Mishell Hashmi, Psy.D.

Mishell Hashmi, Psy.D. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with experience in Eating Disorders, self injury, and trauma. That’s when therapy comes in.

I have been working with patients with Eating Disorders, Substance Abuse, Self Injury and Trauma for a number of years now. What I have learned is that all behaviors serve a purpose, some are there to protect, some to distract, numb and avoid. Most of the time, these behaviors come in and help us get through things that we are not able to handle, but eventually all of these behaviors become maladaptive. Even when they are maladaptive they are hard to stop, because they feel good in one way or another. I feel like many people try to handle their behaviors on their own, and unfortunately that is a tough way to go, particularly when you are filled with shame and guilt about what you have been putting yourself and your loves ones through. Secrets and shame keep you sick and the best way to deal with them is to talk about them. I utilize a straight forward, non-shaming approach to treatment and like to play an active role in the therapeutic process. I integrate CBT, ACT, DBT, Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodynamic psychotherapy, and solution focused therapy to assist patients in obtaining their goals. I am also a hypnotherapist and can help with smoking cessation, self acceptance and other addictive behaviors. Additionally, at times, I find it helpful to do experiential outings (meal outings, shopping outings, exposures to feared places, etc.) and am happy to incorporate these experiences into sessions. Additionally, I think building a good relationship with patients and developing an understanding of their lives are essential in helping patients be successful and achieving their goals. I work collaboratively with my patients' to make sure we're working towards building healthy relationships with food, others and most importantly themselves. I utilize a 3 step model (1) stabilization-learning skills/tools for symptom management; (2) working through-understanding symptoms and beliefs, trauma resolution and interpersonal patterns; (3) relapse prevention-identifying triggers to symptoms and prevention. I am committed to helping reach your goals and look forward to working with you.

Sad but accurate!!!
02/10/2023

Sad but accurate!!!

07/04/2022

How girls think about their bodies is subjective, but their perception is heavily influenced by a variety of external factors—including their own parents. And, as a result, we may be passing down body image...

02/28/2022

A special announcement to highlight Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Save Friday, April 22, 2022, for a complimentary virtual ED Learning Day for health professionals (5 CE credits) by SLBMI's EDP Director, Dr. Mishell Hashmi, and colleagues nationwide from three of our Universal Health Services facilities who specialize in Eating Disorders. More information:
https://conta.cc/3JPfLEn

02/23/2022
02/22/2022

In the spirit of Eating Disorders Awareness Week, Dr. Mishell Hashmi, PsyD, the Director of SLBMI's Eating Disorder Program, shares these resources below:
STUDIES SHOW THAT PARENTS ARE A VALUABLE RESOURCE FOR
CHILD/ADOLESCENT EATING DISORDER RECOVERY AND SERVE
AS A PROTECTIVE FACTOR AGAINST RELAPSE. DEALING WITH AN
EATING DISORDER IS NOT EASY. THIS WEBSITE GIVES VALUABLE
EDUCATION/SKILLS ON MANAGING AN ADOLESCENT WITH AN
EATING DISORDER. http://www.parents-to-parents.org/index.html
ADDITIONALLY, MOEDA Missouri Eating Disorders Association
OFFERS FREE SUPPORT GROUPS FOR PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS: https://moeatingdisorders.org/support-group-registration

Ready for a new adventure!
11/10/2021

Ready for a new adventure!

Congratulations to Dr. Mishell Hashmi on her new position as Director of the Eating Disorders Program at St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute !

This has been a tough year for eating disorders! So many patients struggling, but we will get through this together!
12/24/2020

This has been a tough year for eating disorders! So many patients struggling, but we will get through this together!

"I felt like I had no control over anything... that's where my eating disorder steps in."

11/26/2020
Happy Monday from the SLBMI ED team
11/24/2020

Happy Monday from the SLBMI ED team

Happy Monday from the SLBMI Eating Disorders team! Hope you find some time to play this week...it’s good for our mental health!

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