In this conversation, Kendall Bierman discusses the challenges of societal beauty standards and the journey towards intuitive eating. She emphasizes the difficulty of unlearning ingrained beliefs about body image and the fear associated with weight gain when transitioning to a more intuitive approach to eating. The discussion highlights the importance of self-acceptance and the need to let go of the desire to conform to traditional weight loss ideals.

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Chapters

00:00 Navigating Disclosure in Therapy

04:41 Kendall's Personal Journey and Therapeutic Approach

07:30 Understanding Client Demographics and Issues

10:36 Intuitive Eating and Its Impact

13:38 Cognitive Reframing and DBT Techniques

16:42 Challenges in Body Image and Eating Disorders

19:42 Counter-Transference in Substance Use Therapy

22:51 Moderation vs. Sobriety: A Therapist's Perspective

25:51 The Role of 12-Step Programs

28:53 Referrals and Specialization in Therapy

31:34 The Ozempic Debate in Body Image Therapy