Emily Wish, LLC

Emily Wish, LLC Evidence-based and compassionate care for people struggling with eating disorders People can and do recover. All services, including IOP, are offered virtually.

Emily Wish, LLC was created to serve as a beacon of hope for those suffering with eating disorders. In dedication to a very special Emily – the inspiration that fuels the passion and commitment to provide the best eating disorder treatment possible. Emily Wish, LLC promises dedication, commitment, and compassionate strength in the healing and recovery from any and all eating disorders. We promise

to try harder, fight harder, and to never, ever give up. Emily Wish, LLC is honored to serve the entire state of Montana with our virtual and in-person services. In-person services are available in Great Falls, MT and Helena, MT.

Welcome to our newest addition in our Missoula office, Taylor Kapfer! Taylor is a Professional Counselor Licensure Candi...
08/15/2026

Welcome to our newest addition in our Missoula office, Taylor Kapfer!

Taylor is a Professional Counselor Licensure Candidate (PCLC) who is passionate about providing compassionate, client-centered care to individuals of all ages. While she continues to work toward becoming a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), she is committed to developing her counselor identity that is grounded in empathy, authenticity, and evidence-based care. Taylor believes that everyone has the power within themselves to reach their goals once they feel enough safety, support, and empowerment.

Taylor earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology along with minors in Human Development, Sociology, and Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies from Montana State University. She went on to earn her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Montana, where she developed a passion for working with individuals with eating disorders. Taylor completed her internship at the YWCA and had the opportunity to support clients who had experienced domestic and sexual violence using a trauma-informed lens.

When Taylor is out of the office, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring the outdoors, skiing, and hanging out with her dog. She recognizes that these things fill up her cup and rejuvenate her to come back to the office, ready to show up for you.

If anyone is interested in Therapeutic or Dietetic services for an eating disorder, disordered eating, body image struggles, or an overall want to heal relationship with body or food, our specialized clinicians can help you navigate your journey!

All of our services are also available virtually and provided to the entire state of Montana. Connect with us: 406-952-3772, [email protected], or fill out our contact form at https://www.emilywish.com/connect

Welcome to our newest addition in our Great Falls office, Aspen Dodge!Aspen is a candidate Clinical Professional Counsel...
07/16/2026

Welcome to our newest addition in our Great Falls office, Aspen Dodge!

Aspen is a candidate Clinical Professional Counselor, she earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Adrian College and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from University of Providence. She completed her internship with Open Door Wellness Center where she provided individual, relationship and child therapy services.

Aspen is passionate about building authentic therapeutic relationships grounded in compassion, curiosity, and respect. Her goal is to meet each client where they are, honoring their unique experiences while empowering them to move toward meaningful and lasting change.

Outside of the therapy room, Aspen enjoys spending time outdoors hiking with her dog and making memories with my family and friends. These experiences help her stay grounded and remind her of the importance of connection, creativity, and balance.

If anyone is interested in Therapeutic or Dietetic services for an eating disorder, disordered eating, body image struggles, or an overall want to heal relationship with body or food, our specialized clinicians can help you navigate your journey!

All of our services are also available virtually and provided to the entire state of Montana. Connect with us: 406-952-3772, [email protected], or fill out our contact form at https://www.emilywish.com/connect

Come see us at the Spring into Summer Health Carnival! 🎡🎠🎢🎟️
05/03/2026

Come see us at the Spring into Summer Health Carnival! 🎡🎠🎢🎟️

✨ Come see us at the Women’s Fair ✨📍 UC Ballroom – 3rd Floor of the University of Montana UC Center (Missoula)📅 Saturday...
03/07/2026

✨ Come see us at the Women’s Fair ✨

📍 UC Ballroom – 3rd Floor of the University of Montana UC Center (Missoula)
đź“… Saturday, March 7
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

We can’t wait to see you! 💕

Learn more at www.WomensFair.org

Diet culture has told us change means shrinking, controlling, and constantly striving for “better.”But real change — the...
03/02/2026

Diet culture has told us change means shrinking, controlling, and constantly striving for “better.”

But real change — the kind that supports recovery — looks different.

It looks like:
• Making peace with nourishment
• Building emotional resilience
• Repairing your relationship with movement
• Relearning and rebuilding trust in your body
• Asking for and utilizing support

Eating disorders often promise anything and everything, but ED will always fail to deliver.

Recovery offers a different kind of change — one rooted in compassion, flexibility, hope, and meaning - a change that every BODY deserves.

