My name is Dr. Alexandra Shimer and I am a psychotherapist with a private practice in Beverly Hills. I provide psychotherapy to adults, adolescents, couples and families presenting with a variety of symptoms and diagnoses.
Eating Disorders including Anorexia, Bulimia, Emotional/Compulsive Eating, Exercise Addiction and Body Dysmorphia, Depression, Anxiety, Impulse Control Issues, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Problems with Motivation, Self Esteem Issues, Social Phobia, Substance Abuse and Addiction, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Sexual Compulsivity, Panic Disorder, Phase of Life Issues and Trouble with Relationships.
Eating Disorders including Anorexia, Bulimia, Emotional/Compulsive Eating, Exercise Addiction and Body Dysmorphia, Depression, Anxiety, Impulse Control Issues, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Problems with Motivation, Self Esteem Issues, Social Phobia, Substance Abuse and Addiction, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Sexual Compulsivity, Panic Disorder, Phase of Life Issues and Trouble with Relationships.
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I am a psychotherapist treating a wide range of issues, and specializing in eating disorder treatment. My personal experience, education and professional training contributes to a deep understanding and compassion for my clients. Primary Therapist and Clinical Supervisor at a day treatment and intensive outpatient eating disorder facility in Brentwood.
If you would like to make an appointment or want additional information, please do not hesitate to call me at 310.614.0063. I also have a facebook professional page where I provide support, information and interesting articles. If you would like to follow my posts on facebook, please do so by clicking the icon below.
I specialize in the treatment of anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, emotional and compulsive eating, exercise addiction, and overall eating disordered behavior and body image issues. You do not need to have a diagnosed eating disorder to benefit from professional therapy. Eating disorders are frequently multifaceted, and I have found that a team approach yields the highest rate of success.
Alex Shimer has worked as a therapist at my day treatment program since 2009 and has been valuable to my company and our team. Alex can grasp the nuances of a difficult case, she can get involved in great details but also knows how to keep it simple and not get stuck in dead ends with her clients. With an excellent combination of skill, firmness and empathy, Alex helps each client contact and strengthen his or her healthy self.
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Casey W.
Dec 03, 2012
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Dr. Alex Shimer is a bright and kind therapist. Although she has both a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology and is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, she doesn't have one of those pompous egos. When talking to her, it is as if she knows and understands exactly how you feel. She is especially helpful with hopelessness and self-esteem for someone who is self-critical and/or feels criticized. It is as if she sees the good in you when you can't see if for yourself. She has the ability to explore how you could have done things differently without making you feel like you made a mistake
