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In this premiere episode of "The God Hook," host Carol Costello introduces the chilling story of Richard Beasley, infamously known as the Ohio Craigslist Killer. In previously unreleased jailhouse recordings, Beasley portrays himself as a devout Christian, concealing his manipulative and predatory behavior. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Beasley's deceitfulness extends beyond the victims he buried in shallow graves. Listen to the preview of a bonus conversation between Carol and Emily available after the episode. Additional info at carolcostellopresents.com . Do you have questions about this series? Submit them for future Q&A episodes . Subscribe to our YouTube channel to see additional videos, photos, and conversations. For early and ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content, subscribe to the podcast via Supporting Cast or Apple Podcasts. EPISODE CREDITS Host - Carol Costello Co-Host - Emily Pelphrey Producer - Chris Aiola Sound Design & Mixing - Lochlainn Harte Mixing Supervisor - Sean Rule-Hoffman Production Director - Brigid Coyne Executive Producer - Gerardo Orlando Original Music - Timothy Law Snyder SPECIAL THANKS Kevin Huffman Zoe Louisa Lewis GUESTS Doug Oplinger - Former Managing Editor of the Akron Beacon Journal Volkan Topalli - Professor of Criminal Justice and Criminology Amir Hussain - Professor of Theological Studies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://evergreenpodcasts.supportingcast.fm…
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Eating Disorders are complex and challenging to navigate, whether you are a sufferer, professional or family / loved one of a sufferer. Join Peer Recovery Specialist Coach, Kirsten Hunneyball as she gets curious about recovery by interviewing professionals, chatting to ED survivors, and sharing her experience so that you can better understand various perspectives, remove stigma, hear inspiring testimonies and get curious about all things eating disorder related. Not meant as a replacement for any ED treatment. Apply as a guest: https://z22naxiohay.typeform.com/to/pfVYC1J0
Content provided by Kirsten Hunneyball. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Kirsten Hunneyball or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
Eating Disorders are complex and challenging to navigate, whether you are a sufferer, professional or family / loved one of a sufferer. Join Peer Recovery Specialist Coach, Kirsten Hunneyball as she gets curious about recovery by interviewing professionals, chatting to ED survivors, and sharing her experience so that you can better understand various perspectives, remove stigma, hear inspiring testimonies and get curious about all things eating disorder related. Not meant as a replacement for any ED treatment. Apply as a guest: https://z22naxiohay.typeform.com/to/pfVYC1J0
Erica Meline is a mental health advocate and public speaker. Diagnosed with an eating disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and OCD, Erica has spent much of her life feeling like she was broken. Following a suicide attempt in 2022, Erica made the decision to turn her life around and set out on a long journey to recovery. Though the journey is far from over, Erica has been able to finally reach a point in her life where hope has returned, and she now tries to instill that hope in others. Today, Erica aims to help people with struggles similar to her own by sharing her story. She has spoken publicly about her mental health journey at middle schools and high schools, as well as podcasts. Additionally, Erica has begun serving on the junior board for the Starting Point of New Jersey, a nonprofit education and referral resource for mental health. For Erica, though, advocacy is all about incorporating mental health awareness into her everyday life by being open about her struggles and encouraging others to do the same without shame. Through her vulnerability and advocacy, Erica’s main goals are to de-stigmatize mental health, increase accessibility to mental health education, and show people that they are never alone. Resources: https://startingpoint.org/ https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/ 1. LifeLine South Africa National Counseling Line: 0861 322 322 Website: lifelinesa.co.za 2. South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) Helpline: 0800 567 567 Website: sadag.org 3. Mental Health Information Centre of Southern Africa Website: mentalhealthsa.org.za 4. HEAL SA Focuses on mental health support, particularly for Black women and youth, offering individual services and support groups. Website: heal-sa.org.za 5. National Department of Health – Mental Health Information Mental Health Information Line: 0800 567 567 Website: health.gov.za/mental-health/ 6. NPOwer Mental Health Support Helpline: 0800 515 515 Website: npowersa.org 7. Eating & Body Image Helplines Stop Gender Violence Helpline: 0800 150 150 South African Federation For Mental Health Helpline: 011 781 1852 Website: findahelpline.com…
In this episode I speak with author and recovery warrior, Alle C. Hall who identifies as a person in recovery for 35 years from codependency, bulimia, alcoholism, and sexual anorexia. Her lived experience is shared through her work as an author, speaker, and writing instructor who focuses on the joy and creativity resulting from trauma recovery. Alle’s debut novel, As Far as You Can Go Before You Have to Come Back, has been honoured fifteen times; including 1st place in The National League of American Pen Women’s Mary Kennedy Eastham Prize for an excerpt, and most recently: finalist for The Nancy Pearl Book Award (winner announced 9/21/24). Alle (pronounced “alley”) started her external, as well as internal journey when in 1988, with a whopping $1,000 and one year of Japanese language study crammed into three months—though no housing or job lined up—Alle moved herself to Tokyo. She there for three years, teaching English and writing for Tokyo City Life News . Her first assignment was to cover the capitol’s Tai chi scene. She backpacked through Hong Kong, The Philippines, Indonesia, and Thailand, where she immersed herself in Tai chi on Koh Phangan, the island that plays a critical role in As Far as You Can Go Before You Have to Come Back. With Tai chi enriching her recovery, Alle was able to face the abuse that characterised her childhood: physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and sexual. Returning Stateside, Alle wrote for The Seattle Times , Seattle Weekly , and was a contributing writer at The Stranger . Her short stories and essays appeared in journals including Dale Peck’s Evergreen Review, Tupelo Quarterly, New World Writing, Litro , Creative Nonfiction, and Another Chicago . She continues to live in Seattle with her husband and their two shining sons, with some subset of whom she has traveled to Japan, Bali, Vietnam, Laos, Taiwan, and Shanghai. About As Far as You Can Go Before You Have to Come Back Alle’s fiction debut, As Far as You Can Go Before You Have to Come Back (Black Rose Writing, March, 2023) is a-girl-and-her-backpack story with 12-Step recovery framed as a Tai chi practice: Carlie is an incest survivor. As a teen, she steals ten thousand dollars and runs away to Asia. Falling in with an international crew of tai chi-practicing backpackers, Carlie uses a Tai chi her practice to find the self-respect stripped from her as a child and the healthy sexuality she desires. Purchase her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Far-Before-Have-Come-Back/dp/1685131476…
