Is eating still something that feels like a complicated task for you? Do you want to cultivate a more peaceful relationship with food and your body? Did you know that the problem is not really just about the food? In this podcast episode, I speak about about unapologetic eating with Alissa Rumsey. We reflect on how you can let go of trying to "fix"…

How is perfectionism related to trauma? Why do many children start using food as a coping mechanism? How does one break the cycle and make a positive, long-lasting change? In this podcast episode, I speak with expert Amy Pershing about binge eating disorder and trauma. We reflect on the causes of perfectionism and how to avoid moralizing about food…

Why are diets always going to fail? What does the diet cycle look like? How can you identify emotional eating? In this podcast episode, I interview expert Judith Matz about making peace with food. We discuss how therapists can support clients by promoting self-care, and why its important to understand emotional eating. Sign up for the FREE e-course…

How can research shift our perspectives around weight and health? What are some of the ways to identify toxic diet culture? What's causing the Ozempic crisis? In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini interviews Christy Harrison about diets, health, "the wellness trap", and Ozempic. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating dis…

Do you have “fear” foods that you have been avoiding in ED treatment and recovery? How do you tell the difference between a real recovery coach and an influencer? What are the early steps that you can take to overcome your fear foods and create a healthier relationship with food? In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini discusses “fear food…

Were you a former athlete? Are you confused about food and exercise because of all the misinformation on social media? Do you want to improve your mindset and unlearn past conditioning to live a fuller, more authentic life? In this podcast episode, I speak about healing from diets, healthy movement, and listening to your body with Lara Days. We dis…

What is intuitive eating? What is it not? Why is diet culture a cult and how can you remove yourself from it so that you can live a peaceful, happier, and satisfied life with food and your body? In this podcast episode, Dr. Cristina Castagnini I speak about intuitive eating with expert Elyse Resch. We discuss how you can define intuitive eating and…

Do you use exercise as punishment? Have you been wanting to change your relationship with exercise and movement into something more positive and fulfilling? Can you allow yourself to be a beginner again? In this podcast episode, I speak about Pilates and transforming your life with Leslie Logan. We discuss how you can build a positive relationship …

Do you often avoid or “hate” photos? Do you want to gain more body confidence? How can a compassionate and free photography shoot lead to life-changing results? In this podcast episode, I speak about how to gain confidence and feel empowered with transformative photographer Mervyn-Reid Nelson. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating…

Do you have loads of clothes in your closet that don’t fit you comfortably that you’re keeping “just in case”? Does the idea of going clothes shopping make you feel anxious? What can you do to finally learn how to dress for your best, most comfortable and confident self? In this podcast episode, I speak about finding clothes that fit your body and …

Are you about to go to college, or in college right now? Have you been struggling with eating disorders or disordered behavior? How can big life changes lead to changes in eating, and how can you mediate them so that they can remain level, healthy, and intentional? In this podcast episode, I speak with Ilona Phillips about her experience of her col…

Do you struggle with chronic pain? Have you been told by doctors to either completely stop moving, or to lose weight before committing to movement with chronic pain? Why is this advice wrong, and how can you start a movement today that’s really beneficial to you? In this podcast episode, I speak about chronic pain and how to reclaim your life with …

Do you have PCOS? Why should people with PCOS be mindful of diet culture myths? How can you treat PCOS without falling prey bad medical advice that’s been influenced by diet culture? In this podcast episode, I speak with Julie Dillon about what you need to know about treating PCOS while avoiding diet culture narratives. Sign up for the FREE e-cours…

Are you a runner? Have you used exercise as punishment for eating? How can you safeguard your love for sports and running without having it turned against you by the diet industry? In this podcast episode, I speak about running and how to know when you’ve crossed the line with Heather Caplan. We reflect on how to find the middle ground in sports an…

What is your “common sense” around diet culture? What things do you still believe that are actually untrue, harmful, and just plain wrong? Why does cutting out food groups cause more harm than good? In this podcast episode, I speak about why diets don’t work and why the weight you lose keeps coming back with Andie Grange. Sign up for the FREE e-cou…

Do you think all weight loss is good and all weight gain is bad? Are you afraid of your body changing in treatment? How can you let go of these limiting beliefs that are holding you back from fully letting go of your ED and recovering? In this podcast episode, I speak about whether the fear of weight gain is keeping you from seeking treatment with …

You’ve probably heard about body positivity and body image, but do you know about body grief? What does “health at every size” actually mean? How can you prioritize your life outside of the diet industry? In this podcast episode, I speak about body grief with Bri Campos. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on…

