March Is National Social Work Month March is National Social Work Month, and I’ve been thinking a lot lately about my origins, my story, my why. In marketing and business you learn a lot about the importance of storytelling and I've been tasked with considering my origin story. Why did I choose to become a social worker? And what does being a social worker actually mean to me? Choosing social work never made much sense to the people around me. I would hear: “ Why would you wa

You tell yourself you just need more discipline. More control. More willpower. But somehow, the harder you try, the more out of control around food you feel. If eating feels chaotic, guilt-ridden, or secretive, this isn’t a personal failure. It may be a sign of disordered eating patterns rooted in restriction and shame. Let’s talk about what’s really going on.

Start 2026 with gentle, body-respecting goals you can actually stick to. This blog post walks you through compassionate goal-setting without dieting, pressure, or overwhelm, perfect for a clear, confident start to your year. Start the Year with Gentle Goals Diet culture looooves this time of year and unfortunately sells the belief that your body is a problem to solve or "fix". What would it be like to set goals that helped you feel safe in your body, not at war with it? Let's

Understand how childhood food rules influence eating patterns, emotional health, and body image in adulthood and how to begin healing your relationship with food.

Understand how disordered eating and pelvic floor issues interact, why your body feels tense or off, and evidence-based tools to support healing.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Can I keep using MyFitnessPal? It’s not that toxic…,” you’re not alone. I hear this from clients all the time. On the surface, food tracking apps feel harmless, even helpful. They give you a sense of control and reassurance, especially if you’re trying to “stay on track.” But here’s the truth:  just because something feels safe doesn’t mean it’s supporting your healing. When it comes to eating disorder therapy and recovery, food tracking apps l

Discover how a nose piercing became an act of inner child healing: embracing authenticity, self-expression, and playful freedom.

Struggling with a bad body image day? Learn therapist-approved tips to navigate low self-esteem, manage triggers, and care for yourself without slipping into old patterns.

Discover the hidden ways restriction can show up—even when you're eating enough. In this blog, an eating disorder therapist shares what she misunderstood about restriction and how true recovery goes beyond food intake.

An eating disorder therapist unpacks why comments on weight loss can be triggering, even when meant as compliments, and what to say instead.

Struggling with body image and food guilt this summer? Learn how to break free from diet culture, reconnect with your body, and reclaim peace using an IFS-informed approach to healing.

Feeling confused about your relationship with food? Learn how to spot the early signs of disordered eating and take steps toward healing your body image and food mindset.

Hey Wisconsin — You Deserve Accessible Support 💻 If you're navigating the ups and downs of disordered eating or body image struggles,...

For so many people, the voice inside their head sounds more like a bully than a best friend. It says things like:  “You’re not enough.”  ...

Perfectionism and people-pleasing are often praised in our culture. However, these tendencies can fuel disordered eating. Click to read more

Learn how to set boundaries around diet culture with confidence. Protect your healing, communicate clearly, and prioritize your well-being.

Mindful eating is often mistaken for just another set of food rules, but true mindfulness has nothing to do with restriction or control.