In our diet- and weight-obsessed culture, many, if not most of us struggle to make peace in our relationships with our bodies, food, and exercise. For some, this body  dissatisfaction may lead to behaviors like food restriction, binge eating, purging, dieting, or excessive exercise. Our displeasure with our bodies may also cause us to avoid social situations, “check” obsessively in the mirror, or fixate on a particular aspect of our appearance. For others, an earnest attempt to improve our sense of wellness can lead to the development of rigidity, fixation, and perfectionism around food and exercise. 

When working with clients struggling in these areas, my approach is informed by the Health At Every Size paradigm, which de-emphasizes the importance of weight/body size, centers holistic health and body inclusivity, and denounces size discrimination. Through this approach, I support clients in the development of a more flexible, positive, and accepting relationship to food and body.