Body Justice

Body Justice

By Allyson Inez Ford, MA, LPCCHealth & FitnessMental Health
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Body Justice episodes

  • 60. The Unique Experiences of Weight Stigma and Masculinity with Dr. Joshua Turner, PhD

    Body Justice is BACK after a long hiatus! We are kicking things off by talking with my friend and colleague, Dr. Joshua Turner, about his latest research on the intersection of weight stigma and masculinity. As always, find out more about me and my work via my website: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com and/or my IG @bodyjustice.therapist


    About Josh:

    Dr. Turner is an Assistant Professor and clinical faculty in the Doctor of Clinical Psychology (PsyD) training program at Eastern Kentucky University. Dr. Turner received his Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from New Mexico State University and completed his post-doctoral residency at Veteran Health Indiana focusing on trauma and LGBTQ+ concerns. He currently maintains a private practice, providing psychotherapy and testing services in English and Spanish.Website: www.turnerpsychservices.comTikTok and Instagram: @thebigpsychologist


    Link to the article: ⁠https://www.apa.org/education-career/ce/sizeism-big-men.pdf⁠



    43 min
  • 58. Your Eating Disorder Has a Story to Tell with Herani Argoe, LPC

    Tune into episode 58 of Body Justice to hear my conversation with Herani Argoe, LPC as we discuss IFS therapy, Eating Disorders and inclusive ED care. This was such a fun and insightful conversation and I know you will get something out of it!


    Herani Argoe is a trauma and body image/ED therapist, speaker, and consultant in the metro Atlanta area. She is IFS level 1 and 2 trained, with specific training in IFS and Eating Disorders. Herani enjoys bringing inclusion, fun, knowledge, and empowerment to therapy and speaking spaces for others to feel held, seen, and ready to take on what’s next. She is also passionate about supporting clinicians in creating safe, ethical, and inclusive spaces for clients to heal. In her free time she likes to spend time outside, bake, and shamelessly watch reality tv.

    Visit Herani's website and get in touch with her here: https://www.heraniargoelpc.com


    As always you can find me on IG @bodyjustice.therapist

    and my website: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com


    *This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or medical advice!


    47 min
  • Eating Disorders among Asian Americans with ADHD (ep. 57) with Jocelyn Lam, LMFT

    Enjoy this rich discussion between me and my dear friend/colleague, Jocelyn Lam. We discuss specific themes in ED Recovery among Asian Americans with ADHD including: masking, object permanence, intergenerational trauma, the model minority myth, cultural betrayal trauma and more. Whether you carry these identities or not, I garunetee you will learn something new. If you are a provider, please listen to gain insight and information on how to better serve this population.


    As always, you can find me on IG @bodyjustice.therapist and my website: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com


    Please note that this podcast is for educational purposes only. It is not individual medical or therapeutic advice.


    Jocelyn (they/she) is a late discovered AuDHD, queer, second generation Chinese and Canadian immigrant to the Bay Area of California. They are a Licensed MFT and owner of their outpatient private practice, Bloom in Adversity. Jocelyn specializes in eating disorders in neurodivergent QTBIPOC populations and is passionate about providing affirming care using parts work and relational-cultural therapy. In her spare time, she loves reading, going to concerts, and spending quality time with her kiddo. Find Jocelyn via their website: https://www.bloominadversitytherapy.com

    47 min
  • 56. Revolutionizing Eating Disorder Care with Psychedelics: A Reverse Interview with Alishia McCullough

    In this reverse interview, my friend and colleague Alishia McCullough interviews me on the healing power of plant medicine, ketamine and the potential impact on Eating Disorders. We get real with our own experiences and share our thoughts on how to be in right relationship with Indigenous communities when partaking in these sacred medicines. We don't have all the answers, but we are excited to get his conversation out there.


    You can find Alishia's work on her IG: @blackandembodied

    and her course website: https://alishia-mccullough-s-school.teachable.com/p/reimagining-eating-disorders-101


    I highly recommend Alishia's course to all ED providers!


    As always you can find me on IG @bodyjustice.therapist

    and my website: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com


    *This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or medical advice!

    41 min
  • 55. How to Support a Romantic Partner with an Eating Disorder

    Going off of last week's episode, we are going to explore more about supporting loved ones with an ED, specifically within the context of romantic relationships! We will discuss:

    -The importance of self-educating

    -Unlearning your own diet culture/anti-fat beliefs

    -Empathy building

    -Emotional attunement

    -Attachment

    -Acceptance of stage of change process


    Resources mentioned in the show:

    Anti-Diet Book

    The Wellness Trap

    Association for Size Diversity

    John Gottman Love Maps Cards

    Esther Perel Card Deck

    Attachment Quiz

    Feelings wheel


    As always you can find me on my IG @bodyjustice.therapist and website: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com


    If you're looking for individual, group or family therapy particularly for Eating Disorders, OCD, maternal mental health and more- my team is here to help you! We have a few openings in CA, Utah and Florida.

    **This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a replacement for therapy or medical advice!**

    26 min
  • 54. Six Ways to Support Someone with an Eating Disorder (that have nothing to do with food)!