Today I speak to fellow South African, Educational Psychologist and Eating Disorder Advocate, Lucy Hathorn. Lucy shares with us her personal experience with anorexia and neurodivergence, and her mission in mental health advocacy. Lucy is passionate about helping others navigate recovery, particularly addressing eating disorders in South Africa, where they are often overlooked and runs a successful Instagram account (@lovelucyclaire) to raise awareness about eating disorders and connect with those in recovery. In this episode Lucy speaks to us about the impact of a parent's relationship with food and how this can unknowingly significantly impact children's perceptions of food and their bodies as diet culture deeply affects generations, with parents often unaware of their disordered eating behaviours. She urges parents to model a positive relationship with food and create a sense of safety for their children around eating as a preventative measure for the onset of disordered eating. Lucy acknowledges that addressing disordered eating in children is complex, as it involves family systems. Effective support includes developing coping skills in children, providing parental guidance, and addressing systemic family dynamics. Family therapy and parental education are also critical tools. Lucy also highlights the strong link between eating disorders and neurodivergence, particularly in girls and women with ADHD or autism. Girls often mask neurodivergent tendencies, and food becomes a coping mechanism. Emerging global practices include mandatory neurodivergence screenings for eating disorder patients. Key Takeaways: - Eating disorders require a holistic approach, considering biopsychosocial factors. - Greater research and awareness are needed on neurocognitive links to eating disorders. - Advocates for early intervention to reduce the prevalence of these issues. You can follow Lucy on her Instagram account: @lovelucyclaire or contact her at So sorry for the delay 🌸. You can also provide my email address Lucy.edpsychologist@gmail.com to get in touch.…
In this episode, we sit down with Angel Sipp , a licensed independent social worker and therapist who specializes in eating disorders, ADHD, autism, and body image . With personal experience as a neurodivergent individual, Angel brings a unique perspective to her work at Keller Counseling and Associates in Columbus, Ohio. We explore the complex relationship between ADHD and eating disorders , discussing the roles of executive functioning challenges , masking , shame , and external validation . Angel shares her insights on how movement and sensory stimulation can both help and hinder recovery, especially in neurodivergent individuals, and advocates for personalized, holistic approaches in treatment. If you’re interested in understanding how neurodivergence and eating disorders overlap, and how to create supportive, compassionate treatment plans, this conversation is a must-listen. Key Takeaways : The importance of holistic treatment for ADHD and eating disorders. Understanding how shame and guilt impact neurodivergent individuals. Why movement and sensory regulation are crucial in managing ADHD and eating disorders. Building trust and personalising treatment to support long-term recovery. Tune in to learn how Angel’s personal experiences with ADHD inform her work and how we can better support neurodivergent individuals on their journey to recovery. Links : Follow Angel Sipp’s work at Keller Counseling and Associates: https://kellercounseling.org/angel-bio…
In this episode, we dive into the complex emotions and processes that come with recovering from an eating disorder, focusing on the grieving stages that often surface during this journey. Key Topics: Understanding Grief in Recovery : We explore how the stages of grief (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance) play a significant role in the recovery process. Recognising these emotions as normal helps create space for healing. The Importance of External Support : External support is essential when dealing with overwhelming emotions. We discuss how reaching out to others and showing self-compassion can ease the recovery journey. Body Grief : Physical changes during recovery can be distressing. We discuss grieving the loss of body rigidity and how it’s a necessary step to finding peace with your new body. Finding Healthy Coping Mechanisms : Replacing disordered behaviors with healthier coping strategies is crucial. From journaling to yoga and creative outlets, we discuss different ways to process emotions without resorting to harmful behaviours. Embracing Freedom and Imperfection : The ultimate goal in recovery is acceptance, both of imperfections and of a new, more authentic relationship with your body and soul. We reflect on the peace and freedom that come with this acceptance. Listen for Insights On: The stages of grief in eating disorder recovery How to cope with the emotional challenges of recovery Finding new comfort in healthier habits and support systems The emotional process of body changes and acceptance Shifting focus from body perfection to soul-centered freedom Follow & Connect: Instagram: @curiousaboutrecovery – Stay updated on upcoming episodes and explore past content. Instagram: @kirstenhunneyball – Find inspiration for your recovery journey. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with others who might benefit. We'd love to hear your thoughts, so feel free to reach out with questions or suggestions for future episodes!…
Today, I explore the Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework and its profound impact on healing from eating disorders with IFS Therapist, Celia Clark. IFS sees individuals as composed of various parts or sub-personalities, each with its own thoughts, beliefs, and behaviours. We discuss how these parts develop early in life, influenced by interactions with caregivers. Understanding when certain parts are activated and addressing their underlying needs is crucial. We highlight four core parts involved in eating disorders: restriction, binge eating, purging, and body checking, each serving a distinct role as well as the concept of the Internal Loving Parent (ILP), a compassionate and wise aspect within us. Connecting with the ILP fosters self-compassion and creates a safe space for exploration and healing. Nurturing a compassionate relationship with oneself is vital, acknowledging inner parts that yearn for connection. Traditional treatments often overlook relational wounds; true healing comes from fostering internal connections. IFS offers a transformative framework for understanding and healing from eating disorders. By fostering self-awareness, compassion, and connection with inner wisdom, individuals embark on a journey of recovery. Join us in recognising and nurturing the profound connections within ourselves for a holistic approach to healing from within. Find Celia and her work at https://www.celiaclark.online/…
