Meg Mccabe is a coach, educator, writer and mental health advocate and recovered ED warrior obsessed with podcasts, dancing and stand-up comedy.  She’s the proud creator of Baby Got Back Recovery, a coaching and recovery blog that has touched thousands. Meg is also the host of the Full and Thriving Podcast which is designed to support your recovery while helping you re-discover your radiant life outside of your eating disorder. In this episode we discuss: The Recovery Collective and group...

SHOW NOTES Renee McGregor is a leading Sports and Eating disorder specialist dietitian with 20 years of experience working in clinical and performance nutrition. She is the founder of Team Renee McGregor, where she leads a team of practitioners within a clinic environment, specialising in supporting individuals and athletes of all levels and ages, coaches and sports science teams to provide nutritional strategies to enhance sports performance and manage eating disorders. When not inspiring...

This week I am joined by Hope Virgo, Suzanna Samaka and Sharon White; three inspirational women involved in the development and promotion of The Eating Disorder Toolkits for school nurses, educators and carers. In this episode we discuss the Toolkits as well as ... the latest research on trends in eating disorder development why there can still be a taboo around eating disorders and what we can do to remove it empowering society to be able to speak about eating disorders how school...

Elle Mace is an eating disorder and body dsymorphia therapeutic coach. She supports and guides those struggling with their relationship to food, their body and themselves to help them live a free and fulfilled life. In this episode we discuss: Elle’s experience recovering from 17 years of eating disorders including anorexia and bulimia Using the 'lifeline' activity to understand your eating disorder  The relationship between self-worth and an eating disorder Perfectionism as a...

Hannah Hickinbotham is the host of the Full of Beans podcast. She uses her personal, clinical, and educational experience to raise awareness and reduce the stigma associated with eating disorders. In this episode she shares her current experience of a relapse.  In this episode we discuss Growing up in a family that diets and being modelled an unhealthy relationship with food Feeling like a failure in recovery Feeling stuck in relapse How eating disorders behaviours can escalate ...

Carly is an Author, Substitute Teacher, and Freelancer specializing in writing, editing, and marketing. As an adolescent, Carly struggled with an eating disorder (Anorexia, Bulimia, and Exercise Addiction) which has contributed to her passion for mental health and overall wellbeing. Carly has been recovered five years and recently worked in a residential treatment facility with those aiming to recover. She gives talks and leads events and workshops throughout Oregon.  In this episode we...

Renae Saager is certified health & life coach and emotional eating expert who teaches women around the world how to start living a powerful, authentic life free from food and weight obsession. Tapping into her own unique journey with disordered eating and alcoholism, Renae supports her clients through the process of rewiring their brain with her no-BS approach. Through this serious work, Renae is able to help clients challenge their mindset and begin healing, using her own sense of humour...

Helen Brooks is an award-winning Clinical Hypnotherapist and IBS Transformation Coach with a Degree in Applied Psychology. She specialises in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome through an evidence-based approach combining gut-directed hypnotherapy, psychology and wellness coaching. She hosts the podcast ‘Let's Talk IBS with the Tummy Whisperer’ and lives in Brighton with her family and dog Woody. Her mission is to raise awareness of gut directed hypnotherapy and transform the world one...

Ash Seruya is a psychotherapist, artist, and storyteller. They are passionate about fat positivity, Health at Every Size, trauma-informed eating disorder treatment, weight stigma, social justice, ADHD treatment, harm reduction, and the messy, complex reality that is being in a human in this world.  In this episode we discuss: What are the signs or symptoms of ADHD?  How is ADHD typically treated/managed and the impact this has on disordered eating What a weight inclusive approach to ED...

It's kind of what it says on the tin. For a limited time I am offering sessions on a 'pay what you want/can afford' basis. Group Q&A sessions available on 5th and 12th October. More info: https://eatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/pwyww-group Or email [email protected] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rachel-evans8/support

Kylie Johnston is a Psychology student at UBC Okanagan in Canada. She recognised that she had developed an eating disorder in September 2020 and is currently well into her recovery journey. Kylie is a passionate mental health advocate and reached out to me to share her story of recovery to help and inspire others.  In this episode we discuss: Factors that led to the development of an eating disorder, including becoming vegetarian, life changes, the Covid-19 pandemic and isolation  ...

Sophie Killip is a Therapist and Coach who specialises in eating disorder recovery and body image healing. She completed her master's degree in the US and lived there for several years during her early 20s before returning home to England. She currently works in private practice, a university counselling service, and an inpatient treatment centre for young people who are recovering from anorexia. In this episode we discuss: Sophie’s relationship with her body and food throughout her...

