Lynne Coon

Weight Loss Clinic in Portland, Oregon

Call (503) 243-22831340 SW Bertha Blvd, Ste 202, Portland, OR 97219

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About Lynne Coon

Lynne Coon brings a unique perspective to weight management by addressing the psychological and emotional aspects that often drive eating behaviors and weight struggles. As a licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders and weight-related concerns, Lynne understands that lasting change requires healing your relationship with food, body image, and self-worth. Her approach recognizes that weight issues are rarely just about food - they're often connected to stress, emotions, trauma, and deeply held beliefs about ourselves.

With over 15 years of experience in Portland's mental health community, Lynne has helped hundreds of clients break free from cycles of emotional eating, chronic dieting, and body shame. Her therapeutic approach is gentle yet effective, focusing on building self-compassion while developing practical skills for managing difficult emotions without turning to food. Lynne's 4-star rating reflects her dedication to providing personalized care that addresses each person's unique psychological relationship with weight and eating.

Services Offered

Lynne specializes in individual therapy for eating disorders, emotional eating, binge eating disorder, and body image concerns. Her therapeutic approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills, and mindfulness-based interventions to help clients develop healthier coping strategies and improve their relationship with food and their bodies. She offers specialized programs for chronic dieters who want to break free from restriction-binge cycles, survivors of trauma who use food for emotional regulation, and individuals struggling with body dysmorphia or low self-esteem related to weight. Lynne also provides family therapy when eating or weight concerns affect household dynamics, and she offers consultation services for other healthcare providers working with clients who have complex relationships with food. Her sessions incorporate practical skill-building alongside deeper therapeutic work to address underlying emotional patterns.

Counseling & Mental Health

Weight Loss Centers

Treatment Options

Individual Eating Disorder Therapy

Weekly therapy sessions focused on healing your relationship with food, addressing emotional eating patterns, and developing healthy coping strategies for life stressors without using food.

6-18 months$120-180 per session

Body Image and Self-Esteem Therapy

Specialized therapy addressing negative body image, weight-related shame, and self-worth issues, using cognitive-behavioral techniques and self-compassion practices to improve body acceptance.

3-9 months$150 per session

Trauma-Informed Eating Recovery

Comprehensive treatment for clients whose eating behaviors are connected to past trauma, incorporating EMDR and other trauma therapies alongside eating disorder treatment.

12-24 months$150-200 per session

Family Therapy for Eating Concerns

Family-based treatment addressing how eating and weight concerns affect family dynamics, improving communication around food, and creating supportive home environments for recovery.

3-6 months$180-220 per session

What to Expect

Your therapeutic journey begins with a comprehensive assessment that explores your eating history, relationship with your body, family dynamics around food, and any underlying mental health concerns. Lynne takes time to understand not just what you eat, but why you eat, and what emotions or situations trigger problematic eating behaviors.

Therapy typically involves weekly sessions where you'll learn practical skills for managing difficult emotions, challenging negative thought patterns, and developing self-compassion. Lynne uses a combination of talk therapy and experiential exercises, including mindfulness practices and body awareness techniques. Progress is measured not just by changes in eating behaviors, but by improvements in self-esteem, emotional regulation, and overall quality of life. The therapy process is collaborative, with Lynne adapting her approach based on your individual needs and treatment goals.

Why Choose Lynne Coon

Lynne offers specialized expertise that traditional weight loss programs often lack - the ability to address the psychological roots of eating and weight struggles. Her approach is particularly valuable for people who've tried multiple diets without lasting success, or who recognize that their eating patterns are connected to emotions, stress, or past experiences.

As a licensed therapist, she can provide deeper, more comprehensive treatment than nutritionists or coaches alone. She takes time to understand each client's unique story and doesn't use one-size-fits-all approaches. Her clients often report not just changes in eating behaviors, but improved self-esteem, better stress management, and healthier relationships overall. Lynne's trauma-informed approach makes her particularly skilled at working with clients who have complex backgrounds or have experienced weight-related shame or discrimination.

Insurance & Pricing

Lynne accepts most major insurance plans including Providence, Kaiser Permanente, and Oregon Health Plan for mental health services. Eating disorder treatment is increasingly recognized by insurance companies as medically necessary, and she can help determine your coverage for therapy related to food and weight concerns.

For self-pay clients, sessions are $150 each, with sliding scale options available based on income. She offers payment plans for longer-term therapy and can provide superbills for insurance reimbursement when you're using out-of-network benefits. Some clients use their FSA or HSA accounts for eating disorder therapy when it's deemed medically necessary.

First-Time Patient Tips

Before your first session, reflect on your eating patterns, body image concerns, and what you hope to change about your relationship with food. Come prepared to discuss your history with dieting, any eating disorder symptoms, and how food or weight concerns impact your daily life. There's no need to change your eating before starting therapy - Lynne wants to understand your current patterns first.

Be prepared for therapy to feel different from traditional weight loss approaches - the focus will be on understanding and healing rather than immediate behavior change. Come with an open mind about exploring emotional connections to eating, and be ready to practice new coping skills between sessions. Most importantly, approach therapy with self-compassion and recognize that healing your relationship with food takes time and patience.

Pros & Cons

Advantages

Licensed therapist with specialized training in eating disorders and body image.
Addresses underlying emotional and psychological causes of eating struggles.
Trauma-informed approach for clients with complex backgrounds.
Insurance coverage often available for eating disorder therapy.

Things to Consider

Focus on mental health rather than rapid weight loss may not suit all clients.

Service Area

Lynne's office is located in Southeast Portland, easily accessible from neighborhoods throughout the city including Sellwood, Hawthorne, Division, and the inner eastside. She serves clients throughout the Portland metropolitan area and offers telehealth sessions for those who prefer virtual appointments or live further away. Many of her clients come from as far as Beaverton, Gresham, and even Salem for her specialized expertise in eating and weight concerns. She maintains flexible scheduling to accommodate working professionals and students.

Local Insight

Portland's progressive attitudes toward mental health and body positivity create an ideal environment for Lynne's therapeutic approach. She helps clients navigate the city's food culture in a way that supports both their mental health and their relationship with eating. Her approach aligns well with Portland's values of inclusivity and individual authenticity in health and wellness choices.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you help with weight loss or just eating disorders?

I help people improve their relationship with food and their body, which often leads to natural weight regulation. However, my focus is on mental health and eating behaviors rather than weight loss specifically.

How do I know if I have an eating disorder?

Eating disorders exist on a spectrum and include patterns like binge eating, chronic dieting, emotional eating, or obsessive food thoughts. Even if you don't meet full criteria, therapy can help if food feels chaotic or distressing.

Can therapy help with emotional eating?

Absolutely - emotional eating is one of my primary specialties. We'll work on identifying triggers, developing alternative coping strategies, and healing the underlying emotions that drive the eating behaviors.

Do you work with people who've had trauma?

Yes, I'm trained in trauma-informed care and understand how past experiences can impact eating behaviors. I use gentle approaches that help you feel safe while addressing these connections.

How is therapy different from seeing a nutritionist?

Therapy focuses on the emotional and psychological aspects of eating, while nutrition counseling addresses the practical aspects of food choices. Many people benefit from both approaches working together.

Will you tell me what to eat or put me on a diet?

No, I don't provide meal plans or dietary restrictions. My focus is on helping you develop a healthy relationship with food and your body, which often naturally leads to more balanced eating.

How long does therapy for eating concerns typically take?

This varies greatly depending on your specific concerns and goals. Some people see improvements in a few months, while more complex patterns may take a year or longer to fully address.

Do you work with family members affected by someone's eating disorder?

Yes, I provide family therapy and can help family members understand eating disorders and learn how to provide appropriate support without enabling problematic behaviors.