In this episode, Lauren Elise Peterson, a board certified dance/movement therapist and body image coach, joins the conversation to explore the transformative power of movement in healing and recovery, particularly for individuals struggling with eating disorders. Lauren has been passionate about eating disorder and trauma recovery for over 20 years and loves to help people feel better in their own skin through using recovery-friendly movement practices. This epsiode emphasizes the importance of listening to the body as a means of understanding and processing emotions, highlighting the bottom-up approach in therapy. The conversation delves into Polyvagal Theory and the significance of sensory inputs in cultivating a sense of safety within one's body, insights into the complexities of using movement as a tool for emotional processing, exploring bodily experiences without judgment, and practical insights into initiating a healthy relationship with movement. Lauren emphasizes the importance of patience and self-compassion in this journey towards embodied practices. Listeners are invited to connect with Lauren Elise Peterson via her website and social media channels to explore her work further and stay updated on her upcoming projects, including her forthcoming book on using movement to heal the relationship with one's body. If you'd like to stay in touch with Lauren on social media, she's on Instagram and TikTok at @laurenelisepeterson and Facebook as Lauren Elise Peterson. Lauren's website is www.laurenelisepeterson.com and you're welcome to join her email list here to stay tuned about her upcoming events and book! https://lauren-higgins.us4.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=14fd23a0d6af15e61c30fb380&id=4528c272b6…
In this episode I interview Cynthia Price, the Senior Director of the Center for Mindful Body Awareness (CMBT) and a leading researcher in the field of Mindful Awareness in Body-oriented Therapy (MABT). The discussion revolves around MABT, its applications, and its potential benefits, particularly in the context of disordered eating. The first part of the podcast covers the basics of MABT, highlighting its emphasis on interoceptive awareness, body connection, and sustained attention to internal experiences. Cynthia explains the unique aspects of MABT, distinguishing it from other mindfulness approaches and highlighting its focus on integrating physiological and sensory processing. The conversation then delves deeper into personal practices and experiences related to MABT. Cynthia shares her own practices, such as yoga and the MABT practice on herself, emphasizing the importance of both formal and informal ways to check in with the body. I also share my experience with a daily pose, Tadasana, and how it has increased my awareness of the body's response to emotional states. The discussion concludes with insights into the potential application of MABT in the context of disordered eating, with a focus on developing awareness and embodiment. Cynthia highlights the need for more research in this area and encourages individuals to explore this approach as a means of fostering a positive connection with their bodies. You can find Cynthia on the CMBT website: https://www.cmbaware.org/…
In this episode, licensed therapist Nicole M. D'Aoust, AMFT shares her expertise at the intersection of eating disorders and sexuality. With an M.A. in Clinical Psychology, emphasizing Marriage and Family Therapy, Nicole draws on her diverse experience, including interning at the VA with women veterans who've faced sexual trauma. We explore the intricate web of influences on sexuality, touching on media, medical, and moral factors. She discusses the concept of pleasure rituals, emphasizing the need to break sex stigma and expand our understanding of sexuality beyond mere behavior. The episode delves into four distinct types of intimacy and the pillars shaping our sexual experiences. Nicole sheds light on the role of attachment in sexual health, drawing from her work with sexual trauma survivors at the VA. Beyond the professional realm, Nicole shares her passion for equine therapy and highlights the natural connection between eating and sexuality. As a firm believer in everyone's potential for recovery from eating disorders, Nicole emphasizes the importance of therapeutic bonds that inspire self-trust and self-confidence. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that navigates the complexities of eating disorders and sexuality, offering a holistic perspective on mental and sexual well-being. You can find Nicole on her website www.soulfullcollective.org or email her nicolemdaoust@gmail.com…
Today I chat to Jessie Huebner about the importance of collaboration in Eating Disorder Recovery. Eating disorders are complex illnesses that need a holistic approach. Often we need an entire team of professionals working together to help those who suffer with this illness. This means that often a recovery journey can involve people like dieticians, coaches, therapists, psychiatrists, spiritual healers, family counsellors, doctors, and more. We also know that eating disorders are no “one-size-fits-all” matter, and the world of ED recovery is constantly evolving. This is why it’s important for professionals to work together and to learn from each other along the way. In today’s episode I chat to Jessie Huebner, LMHC, LPC, CEDS-C, QS, CEO/founder of Restored Purpose Counseling Services, about topics such as her experience in different levels of care, a holistic approach to ED recovery, Community in EDs, what healing looks like for different clients, treating the whole person, creating a group practice specific to treating EDs, family partnerships with clients of an ED, collaborating with other professionals, HAES approaches to recovery, and her involvement with the International Association for Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP). Jessie also provides business coaching for clinicians growing their private practices and looking to scale beyond solo practice. You can find Jessie at www.jessiehuebner.com Or on Instagram as @jess_heubner…
Too many people avoid seeking medical or therapeutic help because of existing weight stigma in the health industry. This means thousands of people don’t get the help that they need for very real, and even life-threatening illnesses like an eating disorder. In today’s episode I speak to Emily Andersen, Marriage and Family Therapist from PsychED Recovery, who serves as a holistic and healthy model of what it is like to be a provider in a larger body. Emily’s mission is to create a safe, inclusive, accessible space for all clients of all identities and body types to heal from the underlying causes of their eating disorder. Her goal is to empower clients to embrace their bodies and radically and unapologetically take up space in the world. Within that same sentiment, she aspires to model for her clients that recovery is possible through her own lived experience as someone who has overcome their eating disorder in a larger body and she teaches her clients how to advocate for themselves with medical professionals in a world of weight stigma, fat bias, and diet culture. Today we explore Emily’s personal experience and professional insight into the world of disordered eating and advocacy for inclusive treatment for all. You can find her at www.psyched-recovery.com or on Instagram at @psyched.recovery #weightstigma #inclusivity #psychoeducation #fatbias #fatphobia #eatingdisorder #recoverypodcast #antidiet #weightinclusive #diversity #podcast…