How has toxic diet culture affected the way you see and feel about yourself? Are you left feeling bad about yourself after watching movies or spending time on social media? How can you learn to spot toxic diet messaging so that you can protect your mental health? In this podcast episode, I speak about how to spot and challenge toxic diet culture wi…

Have you heard of relational trauma? What are the patterns that are directing your life and how can you shift them? Can you commit to learning about yourself, your history, and how to rewrite your story for a better future? In this podcast episode, I speak about relational trauma with Esther Goldstein. We reflect on the causes of trauma, how it aff…

Do you feel compelled to “transform your body” with the new year? Have you been feeling bombarded with ads about changing your diet or your lifestyle? What can you do to maintain a sustainable and healthy relationship between your mind and body? In this podcast episode, I speak about body liberation with Chrissy King. We reflect on how you can comp…

Are you looking for practical tools to achieve a better sense of self-alignment? How can an emotional detox lead you to live a better, calmer, and more holistic life? How can you get through your reactions to your emotions to fully process them and receive their full value? In this podcast episode, I speak about detoxing emotionally with Sherianna …

Are you tempted to try a new diet or a new program before the New Year? Do you feel pressured to change your body? How can you stop dieting once and for all? In this podcast episode, I speak about a new, New Year’s Resolution with expert Dr. Michelle May. We reflect on the problem of yo-yo dieting and how to step off the eat-diet pendulum. Sign up …

Are you getting bombarded with ads about all the new diets over this holiday season? Do you still struggle with trying to get rid of believing diets that all promise you that they work? How can you effectively “undiet your life” and your mind? In this podcast episode, I speak about how to “Undiet Your Life” with expert Stephanie Dodier. We reflect …

Why is it important for you to hear success stories from people who have fully recovered from eating disorders? Have you heard of neurolinguistic programming? How can you remember each day that YOU have the choice and the ability to change, no matter how bad it is? In this podcast episode, I speak about Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) to change p…

Are you feeling nervous about the changes that your body will go through later on in life? Have you been trying to fight your body’s natural changes to continue looking a certain way? Can you stop and think about how you can truly improve the relationship you have with your body? In this podcast episode, I speak about perimenopause and how to navig…

Are you yearning for a kind of change in your life? Have you felt stuck repeating the same cycles day after day, month after month, while you know that you want to make a shift? Can you believe and trust that ultimately you DO have the power to change for good and for the better? In this podcast episode, I discuss the fact that you're only “one tho…

Why do diets often leave you so much worse off than when you started them? Why do people often end up gaining more weight after dieting? How can you truly make a healthy difference in your life - without dieting? In this podcast episode, I speak with the Don't Diet Dietician, Lauren Dorman, about why diets are rigged to fail. We discuss the health …

Why do some doctors prescribe Ozempic to treat eating disorders? What are the dangers of seeking treatment without a full assessment? How can you shield yourself from the schemes of the diet industry? In this podcast episode, Dr. Anita Federici and I discuss the uselessness - and dangers - of using Ozempic as an eating disorder treatment. We reflec…

Do you often find yourself saying, “I’ll be happy when …”? Will you make the time and space to get to know yourself and your body from a place of loving health? Have you ever thought that what you say about your body and food is what you are teaching your kids about theirs? In this podcast episode, I speak about the true meaning of happiness at eve…

Does getting dressed for the day often leave you feeling anxious or nervous? Are you holding onto clothes that no longer suit your body comfortably “just in case”? Have you been taunting yourself or punishing yourself with the clothes that make you feel uncomfortable or distressed? In this podcast episode, I speak about clothing exchange in recover…

Do you take daily vitamins and supplements? Have you ever felt overwhelmed by all the choices and supply of vitamins, not knowing which ones you need to take? What can you do to unlock health that is tailored exactly to your body for a true sense of well-being? In this podcast episode, I speak about how a breakthrough DNA test can match you to spec…

Which narrative are you using to make sense of the world around you? Do you find that the social media narratives you follow enforce negative mindsets around your relationships to food and exercise, or positive ones? How can you change them to improve your overall happiness and well-being? In this podcast episode, I speak about the inner workings o…

Is there a one-size-fits-all exercise amount? Do you feel stuck in a box, afraid to change, and afraid to stay where you are? What is the best, healthiest investment that you can make in yourself for your body, mind, and overall well-being? In this podcast episode, I speak about unlearning diet culture with Sarah King. We discuss exercise-positivit…

