Recommend a therapist/group/practice that deals with kids who have self control issues (food related

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Anonymous wrote:I'm not sure a psychologist is the answer. Can you offer a reward to her or a substitute?

Op here. I've tried that along with substitutions that are allergen free. She said she wants to go and talk to someone. I'm following her lead as it seems to be very important to her.

Then follow her lead. Where are you VA, MD, DC?

Yes, thank you. I am in MD. My SN child did go to Alvord Baker for CBT. I was not sure if that was the right place for my DD though.

Call them and ask to speak about DDs issue.

I would go with a practice if you already have a relationship with them and have had a positive experience--even if it's for different issues.

A therapist doesn't necessarily need to be a food specialist, if she can help your DD identify her thoughts and feelings that trigger her behavior, e.g., eating food that's she's allergic to.

The other possibility is to have her screened for ADHD if this turns out this is an impulsivity issue.