The Eating Disorder Therapist

Today I’m talking to Erin Washington, host of the wildly popular podcast, Squats & Margaritas. Erin’s upcoming book, From Pain to Purpose: Finding Meaning in The Mess, is a second edition of her previously released book, Squats & Margaritas. In this new edition, Erin details her journey through twenty years of an eating disorder and finding body peace and acceptance at the age of 38 and finding her life’s purpose during the global pandemic.  Squats & Margaritas was written when Erin felt compelled to share a new method of working out that produced proper results. For years, Erin exercised rigorously and deprived herself of many foods and activities. It wasn’t until she found balance that she achieved both physical and mental wellbeing. At the time of releasing the first edition, Erin believed she was writing from her highest form of self. And then the global pandemic hit and her purpose shifted immensely.  Erin was called to start weekly Instagram live conversations early on in the pandemic and was having real conversations with her followers about our daily struggles, including being in lockdown with young children, how hard it was to maintain a workout or a schedule, and much more. These conversations led Erin to her weekly podcast, Squats & Margaritas, conversations to help women feel seen and inspired to find their own purpose. I’m really looking forward to speaking with Erin today as her story is very relatable to many of you. Erin will be talking about her eating disorder recovery journey and particularly how she changed her relationship with exercise and working out. Erin is going to speak about finding purpose in life and how anyone can do this. Erin has founded the Blue Butterflies Foundation which empowers teenage girls around body image and self-worth issues. She is going to share her best body image tips and some wisdom for mums raising daughters. I hope that you enjoy the conversation.   To find out more about Erin and her work: - Instagram: @the_blue_butterflies_, @iamerinwashington, @squats_and_margaritas Podcast: Squats and Margaritas https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/squats-and-margaritas/id1530232466 Websites: https://squatsandmargaritas.com/ https://thebluebutterflies.org/   This week’s sponsor: Amber Romaniuk  Amber’s podcast: https://amberapproved.ca/podcast  Amber’s website: https://amberapproved.ca/    Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html   Body Image Training Day for counsellors https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/body-image-training-with-harriet-frew.html  

A Bite Size episode. I explore my own thoughts around 'normal eating'. Of course, everyone's 'normal' will be slightly different. I explore food neutrality, regular eating, social eating, pleasure and satisfaction, food preoccupation and more. I hope that you find it helpful. Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html   Body Image Training Day for counsellors, nutritionists and personal trainers https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/body-image-training-with-harriet-frew.html

Monica Berg, international speaker and author, shares her journey of overcoming an eating disorder and empowering others to embrace their true selves. She discusses reframing limiting beliefs and helping people live a fulfilling life. Monica highlights warning signs of eating disorders and the importance of self-love. She explores how Kabbalah teachings transformed negative traits and emphasizes the need to find your voice and connect with yourself. Monica also talks about her books and desire to address social issues.

A Bite Size episode! Although sorry that it's not very bite sized.  In this episode, I explore my own personal journey as a recovering people pleaser and how this was tangled up in bulimic and other eating disorder behaviours. I talk about 6 true costs of being a people-pleaser and then explain 6 ways to find freedom, embrace change and become more authentic. I hope that you find it helpful.   Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html   Eating Disorders Training Day for counsellors https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/eating-disorders-training-with-harriet-frew.html   Body Image Training Day for counsellors https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/body-image-training-with-harriet-frew.html  

Today I'm speaking with Tessa Peters, CEO and founder of Been There, a charity app dedicated to helping those with body image struggles get paired with a mentor and find the support they need. Tessa was plagued with body image struggles from her earliest childhood days, into her teens and twenties and also struggling with eating disorders. She felt incredibly alone and misunderstood, and was desperate to find someone removed from friends and family, who she could trust and openly share here struggles with, someone who had been in a similar situation to her. Tessa saw counsellors, dietitians and therapists – but she felt that none of these worked for her fully and they lacked relatability. She recognised that she needed a service like Been There so decided to create this herself. Been There aims to make a positive and powerful difference to people facing body image issues. During Tessa’s own journey she eventually found a Mentor and still speaks with him today. The value of this relationship and the impact it has had on her life, has been life-saving. Been There’s volunteer Mentors are here to support people through their own journeys and make sure that no one feels alone. In the episode today, I speak to Tessa about her history of eating disorders and body image issues, and why she felt so passionately about creating Been There. I explore more about the power of mentorship that this incredible charity offers. This episode will help you feel less alone and you may want to think about Been There mentorship yourself if you are struggling. I hope that you enjoy the conversation.   To find out more about Been There: -  Website: https://beenthereapp.com/        Instagram: @beenthere.app   This week’s sponsor:  Amber Romaniuk  Amber’s podcast: https://amberapproved.ca/podcast  Amber’s website: https://amberapproved.ca/ 

