Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a therapy modality which was founded in the 1980’s when Dr. Richard Schwartz was working with a client diagnosed with Bulimia. On this episode of All Bodies. All Foods., we are lucky enough to have eating disorder and IFS expert, Dr. Kim Daniels, PsyD (she/her/hers) join us to discuss what IFS is, what it isn’t, what are our parts, what are they not, how IFS supports our loved ones with eating disorders, and how it utilizes confidence, calmness, creativity,...

Did you know that some students have cited their Health Class as the trigger to their eating disorder? Join us for this eye opening episode with Lauren Dorman, registered dietician and founder of the school workshop formerly known as: Students, Don't Diet (newly titled: Schools, Master Food + Mood). Lauren reveals the problematic lessons being taught in classrooms today and explains why the current curriculum promotes disordered eating and body image issues across student populations. Lauren...

PCOS is a complex disorder that affects over 13% of reproductive-aged individuals. In this episode, Ashley and Sam are joined by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and PCOS expert, Angela Grassi, MS, RDN, LDN, of the PCOS Nutrition Center. Angela discusses the interplay providers see and individuals experience between both PCOS and an eating disorder diagnosis. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Angela shares her philosophy on treating PCOS alongside mental health professionals and...

What do you do if your kid says, “I hate my body?” Do you freeze up, question your instincts, and worry you didn’t say or do the “right” thing? You’re definitely not alone and we know someone who can help. Zoë Bisbing (she/her) MSW, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist, speaker, content creator, and director of Body-Positive Therapy NYC and Body-Positive Home. She teaches both parents and professionals how to respond to tough questions and provides practical tools to protect our homes from an...

Dr. Catharine Devlin (she/her/hers), a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Supervisor (CEDS-S), and the owner of Birch Tree Psychotherapy in Chicago dives into the tenets of body liberation, illuminates the power of intuitive movement, and demystifies the co-occurring diagnoses that travel alongside eating disorders, such as OCD and diabetes. This episode is full of rich content and sure to provide education and encouragement to anyone seeking liberation from...

Is it possible to stop over-exercising and have a healthier relationship with movement? Join us for this important conversation with Renfrew’s Residential Clinical Program Manager, Kristen Raspanti, MOT, (she/her) as she specifies the signs of compulsive exercise, explores the healing power of group therapy, and reveals how her individualized ‘exercise consults’ help patients sustain their progress after residential treatment.  Whether you’re doing the work in eating disorder recovery,...

Join Ashley and Sam as they sit down with Social Media Influencer and Content Creator, Zoe Stoller, she/he/they, to discuss how their journey through mental wellness and uncovering who they are at their core allowed for them to work through both their eating disorder and their depression. Zoe shares about their time of self-discovery and how finding an affirming community ultimately lead them to a path of freedom allowing for them to exist one hundred percent exactly how they are. You can...

Eating disorders can happen to anyone at any age. Join us for this vulnerable conversation with author, recovery speaker, and peer support mentor Betsy Brenner as she tells her story of receiving a diagnosis of anorexia in midlife. Discover how Betsy’s path to recovery guided her to the much deeper work of leaning into painful emotions, grieving the loss of her parents, and healing her relationship with tennis. Betsy reveals the childhood experiences and emotional traumas that shaped her...

What’s psychedelic assisted psychotherapy? Can it potentially help people struggling with an eating disorder? Join us for this fascinating conversation with clinical psychologist, research scientist, and developer of Emotion-Focused Family Therapy Dr. Adele Lafrance, PhD (she/her). Drawing from the wisdom of indigenous traditions and her lived experience as both a practitioner and participant, Adele reveals how psychedelics like ayahuasca, MDMA, psilocybin and ketamine can shift rigid...

Are you curious about what it would be like to attend a Day Treatment Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for eating disorders? Join Ashley & Sam as they walk us through the experience of programming in these levels of care as a new patient. We know that starting an eating disorder program for the first time can be intimidating, but learning more about what to expect can be helpful. Discover what happens on your first day of orientation and learn about our therapeutic...

Join us as we connect with Mackenzie Fox as she discusses the overwhelming messaging of fat phobia in our culture and how she suggests working with our clients around this. This episode is really for anyone who lives in a fat body, loves someone in a fat body, or simply wants to be an advocate for the fat community. Mackenzie reminds us all to be Educators, Investigators and Advocators for fat liberation. She shares educational resources and helpful language for all of us working towards...

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to program at a residential center for eating disorders? Join Sam (she/her) and Ashley (she/her) for this informative episode that helps demystify the higher levels of care in eating disorder treatment. Learn about the many facets of residential programming, including group therapy, the interdisciplinary treatment team, specialized tracks, and the 24/7 structure and support often needed to break the eating disorder cycle. This episode not only provides...