Navigating a changing body, whether it’s through eating disorder recovery or for any other reason, can be really challenging. Learning to trust your body is a process which often comes with trial and error, moments of joy, and grief. Coming back home to your body includes building relationship to it, which doesn’t always feel easy. In fact diet culture tells us we can’t trust our bodies! But this is not how we were born. We were born with the intuitive ability to trust our bodies, yet conditioning from systemic influences or personal experiences can lead you to “unlearn” how to do this effectively. In this episode, I speak to Aaron Flores about learning to trust the body, the process of going through body grief, and how one might use metaphors (like using the story of Star Wars) to grasp complex ideas in recovery from disordered eating. Aaron is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Certified Body Trust® provider with a private practice in Calabasas, CA. Aaron uses Intuitive Eating, Health at Every Size®, and Body Trust® as the framework to help individuals develop a more compassionate, non-judgmental approach to food and their body. In addition to his individual work with clients, he is also a podcaster. His two shows are Men Unscripted and, Dietitians Unplugged . We also touch on the experience of being a person who identifies as male in recovery, and Aaron’s safe space for men to anonymously share their body stories on his podcast, Men Unscripted Aaron will also be speaking at Project HEAL and EDRD Pro’s event called “InformED” h ttps://www.theprojectheal.org/2023-informed-forum which is a virtual event that will be held on October 20th 2023 at 10:30am - 4pm ET on ‘The Medical Landscape: Ozempic and the Renewed Rise of “Thin at Any Cost”’ Find Aaron here: @aaronfloresrdn…
In this episode, we delve into the complexities of eating disorders and the crucial role of understanding the body-brain connection in the recovery process. We emphasize why this understanding is essential for both professionals and individuals struggling with eating disorders. Eating disorders can be challenging to overcome due to their multifaceted nature. They not only affect one's relationship with food but also disrupt the integration of self, leading to distorted self-image. Exploring the neurobiology of eating disorders, including the effects of malnutrition, is crucial in developing more effective treatment approaches. The brain's ability to change and adapt, known as neuroplasticity, plays a vital role in recovery. We look at various mind-body interventions which involve working with the brain and nervous system to improve health or treat conditions. We look at techniques like mindfulness, EMDR, The Feldenkrais Method, and yoga which can aid in recovery by reducing stress, improving emotional regulation, enhancing body image, addressing trauma-related aspects of eating disorders, promote relaxation, reduce stress hormones, and positively affect brain function. This episode highlights the significance of considering both the neurobiological and psychological aspects of eating disorders and offers insights into various interventions that can support individuals on their journey to recovery. Understanding the intricate relationship between the brain and disordered eating behaviors is essential for more effective treatment approaches and reducing the stigma associated with eating disorders. Disclaimer: This episode does not aim to diagnose, cure, or treat eating disorders or any mental health condition. Please seek professional help if you are struggling.…
Dietitian, Intuitive Eating Counselor, Food Therapist, and Body Image Coach living in a small, rural town in Georgia. Today she shares her journey, and why she chose to work in the field of nutrition and body image. We highlight the prevalence of disordered eating numbers in college students. You can find a study done by NEDA in 2013 here: https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/sites/default/files/CollegeSurvey/CollegiateSurveyProject.pdf We also talk about some of the challenges Courtney faced in her own food and body wellness journey, and the tools she used to support her along the way. We touch on the importance of raising anti-diet kids and discuss her other passion, design and being a creative. On top of her business, Vickery Wellness (A nutrition private practice based out of Athens, GA specializing in Intuitive Eating and eating disorder recovery through a non-diet, weight-inclusive approach.) she also runs a business called Declet Designs, aimed at helping weight inclusive private practices get more clients through branding, web design, SEO, and more. Courtney is currently seeing clients virtually throughout Georgia, New York, Vermont, Connecticut, Utah, Washington, Colorado, California. Vickery Wellness is a welcoming and inclusive space for all people regardless of their race, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or national origin. You can find her at www.vickerywellness.com or https://decletdesigns.com/ Follow her on Instagram at @vickerywellness or @decletdesigns If you have a story (personal or professional) to share, or interesting insights into disordered eating treatment modalities, research or information, please contact me to apply as a guest on the show! @curiousaboutrecovery or @kirstenhuneyball…
Today I speak with Charlotte Cummings, who currently works as a Recovery Coach at Monte Nido - which you can find out more about here: https://www.montenido.com/ She touches on her personal story through anorexia, the traumatic experiences she endured in treatment, and her Borderline Personality Disorder diagnosis. We talk about the importance of catching an eating disorder early, and what parents need to be aware of - checking in to see whether they are unknowingly encouraging disordered eating behaviour. We discuss the feelings of guilt that come up when trying to recover from anorexia and speak about her experience with various treatment modalities and tools that she has found useful in her anorexia recovery, including music, creative expression, pets, and EMDR, and her experience as a recovery coach in a treatment centre, seeing how her journey has equipped her with the ability to help others. We end off with some interesting insights into the gaps Charlotte has noticed within the treatment process, which are incredible concepts for professionals to reflect on. You can follow Charlotte and her recovery journey on Instagram: @char_lives44 https://www.instagram.com/char_lives44/ If you have a recovery story you would like to share, please get in touch with me via my website: www.kirstenhunneyball.co.za OR via my Instagram @kirstenhunneyball or @curiousaboutrecovery https://www.instagram.com/kirstenhunneyball/ https://www.instagram.com/curiousaboutrecovery/ PS If you struggle with Gut Health Issues and are looking for a really great Probiotic, consider Rawbiotics - a brand I have been using for 6 years! Get your products here: https://www.rawbiotics.co.za/?sca_ref=3947322.Xy5xg1deW2…
