on the individual and their situation. Diagnosis and treatment recommendations will be provided. Family members or other support systems are often included at the conclusion of this appointment in order to answer questions, provide support, and to clarify treatment goals.

This service is also offered as a one-time appointment. With written consent, the assessment can be sent to any designated treatment provider (primary care physician, counselor).

After the initial assessment, individual counseling is primarily offered in 45-minute sessions. Sessions with shorter or longer duration are also provided. This service is tailored to meet individual needs and treatment goals are established collaboratively between the patient, counselor, and when appropriate, family members and other treatment providers.

Group counseling can be an invaluable experience. Often individuals think they are alone in their struggles and believe they cannot talk to others due to shame or fear they will be judged or misunderstood. Group counseling offers a safe space to speak openly about problems and to listen to others going through similar things. It helps a person know they are not alone. It also allows an individual to gain perspective on their situation and develop coping strategies. Group sessions are led by Dr. McCune Shyver who provides education and specific strategies for managing various conditions. Group sessions meet weekly and are comprised of approximately 10 individuals going through similar issues. The following group counseling sessions are provided on an ongoing basis or at set times throughout each year:

• Adults with Anorexia and Bulimia
• Adults with Binge Eating Disorder
• Adolescents with Binge Eating Disorder
• Adolescents Coping with Depression
• Adults Coping with Depression

After the initial assessment, sessions typically occur in either 45-or 60-minute sessions. Goals are established by the couple in collaboration with Dr. McCune Shyver. Frequency of sessions are also determined in conjunction, but often occur initially every 1-2 weeks. Typical goals for marital counseling include:

• Improve communication
• Enhance Intimacy
• Effective conflict resolution
• Improve co-parenting skills

After the initial assessment, sessions typically occur in either 45-or 60-minute sessions. Goals are established by the family in collaboration with Dr. McCune Shyver. Frequency of sessions are also determined in conjunction, but often occur initially every 1-2 weeks. Typical goals for family counseling include:

• Improve communication
• Effective conflict resolution
• How to support a loved one struggling with an eating disorder, depression, or other condition
• Improve parenting techniques

This is a 120-minute session dedicated to educating parents, spouses, and/or caregivers about the basics of eating disorders. The biology, psychology, and social components involved in the development of eating disorders are discussed. In addition, strategies to help support a loved one are reviewed.

This service is for parents in need of brief, solutions-focused coaching. The goal of each session is specific and does not require more in-depth counseling.