Finding a new doctor or other medical provider is challenging in general, but finding someone who is weight-inclusive or Health at Every Size (HAES)-informed presents an additional obstacle. And because most recommendations for HAES-aligned providers are by word-of-mouth, it can make the search that much more difficult. To make your search a little bit easier, …
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Dealing with eating disorders can be tough, especially during the hustle of the school year. While seeking eating disorder treatment at any time is important, starting your recovery journey in the summer can be really beneficial!
Eating disorder recovery is undoubtedly challenging, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. Saying yes to treatment marks a significant step toward reclaiming your life. The journey to recovery may affect various aspects…
Deciding to seek treatment for an eating disorder is a significant step towards healing and self-care. It’s understandable to have mixed feelings about this decision, as your eating disorder may have provided a sense…
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…
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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