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In a society where diet culture, TikTok influencers, and contradictory messages about food and bodies prevail, many individuals find themselves struggling with negative body image and disordered eating patterns.

When you have an eating disorder, learning how to interact and make room for those pesky and uncomfortable internal experiences, such as thoughts and feelings, can be difficult.

Guilt and shame are common emotions for someone who is struggling with an eating disorder. Guilt and shame can be described as ‘sibling emotions”, but they do have some distinct differences.

Most clients enter therapy with clear goals in mind—whether it’s to feel better, stop unwanted behaviors, or worry less. Sometimes, once you start talking, you might find that it’s hard to stop as old hurts and memories flood in.

Struggling with body image is something we all experience from time to time, and it’s completely normal. The weight of those thoughts and judgments can feel heavy, and it’s important to acknowledge these moments…

We all struggle with self-doubt, whether it’s at work, in parenting, in relationships, or facing challenges like tests. Occasional self-doubt is natural, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can hinder our progress.

Grocery Shopping Made Easy: Tips for Removing Barriers Grocery shopping is often seen as a chore for many. Sometimes, it’s the last thing you want to do. For those dealing with disordered eating, it becomes even more challenging. However, since we all need food, avoiding it isn’t an option. The key is to discover ways …

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Balancing Social Media and Eating Disorder Recovery How often do you check your social media accounts? For most of us, it’s multiple times throughout the day.  Social media was first meant to help us stay in touch with friends and family worldwide, however, this has dramatically changed as they’ve become more popular. Now we see …

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The National Institute of Mental Health defines self-care as “taking the time to do things that help you live well and improve both your physical health and mental health”. Self-care is a crucial part of eating disorder recovery.

The holiday season is approaching and it can be a stressor for everyone, especially those with disordered eating. As these occasions often revolve around food, many may feel anxious or stressed.