Eating disorders are often misunderstood as issues of food, weight, or willpower. In reality, they are complex neurobiological and psychological conditions that profoundly affect the brain and the nervous system. Understanding these effects is not only validating for those struggling - it also helps explain why eating disorders can feel so consuming, persistent, and difficult to "just stop." This blog explores how eating disorders impact brain structure, brain chemistry, and the nervous...

When most people picture an eating disorder, they imagine a very specific image. Often, that image is shaped by stereotypes, media portrayals, or outdated medical narratives. The reality is much different. Eating disorders don't have a "look". They affect people of all ages, body sizes, genders, and backgrounds - and many individuals struggling are overlooked precisely because they don't fit the stereotype. As an eating disorder therapist working with individuals across the lifespan, I see...

GLP-1 medications (such as semaglutide and others) have become increasingly visible in coversations about weight loss, diabetes care, and health. For many people, these medications are life-changing and medically appropriate. At the same time, their grwoing popularity raises important questions - especially for individuals with a history of eating disorders or disordered eating. As therapists, we believe it's essential to talk about GLP-1s not only from a medical standpoint, but also from a...