Kathy Cortese, Editor-in-Chief of Gurze/Salucore and host of the ED Matters podcast joins us to share her clinical wisdom from years of experience in the field. We talk about: Her background and experience in therapy Gurze/Salucore and ED resources Therapeutic alliance and what makes a good one The role of authenticity in therapy and recovery Core themes of recovery including identifying and stating needs and sitting with emotions The role of shame in EDs Tell our listeners about your background and about Gurze/Salucore -You have a podcast as well. Tell us a little about your podcast -We’re going to talk about therapy and ED recovery. What have you noticed from your years of experience in the field? -Why is a good therapeutic relationship essential? -What gets in the way of the therapeutic relationship in recovery? -How does someone’s ED affect their work in therapy? -Where can guests find you if they want to connect with you? Get your copy of Dr. Anderson’s book, Recover Your Perspective, on Amazon.com! Get a signed paperback on my website. This podcast is hosted and produced by Janean Anderson, Ph.D., CEDS.  Dr. Anderson is a licensed psychologist, author, and podcast host.  She holds the Certified Eating Disorder Specialist designation from the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP).  She is the Founder and Director of Colorado Therapy & Assessment Center, an outpatient treatment center in Denver, Colorado that specializes in eating disorders.  Dr. Anderson also provides private, one-on-one recovery coaching for listeners of the podcast and for treatment providers seeking supervision and consultation for their CEDS.  Interested?  Email for more info: [email protected] To learn more about the podcast, visit www.eatingdisorderrecoverypodcast.com.  Follow Dr. Anderson’s work here: Facebook.com/DrAndersonAuthor Facebook.com/DrJaneanAnderson Twitter.com/DrJanean Get emails about Dr. Anderson’s writing and other happenings at www.eatingdisorderrecoverypodcast.com This podcast is sponsored by EDCare.  EDCare has provided PHP, IOP & Outpatient treatment for all genders, 18 and over, since 2001.  CAMSA ( which stands for Connection, Acceptance, Mindfulness, Sense of Self & Action), is EDCare’s mindfulness-based treatment approach and is incorporated into each individualized treatment plan.  Facilities are located in Denver, Colorado Springs and Kansas City and all treatment is supported by Masters’ Level Clinicians or higher.  EDCare offers 4 specialty tracks (BED, ELITE Athlete, Substance Use, & Trauma), and the Connections House, an affordable supportive housing component, adds an extra layer of supervised support. www.eatingdisorder.care or (866) 771-0861