Eating Disorders
Feeling like a failure in Eating Disorder Recovery? That may be a good sign
What Learning Spanish Taught Me About Not Giving Up—and How That Lesson Applies to Eating Disorder Recovery After practicing Spanish for 20 years without coming remotely close to correctly pronouncing “erre,” I FINALLY rolled my “R.” It was a shocking & thrilling moment when the sound came out smoothly,— the feeling more like a cat…
Read MorePerfectionism is killing your vibe.
“Embrace vulnerability so that you can be set free from fear.” — Kemi Sogunle Perfectionism is a self-destructive (and addictive) belief system that we adopt out of a desire for protection from pain. The thoughts that construct a perfectionistic mindset are founded on the belief that if we just act perfect enough, if we just…
Read MoreRebellion as a Key Tool in Recovery: An Interview by The Eating Disorder Journal With Haley Schiek
Weighing in on Eating Disorder Issues: Rebellion as a Key Tool in Recovery by Haley Schiek The Eating Disorder Journal (November 2024, Vol. 25, Issue 11, No. 220) As Jiddu Krishnamurti, the Indian philosopher, declared, “It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society.” It is my job as…
Read MoreProvider Perspectives: Unpacking Trends in Ozempic Use & Abuse in Individuals with Eating Disorders with Winter Groeschl
In an effort to better understand the current landscape of GLP1 use & abuse, we caught up with Winter Groeschl, LPC. Winter is a Licensed Professional Counselor who passionately supports individuals that may be struggling with mental health challenges including eating disorders. Here is what Winter has to say about the issue of GLP1 use…
Read MoreJoining the Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders: A New Chapter in Healing & Advocacy for Haley Schiek
As an eating disorder recovery coach and advocate for holistic wellness, joining the Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders (CRC for ED) is a significant milestone in my journey. The CRC for ED is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing resources, support, and advocacy for those affected by eating disorders. It’s an honor to be…
Read MoreFREE Webinar: Cannabis & Disordered Eating
Free Webinar: Cannabis & Disordered Eating! ????????️ Are you curious about the connection between cannabis and eating disorders? Join us on July 30, 2024, from 6:00 – 6:45 PM EST for a special webinar where owner & recovery coach, Haley Schiek, CPC, E-CYT 250 present the latest research and shares her personal and professional experiences…
Read MoreList of Eating Disorder Professionals and Treatment Options
List of Eating Disorder Professionals and Treatment Options Eating Disorder Therapists: Training and Degree: Licensed therapists with specialized training in eating disorders, holding degrees such as Master’s or Doctorate in Psychology or Counseling. Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family-Based Treatment (FBT). Example: Jennifer Higley, owner of Wildflower Center for Counseling in…
Read MoreSupporting Clients with Eating Disorders Who Don’t Want to Recover
Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Coaching: Supporting Clients with Eating Disorders Who Don’t Want to Recover As coaches, we often find ourselves facing ethical dilemmas that require careful consideration and sensitivity. One such challenge arises when working with clients who have eating disorders but express a reluctance or lack of desire to recover, or who even…
Read MoreOnline Eating Disorder Recovery Support Group
When: 8:15p – 9:15p EST, last Thursday of every month Where: Zoom What: An online eating disorder recovery support group designed to improve one’s relationship with food, body, and Self. Register using the link below to join a community of individuals striving for mental, physical, and spiritual wellness. Cost: FREE Who: Everyone is welcome! SIGN UP…
Read MoreHomemade Dairy Queen Ice Cream Cake Recipe
Cake does not have to be reserved just for birthday parties and celebrations. I made this Dairy Queen ice cream cake for no reason and found that doing so actually provided me with new insight into aspects of my relationship with food & Self that still needed healing. Three things I learned in my eating…
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