It usually starts with something that sounds reasonable. Cutting out sugar. Eating cleaner. Paying more attention to what goes into your body. On the surface, these choices look like self-care. They come from a place of wanting to feel better, take control, or improve your...
Many people assume eating disorders are primarily about food, weight, or appearance. While these factors may be part of the picture, they rarely tell the whole story. As a therapist who works with individuals struggling with eating disorders, I often see a deeper pattern beneath...
Food is deeply emotional for many people. It can feel comforting after a difficult day, celebratory during meaningful moments, or soothing when stress feels overwhelming. Emotional eating is common, especially in a culture where food is often tied to comfort, connection, reward, and coping. But...
Anxiety and Eating Disorders Often Overlap Anxiety does not always look the way people expect it to. It is not always panic attacks, visible overwhelm, or obvious fear. Sometimes anxiety shows up through constant overthinking, perfectionism, self-criticism, and the pressure to stay in control. For...