Best Melrose Center Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 52 - Orthorexia 39:42

16d ago39:42

39:42

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Alicia Phillips, a registered dietitian here at Melrose. Alicia and Karen will discuss Orthorexia or the obsessive pursuit of clean eating or living a healthy lifestyle. Of course, living a balanced and healthy life is important, but when this pursuit starts to feel obsessive and negatively impacts …

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Episode 51 - A Recovery Story: Corey 38:35

2M ago38:35

38:35

On this episode, we will be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Corey, who will take us through his journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 50: How Eating Disorders Have Changed 37:12

3M ago37:12

37:12

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Andrea Zuellig to discuss how eating disorders have changed in the past 20 years. Click here for a transcript of this episode.By Melrose Center

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Episode 49 - Eating Disorders Are Serious and Support is Vital Part 2 34:10

4M ago34:10

34:10

On today’s episode we will continue our conversation around the seriousness of an eating disorder diagnosis. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined again by Diane, who tragically lost her daughter to an eating disorder, and Dr. Emily Wacker to discuss the importance of taking these diagnoses seriously as well as the need for support for everyone impacted by an…

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Episode 48 - Eating Disorders Are Serious and Support is Vital Part 1 37:21

5M ago37:21

37:21

On today’s episode, we will have two special guests for a candid conversation about the seriousness of an eating disorder diagnosis. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Emily Wacker, PHD, LMFT licensed clinical therapist at Melrose, and Diane, who tragically lost her daughter to an eating disorder. Eating disorders can be life-threatening and we feel…

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Episode 47 - Intuitive Eating 30:23

6M ago30:23

30:23

There are so many messages about food in our culture which can create conflicted emotions about eating and nourishment. Oftentimes it impacts not only how we eat, but also how we feel about ourselves and our bodies. On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by George Elliott, a registered dietitian here at Melrose. Together they will discuss i…

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Episode 46 - Depression, Anxiety & Eating Disorders 38:58

7M ago38:58

38:58

Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Patti Witt, LMFT here at Melrose. Karen and Patti will talk about Depression and anxiety - and the impact they can have on eating disorders and eating disorder recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 45 - Healthy Boundaries for Eating Disorder Recovery 28:09

8M ago28:09

28:09

Dr. Karen Nelson continues her conversation with Dr. Amanda Ihlenfeld, around the importance of cultivating and maintaining healthy boundaries in eating disorder recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 44 - Building Loving Boundaries 40:41

9M ago40:41

40:41

Boundaries are so important - in our lives and in our recovery. This is a two-part episode with Dr. Amanda Ihlenfeld, licensed clinical psychologist here at Melrose.. In part one, we will more generally discuss boundaries - the different types - and how difficult it can sometimes be to practice healthy boundaries. In part 2, we'll discuss the relat…

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Episode 43 - Eating Disorders and Women Over 40 36:59

10M ago36:59

36:59

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Amanda Delsman - licensed clinical psychologist here at Melrose. For women over 40, eating disorders can be surprising or frustrating - whether it’s a first diagnosis or a relapse from a previous diagnosis. But there is always hope - Karen and Amanda will take you through the journey of finding …

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Episode 42 - A Recovery Story - Sophia Part 2 36:40

11M ago36:40

36:40

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Sophia who will continue to take us through her journey through treatment and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 41 - A Recovery Story - Sophia Part 1 38:30

11M ago38:30

38:30

On this episode, we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Sophia who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. This episode has been divided into two parts. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 40 - Eating Disorders & Fertility, Pregnancy, and Childbirth 33:47

12M ago33:47

33:47

On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jackie Gustafson, NP-PPC here at Melrose. Karen and Jackie will discuss the impact eating disorders can have on women and their reproductive systems, especially as they enter their childbearing years. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 39 - Core Beliefs and Self Talk 36:10

12M ago36:10

36:10

On today's episode, we’ll be talking about core beliefs and the variety of ways they can impact how we think about ourselves. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Patti Witt and together they will also discuss how self-talk can help us affirm our positive core beliefs as well as support growth and healing in our lives. For a transcript of this episode cli…

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Episode 38 - Fueling for Sports 37:28

1y ago37:28

37:28

On today’s episode, we will be discussing food as fuel for our bodies. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jillian Tholen, a registered dietitian at TRIA who will help us understand what it means to balance nutritional needs and exercise as well as how disordered eating can impact athletes. For a transcript of this episode click here.…

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Episode 37 - All Foods Fit 37:16

1y ago37:16

37:16

On today’s episode, we’ll talk about food—for nourishment, for enjoyment, for ourselves and for our families. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Alicia Phillips, manager of nutrition services here at Melrose to understand how “all foods fit” in the treatment of eating disorders. Click here for a transcript of this episode.…

