Talking to your teen about food and body image can be challenging — but it’s one of the most powerful ways to build their confidence and prevent disordered eating. Learn how to foster open conversations, model balance, and help your teen develop a healthy relationship with food and their body.

This blog explores the connection between body image, self-worth, and eating disorder recovery. Learn how therapy can help you rebuild confidence, develop self-compassion, and create a healthier relationship with food and your body. Written by a Houston eating disorder therapist, this post offers practical steps toward healing, balance, and lasting self-acceptance.

This blog explores how the drive for physical perfection can lead to harmful thought patterns, disordered eating, and negative self-image. This post unpacks how body ideals, social media pressure, and performance-based motivation can interfere with true well-being—and how to recognize when your goals may be doing more harm than good. If you’ve ever questioned your relationship with your body, food, or fitness, this post offers insight and support for building a healthier, more compassionate path forward.

Navigating body changes and weight gain requires understanding, acceptance, and self-compassion. This journey acknowledges that our bodies naturally evolve over time and that fluctuations in weight are a normal part of life. It's about embracing these changes with kindness and recognizing that our worth is not defined by our physical appearance. This process involves challenging societal beauty standards and cultivating a mindset of body positivity and self-love. By practicing self-care, nurturing our bodies with nutritious foods, finding joy in movement, and seeking support when needed, we can navigate the challenges of body changes and weight gain with resilience and grace. Embracing this journey empowers us to celebrate the unique beauty and strength of our bodies, fostering a sense of empowerment and self-acceptance along the way.

Navigating body grief entails acknowledging the profound impact of societal ideals, such as the thin ideal, on our sense of self-worth and acceptance. When we mourn the loss of the body we once idealized, we confront the unrealistic standards perpetuated by society. However, through this process, we can cultivate a deeper understanding and acceptance of our bodies as they are, embracing their uniqueness and inherent value beyond external appearances. By letting go of unrealistic expectations and embracing self-compassion, we pave the way for a journey towards body acceptance and self-love.

Explore effective strategies and empowering approaches for combating fatphobia. Learn how to challenge societal prejudices, promote body acceptance, and foster a more inclusive and accepting environment. Discover the importance of empathy, education, and advocacy in creating a world where individuals of all body sizes are valued and respected.