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In this episode I invite Dr Susan Perkins, licensed marriage, and family therapist, for the second time onto the show. In our first meeting together, we discussed the role of family based therapy and how it fits into the process of eating disorder recovery, for both adolescents and adults. We explored the many misunderstandings, frustrations, and challenges that both the suffering eating disordered individual and their families undergo. After we met, we had a lovely discussion about doing an experimental episode where we flip the script a bit in that Dr Susan interviews me (Kirsten, your host) about the role my family played in my eating disorder recovery journey. Through a series of questions, we explore my perspectives on my individual family roles in early recovery, what challenges we faced as a family, what I might have done differently, or what I might have needed from my family at the time of early recovery, my treatment process and a bit about the relational influences on my eating disorder throughout the years. Here we explore early childhood friendships, bullying, toxic vs. non-toxic relationships, work relationships, and what my healed relationships look like today. We highlight the importance of supportive relationships in the recovery journey, and how healing the system of the family can often be the most beneficial element of a person’s recovery, wherever this may be possible. We understand that not every person in recovery will be able to heal familial or romantic relationships, but that does not mean that recovery is out of reach for these people. We also hope to offer some kind of insight to family members and individuals currently navigating eating disorder recovery, so that they might become aware of ways that they can support themselves or their loved ones. You can find part one of this conversation here: https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/q3B1LoyRrBb You can find Dr Susan at www.cardinalpointstherapy.com – she is licensed in the states of North Carolina, Michigan, and Idaho, meaning I can provide in-person or teletherapy to NC residents and teletherapy to Michigan and Idaho residents.…
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Diet culture is pervasive. What it teaches, is problematic. Those that have tried it again and again, end up with a predictable set of behaviours and attitudes about food and their bodies. If the following list describes you, you may be one of them: It seems as if I am always on diet I lose weight, only to gain it again I am preoccupied with the desire to be thinner I feel guilty when I eat “illegal” foods I have a closet full of clothes in different sizes I have lost touch with my natural hunger signals I fluctuate between periods of sensible, nutritious eating and out of control eating I think about burning kilojoules when I exercise I am at war with my body You do not have to be at war with your body to be healthy. In this episode I speak with Maya Naumann, RD and member of Non-Diet South Africa on her experience with disordered eating, diet culture and being at war with her body, even through her own dietetics practise. We look at what it means to be a dieter vs. a non-dieter, how you can learn to trust your body's intuitive human element in eating practises, the flaws in the biomedical model taught in dietetics studies, assessing the root of your diet culture beliefs, and Anita Johnston's four areas for eating disorder recovery. Maya is qualified with a Bsc (Medical Honours) in Dietetics from Stellenbosch university in 2000. Her dietetics degree gave her a good, thorough clinical understanding of nutrition and the human body...nevertheless, she left university with a painful, shameful VERY secret, borderline eating disorder. She had a fearful, obsessive relationship with her body and with food. After endless researching on how to be free of this disorder she learnt how to nourish herself and her body in a life-giving, peaceful, free, joyful, abundant, celebratory way. She now helps people realise that they do not have to be at war with their bodies to be healthy. You can find Maya at https://www.mayanaumann.com or on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/mayanaumanndietitian PS If you are struggling with Gut Health issues in your recovery from disordered eating - head on over to https://www.rawbiotics.co.za/?sca_ref=3947322.Xy5xg1deW2 to browse gut health probiotic support.…
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Resolving trauma and cultivating internal healing through talk therapy can do wonders for any mental health journey. But what about those challenges that we just can’t seem to get past? There are things going on beyond the conscious thinking mind that could be at play in keeping us stuck. Today I interview Paige Frisone, an integrative and sensory practitioner, writer, creator, educator, and speaker dedicated to helping others transform their innate wisdom into soul-powered living. She helps you access your subconscious mind, the 95% that exists beyond our conscious thinking mind. This is an intricate and elaborate way to process emotions, which requires us to communicate with the invisible part of the brain, and helps us create sustainable healing and deal with root causes to our mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual selves. This is not a process that combines a bit of everything – it is a comprehensive and scientific hybrid that combines ancient wisdom with modern science in a different and unique way. It gives me great pleasure to share today’s episode as Paige gets vulnerable by sharing her experience with an eating disorder and mental health issues as well as how combining elements from traditional western, and ancient eastern modalities can help us truly recover ourselves in any healing journey. She also takes us through a practical tool that you can use to start your subconscious healing today – listen to find out more! You can find Paige at www.innerrealmwellness.life or on Instagram @innerrealmwellness In the episode Paige mention’s Rumi’s poem “The Guest House” Which you can read here: https://www.therecoveryplace.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/The-Guest-House.pdf If you enjoyed this episode, please give it a like and share, and head onto my social pages to give me some love! @curiousaboutrecovery and @kirstenhunneyball or you can visit my website at www.kirstenhunneyball.co.za…
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Eating disorders affect hundreds of thousands of people around the world, yet most people still hold the stigma that they largely only affect smaller bodied, caucasian, cis-gender females. This stigma is seen across the board in treatment centres, medical practises, and societies. For this reason, people who do not fit this typical mould often face harsh and even life-threatening challenges when trying to find safe and inclusive spaces for recovery from their disordered eating. In this episode I speak to Kevin (they/them) about some of these challenges. I acknowledge that I ask these questions from a privileged perspective. I hope that some questions I ask are relatable - as I am sure many have the same questions, but don’t step up to ask. I hope that this episode helps those who fall into the trans+, intersex, and gender diverse populations will recognise my attempt to truly hear what you have to say, and to allow for other professionals, organisations, and individuals to challenge their own stigma, biases, and treatment procedures. Kevin is a disabled, queer artist from Western Massachusetts. Kevin’s art and activism speaks to their lived experience with mental health in an unfiltered way. They exhibit a passionate effort toward making the world a more accessible place for everyone. And their lifelong