Today I'm speaking with Tessa Peters, CEO and founder of Been There, a charity app dedicated to helping those with body image struggles get paired with a mentor and find the support they need.

Tessa was plagued with body image struggles from her earliest childhood days, into her teens and twenties and also struggling with eating disorders. She felt incredibly alone and misunderstood, and was desperate to find someone removed from friends and family, who she could trust and openly share here struggles with, someone who had been in a similar situation to her. Tessa saw counsellors, dietitians and therapists – but she felt that none of these worked for her fully and they lacked relatability. She recognised that she needed a service like Been There so decided to create this herself. Been There aims to make a positive and powerful difference to people facing body image issues.

During Tessa’s own journey she eventually found a Mentor and still speaks with him today. The value of this relationship and the impact it has had on her life, has been life-saving. Been There’s volunteer Mentors are here to support people through their own journeys and make sure that no one feels alone.

In the episode today, I speak to Tessa about her history of eating disorders and body image issues, and why she felt so passionately about creating Been There. I explore more about the power of mentorship that this incredible charity offers. This episode will help you feel less alone and you may want to think about Been There mentorship yourself if you are struggling. I hope that you enjoy the conversation.

To find out more about Been There: -

 Website: https://beenthereapp.com/       

Instagram: @beenthere.app

This week’s sponsor:

 Amber Romaniuk

 Amber’s podcast: https://amberapproved.ca/podcast

 Amber’s website: https://amberapproved.ca/ 

A Bite Size episode!

Today I talk about 5 things that have helped me to stay sane and fully recovered from an eating disorder. I discuss things around food but also about relationships, emotional health and rest. I hope that you find it helpful.

This week's sponsor: -

The Gastric Mindset Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Today, I’m talking to Dr. Marianne Miller (all the way from San Diego) who has been in the mental health field for 26 years and has specialised in eating disorders for the last 11 years. Marianne was a full-time academic for 12 years and had a part-time eating disorder practice for much of that time (until she left the university) and went into private practice full-time in 2018.

Dr. Marianne loves working with eating disorders as a therapist and a coach. She takes a non-diet, feminist approach that helps people of all genders live empowered, authentic lives. She embraces the Health at Every Size model and is LGBTQIAA+ affirming. Dr. Marianne recently launched the Inevitable Binge Eating Recovery online program. It helps high-achieving professionals regain their mental and emotional energy by shifting their relationship with food to be fully present in their life.

In this episode today, Marianne explores some of the tools and strategies that she uses in supporting her clients with overcoming binge eating. She talks about the subtle ways that restriction can manifest itself, so triggering binges. Marianne explores mental restriction; how to introduce forbidden foods and more.  Marianne is absolutely passionate about this area of work and you are going to learn so much from her. I hope that you enjoy it!

To find out more about Marianne: -

Website: http://www.drmariannemiller.com/

Eating Disorder Blog: https://www.drmariannemiller.com/blog/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmariannemiller/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmariannemiller/

Membership program: https://www.drmariannemiller.com/binge-eating-101-class-1

This week's sponsor: -

The Gastric Mindset Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

A Bite Size Episode.

In this episode I talk about the MANTRA flower. MANTRA is an evidence based treatment for anorexia nervosa and created by the Maudsley Hospital in London. The MANTRA flower offers a tool to understand ANY eating disorder from a psychological perspective and helps you understand why you may feel stuck.

To find out more about MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Treatment for Adults): https://mantraweb.co.uk/

This week's sponsor: -

The Gastric Mindset Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

This week, it's an old episode for you! One of my most downloaded conversations and one that I'm sure that you'll enjoy.

Today I’m talking to Marisa Peer - internationally award-winning hypnotherapist and Creator of the Multi-award winning Rapid Transformational Therapy ® (RTT®)’. Marisa is the founder of iamenough.com; international best-selling author; motivational speaker; personal development expert and leading celebrity therapist. She is a major contributor to the press and has appeared on numerous TV shows and media outlets.

In this episode, Marisa shares her story in becoming a therapist, starting out with Jane Fonda, as a personal trainer and how many of these clients had underlying eating disorders. She talks about the common negative beliefs we hold and how to overcome them, as well as trigger events and delving into the unconscious to bring about lasting change. Marisa also offers inspiration on improving your relationship with food and your body in a sustainable way. I’m hugely grateful to Marisa for sharing her wonderful insights and expertise. I hope that you enjoy the episode.

To find out more about Marisa Peer:

www.marisapeer.com

www.rtt.com

www.iamenough.com

twitter.com/MarisaPeer

Instagram: @marisapeertherapy

linkedin.com/in/marisa-peer/

https://www.facebook.com/marisa.peer.therapy/

This week's sponsor:  The Gastric Mindset Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues - LAST CHANCE TO GET TICKETS!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957

A Bite Size Episode.

