An Invitation to Look for Glimmers
In light of the holidays and gratitude of the season, I invite each of you to look for glimmers - those little moments of awe and gratitude.
Let Food Be the White Noise for Your Life’s Symphony
Eating well doesn’t have to be complex. In fact, I believe the basic principle of white noise can also be applied to our body and food.
Eating Well is More Than the Food You Put on Your Fork
Eating well is more than the food you put on your fork. Here are five wishes for my clients when it comes to their relationships with food.
The Difference Between Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
My recent vacation to Ireland had all the vagal toning elements and practices to sustain such a life. Let’s review!
Five Tips to Help You Feel Well Throughout the Holidays
In today’s blog post, I want to share five tips to help you feel well throughout the holidays. Wishing you a merry Christmas!
Creating a “Safe” and Connected Holiday Season
As a Polyvagal Informed Therapist, I see the world through a lens of safety. Here are three simple steps for a "safe" and connected holiday season.
Considering the Use of a Harm Reduction Model for Loss of Control Eating Behaviors
Harm reduction involves employing limits and boundaries that keep us out of the weeds when we are the most vulnerable to our habitual brain.
Cravings, Loss of Control, and Dietary Restraint
In recent years, I have encountered a subgroup of individuals in my eating disorder practice who have binge eating disorder and struggle with relentless food cravings that lead to loss of control.
Curious About Recovery Podcast: Episode 13
Check out my latest podcast with Kirsten Hunneyball, host of Curious About Recovery. We talk about my personal experience as well as the important role of love in binge eating disorders.
Body-Based Conceptualization of Eating Disorders
As a certified eating disorder specialist who uses body-based conceptualization and polyvagal-informed therapies, I now see eating disorder symptoms more clearly and compassionately.