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Episode 36 - A Recovery Story: Brenda 34:36

1y ago34:36

34:36

On this episode, we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Brenda who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. Click here for a transcript of this episode.By Melrose Center

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Episode 35 - Eating Disorders and Bariatric Surgery 35:19

1y ago35:19

35:19

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Jill Leer. They will discuss the intersection of eating disorders and bariatric surgery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 34 - Medical Care for Eating Disorders 30:11

1y ago30:11

30:11

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Kate Kardell, primary care physician here at Melrose. Karen and Kate will discuss what supportive medical care looks like for patients who are suffering from an eating disorder. Click here for a transcript of this episode.By Melrose Center

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Episode 33 - Practical Tips for Parents with kids who have an Eating Disorder 39:54

1y ago39:54

39:54

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Lisa Bonahoom, licensed marriage and family therapist here at Melrose. Karen and Lisa will discuss how parents and guardians can support a child struggling with an eating disorder by sharing practical tips and information to help support your child's recovery journey. Click here for a transcript of …

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Episode 32 - A Recovery Story - From a Mother's Heart 34:40

1+ y ago34:40

34:40

On today's episode, we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Cindy who will take us through her daughter's journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 31 - A Recovery Story: Jessica 35:52

1+ y ago35:52

35:52

On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jessica who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 30 - Residential Care 38:26

1+ y ago38:26

38:26

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Dawn Taylor, the manager of our residential treatment facility here at Melrose. Dawn and Karen will discuss when residential care is needed and what a patient can expect if they are admitted. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 29 - The Impact of Trauma in Eating Disorders 39:04

1+ y ago39:04

39:04

On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Patti Witt, licensed Marriage and Family therapist here at Melrose. Karen and Patti will discuss Trauma - what it looks like, how it is stored in the body and how trauma can intersect with Eating Disorders. For a transcript of this episode click here.…

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Episode 28 - Relapse Prevention 37:25

1+ y ago37:25

37:25

On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Linda Wondrasch licensed clinical psychologist at Melrose. Part of eating disorder recovery is having a relapse prevention plan. Dr. Karen Nelson and Dr. Linda Wondrasch will discuss what a relapse prevention plan looks like, signs of when a relapse may be occurring, and the immense role friends…

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Episode 27 - Eating Disorders and Substance Use Disorder 35:53

1+ y ago35:53

35:53

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Alison Sharpe-Havill, licensed clinical psychologist at Melrose. Dr. Karen Nelson and Dr. Alison Sharpe-Havill discuss what it looks like when someone is suffering from both an eating disorder and substance use disorder, as well as the type of care and treatment they will need in order to recove…

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Episode 26 - A Recovery Story: Hannah Studee 30:00

1+ y ago30:00

30:00

On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Hannah Studee who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 25 - The Initial Assessment and Care Manager Support 29:23

1+ y ago29:23

29:23

On Today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Stacie Frandrup, supervisor of the initial assessment centers and care management department at Melrose. Karen and Stacie will discuss the initial assessment process and the important role care managers play in a patient's recovery. For a transcript of the episode click here.…

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Episode 24 - Wise Mind 25:37

1+ y ago25:37

25:37

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson will be discussing the DBT skill wise mind. Karen will take you through what wise mind means, how to practice it and a mindfulness exercise to help you access it. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 23 - A Recovery Story – From a Father’s Heart 34:07

1+ y ago34:07

34:07

On today’s episode, we’ll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jason Searcy who will take us through his daughter’s journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 22 - Occupational Therapy in Eating Disorder Recovery 35:02

1+ y ago35:02

35:02

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Kendra Johnson, a registered and licensed occupational therapist at Melrose. They will discuss occupational therapy and how beneficial it can be when working towards recovery from an eating disorder. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 21 - Eating Disorders and the LGBTQ+ Community 35:26

1+ y ago35:26

35:26

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Greg Fedio, Clinical Project Manager at HealthPartners to discuss the impact of eating disorders amongst the LGTBQ+ community. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 20 - A Recovery Story: Amy Harms Hoad 30:59

2y ago30:59

30:59

On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Amy Harms Hoad who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 19 - Body Image 38:28

2y ago38:28

38:28

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Amanda Delsman licensed clinical psychologist here at Melrose. Karen and Amanda will discuss a topic that impacts almost everyone... body image. They'll discuss the impact of body image and give suggestions of how someone can start developing a better relationship with their body. For a transcri…

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Episode 18 - Eating Disorders in Men & Boys 33:59

2y ago33:59

33:59

On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Ben Meyers, licensed mental health therapist at Melrose Center. Karen and Ben will discuss how eating disorders can show up in men and boys, as well as a larger conversation around supporting them through their eating disorder recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.…

