This episode features a powerful and eye-opening conversation with Dr. Karen Nelson, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in treating patients with disordered eating at the Melrose Center here in Minnesota. 

With over a decade of experience in the field of treating eating disorders, anxiety, depression & PTSD, Karen brings compassion, clarity, and a non-judgmental approach to this emotionally rich discussion. Together with hosts Sarah and Katrina, she explores the often hidden, complex world of disordered eating—unpacking the shame, stigma, and judgment that so many silently carry.

Through honest and vulnerable storytelling, this conversation normalizes the emotional struggles so many of us face in our relationships with food, body image, and control. Karen helps illuminate the connection between emotional regulation and nourishment, reminding us that feeding ourselves isn’t just a physical act—it’s deeply human, and deeply emotional. 

Whether you’ve struggled personally, love someone who has, or simply want to understand this topic more fully, this episode is a tender, vital and insightful listen for all.