A Bite Size episode! Today I talk about 5 things that have helped me to stay sane and fully recovered from an eating disorder. I discuss things around food but also about relationships, emotional health and rest. I hope that you find it helpful.   This week's sponsor: - The Gastric Mindset Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293   Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Today, I’m talking to Dr. Marianne Miller (all the way from San Diego) who has been in the mental health field for 26 years and has specialised in eating disorders for the last 11 years. Marianne was a full-time academic for 12 years and had a part-time eating disorder practice for much of that time (until she left the university) and went into private practice full-time in 2018. Dr. Marianne loves working with eating disorders as a therapist and a coach. She takes a non-diet, feminist approach that helps people of all genders live empowered, authentic lives. She embraces the Health at Every Size model and is LGBTQIAA+ affirming. Dr. Marianne recently launched the Inevitable Binge Eating Recovery online program. It helps high-achieving professionals regain their mental and emotional energy by shifting their relationship with food to be fully present in their life. In this episode today, Marianne explores some of the tools and strategies that she uses in supporting her clients with overcoming binge eating. She talks about the subtle ways that restriction can manifest itself, so triggering binges. Marianne explores mental restriction; how to introduce forbidden foods and more.  Marianne is absolutely passionate about this area of work and you are going to learn so much from her. I hope that you enjoy it! To find out more about Marianne: - Website: http://www.drmariannemiller.com/ Eating Disorder Blog: https://www.drmariannemiller.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmariannemiller/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmariannemiller/ Membership program: https://www.drmariannemiller.com/binge-eating-101-class-1   This week's sponsor: - The Gastric Mindset Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293   Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

A Bite Size Episode. In this episode I talk about the MANTRA flower. MANTRA is an evidence based treatment for anorexia nervosa and created by the Maudsley Hospital in London. The MANTRA flower offers a tool to understand ANY eating disorder from a psychological perspective and helps you understand why you may feel stuck.   To find out more about MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Treatment for Adults): https://mantraweb.co.uk/   This week's sponsor: - The Gastric Mindset Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293   Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

This week, it's an old episode for you! One of my most downloaded conversations and one that I'm sure that you'll enjoy. Today I’m talking to Marisa Peer - internationally award-winning hypnotherapist and Creator of the Multi-award winning Rapid Transformational Therapy ® (RTT®)’. Marisa is the founder of iamenough.com; international best-selling author; motivational speaker; personal development expert and leading celebrity therapist. She is a major contributor to the press and has appeared on numerous TV shows and media outlets. In this episode, Marisa shares her story in becoming a therapist, starting out with Jane Fonda, as a personal trainer and how many of these clients had underlying eating disorders. She talks about the common negative beliefs we hold and how to overcome them, as well as trigger events and delving into the unconscious to bring about lasting change. Marisa also offers inspiration on improving your relationship with food and your body in a sustainable way. I’m hugely grateful to Marisa for sharing her wonderful insights and expertise. I hope that you enjoy the episode. To find out more about Marisa Peer: www.marisapeer.com www.rtt.com www.iamenough.com twitter.com/MarisaPeer Instagram: @marisapeertherapy linkedin.com/in/marisa-peer/ https://www.facebook.com/marisa.peer.therapy/   This week's sponsor:  The Gastric Mindset Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293   Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues - LAST CHANCE TO GET TICKETS! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957  

A Bite Size Episode. In this podcast, I talk about how to manage your anxiety, well-being and body image when your smaller clothes no longer fit. I hope that you find it helpful.   This week's sponsor: - The Gastric Mindset Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293     Harriet Frew's current offers: - Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957