Join us for this week’s episode as we sit down with Dr. Carolyn Coker Ross and discuss the impact of historical and intergenerational trauma. Dr. Ross shares how trauma experienced in generations prior to ours can have a large impact on us and explain why we may engage in some of the patterns that we engage in. Dr. Ross also speaks to the importance of understanding and exploring the familial narrative of one’s family in an effort to explore both traumatic events that have led to family...

Join Ashley and Sam as they speak with Hannah Coakley (they/them), a Queer, non-binary RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) who specializes in supporting Queer & TGNC clients through recovery from eating disorders and/or disordered eating from a trauma-informed, body affirming & anti-racist framework. H shares about their experiences that led them to the work they do and discusses important factors such as food activism, availability, insecurity, and policy. H also shares about the...

The conversation of learning how to live with our physical bodies will be ever going. Gina Graham is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has more than 20 years of experience in the field of mental health and eating disorders. Join us for this discussion of one way Gina decided to help her clients take back their voice. Gina reflects in this episode that she has primarily worked with female adolescents and adults and has found that shifting the language about the body and viewing oneself as...

In this episode, Ashley and Sam sit down with Kathryn Garland, LCSW-S and Vanessa Scaringi PhD, CEDS-S to discuss the theory of attachment and how this may show up in someone with disordered eating or an eating disorder. Join us as Kathryn and Vanessa explain the fundamentals of attachment theory including what secure, anxious, ambivalent, avoidant, and disorganized attachment looks like as well as helpful tools and tips for anyone who may be uncovering their own attachment style. To learn...

Body Positive Content Creator, Best-selling Author and Presenter, Megan Jayne Crabbe (she/her/hers) joins Ashley & Sam for this empowering story of healing & transformation. Megan bravely uncovers the darkest depths of her anorexia diagnosis and illuminates the body positive path that quite literally saved her life. Megan shares how the body positive community, her supportive circle, and numerous resources helped her embrace her body, reject diet culture, and live a life of authentic...

How can creating art help someone heal from an eating disorder? Join Sam and Ashley to discuss the role of art therapy in eating disorder treatment with board-certified art therapist and Renfrew’s Creative Arts Therapy Supervisor, Kyle Congdon (he/him/his). Learn how art therapy can be a safe space to push beyond fear and perfectionism, access emotional experiences, and unlock the playful parts of self. Kyle gives examples of different ways art therapy can support treatment goals, including...

Dr. Martha Koo, Owner of Neuro Wellness Spa and the Medical Director at Clear Recovery Center, a residential detox and intensive outpatient treatment center for individuals struggling with mental health, addiction, and dual diagnoses, is double Board Certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine and joins Ashley and Sam in this episode to discuss alternative forms of treatment for those with dual diagnosis including eating disorders. As a Psychiatrist in Los Angeles for over 25 years, Dr....

Join Ashley and Sam as they speak with Renfrew Alum, Dayna Altman. Dayna shares her story of mental health and how this led her to boldly and authentically pursue a life of activism. Dayna has authored multiple books, been interviewed by NBC, partnered with MTV and even spoken with the Surgeon General at The White House to name a few of her accomplishments. This interview is sure to provide inspiration and yet also remind us that it is ok to show up as ourselves; messy and vulnerable and...

Ashley and Sam are joined by Renfrew Alum, Mia (she/her) to discuss her experience of being diagnosed with ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). Mia reflects on how this diagnosis helped her understand patterns she was engaging in that felt incongruent with what she actually wanted. Mia shares what helped her in treatment and how she is walking in her recovery journey! You can check out more about Mia's story and her activism work on Instagram at: @joy_pages   If you enjoy our...

Ashley and Sam are back for part two of the lesser-known eating issues and eating disorders. In this episode we cover: Atypical Anorexia, Orthorexia, ARFID, Diabulimia, and Disordered Eating. It is important to remember that regardless of a name, if you or someone you know is being impacted by their relationship with their food or body, help is available.

Monika Ostroff, MSW, MICSW, CEDS-S (she/her), is the Executive Director of MEDA, The Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association. She is a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist and Supervisor, nationally recognized for her 25+ years of experience and contributions to the field of eating disorders. Monika joins Ashley and Sam to discuss her experience of what is now known as Severe and Enduring Anorexia Nervosa, her journey to shift the treatment of eating disorders towards a kinder and more...

Content Warning: The following podcast episode explores one individual’s story about her eating disorder and may contain depictions that can be triggering for some individuals. Join us as we connect with iheart radio host, Amy Brown as she shares her story of recovery from her eating disorder. Amy discusses her journey of walking through recovery which included twists and turns and unexpected life events that challenged her recovery process. She discusses how she found compassion for herself...

Consistently cited as a community favorite, psychodrama groups at Renfrew’s Residential Program in Philadelphia, PA continue to support the healing process in a unique way for many patients in treatment.  Learn about the roots of psychodrama and pick up the lingo as Nancy illustrates the ways in which psychodrama can help each ‘protagonist’ explore their emotions, gain insight, resolve issues, and receive support from their audience via guided, co-created, and spontaneous dramatic action....