How can nature therapy help people who are in eating disorder recovery? Do you love the ocean, water, and nature? How can the natural world help you regain self-love and self-compassion through activities like surfing and kayaking? In this podcast episode, I speak about surfing into recovery with Sandi James. We reflect on the power of embodied hea…

How can you get out of the diet culture clutches to change how to view health? Why are you working against your biology when you diet excessively? Can you commit to finding out what your personal health looks like? In this podcast episode, I speak about men and eating disorders with Jonny Landels. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your ea…

Can a toxic family environment cause someone to develop eating disorder symptoms? What can you do to truly find yourself? How can you change the way that you perceive yourself to unlock greater potential for your life? In this podcast episode, I speak about how toxic family dynamics can contribute to ED and how to recover from it with Susan Gold. S…

From a modern medical standpoint, which alternative healing medicine can greatly assist people in recovery from ED? How does your recovery depend on being honest with yourself? Can subconscious work make your recovery journey self-sustaining? In this podcast episode, I speak about going through recovery by working through root trauma with subconsci…

Are you currently in ED recovery? Which things should you try to do to reduce the risk of relapsing in recovery? How can you break the habit of comparison and learn to be with yourself in the present moment? In this podcast episode, I speak about things NOT to do during recovery with Harriet Frew. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your ea…

Have you ever heard of the stereotype of a “dancer’s body”? What can dancers do to continue their passion without falling prey to the harmful diet culture that is present within the dancing industry? Are you a fellow dancer looking for a safe space and a community to be part of? In this podcast episode, I speak about dancers beyond labels with Anya…

Are there some alternative treatments that helped you along your path to recovery? What do “health” and “wellness” really mean beyond the scope of the medical industry? Do you want to learn more about your body and how different things can make you feel? In this podcast episode, I speak with “The Frequency Expert” David Wong about alternative ways …

Has your pediatrician or nutritionist given your child advice that you think is close to disordered eating? Why should you always seek a second opinion? Where is your young child learning about their body and what it means to be healthy? In this podcast episode, I speak about the new pediatric guidelines in effect and one mother’s shocking experien…

What are weight loss camps really about? What are some of the unhealthy lessons that they promote? How can we build awareness about their effects on women? In this podcast episode, I interview a group of women about their experiences at weight loss camps. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand your eating disorder and embark on the road to rec…

What is the dual diagnosis of diabulimia? How do families cope with the pain of ED? Where is the point of wanting to make a change for the better? In this podcast episode, I speak with Meg Henkenhaf about her experience with diabulimia. She explains the path she took to diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Sign up for the FREE e-course to understand…

Should teachers be trained to spot ED symptoms in kids? Can a mental health focus be the primary step when it comes to treating eating disorder? Why is teaching kids emotional literacy so important? In this podcast episode, I speak about lessons from recovery and teaching others in recovery and beyond with Florence Taglight. We reflect on the impor…

Have you felt worried about the possibility of achieving recovery? Have you ever felt like your eating disorder would never go away? What does it look like to achieve a full recovery and to feel in control and genuinely happy in your life? In this podcast episode, I discuss a personal journey to a full recovery with Lauren Rome. We discuss the orig…

What is your relationship like with your social media apps? Do you often find yourself spending hours scrolling and wanting to stop but not knowing how? What can you do to upgrade your social media literacy and take back your control? In this podcast episode, I speak about the swing in social media to the body positivity movement with Dr. Jillian L…

Have you or a loved one been treated for an eating disorder alongside an additional illness? How can two simultaneous diagnoses impact treatment? What do you do when treatments seem to contradict? In this podcast episode, I speak about diabetes and eating disorders with Esther Tambe. We reflect on how restriction will not solve diabetes, and how to…

How does the boxing and professional fighting industry cause eating disorders in many men? What does an eating disorder recovery process look like for a man? Have you been looking for someone that shares your story? In this podcast episode, I speak with Danny O’Connor’s about his experience with eating disorders as a professional boxer. Sign up for…

How can parents prepare their children to face a world with a diet culture and be safe? When are kids most at risk for developing harmful habits or believing harmful ideas? What can be done to help kids learn what is genuine and what is fake, both on social media and in life? In this podcast episode, I speak about prevention versus treatment with M…

Do you want to protect your kids from diet culture? How can you raise your kids to understand how to really listen to and care for their bodies? Why should you always avoid putting moral values on food? In this podcast episode, I speak about raising kids without diet culture with Grace Willis. We discuss how you can change the division of responsib…