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267. Kristina Saffran, Co-Founder & CEO of Equip

Dec 10, 2024

In this engaging discussion, Kristina Saffran, co-founder and CEO of Equip, shares her personal journey from battling anorexia to revolutionizing eating disorder treatment. She emphasizes the importance of community support and innovative virtual care models. The conversation dives into the stigma surrounding eating disorders, the challenges posed by social media, and the critical need for accessible, evidence-based treatment options. Kristina also highlights the potential for new strategies, including the role of psychedelics, in promoting recovery.

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Kristina Saffran

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Quick takeaways

Equip's innovative approach prioritizes evidence-based treatment and family involvement, ensuring a supportive environment for sustainable recovery from eating disorders.

Kristina emphasizes breaking down stigmas around eating disorders, highlighting their prevalence across diverse demographics beyond the typical stereotypes.

Deep dives

The Importance of Home-Based Recovery

The most effective eating disorder recovery takes place in familiar environments, emphasizing the necessity of being at home and integrating treatment into daily life. Recovery is significantly strengthened by having personal reasons to overcome an eating disorder, fostering resilience against its pull. Equip aims to provide evidence-based treatment that allows individuals to engage in their homes, schools, and communities while maintaining their jobs, creating a supportive backdrop for recovery. This integration helps build a life worth living, which is essential in diminishing the relevance of the disorder.

Intro

2min

Transforming Access to Eating Disorder Treatment Through Virtual Care

3min

Understanding Eating Disorders and Innovative Treatment Approaches

13min

Revolutionizing Eating Disorder Treatment: A New Approach to Care

4min

Innovative Approaches in Eating Disorder Treatment

12min

The Power of Personal Experience in Eating Disorder Treatment

3min

Today, I'm joined by Kristina Saffran, co-founder and CEO of Equip.

After struggling with anorexia in her youth, Kristina founded Equip to expand access to eating disorder treatment through virtual, evidence-based care.

In this episode, we discuss designing support for sustainable recovery.

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