Heal Your Relationship with Food, Your Body, and Yourself
You’re not broken. You’re responding to pressure, expectations, and experiences that taught you to disconnect from your body instead of trusting it.
I work with women who are tired of:
Constantly thinking about food, weight, or their body
Feeling disconnected from hunger, fullness, or self-trust
Carrying emotional exhaustion from autoimmune or chronic health conditions
Over-giving in relationships while feeling unseen or depleted
Holding it all together on the outside while struggling quietly on the inside
This is therapy for women who want relief, clarity, and a gentler way forward without shame, diets, or self-blame.
A Space Where Women Can Finally Exhale
Healing happens when you feel safe enough to tell the truth about what you’re experiencing.
My work supports women who are:
Struggling with disordered eating or eating disorders
Experiencing body image distress shaped by societal and relational pressures
Navigating the emotional toll of autoimmune conditions and chronic illness
Repeating painful relationship patterns or feeling disconnected from their needs
Ready to reconnect with their bodies instead of controlling them
Together, we focus on restoring trust, strengthening emotional resilience, and helping you feel more at home in your body and your life.
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone Anymore
You deserve support that understands the complexity of being a woman in a body that has been judged, medicalized, or misunderstood.
Schedule a consultation and take the first step toward healing that feels steady, respectful, and sustainable. Begin here.
Therapy Near You
Providing support for women in:
Newport Beach
Corona Del Mar
Irvine
Laguna Beach
Yorba Linda
Laguna Niguel
Dana Point
Beverly Hills
West Hollywood
Los Angeles
Santa Monica
Manhattan Beach
Hermosa Beach
Meet Ilona Varo: Transformative Psychotherapist + Mastery Coach
Ilona Varo, LMFT + Mastery Coach on Women’s Health
I offer compassionate support and evidence-based guidance for those navigating the complex terrain of disordered eating, women's health, and concerns surrounding body image. As a dedicated psychotherapist with a deep understanding of these issues, I provide a safe and nurturing space for women to explore their relationship with food, their bodies, and their overall well-being.
Disordered Eating Support
Disordered eating patterns can manifest in various forms, ranging from restrictive dieting to binge eating and everything in between. I recognize the unique challenges individuals face when grappling with these issues and offer personalized strategies to foster a healthier relationship with food and body image. Together, we'll explore underlying factors contributing to disordered eating behaviors and work towards sustainable solutions that promote physical and emotional wellness.
Women's Health Focus
Women's health is a central focus of my practice, as I believe in the importance of addressing the unique experiences and challenges that women encounter throughout their lives. From adolescence through adulthood, women may contend with a myriad of issues, including hormonal fluctuations, reproductive health concerns, and societal pressures regarding appearance and worth. I provide comprehensive support tailored to the specific needs of women, empowering them to prioritize self-care, set boundaries, and cultivate resilience in the face of life's demands.
Body Image Concerns
Concerns surrounding body image can significantly impact one's sense of self-worth and overall quality of life. Whether grappling with negative self-talk, comparison traps, or body dysmorphia, I offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space for individuals to explore their body image concerns. Through therapeutic interventions rooted in self-compassion and mindfulness, clients can begin to challenge unhelpful beliefs, embrace their bodies with greater acceptance, and cultivate a more positive relationship with themselves.
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Topics of Expertise
Women’s Health
Anxiety
Self-Care
Self-Regulation and Distress Tolerance
Wellness
Mental Health in the workplace
Boundaries
Healthy and Effective communication
Enhancing focus and productivity
Self-Esteem and Self-Worth
Mind-Body awareness
Resiliency practices
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About Ilona
As a Hungarian-born psychotherapist practicing in Newport Beach, I bring a unique blend of experiences from the beauty and entertainment industry alongside the healing arts to my practice. Specializing in women's issues from adolescence to adulthood, my focus encompasses a wide array of challenges, including body image, disordered eating, self-hatred, and trauma. Trained in EMDR, I employ somatic modalities to facilitate healing, emphasizing the integral connection between mind and body.
Driven by a deep passion for women's health and well-being, I am dedicated to teaching practical coping skills that promote healing and transformation. I believe in the inherent worth of every individual and strive to create a supportive environment where clients can discover peace within their mind-body experiences. Through my practice, I advocate for a holistic approach to mental health that integrates the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit.