Best Kyla Holley Podcasts (2024)

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Bariatric Surgery and Disordered Eating with Director of ACFEB Kyla Holley 56:07

31m ago56:07

56:07

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest, Psychotherapist, Bariatric Specialist, Eating Disorder Clinician & Director of The Australian Centre for Eating Behaviours (ACFEB), Kyla Holley. Currently, Kyla works as part of two multidisciplinary surgical bariatric clinical teams in addition to working in…

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Unmasking Coercive Control: The Hidden Abuse 17:17

4h ago17:17

17:17

Welcome to another episode of our podcast, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In today's episode, we delve into the serious and often overlooked subject of coercive control, a form of domestic violence that many fail to recognise. We explore various tactics used by perpetrators, such as intimidation, emot…

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How much power does the number on the scale have over you? 21:58

13h ago21:58

21:58

Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla shares a compelling story about a client struggling with constant weight fluctuations. Discover the power of a non-diet approach, the importance of self-care, and the concept of accepting oneself without judgment…

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Transformational Healing through Yoga with Pippa Jackson 46:11

18d ago46:11

46:11

On this week’s episode I am happy to be introducing you to our next special guest Yoga Therapist, Founder of Pippa Jackson Yoga and lived experience speaker, Pippa Jackson. Pippa struggled with food, body, her mental health, and self- acceptance from her young teenage years. At the height of her disordered eating was diagnosed with Bulimia Nervosa …

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Embracing Vulnerability: When Inspiration Runs Dry 18:34

19d ago18:34

18:34

Welcome to another episode of "Change Your Relationship with Food" with your host, Kyla Holley. This week, Kyla opens up about a common struggle: running out of ideas and feeling directionless. Join her as she explores the concept of vulnerability, both in her own life and in the lives of those struggling with their relationship with food. In this …

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The Diet Trap: Why Quick Fixes Fail and Sustainable Change Wins 22:04

8d ago22:04

22:04

Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla delves into the common pitfalls of diet culture and why so many quick-fix solutions fail to deliver long-term results. Kyla shares her insights on the illusion of miracle diets and the metabolic consequ…

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Supporting Children with Psychologist and Play Therapist Paula Noble 1:03:04

14d ago1:03:04

1:03:04

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Principle Psychologist of Noble Psychology and Play therapist, Paula Noble. Paula is a registered psychologist and play therapist, with over 30 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, and parents. Paula’s early career started as a teacher in prim…

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Navigating Menopause: Understanding the Impact on Body and Food Relationships 19:22

1M ago19:22

19:22

Menopause is a significant phase in a woman's life, often accompanied by various physical and emotional changes. This episode delves into the ways menopause affects our bodies, particularly focusing on its impact on our relationship with food. The discussion highlights the hormonal fluctuations that influence appetite and weight, and explores the s…

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Unlocking Your Food Habits: The Power of a Seven-Day Diary 22:21

1M ago22:21

22:21

Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla delves into the importance of understanding your eating habits to develop a healthier relationship with food. Kyla introduces a practical tool: a seven-day food diary. Despite initial resistance, she …

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Not Looking Like the Stereotype of an Eating Disorder with Director Jo Money 46:04

1M ago46:04

46:04

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be bringing back one of our very special guests from ‘Eat, Love, Live’, Jo Money. Josephine Money is the Founder and Director of ‘Eat Love Live’, an Accredited Practicing Dietitian, Nutritionist, a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC), and a co-Founder of Eat Love Live Education. Jo has been wor…

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Unmasking the Stress-Weight Connection 18:54

2M ago18:54

18:54

Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla discusses a common issue faced by many people. Kyla shares the story of a patient who experienced significant weight gain despite maintaining a healthy diet, and ultimately reveals a surprising culprit:…

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Navigating the Fork: Transforming Your Relationship with Food through ACT 26:40

2M ago26:40

26:40

Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla introduces the principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and how they can help you develop a healthier relationship with food. Discover the concept of the "choice point," where you decide be…

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Trusting Your Bodies Changes with Sophie 51:24

2M ago51:24

51:24

On this week’s episode we will be speaking to our next lovely guest and lived experience speaker, Sophie Munn. Sophie grew up in a small town in South Australia Adelaide called Naracoorte, with a community of around 7,000 people. Growing up in this small tight nit community Sophie had nothing but appreciation for her upbringing. However, like many …

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The Weight of Perception: Challenging Societal Views on Weight Loss and Health 20:38

2M ago20:38

20:38

Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, who guides you in breaking free from diet culture and fostering a healthy relationship with food. Don't forget to follow this podcast to stay updated. In this thought-provoking episode, Kyla dives into the societal perceptions of weight loss and gain, sparked by a wei…

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Breaking the Stigma: A Journey Through Bariatric Surgery with Kara John 25:56

2M ago25:56

25:56

Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla invites Kara John, a counsellor with lived experience, to discuss the realities of bariatric surgery. Kara shares her personal journey, from the early struggles with dieting and body image t…

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Prioritising Real Connections with Dietitian Maddi Parsons 23:21

2M ago23:21

23:21

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Founder of Sweet Spot Health, Eating Disorder Clinician (CEDC) and Accredited Practicing Dietitian, Maddi Parsons. Sweet Spot Health is a team of Dietitians that use a non- diet approach to help support those with concerns around food, body image and movement.…

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How do you really feel about your body? Let's find out! 17:26

2M ago17:26

17:26

Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, Kyla guides you through a body image questionnaire designed to help you understand and improve how you feel about your body in various situations. Throughout the episode, Kyla explains how to score your feel…

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Unlearning Diet Culture 22:46

3M ago22:46

22:46

Welcome to another episode of "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. This week, we are thrilled to welcome back Mary Pearson, the author of "Weighed Down: Unlearning the Lies Sold to Us About Our Bodies." Mary discusses her book's release and the creative ways she has bee…

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Weight Stigma with Dr. Christie Bennett 51:06

3M ago51:06

51:06

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Co- founder of ‘Eat Love Live’, researcher and lecturer, Dr. Christie Bennett. Christie currently works at Monash University as a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Nutrition Dietetics and Food and is a Research Fellow of The Higher Education Academy at Mona…

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My Perfect Body: A Journey of Self-Acceptance 15:12

3M ago15:12

15:12

In this episode, host Kyla Holley shares a speech she once gave to a room full of women about the concept of having a "perfect body." Drawing from her extensive experience as an eating disorder and bariatric therapist, Kyla explores how our bodies, regardless of societal standards, are perfect for the lives we lead and the experiences we cherish. K…

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Break the Binge 20:11

3M ago20:11

20:11

Welcome to Change Your Relationship with Food, the podcast hosted by Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist. In this episode, we delve into the complexities of binge eating disorder, an often misunderstood and underdiagnosed condition that affects more people than all other eating disorders combined. Kyla sheds light on…

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Changing Mindsets with Olivia Soha 37:56

3M ago37:56

37:56

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Founder of Uncovery and Recovery Coach, Olivia Soha. After, recovering from her own lived experience with an eating disorder, Olivia spent six months in the United States at BALANCE eating disorder treatment centre working as a liaison officer and recovery coa…

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The Power of Powerlifting with Kimberley Szeredi 29:16

3M ago29:16

29:16

This week, we spotlight Kimberley Szeredi, a sports scientist, strength coach, and eating disorder survivor. Kimberley shares her struggle to recover and how she’s using her experience and passion for powerlifting and sports science to help others develop healthier food and body relationships. From her struggles with eating disorders since age twel…

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Toxic Productivity and Its Impact on Our Health 25:13

4M ago25:13

25:13

Welcome to the 'Change Your Relationship with Food' podcast. Hosted by Kyla Holley, this episode tackles a contemporary concern known as 'toxic productivity'. We discuss the severe impact on our physical, mental, and nutritional well-being, and how it has creeped into all aspects of our lives under the influence of 'hustle culture'. We often let th…

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The Opportunity for Self- Compassion with Psychologist Cathy Anderson 1:01:06

4M ago1:01:06

1:01:06

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Psychologist, Cathy Anderson. Cathy has worked for 20 years in the eating disorder space as a Senior Clinician, Senior Psychologist and Eating Disorder Coordinator predominantly having worked at the Illawarra Eating Disorders Service. Cathy has also been a gue…

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Pole dancing towards self-acceptance with Nelly Rose 26:03

4M ago26:03

26:03

Join Kyla Holley, as she hosts an insightful discussion with Nelly Rose, a pole dancer, exotic dancer, and co-author of "Weighed Down, Unlearning the Lies Sold to Us About Our Bodies". Nelly shares her transformational journey from battling body insecurities and disordered eating to finding self-acceptance and comfort in her own skin. With a backgr…

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Gain what you want, without losing anything 16:02

4M ago16:02

16:02

Often, Kyla encounters patients referred by their GPs who see weight loss as their ultimate solution to attaining happiness or health. She emphasises that contrary to popular belief, these aspects are not necessarily linked to the number on the scale. Listen in as Kyla unravels the real elements of happiness, health, attractiveness and love. She pa…

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Teenagers and Body Image with Serena 32:09

4M ago32:09

32:09

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest, previous group facilitator, Serena Dalton. Serena has run workshops and group facilitation for the company Tomorrow Woman which runs education programs for school students, teachers, for parents, in sports, and more. Serena has a background in studying theatr…

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Gut-directed hypnotherapy with Bianca Skilbeck 22:15

4M ago22:15

22:15

In this episode, Kyla chats to Bianca Skilbeck, founder of Freedom From Food, which is based in Melbourne, Australia. Bianca imparts invaluable insights into the misunderstood world of clinical hypnotherapy, explaining how it doesn't take over anyone's mind but guides people into a more focused state to be able to facilitate change. Bianca introduc…

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Can childhood beliefs ruin adult intentions? 19:21

5M ago19:21

19:21

Welcome to this episode of 'Change Your Relationship with Food', hosted by eating disorder and bariatric therapist, Kyla Holley. Today, the episode dives into the unique and sometimes twisted world of our childhood beliefs about food and the influence these views have on our behaviours and attitudes towards food as adults. Inspired by Sarah Jessica…

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Feeling Stuck with an Eating Disorder with Director Jo Money & Dr. Christie Bennett 54:05

5M ago54:05

54:05

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to two lovely practitioners from ‘Eat Love Live’ in Melbourne, Director Josephine Money and Dr. Christie Bennett. Eat Love Live is a clinic that offers Dietetics and nutrition, physiotherapy, movement classes, music therapy, dance therapy and education from a range of different health …

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The truth about Dietitians with Rachel O'Brien 21:39

5M ago21:39

21:39

In this enlightening podcast, we are delighted to have Rachel O'Brien, a private practice dietitian from Australia, as our guest. Rachel brings her expertise in gastrointestinal nutrition, bariatric surgery, and adult weight management to shed light on the true nature of being a dietitian and dismantling some common fallacies. Rachel unfolds the jo…

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Building Self- Confidence with Psychologist Dr. Daisy Gemayel 33:57

5M ago33:57

33:57

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest to Principal Psychologist of the Mental Care Clinic, Dr Daisy Gemayel. Daisy grew up in Lebanon and then travelled to the U.S where she attended Harvard University at Cambridge in Massachusetts. After studying in the U.S she then travelled to Australia to gain…

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Cognitive Dissonance - Have you got it, and does it matter? 21:45

5M ago21:45

21:45

Welcome to "Change Your Relationship with Food," hosted by experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist, Kyla Holley. Join her as she navigates the complexities of cognitive dissonance and its profound influence on our relationship with food. In this thought-provoking episode, Kyla introspects the inner battle of the "bad cop, good cop" ment…

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Eating Disorders are Only Growing Globally with Director of BMA Sarah McMahon 29:08

5M ago29:08

29:08

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be bringing one of our much loved guest, Director and Psychologist here at BodyMatters Australasia, Sarah McMahon. Sarah is a Registered Psychologist and the Director of BodyMatters Australasia clinic which is an eating disorder treatment clinic which has clinics all around Australia. BMA utilises the di…

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A Conversation with Mary Pearson - Author of Weighed Down 24:53

5M ago24:53

24:53

In this episode, Kyla invites Mary Pearson, a social worker and the author of the eye-opening book "Weighed Down: Unlearning the Lies Sold to Us About Our Bodies", to shed light on misconceptions surrounding body image. Mary shares her personal journey and the passion that prompted her to write her book, offering fresh perspectives on the complex r…

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Movement and Eating Disorders with Physiotherapist Bec 38:13

6M ago38:13

38:13

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Physiotherapist, Rebecca Gawler. Bec works at two clinics in Melbourne at ‘Eat Love Live’ and Balance North as Physiotherapist. Working as a Physiotherapist with her own lived experience of disordered eating, Bec began to notice the link between physiotherapy …

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You and chocolate can be friends! 22:12

6M ago22:12

22:12

Join Kyla Holley, an experienced eating disorder and bariatric therapist, in a fascinating episode dedicated to the concept of mindful eating. This topic, often misunderstood, is more about cultivating a healthier relationship with food than adopting the latest health trend. Clear your preconceptions, and dare to savour each meal properly. In this …

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Eating Disorders Across the Age Spectrum with Dietitians Meg and Susan 1:04:36

6M ago1:04:36

1:04:36

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing our next special guests non- diet Dieticians Meg McClintock and Susan Williams. Meg and Susan have joined together as non- diet dietitian's to make a positive change in the area of media literacy, body image, health and nutrition. Meg and Susan have founded the organisation ‘Meg and Susan’…

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The grey area between a diet and an eating disorder 16:12

6M ago16:12

16:12

In this episode, we delve into the concept of Orthorexia, a fixation on eating healthily and an obsession with body image, which can lead to extreme behaviors and eating disorders like Anorexia. The episode begins by asking listeners to visualise a pie chart describing who they are. This guide provides an understanding of how your thinking patterns…

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Athletes and Eating Disorders with Dietitian Tayla Clegg 41:44

6M ago41:44

41:44

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Dietitian, Tayla Clegg. Tayla lives on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland and grew up in the world of athletics. This is where she personally went through her own lived experience with disordered eating. Having personally experienced the difficulties with disord…

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Can weight loss ruin my relationship? 20:01

6M ago20:01

20:01

In this episode, we uncover the underexplored effects of weight loss on relationships. As a professional assisting individuals preparing for weight loss journeys, I have observed dramatic shifts in relationship dynamics. Dealing with everything from increased confidence and attention to discomfort and past trauma, I probe into how shedding weight c…

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Storytelling as a Way to Heal Body Image with Dr. Anita Johnston 47:37

6M ago47:37

47:37

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Psychologist, Author, Co- Founder and Executive Clinical Director, Dr. Anita Johnston. As an International Speaker, someone with a PhD, a Supervisor and an Eating Disorder Professional Anita has been able to make a tremendous impact in the space of eating diso…

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How does trauma affect my relationship with food? 22:29

6M ago22:29

22:29

How does trauma affect our relationship with food? Kyla discusses the different types of trauma we can be exposed to and how they affect our brain and nervous system. What does this mean for our body? How does is feel? Do you forage, eat for comfort, eat when you're bored? Listen as Kyla explains the connection between our eating behaviour and thin…

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A Diet Culture Free Home with Dietitian Claire Gasper 50:25

6M ago50:25

50:25

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing our next special guest all the way from WA Perth, Claire Gasper. Claire is an Accredited Practicing Dietician and a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician who works as a non- diet dietitian. She is a member of the LGBTQI+ community, has a diagnosis of ADHD and has a special interest in wor…

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Secrets and lies 27:28

6M ago27:28

27:28

In this episode Kyla takes us on a thought-provoking exploration into the world of guilt, shame and binge eating. Discover the Tim Tam Tragedy and McDonalds madness, two stories about secret eating that will either make you laugh or cry! We explore the difference between guilt and shame and discover why we binge eat. The episode orchestrates a call…

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Acceptance and Commitment with Psychologist Harriet 47:53

7M ago47:53

47:53

On this week’s episode, I am super excited to be bringing back our lovely guest and Psychologist here at BodyMatters Harriet Iles. Harriet has completed a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences at the University of Adelaide. Harriet did complete a degree in law however, new her true passions were really to become a Psychologist. …

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Is bariatric surgery for me? 24:14

7M ago24:14

24:14

Do I qualify for weight loss surgery? How do I chose the right surgeon? How much weight loss is realistic? What will the surgical team want to know? Kyla has worked as part of a multidisciplinary bariatric team for 15 years. She gives you an inside look into how your bariatric team should work and how the different team members can help you. Is sur…

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Your Health Matters with Paige 25:46

7M ago25:46

25:46

On this week’s episode I am super excited to be introducing you to our next special guest Paige Trbojevic. Paige is a 26-year-old female who was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes from the age of four. Having managed her diabetes since she was 12-13 Paige now speaks about her past struggles with food, body, and diabetes management. Through modifying he…

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What's all the fuss about Ozempic? 20:26

7M ago20:26

20:26

What is Ozempic and how does it work? Is it really a great weight loss solution? What are the costs and the side effects? Explore the pros and cons of the weight loss medication that everyone is talking about. But beware! Find out what really happens when you stop taking it. Kyla Holley is the Director of the Australian Centre for Eating Behaviour …

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