Hannah Cartwright is a Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr) certified with the Association for Nutrition, UK. She has a Masters degree in Human Nutrition, Bachelor degree in Psychology, and has completed accredited nutritional counselling courses in Disordered Eating and Body Image. She works with clients on a 1:1 basis to improve their relationship with food, overcome disordered eating thoughts and behaviours and find food freedom. She also gives talks in schools on body image, social...

In this episode I am joined by Rannveig Sigurðardóttir a lawyer, author and mother from Iceland who has recovered from an eating disorder and wants to share her story to reduce the shame. We discuss: - Using food for comfort - The fear of gaining weight - How eating disorders can make you feel like an addict - Finding healthy coping mechanisms - The journey of recovery - Weight changes with pregnancy - The power of hearing similar stories of recovery For context, this episode was...

Not a clickbait title, I actually do! So you'll be hearing me mention him in future episodes of the podcast.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rachel-evans8/support

In this episode I am joined by Rachelle Heinemann a licensed mental health counsellor based in NYC and Brooklyn. She specializes in the treatment of eating disorders and emotional eating as well as exercise addiction and body image struggles. She also works extensively with those challenged by depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and career stress. In addition to her practice, Rachelle has taught courses in eating disorders and body image at undergraduate programs and high schools....

In this episode we discuss: Journey to intuitive eating When does healthy eating go too far Red flags for disordered eating What is intuitive eating Intuitive eating with kids Redefining what healthy means Breaking out of the calorie counting mindset 3 phases of starting intuitive eating Choosing foods that satisfy Recovery resources.  Listen to me discussing bulimia and recovery on 'The redefining health podcast'...

In this episode, I speak to Dr. Lara Zibarras, a psychologist and food freedom coach.  We discuss: The secret life of someone with an eating disorder Using food to cope with emotions Connection as a key in recovery Orthorexia and wellness culture Difference between a dieting mindset vs a health mindset The cost of food rules on our body and lifestyle Decoupling health and body size Restriction as the fuel for food obsession Eating disorder recovery resources. Maintenance...

This week I am speaking to Alli Spotts-De Lazzer, author of MeaningFULL: 23 Life-Changing Stories of Conquering Dieting, Weight, and Body Image Issues. She has so much wisdom to share from her own experience of dieting and eating disorder recovery and work as a Professional Clinical Counselor, Certified Eating Disorders Specialist.   We discuss: Body expectations and how we relate to our body from a young age Challenging and acknowledging our inner dialogue Becoming free from an eating...

Bite-sized episode sharing a few things to think about if you're looking for a private therapist to help support your recovery from an eating disorder.  Websites for the UK https://booking.eating-disorders.org.uk/counsellors/search  https://helpfinder.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/gb/counselling Connect with Rachel. Dr Rachel Evans is a psychologist, hypnotherapist and eating disorder survivor. She brings together academic knowledge and theories,...

In this episode I speak to Ariana Rodriguez, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor and Registered Yoga Teacher from Embody Health London.  We discuss: How dietitians help people with eating disorder recovery What does full recovery mean What is quasi recovery and how to move beyond it Using yoga as a powerful tool for recovery What is embodiment and how you can begin to achieve it The three pillars for recovery The Thrive Programme and how it can support...

In this episode, I speak to Becky Scott a dance instructor at Missfits Workout. She’s more about building confidence than muscle, more about losing inhibitions than inches! Becky’s approach offers a great introduction to dance based group fitness for those who don’t feel ‘at home’ in the gym - with a plus size instructor who has designed routines with plus size bodies in mind.  We discuss: Getting stuck in the diet cycle and finding a way out Fat liberation and Health at Every Size ...

In this episode, I speak to Olivia Hernandez a singer, artist and life coach who guides others to enjoy the ride of weirdness and healing that comes from Speaking Your TRUTH, by taking Bold action, embracing the beautiful journey of healing and embodying the Badass within. I'm so excited to share this episode with you because some of the topics we speak about are different from traditional approaches to eating disorder recovery that you have probably come across before. While there might not...

A realistic and optimistic look at how you can support a loved one who is struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating over the festive season.  For personalised support book a 'Coping at Christmas' 90 minute pick-my-brains session. Suitable for those struggling with an eating disorder as well as friends/family members. Now £100 off with the code XMAS2021. Limited spaces available. Book via http://bit.ly/RachelEvansSchedule or email [email protected] Connect with...