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Why Anti-Oppression Therapy Should Be Used in Eating Disorder Treatment
Eating disorders (EDs) often reflect more than just individual struggles; they can be rooted in the systemic oppression and cultural pressures that shape our lives. Traditional approaches to treatment have predominantly focused on individual pathology and recovery, often overlooking the broader social contexts that…
What Does Ketamine Therapy Feel Like?
As a licensed therapist who has been utilizing Ketamine Therapy with clients since 2021, one of the most common questions I get is: “But what does it FEEL like?” It’s understandable to want to know what you’re getting into when you sign up for Ketamine Therapy.
Family of Origin Wounds and Eating Disorders
Eating disorders (EDs) are complex conditions often rooted in deep-seated emotional trauma from our family of origin. These “origin wounds,” a term coined by Vienna Pharaon, LMFT, describe the emotional injuries from childhood that continue to impact our behavior and relationships as adults.
Postpartum & Eating Disorder Recovery: My Journey and Lessons Learned
As I embarked on my journey of motherhood, I was acutely aware that my body would transform. What I didn’t anticipate was the loss of bodily autonomy, the activation of trauma memories, and the societal pressure to ‘bounce back’ after childbirth.
Recovery Coaching vs. Therapy: A Comprehensive Guide
When it comes to mental health, there are several approaches available to help individuals cope with their issues. Two of these methods are therapy and recovery coaching. But what sets them apart? In this blog pos…
OCD Treatment: What’s The Right Approach For You?
Recovering from OCD is a tough journey. Letting go of safety behaviors (compulsions) and facing your fears (exposures) can feel like jumping off a cliff. As someone who has been through it personally as well as helps clients recover.
Navigating Chronic Illness, Fatphobia, and Self-Advocacy: A Therapist’s Perspective
Living with a chronic illness while facing fat phobia from healthcare providers can be a daunting experience, especially for individuals living in larger bodies and especially for individuals in recovery from an eating disorder.
6 Ways to Support Someone Struggling with an Eating Disorder-that have nothing to do with food
Supporting a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder can be a challenging task. It’s a delicate situation that requires understanding, patience, and sensitivity.
Control And Eating Disorders: A Deeper Understanding
People with eating disorders are often misunderstood and unfairly stigmatized. Labeled as ‘control freaks’ or perceived as individuals with an inherent controlling personality type, the complexity of their struggle is often overlooked.
Ableism is inherent in mainstream narratives of eating disorders
Eating disorders are a widespread and serious health issue that is often stigmatized and misunderstood. This blog post aims to unpack the ableism inherent in mainstream narratives of eating disorders and propose ways to resist it.