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Episode 17 - Eating Disorders and Exercise 33:57

2y ago33:57

33:57

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Karen Dieleman, senior physical therapist at Melrose Center. For many, movement and exercise can become a dangerous extension of their eating disorder behavior. Dr. Karen Nelson and Karen Dieleman will discuss how this behavior can present itself and the steps one can take to have a more balanced relat…

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Episode 16 - A Recovery Story: Nancy Manther 32:28

2y ago32:28

32:28

On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Nancy Manther who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 15 - Health at Every Size 39:30

2y ago39:30

39:30

On Today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Margaret Funk, one of Melrose's outpatient medical providers. Karen and Margaret will discuss Health at Every Size, a philosophy that directly challenges diet culture and can be a helpful mindset for those in recovery. Health at Every Size promotes the idea that all foods fit, we can move our bo…

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Episode 14 - Eating Disorders and Mindfulness 21:26

2y ago21:26

21:26

On this episode, we'll be doing something a little bit different. There won't be a guest, instead, Karen will talk about mindfulness - what that word means, how it can help with recovery and she'll even walk through a brief exercise. For a transcription of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 13 - A Recovery Story: Jane 37:21

2y ago37:21

37:21

On this episode, we’ll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jane who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here.By Melrose Center

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Episode 12- Music Therapy and Eating Disorders 32:16

2y ago32:16

32:16

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Mandi Verstegen, a board-certified music therapist at Melrose Center. Recovery isn’t just about therapy or your dietician - it’s much more holistic. The practice of music therapy in treatment dovetails with Melrose’s overall goal to treat mind, body, and spirit. Mandi and Karen will discuss the impo…

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Episode 11 - Feminist Protective Measures 32:07

2y ago32:07

32:07

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Emily Wacker, PHD, LMFT, licensed clinical therapist at Melrose Center. They will discuss Emily's research around Feminist Protective Factors, an idea and practice that can specifically help women who may be struggling with disordered eating or those who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder.…

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Episode 10 - ARFID 33:20

2y ago33:20

33:20

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Marcus Westerman, MD, PhD, a psychiatrist at Melrose Center. Marcus and Karen will talk about ARFID which stands for Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. ARFID isn't just about picky eating and for those suffering, it can impact both their mental and physical well-being. But recovery is possi…

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Episode 9 - Binge Eating Disorder 34:06

2y ago34:06

34:06

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Andrea Zuellig, PHD, LP. Karen and Andrea discuss binge eating disorder, one of the most prevalent eating disorders impacting a wide variety of people. They'll discuss signs, symptoms, and treatment options for those struggling with binge eating disorder as well as useful tips for families and frie…

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Episode 8 - Eating Disorders and Spirituality 34:59

2+ y ago34:59

34:59

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Amy Riesenberg MDiv, the inter-faith chaplain at Melrose. Amy and Karen will discuss how for some people recovering from an eating disorder, a spiritual practice can be both healing and comforting. Click here for a transcript of this episode.By Melrose Center

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Episode 7 - Eating Disorders and Diabetes 33:58

2+ y ago33:58

33:58

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Gina Patnoe, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator at Melrose Center. Gina and Karen will discuss how eating disorders can impact a person with diabetes as well as some tips and encouragement that healing is possible. Click here for a transcript of this episode.…

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Episode 6 - Eating Disorders and College 29:49

2+ y ago29:49

29:49

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by licensed marriage and family therapist Megan Tarmann. Megan currently works at Carleton College. Karen and Megan discuss eating disorders on college campuses as well as tips for how family and friends can support their loved ones. Click here for a transcript of this episode.…

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Episode 5 - Eating Disorders and the Pandemic 31:55

2+ y ago31:55

31:55

On this episode, Karen is joined by Dr. Karen Boortz. For many of us, the pandemic has been full of challenges. We were isolated. We lost our consistent routines and our lives essentially changed overnight. But for those suffering from an eating disorder- this time has been even more difficult. On this episode, we’ll talk about some of the challeng…

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Episode 3 - The Impact of Eating Disorders on Children and Teens 32:28

2+ y ago32:28

32:28

On this episode, Karen is joined by Dr. Linsey Utzinger, a clinical psychologist and specialist on eating disorders and children at Melrose. This episode will focus on how eating disorders can show up in children and teens as well as the important role that parents and guardians play in the recovery of their children. Click here for a transcript of…

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Episode 2 - Eating Disorders and the Holidays 37:10

2+ y ago37:10

37:10

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by George Elliott, a registered dietitian at Melrose. The holidays can be a difficult time of year for anybody but for those recovering from an Eating Disorder, this time of year can be incredibly volatile-- with constant stress, triggers, and expectations. Together, Karen and George share their expertise…

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