We have a practical, comprehensive team approach to move you through the recovery process and help with the prevention of an eating disorder.
You can work with us as a team or individually.
Work with Sue
The Therapist
30 years exp working with Eating Disorders and Relationship Issues.
Hi , I'm Sue. I’m a licensed therapist. I have a
friendly, open, INTERACTIVE approach to
help my clients with the tools and resources
needed to move on with their life.
Contact me for a free phone consultation.
206-612-3828 or sue@iedinstitute.com
Work with Jennifer
The Nutritionist
Certified Nutritionist specializing in eating disorders and whole person health.
As a nutritionist and natural foods chef, I work to help clients
bring more balance, flexibility and enjoyment to their relationship
with food. My approach is cooperative, kind and uniquely designed
for each individual.
Contact me for a free phone consultation. 206-595-0376 or
jennifer@iedinstitute.com
What People Say
About Sue
“Common sense and kindness. By combining her healing voice,
compassionate spirit and good head for common sense, Sue’s
approach made it easy for me to understand my feelings of emptiness.
Emptiness turned to excitement - you know, that light bulb moment
when it all fits together?”
- Linda
“I started seeing Sue Bates over a year ago for job related
anxiety, problems with eating, relationship issues and help dealing
with my mother’s terminal illness and death. I had seen many
therapists in the past for brief periods of time, eventually discontinuing
treatment before receiving any real benefit because I didn’t
feel connected. I could immediately tell that Sue was different
from all of the other therapists I had seen in the past. I realized
that what I needed most was to be held accountable in order to truly
grow into an adult. Sue was able to be tough when necessary and
compassionate when it mattered most. Along with her guidance through
exercises and suggested reading material, I have gained an entirely
new understanding of what it means to be an adult and to have a
healthy good life. My boyfriend even says that he feels like he
is in a relationship with a completely different person! I feel
that my treatment with Sue has been the best investment I have ever
made. When I think about how full and happy my life is now, compared
to how neurotic and anxious I was when I started seeing Sue, I wish
I would have found her sooner.”
- Jessica
About Jennifer
“Honestly, Jennifer, are you aware of the effect you have on people? You are so knowledgeable, positive and helpful. You share your gift in such an amazing way and you always go the extra mile for your clients. I hope on some level you understand what this means to people in a world where providers have a tendency to make you feel more like a number (or dollar figure) these days than anything else.”
“I've been overweight all my life. Every appointment I've had regarding this problem from early youth until earlier yesterday has been largely degrading and horribly shaming, usually leaving me feeling much worse and about the situation than before I went to seek help. I always left with a pretty bleak outlook. Last night's appointment was the single most positive "medical" experience I've had in my forty-two years of life, not only regarding my weight issue, but my health in general. You acknowledged my current efforts in such a remarkable and kind way. Providers usually don't look at what you're doing right, only what you're doing wrong. I actually left there feeling like there was a change that may just happen.”
“Thank you for being so incredibly kind and objective. My heart is moved by your efforts and I hope to mirror your kindness in my dealings with the patients that come into my office. Thank you!”
“Your knowledge, presence and patience have truly enriched my life Jennifer. Every time I leave you I want to go out and become a nutritionist so that people like me can feel a sense of hope about what normally feels like a completely hopeless situation. That's how much what you do means to me.”
“As always, I left your office yesterday feeling supported and encouraged. Thank you for your gentle and calm nature.”
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