struggle with things like ARFID, chronic illness, etc fuels this passion. When they’re not, painting, sculpting, making or building something, they enjoy being at the Nubble Lighthouse, hanging with their cats Tucker and Potato, cooking and getting lost in the woods. FEDUP is a collective of trans+, intersex, and gender diverse people who believe eating disorders in marginalized communities are social justice issues. Our mission is to make visible, interrupt, and undermine the disproportionately high incidence of eating disorders in trans and gender diverse individuals through radical community healing, recovery institution reform, research, empowerment, and education. Find out more or how you can help at www.fedupcollective.org and IG: @fedupcollective…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are largely made up of self-criticism, perfectionism, inability to release control, and fear of vulnerability. Art asks you to challenge every one of those areas fully. That is why Ali Gillett from The Brave Arts, uses her artistic talent and lived experience with an eating disorder (whom she calls “Slug”), to help others navigate their internal fears with curiosity and compassion. Ali holds a BA in Fine Art from RMIT, Melbourne, 2014, a current working with children card, and holds an NDIS workers card. She divides her time between a studio and mural practice as well as portrait commissions. Her company, Brave Arts focuses on taking the mystery out of art making, and in turn allowing the gifts that it provides to be unearthed. In this episode Ali talks to me about how she helps her students navigate emotions, transform anger, and recognise what is within our control and what is not. She teaches us how art teaches can shift you from perfectionism to new perspectives as it requires you to look at your “ugly parts” from a gentle and inquiring space. She also speaks about how art has helped her navigate concepts that used to baffle her such as pride and anger. She speaks about the power of choice and the concept of becoming a wholehearted person, which helped her in her own recovery journey. Ali tells us about her perspective on “eating disorder remission” rather than recovery and how vulnerability can be your greatest tool in your healing. Visit Ali’s website for blog posts, artistic inspiration, and the chance at a scholarship for upcoming workshops: https://www.thebravearts.com/ And find her on Instagram at @brave_arts In the episode, Ali mentions Brene Brown’s Whole hearted person TED talk, which you can find here: https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability/c…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
In today’s episode I speak with Laura Gajda, a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist with a background in Eating Disorders and mental health diagnoses. She specialises in working with adults with Eating Disorders and building sustainability in their recovery. She is not only incredibly passionate about the work of dietetics, but she has a personal history of a loved one with an eating disorder, which feeds into her passion for helping others in a holistic way. She works with her clients to help them build their own sense of autonomy around food and decrease the power that food can have over a client's life. Laura acquired her Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Supervisor (CEDS) certificate earlier this year, which requires extensive training and supervision in Eating Disorder care. She recently become a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Supervisor which means she is able to help train other Dieticians of working within the ED realm. Laura is working on making supervision for Dietitian’s cheaper so that access can be easier to accommodate and started her business NourishOthers, LLC to help new RDs work within the world of mental health and also works with clients in groups and individually. We look at what it means for an EDRD to play a preventative role in the eating disorder recovery journey, navigating the client-professional relationship, and establishing trust in the process of recovering from eating disorders. We look at what role a EDRD plays within the treatment team, and integrating dietetics with CEDS certification. We also touch on the professional support that Laura offers other dieticians in terms of ED education. Stay tuned as Laura has BIG plans for the world of Dietetics and mental healthcare and you can find more information on her website www.NourishOthers.com . or on IG: @nourishothers…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
Getting your period back after experiencing disordered eating is an important part of the recovery process. It can lead to a more fulfilled life & improved overall health. Some people may even fear not being able to conceive and become a mother in recovery because of the damage done to the menstrual cycle over the years. But there is hope! While not every person will fully recover their natural cycle, there are steps you can take to improve those chances. And along the journey you will see how recovering your period is about so much more than simply your vitality. It’s about reconnecting to your body, learning to live in it compassionately, and feeling a sense of wholeness for possibly the first time ever. Today my guest is Cynthia Donovan, a registered dietitian nutritionist that helps women get their periods back. She helps them reverse hypothalamic amenorrhea, restore their health, and regain fertility. Cynthia’s life purpose is to help women find balance with food and exercise. She has over 10 years of experience and founded the Eat to Regain Your Period Program in 2020. She’s helped 100’s of women across the world get their periods and life back. When she’s not serving women with period recovery you can find her having fun with the two loves of her life, her sons, Brian and Brayden. Take a curious dive into topics around the hormonal biochemistry of the menstrual cycle, excessive exercise and food restriction, and their effect on your period, what a healthy period looks like, breaking stigma about the menstrual cycle, and approaching your body compassionately in period and eating disorder recovery. Cynthia also shares with us about how she helps women through her “Eat to Regain your Period Program” and her post recovery community she has created called “The Period Society”. You can find Cynthia using these links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/period.nutritionist/ TikTok: @period.nutritionist Website: www.periodnutritionist.com Apply for Period Recovery Coaching w/Cynthia: https://p.bttr.to/3ybjfOb The Fifth Vital Sign: Master Your Cycles & Optimize Your Fertility by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack: https://www.amazon.com/Fifth-Vital-Sign-Optimize-Fertility/dp/1999428005 Kirsten Hunneyball's website (Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching): www.kirstenhunneyball.co.za Insta: https://www.instagram.com/kirstenhunneyball/…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