    Tune into episode 54 of Body Justice to hear about six ways you can show up for your loved ones with an ED and provide support that has nothing to do with food. You'll also learn about why not focusing on the food (unless specifically asked to) is crucial!


    Resources mentioned:


    Allyson's ED Recovery During Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group- sign up HERE!


    MEDA- resources for loved ones


    FEAST -education/resources for loved ones


    Please visit my website if you want more info on how to become a client, book a consultation or access resources for recovery: ⁠www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com⁠


    Find me on Instagram here: ⁠@bodyjustice.therapist⁠


    Follow and rate this podcast! This helps it reach more people in need: ⁠review on Apple⁠


    This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or individual mental health advice.

    16 min
  • 53. Recovery from "Atypical" Anorexia, Religious Trauma and Finding My Voice with Sharon Maxwell

    In this episode, we dive into the complexity of recovering from anorexia when not "underweight", on top of deconstructing from a religious cult. Sharon shares some of the ups/downs in their own healing journey, as well as how mainstream treatment made things worse.


    NEW GROUP OFFERING: Navigating ED Recovery in Pregnancy and Postpartum led by Allyson Ford, LPCC, ⁠sign up here! 


    Please visit my website if you want more info on how to become a client, book a consultation or access resources for recovery: ⁠www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com⁠

    Find me on Instagram here: ⁠@bodyjustice.therapist


    Meet our guest: Sharon Maxwell (she/they): a visionary advocate for body liberation and a dedicated fat activist. Sharon has become a leading force in dismantling oppressive systems, as they have dedicated their work to eradicate weight stigma within treatment centers, mental health spaces, and healthcare settings. Drawing from her own lived experiences, Sharon offers unique insights and practical tools to foster safe and accessible environments for people of size. With compassion at the forefront, they actively drive positive change in the spaces they enter. Sharon's story has been featured in the New York Times Magazine, on The Tamron Hall Show, and numerous podcasts. Their activism work has been featured in countless news outlets including 60 Minutes, the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, NPR, and more. You can follow Sharon on Instagram @heysharonmaxwell as well as visit their website: heysharonmaxwell.com.



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    54 min
  • 52. Misconceptions about ARFID and Compassionate, Autonomy Based Support with Kevin from @kevindoesarfid

    Today we have Kevin (they/them) from @kevindoesarfid talking to us about all about ARFID, what mainstream treatment gets wrong, and the directions we need to be going. Kevin is a disabled, mad, and queer artist from Western Massachusetts located on pocumtuk land. Kevin's art and activism speaks to their lived experience with mental health in an unfiltered way. They exhibit a passionate effort toward making the world a more accessible place for everyone. And their lifelong struggle with things like ARFID, mental health, chronic illness, etc fuels this passion. Kevin works from a client led lens that is rooted in anti-carceral care and harm reduction. You can find Kevin and their work over at @kevindoesarfid on IG.


    Find out more about their work on their IG and how to get in touch with them here: @kevindoesarfid


    Resource mentioned: ARFID peer support space (private FB group)


    Please visit my website if you want more info on how to become a client, book a consultation or access resources for recovery: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com


    Find me on Instagram here: @bodyjustice.therapist


    Follow and rate this podcast! This helps it reach more people in need: review on Apple


    This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or individual mental health advice.

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    Send in a listener question to have it answered in the show: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bodyjustice-allyson/message

    47 min
  • 51. White Supremacy was the Culprit of my Eating Disorder (solo episode)

    I'm baaaack! Thank you all for being patient with my very long hiatus from Body Justice. I am excited to be back and have some awesome speakers lined up to continue our exploration of the intersection of Eating Disorders and social justice. This episode is a solo episode, and is about the connections between white supremacy and eating disorders, specific to my own experience as a mixed race person. CW: mentions of racism, SA.


    Please visit my website if you want more info on how to become a client, book a consultation or access resources for recovery: www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com


    Find me on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/bodyjustice.therapist/


    Follow and rate this podcast here!


    Resource mentioned: Tema Okun's White Supremacy Culture

    This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or individual mental health advice.

    18 min
  • 50. The Connection between GI Issues, Eating Disorders, Trauma & How to Cope, with H. Coakley, RDN
    Tune in to episode 50 to hear my awesome friend H and I discuss GI issues, their connection to trauma and how and why they show up in Eating Disorder Recovery.
    Hannah Coakley (they/them) is Queer, non-binary RDN (Registered Dietitian Nutritionist) who specializes in supporting clients through recovery from eating disorders and/or disordered eating from a trauma-informed, body affirming & intersectional framework.Website: pandowellness.orgIG: @pandowellness
    As always, you can find me on IG ⁠@bodyjustice.therapist⁠ or on my private practice website: ⁠www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com⁠
    ⁠Leave the podcast a review⁠ to help it reach more people who need these messages!
    This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship. Please seek the support of a local therapist if you are currently struggling and in need of treatment. To find out more about what therapeutic services I offer visit my ⁠website⁠.
    50 min

About Body Justice

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Hi! I'm Allyson, a licensed therapist specializing in eating disorders and OCD. My mission is to create a world where all bodies can thrive by promoting messages of body justice, recovery skills and…

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