In this podcast, I talk about how to manage your anxiety, well-being and body image when your smaller clothes no longer fit. I hope that you find it helpful.

This week's sponsor: -

The Gastric Mindset Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957

Today, I’m talking to Elle Mace – Coach & Mentor, Master Practitioner in Eating disorders, obesity and body dysmorphia; Nutrition and weight management therapist as well as a life and positive psychology coach. Previously, Elle has worked as a personal trainer and aerobics instructor, having a passion for health and fitness.

Elle is a returning guest to the Eating Disorder Therapist Podcast and if you’d like to hear about her recovery story, you can listen to her previous episode – link is in the show notes.

In the past, Elle struggled with an unhealthy relationship with food and her body, this starting at the tender age of ten years old, when she received unwanted comments about her body.  Clearly, this had a huge impact on Elle’s body image and self-esteem, and she began to starve herself, and then understandably fell into binge eating. Then, over several years, she fell into destructive eating disorder cycles impacting her physical and mental wellbeing.

Fast forward a few years, and Elle decided that ‘enough was enough’. She had to free herself from the food demons and fall back in love with her body and with herself. It wasn’t an easy journey. It took much strength, determination and self-care – and bravely moving away from the seductions of dieting.

I’m pleased to say that today, Elle is in a very different place. She now uses her experience, qualifications and knowledge to help others heal their relationship with food, their bodies and ultimately themselves. She brings much passion and enthusiasm in her work in supporting others, after walking this path herself and knowing that real recovery is possible.

In this episode, Elle talks about the use of positive psychology as a tool in eating disorder recovery. She talks affirmations, toxic positivity, body image, the conscious versus the unconscious mind and more. This is an episode to inspire hope and motivation on your healing journey and it will equip you with some practical tools to help you on the way. I hope that you enjoy the conversation.

To find out more about Elle:

https://www.ellemace.com/

Instagram: @iamellemace

Previous episode with Elle: - https://harrietfrew.podbean.com/e/eating-disorder-and-body-dysmorphia-recovery-with-elle-mace/

This week's sponsor:  The Gastric Mindset Podcast

https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/gastric-mindset/id1705974293

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957

A Bite Size episode.

Many people with eating disorders struggle with laxative abuse. It's not talked about enough and there can be much shame associated with this. In the episode, I talk about why people fall into laxative abuse and consider strategies to reduce dependency and ultimately come off laxatives.

If you've been dependent on laxatives for a while, you might want to get support from your GP in managing this and monitoring your physical health alongside.

This week's sponsor: -

Elle Mace - https://www.ellemace.com/

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957

Today, I am thrilled to have Brian Keane on my podcast. Brian is a Personal Trainer, Nutritionist & Best-selling Author.

Over the past seven years, Brian has gone from working full time as a school teacher, to one of Ireland and the UK’s leading thought leaders on all things health, fitness and nutrition. Brian is the author of two bestselling books -  The Fitness Mindset and Rewire Your Mindset.

On top of his ever-growing social media platforms, with over half a million followers, Brian also hosts one of the world’s top health podcasts which is regularly featured at number 1 on the iTunes Health Charts. He has spoken at major wellness events around the world such as Wellfest Ireland, Mefit Dubai and was a Keynote speaker at Google HQ in Dublin for their 2018 wellness event.

Among his many fitness and athletic achievements Brian has transitioned from a professional fitness model to ultra endurance athlete running through the Sahara, the Arctic, and completing a 100 mile ultra marathon.

This is an episode packed with so much value. Brian talks about his body building days and the impact on his relationship with food, self-worth and body image. He talks about how he transitioned to a much healthier place, sharing the skills, learning and understanding that helped him achieve this.  Brian talks about external validation and shifting towards true self-worth.  He shares his secrets on transitioning towards a better body image whilst still enjoying fitness goals. He talks about language and emotional relationship with food and more. You going to get so much from this episode. I hope that you enjoy it.

To find out more about Brian Keane: -

Website: https://briankeanefitness.com/

Instagram: @brian_keane_fitness

Podcast: https://briankeanefitness.com/podcast/

Books: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Books-Brian-Keane/s?rh=n%3A266239%2Cp_27%3ABrian+Keane

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957

A Bite Size episode.

Here I share thoughts about five things you need in eating disorder recovery.  Of course, you could expand well beyond this list, but I believe that these are particularly important in accelerating you forward on the healing journey. I hope that you find it helpful.

This week's sponsor: -

Elle Mace - https://www.ellemace.com/

Harriet Frew's current offers: -

Online 10 Steps to Intuitive Eating Course with Harriet Frew - 50% off with code FREEDOMISPOSSIBLE

https://www.theeatingdisordertherapist.co.uk/online-courses.html

Online Event - Inspiring Prevention of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/inspiring-prevention-of-eating-disorders-and-body-image-issues-tickets-601388086957