Rachel Lewis- Marlow and Annie Goldsmith join me from the Embodied Recovery Institute to talk about the importance of embodiment (for both the individual and the practitioner) in the process of recovery from disordered eating. Embodied Recovery Institute facilitates trainings, consultation, and program development for physical and mental health professionals in EMBODIED RECOVERY for EATING DISORDERS (ERED) – a trauma-informed, relationally oriented, and neurobiologically supported approach to the treatment of eating disorders that weaves modalities and interventions based on the latest research in traumatology, interpersonal neurobiology, and child development. This embodied perspective draws on principles of the Polyvagal Theory, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy®, Sensory Integration, and Body-Mind Centering®. Some topics we explore in today’s episode include the Four Principles of Embodied Recovery for Eating Disorders (ERED), recognising that recovery is an additive process (and how the body physiologically responds to being in a space of defence versus safety/attachment when cultivating lasting behavioural changes), the importance of the practitioner cultivating embodiment in their own lives, using the body as a resource and understanding it’s native language, challenging traditional parameters for what recovery looks like, and cultivating safety as a primary tool for navigating the ability to nourish the body. Rachel has extensive experience as a teacher and presenter, focusing on accessing the body’s unique capacity to give voice to the subconscious and to lay the foundation for healing and maintaining psychological and physical health. She specializes in working with people exploring recovery from trauma, eating disorders, and dissociative disorders. Annie holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Rochester in Brain and Cognitive Sciences and attended Winthrop University for her graduate coursework in human nutrition. She has experience treating eating disorders at the PHP, IOP, and outpatient levels of care. She opened her outpatient group practice, Second Breakfast Nutrition, in 2015. Her practice is rooted in a foundational belief in the inherent worthiness of all bodies. She is passionate about working with clients from a “bottom up” approach, cantering and supporting the wisdom of the body and its innate capacity for healing. You can find out more about ERED and the Embodied Recovery Institute (including upcoming trainings and courses) here: www.embodiedrecovery.org…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
Many people come into treatment for eating disorders and co-occurring mental health concerns and are put onto prescribed medication. Whilst this approach may work, often we see people getting worse, or struggling through trial and error to find the "right" combination. What if there was a way to avoid the back and forth of things not working? What if you could even avoid certain issues being triggered in your treatment process, or avoid certain triggers completely? This is where Wired For Addiction® comes in. Wired For Addiction® specializes in the biological component of mental health and addiction recovery. With over 100 years of combined staff experience in the addiction field and 17 years designated for Research & Development, we have poised ourselves as a global expert in the science of addiction recovery. In today's episode, I speak with WFA's Founder, Dr. Evelyn Higgins. Dr Higgins is a recognized international expert in the science of addiction recovery. As a Certified Addictionologist, Diplomate of the American Board of Disability Analysts specializing in pain management, and Diplomate of the American College of Addictionology and Compulsive Disorders, Dr. Higgins has had the honor of advising the U.S. Surgeon General, producing and hosting a Gracie Award winning nationally syndicated health and wellness radio program, and serving as a 1996 Olympic Team Doctor and Olympic torch bearer. With 35 years in practice, Dr. Higgins has specialized in the clinical application of the neuroscience & epigenetics behind mental health complexities. Recent events include presenting at the 2023 Executive Summit on Addiction Treatment in Waikoloa Beach, Hawaii, honored as a 2022 TEDx Speaker , 2022 International Society of Substance Use Professionals Annual Conference panelist in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, 2022 International Gambling Conference in Auckland, New Zealand speaker, 2021 Nominee for Modern Healthcare’s Top 25 Innovators in Healthcare, 2018 & 2023 Compass Transatlantic speaker, and frequent national media healthcare commentator, Dr.Higgins finds herself at the nexus of epigenetics, neuroscience, and health. Dive into this episode with me, and find out more about what science is doing for the world of mental health. Contact Information: www.WiredForAddiction.com To schedule an appointment: staff@wiredforaddiction.com To contact Dr Higgins: Doctor@WiredForAddiction.com Office: 1-888-841-7099 Link to recent previous speaking engagements Understanding genetic markers of addiction | Evelyn Higgins | TEDxJacksonville - YouTube…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
Meeting a client where they are at is vital to truly creating safety in their eating disorder recovery journey. It is really helpful when the professional you work with has lived experience with their own recovery such as Kathryn Smith, who is passionate about helping individuals improve body image, stop disordered eating behaviours, find peace from emotional eating, and process the negative impact of trauma on weight related challenges. With training in areas such as DBT, Yoga, The Gottman Method, Somatic and Attachment Focused (SAFE) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and the Health at Every Size® (HAES®) and Intuitive Eating curriculum she brings a wealth of knowledge into the realm of disordered eating recovery. In this episode she shares her personal journey with recovery from an eating disorder and what helped her choose the path of helping others through her work. We also chat about the importance of holistically viewing an eating disorder client as recovery is not a one-size-fits-all formula. We talk about some very real concerns for those living in smaller / rural areas and the challenges they have accessing necessary treatment and help in their recovery as well as looking at the role that trauma plays in eating disorder development. You can find her website here: https://www.kathrynlpc.com/ Follow her on Instagram @kathrynlpc And Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KathrynLPC If you have liked this or any other episodes on this podcast, I would really appreciate you showing your support by following my account and sharing it with others! You can find me at www.kirstenhunneyball.co.za and Kirsten Hunneyball Peer Eating Disorder Recovery Coachhttps://www.facebook.com/KathrynLPC…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