Eating disorders thrive in secrecy, isolation, and shame.
Recovery thrives in connection.Research shows that support is ...
02/28/2026

Eating disorders thrive in secrecy, isolation, and shame.
Recovery thrives in connection.

Research shows that support is one of the strongest protective factors in eating disorder treatment. For adolescents, family-based treatment (FBT) is considered a first-line, evidence-based approach — with significantly improved recovery outcomes when caregivers are actively involved.

But support is for all.

Across the lifespan, strong social connection is associated with:
• Lower relapse rates
• Improved treatment engagement
• Reduced shame
• Greater emotional regulation
• Increased hope

Recovery often requires:
• A treatment team
• Family or caregiver involvement
• Friends who can sit with discomfort
• Clinicians who challenge the illness
• Community that normalizes healing

Advocacy in practice means:
• Recommending appropriate level of care
• Addressing fear-based treatment avoidance
• Educating families
• Normalizing support as treatment, not weakness

Having support can help you:
• Stay accountable when urges are strong
• Eat when it feels impossible
• Challenge distorted thoughts
• Regulate overwhelming emotions
• Keep going on the days you want to quit

Support does not mean it has to be everyone. But it does have to be someone.

Healing is possible — and you do not have to do it alone.



Recovery from an eating disorder is possible — and more likely with early treatment.Studies show that early intervention...
02/27/2026

Recovery from an eating disorder is possible — and more likely with early treatment.

Studies show that early intervention improves long-term outcomes and reduces medical and psychiatric complications. The sooner someone receives specialized care, the stronger the prognosis.

One long-term study found that intervention within the first 3 years of symptoms improves outcomes by 80%.

And yet…

Eating disorders have the second highest mortality rate of any psychiatric illness. Despite this, only 6% of individuals seek treatment, and on average, they struggle for six years prior to reaching out for support.

When eating disorder behaviors persist, they become more entrenched. Research shows prolonged symptoms can alter brain circuitry and gene expression, reinforcing rigid patterns around food, emotion, and behavior.

Early treatment interrupts that cycle.

Early intervention matters — and it saves lives.

People CAN and DO recover.

Eating disorders are often missed, misdiagnosed, or diagnosed far too late. Despite affecting people of all ages, gender...
02/26/2026

Eating disorders are often missed, misdiagnosed, or diagnosed far too late. Despite affecting people of all ages, genders, body sizes, races, ethnicities, and socioeconomic backgrounds, they remain one of the most under-recognized mental health conditions.

Eating disorder treatment is often expensive, limited, or not covered adequately by insurance. Access to specialized care can depend on location, privilege, and resources.

Many individuals struggle silently for years due to embarrassment, fear of judgment, or not believing their symptoms are “serious enough.”

The result? Delayed diagnosis, prolonged suffering, and preventable medical and psychological complications.

Eating disorders do not discriminate — and neither should access to care.

EveryBODY deserves informed providers, accessible treatment, and compassionate support.

Bullying—particularly weight-based and appearance-related teasing—is a significant risk factor for the development of ea...
02/26/2026

Bullying—particularly weight-based and appearance-related teasing—is a significant risk factor for the development of eating disorder symptoms across childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood. Bullying contributes to body dissatisfaction, low self-esteem, depressive symptoms, and maladaptive coping strategies, all of which are established pathways to disordered eating.

Types of Bullying Associated with Eating Disorders
* Weight/appearance-based bullying
* Cyberbullying (especially image-focused)
* Relational aggression (exclusion, rumors)
* Athletic or performance-related shaming

Long-Term Impact
Research shows that bullying in childhood and adolescence increases the likelihood of:
* Eating disorder symptoms in young adulthood
* Depression and anxiety
* Self-harm behaviors
* Body dysmorphia

Importantly, bullying does not just trigger eating disorders — it can also worsen symptoms and delay recovery.

Protective Factors
Protective factors that reduce risk include:
* Strong parental support
* Positive peer relationships
* School intervention policies
* Early mental health support
* Body-neutral or body-positive messaging

Clinical Implications
When assessing eating disorders, it is clinically important to screen for:
* History of weight-based teasing
* Social exclusion
* Athletic coach criticism
* Online harassment

Addressing bullying-related trauma can be essential in recovery.

Weight stigma silences voicesRacial bias silences voicesLack of affirming care silences voicesGender stereotypes silence...
02/24/2026

Weight stigma silences voices

Racial bias silences voices

Lack of affirming care silences voices

Gender stereotypes silences voices

Age stereotypes silence voices

Every BODY Matters.
Every VOICE Matters.

Address

600 Central Avenue, Ste 201
Great Falls, MT
59401

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 3pm

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+14069523772

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