For many people, the holiday season can be a time of joy and celebration. Seeing family and friends, taking time off work, and engaging in various holiday traditions can be exciting. At the same time, the holiday season can bring up feelings of stress and…

*Trigger Warning: Diet culture, disordered eating* Diet culture is ubiquitous, and around the winter holidays, it seems especially prevalent. It can be easy to get caught up in its messaging regardless of whether you have an eating disorder. The holidays are supposed to be joyful,…

Medical Gaslighting is when a healthcare provider dismisses your complaints or concerns; They don’t seem to take you seriously or they may blame your symptoms on vague causes, such as stress. Though medical gaslighting may not always be intentional, it can cause a misdiagnosis or…

What is mindfulness?  It may seem like you are hearing the word “mindfulness” thrown around in various contexts, but what does it really mean? Mindfulness refers to being aware of the present moment, including noticing thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations when they occur. Mindfulness includes…

Addiction impacts countless individuals nationwide. As of 2020 in the United States, approximately 50% of individuals age 12 and older reported having tried illicit drugs at least once, and roughly 20 million people reported having struggled with addiction. These numbers are alarming and on the…

For folks recovering from disordered eating or an eating disorder, a support system can be extremely impactful to recovery. If your loved one has an eating disorder you may be part of their support system. Treatment is only one part of recovery, but most people…