In honour of Eating Disorder Awareness Week this year, and in alignment with BEAT’s desire to spread awareness around men in the recovery world, I spoke to Alex Rodriguez, an accredited practicing dietitian and recovery mentor at River Oak Health in Brisbane, Australia. It is not often that we see men in the recovery space and so it was really great to get his perspective and hear about the journey of finding his reasons to recover from anorexia. So often men are overlooked when it comes to disordered eating. There is societal pressure for a man to look a certain way, and we need to create more awareness around the fact that many men struggle in silence because of this. In this episode we talk about how important it is to find your identity outside of your physical appearance, relearning how to have a healthy relationship to food and your body, and finding balance in exercise. We also touch on the RAVES model developed by Shane Jeffreys, and what Alex’s role as a Peer Mentor, Ambassador, and Dietician is within his workplace at River Oak and within the Butterfly Foundation. Alex aims to use his lived experience, passion and empathy to help others pursue their recovery, and is a great inspiration to men out there who need healthy male role models to look up to in their recovery journey. You can find him on Instagram at @arod_dietician where he shares his passion about breaking down eating disorder stigma and stereotypes, and spreading awareness about nutrition misinformation online.…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
If you have ever struggled with poor body image, low self-esteem, disordered eating behaviors, or feelings of being powerless and out of control, there is a strong possibility that you may unknowingly pass these same struggles on to your children. In today’s episode I chat to Dr Christina Stai, Psy. D. about how to navigate yourself and your child through every stage of childhood development – starting with pregnancy, so that this doesn’t happen. Dr Stai is a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner of Holistic Resources LLC in SE Iowa, where she provides therapy and neuropsychological assessments for children, teens, & young adults. Dr. Stai enjoys working in areas of neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism, etc.), trauma and abuse, foster care & adoption, disordered eating, developmental delays, and behavioural and emotional concerns. We chat about and celebrate the 1 year anniversary of her book called “Don’t Pass it On – You Can Break the Cycle” which is designed to empower and equip all you mamas and soon-to-be mamas to break that cycle. Don't Pass It On will help you identify, understand, and navigate your past and present challenges with confidence. It will give you practical tools to better ensure that you don't accidentally perpetuate these same thought patterns in your children. We also explore potential things to look out for when it comes to telling the difference between potentially disordered eating, neurodivergence, or simply “normal kid” stuff when it comes to food and eating in children. You can find out more about Dr Stai and her work through the following links: Self-Published: Holistic Publishing, LLC Where to buy: https://amazon.com/author/dr.christina.stai or https://holistic-publishing.com/ Available as: Paperback, eBook, audiobook—free for those with Kindle Unlimited To celebrate the one year anniversary of Don’t Pass It On, Dr. Stai and Holistic Publishing are running a sweepstakes to give away 5 FREE copies of the audiobook version! Send a DM on Instagram to @dr.christina.stai or @holisticpublishingllc if you are interested in entering! Facebook & Instagram: @holisticpublishingllc Practice: Holistic Resources, LLC Website: https://holisticresourcesclinic.com/ Facebook: @holisticresources Instagram: @holisticresourcesclinic Personal: Dr. Christina Stai, Psy.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist in IA and CA Instagram: @dr.christina.stai…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
Good therapy goes beyond simply teaching skills or delivering a cookie-cutter intervention. Halina Brooke is a licensed associate c ounselor and marriage and family therapist in Arizona who works with those who have felt like “outsiders” or who conventional therapy hasn’t quite gelled for, and with those who are often pushed aside from healthcare because of the complexity of their recovery process. Whether a person is struggling with autism, neurodivergence, minority groups or more, it can make recovery from disordered eating even more challenging to navigate. Halina is here to bring awareness to the fact that there is help for you, even if you feel excluded, even if you have had traumatic or unhelpful therapists in the past. You are not alone. In this episode we explore topics such as healing from “bad therapy”, affirming neurodiversity, inclusivity, brining play into the therapy space, managing panic attacks, and the importance of reaching out in times of distress. She also is passionate about creating community and support for clinicians who also feel like they don’t really “fit the mould” of conventional therapists. You can find her at www.recoursecounseling.com and https://halinabrooke.medium.com/ PS please excuse the poor audio quality on this episode. We had trouble with my usual recording system.…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
After this year's festive season (2022) I found myself in quite a slump. I was really struggling emotionally and could feel eating disordered elements start to creep their way back into my life as a way to try avoid or cope with things that I was suppressing. I know that every person with an eating disorder will, at some point face the same struggles. So, my aim for this episode is firstly to help you understand that you are not alone. Even professionals have slumps or bad days (or weeks), and that it is only when we stop paying attention to our internal state and try to push ourselves down or into a corner, that we lose sight of the bigger vision of our recovery journey. In this episode I highlight 3 important questions you can use to create presence, check in with yourself, and move into recovery solutions. Where am I, How am I, Who am I? Listen to the episode to dive deeper into the meaning and layers each question holds, and why answering them can help you move toward peace (via action and decision making) in your daily life.…
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Curious About Recovery - Diving Into Eating Disorders
Dr Heather Finley is a Registered Dietician and Gut Health Specialist who has helped hundreds of women find relief from digestive issues whilst moving away from restrictive dieting and toward long-lasting relief and balance. In this episode she talks to us about gut health and we look at it from the lens of recovery from disordered eating. She explains a bit about the science behind why restrictive diets don’t work in restoring gut health and how a combination of low secretory IGA, stress and disordered eating can cause food sensitivities and other gut issues. She encourages food adequacy and variety as an essential parts of the gut healing process. We look at the energy equation in gut functioning as a possible factor in feeling really full or uncomfortable when starting to eat adequately and why lowering stress and eating in a calm manner is critical in teaching the gut how to digest food properly again after disordered eating. We also explore other tips for managing lasting relief from chronic gut issues, eating for gut health vs. Orthorexic food obsession and identifying the true source of gut issues. Heather also tells us about her 6 month Gut Together program for people wanting to heal gut issues as well as information about her new book, launching on the 20th of December 2022, called The Happy, healthy Gut Cookbook. Find it here: https://www.guttogetherprogram.com/healthy-happy-gut-cookbook/ You can find out more about her program and new book on her website or find her hanging out on Instagram at @drheatherfinley…
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