A Mother’s Day Wish
As Mother’s Day approaches, it’s important to recognize that this holiday can evoke a wide range of emotions in people. For some folks, Mother’s Day is a celebration of love and family; for others, it...
View ArticleWhat’s Shame Got to Do with It?
When I was in early elementary school—maybe first or second grade—I went to a classmate’s house to play. I didn’t know this girl very well, but our mothers thought we’d get along. Our mothers were...
View ArticleWhat’s Shame Got to Do with It? Part 2
In Part One of this blog we discussed how guilt and shame are interconnected yet distinct dynamics; guilt arises from actions, while shame is more stubborn, stemming from a deep-seated, negative...
View ArticleARFID Diagnostic Criteria: A Therapist’s Guide to Supporting a Loved One
Introduction If someone you care about struggles with eating, you might wonder if it’s just picky eating or something more. Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a serious condition that...
View ArticleSupporting a Loved One Struggling with an Eating Disorder
This week, instead of our usual blog, I thought I’d share my recent interview with Authority Magazine, an online publication that asks interesting questions to various people who are experts in their...
View ArticleRESPONDING VS REACTING
THAT OLD TUG-OF-WAR THAT EXISTS IN MANY OF US So here’s the scenario: Sarah is at work, looking forward to the weekend, when she gets an email from her boss criticizing some aspect of a recent...
View ArticleWhy Eating Disorders Are Not Your Fault, and What You Can Do About Them
Part OneToo many people assume that eating disorders and disordered eating are rooted in laziness or character flaws. These wide-spread assumptions often lead to fat-shaming and feelings of low...
View ArticleWhy Eating Disorders Are Not Your Fault, And What You Can Do About Them
Part Two – Emotion-TriggersLast time, we discussed a UCLA study that links loneliness with increased cravings for higher-calorie, sweet foods. In that study, brain scans revealed heightened activity in...
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Heal Your Relationship with Food: Join Our Virtual Emotion-Triggered Eating™...
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by emotion-triggered eating, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with food choices influenced by stress, sadness, or other emotions—and it’s often an isolating...
View ArticleHave Yourself a Super Sunday!
It’s almost here—and whether you are rooting for Chiefs or the Eagles or are just there for the commercials, Super Bowl Sunday is a huge deal! According to industry figures, 113.7 million Americans...
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