Choose Goals that Expand Your Life, Not Shrink Your Body
As we step into a new year, the messaging is everywhere: "New year, new you!" Weight loss ads flood our feeds, gym memberships go on sale, and diet culture tells us that January 1st is the perfect time to "fix" our bodies.
But what if our bodies aren’t broken?
As a therapist specializing in eating disorders and body image, I want to invite you to reconsider what New Year's resolutions mean to you. Rather than the all-or-nothing nature of a resolution, we can set goals that are meaningful and sustainable.
5 Tools to Manage Your Emotions and Set Boundaries This Holiday Season
The holiday season brings joy, connection, and sometimes stress when gathering with family. Old dynamics can resurface, expectations run high, and we might find ourselves feeling overwhelmed or reactive.
The good news? You have more control than you think. These five practical tools will help you navigate family gatherings with greater calm, clarity, and confidence.
Setting Boundaries Around Food and Body Talk This Thanksgiving
As a food-centered holiday, Thanksgiving can be one of the most challenging times of year when it comes to navigating conversations about food, weight, and bodies. Whether you're in recovery from an eating disorder, working on improving your relationship with food, or simply trying to honor your body's needs, the holiday table can feel threatening to the progress you’ve made.
What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session (and How to Make It Successful)
Wondering what actually happens in your first therapy session? This guide demystifies the intake process, explains what we'll talk about, and helps you understand your active role in therapy. Learn how to prepare, what questions to ask, and why the first session is about building a collaborative relationship—not having all the answers.
Ready to take the first step? Schedule in Los Angeles—in person or via telehealth.
What Does Normal Eating Actually Look Like?
In today’s world of diet culture and ‘What I Eat in a Day’ videos, it can feel confusing and overwhelming to know what it means to eat normally. Often, we learn what disordered eating looks like, but rarely do we discuss what a positive relationship with food actually involves.
Turning Towards: How Small Moments Have Lasting Relational Impacts
How Small Moments Have Lasting Relational Impacts.