New blog post - an introduction to eating disorders, disordered eating, body image & weight stigma. This was inspired by a section I wrote for the book "A new Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy" @tadffocus.bsky.social More info here: www.melciavucco.com/blog/underst...

I'm delighted to be part of this important new book by Mamood Ahmad @tadffocus.bsky.social 🎉 I rarely saw disordered eating included in counselling books when I was training, even though eating/body image problems are so prevalent, so I'm very happy to have contributed this 🙏

I'm delighted to have contributed to this book - a section on body image and disordered eating, plus a case study 👍

Surreal moment - hearing myself on the Counselling Tutor podcast! 🤯🎙️🎉 We discussed domestic abuse awareness - reflections on working with both survivors & perpetrators, coercive control, and understanding abuse through an intersectional lens. counsellingtutor.com/triangulatio...

It's that time of year when I'll be inspired by Bake Off but attempt to bake something way more basic, and then still fail miserably. #GBBO

Just seen an advert for a weight loss company with a woman laughing about feeling like she "might never eat again" 😥 They're selling us eating disorders and they're not even hiding it now.

“There is no evidence that people seeking refuge are more likely to commit acts of sexual violence." Most perpetrators of sexual abuse are known to the victim. This redirection is just being used to fuel anti-immigration narratives & racism. www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Not them making 3 whole episodes and not even mentioning disordered eating??? 🤦‍♀️ #FitforTV #BiggestLoser www.melciavucco.com/blog/fit-for...

My latest blog explains how I work with people experiencing eating disorders and disordered eating using an integrative, collaborative and adaptable approach. I currently have space for new clients online. Get in touch for a free 15-minute intro call. www.melciavucco.com/blog/online-...

With the rise of weight loss injections, what happens when people want/need to stop them? My latest blog is about coming off weight loss jabs, weight gain, weight stigma & the risk of disordered eating. www.melciavucco.com/blog/what-ha...

Unforgivable on BBC ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I was blown away by this unflinching, nuanced story. This feels like an important show, similar to Adolescence in how it portrays a stigmatised topic in a thought-provoking, compassionate, respectful way. www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

Thank you @werahobhouse.bsky.social for speaking up about the dangers the rapid roll-out of weight loss jabs poses to individuals with eating disorders. We want to see public health policies which don't demonise larger bodies or harm people with eating disorders.

In my new blog, I explore the psychological and emotional impact of coming off weight loss injections - fear of weight gain, food noise, experiences of weight stigma, and risk of disordered eating. www.melciavucco.com/blog/what-ha... #ozempic #weightlossjabs

I had a blast hosting Talking Tales last night! Thank goodness for my fabulous diva fan - it was sweltering 🥵 We had 16 brilliant readers - a real eclectic mix of short stories, poetry and spoken word. Fantastic! 🎉

Talking Tales is tomorrow! We've got a fab line-up of readers & performers. It's free entry, so come & listen to some brilliant stories, poetry & spoken word. There's even a chance of winning a highly prestigious Talking Tales badge! 7pm (doors 6.45pm) at The Robin Hood, Bristol

"I am watching this [expansion of weight loss jabs] as someone in recovery from both anorexia and bulimia, as well as an advocate for evidence-based research and an ally to those living in larger bodies. It terrifies and saddens me." New blog: ▶️ www.endeatingdisorders.org/post/from-wh...

Last chance to submit to Talking Tales! Short stories, poetry & spoken word (up to 7 mins) 🎤📖✍️ Submissions close on Friday. More info here: www.christopherfielden.com/about/stokes... #Bristol #writers #TalkingTales

I did some digging as I wanted to find out exactly how people could get these free sessions if they need them. Turns out it's just a PR stunt - they're offering one month free for new sign-ups. BetterHelp are just a money-making machine.

💉Eating Disorders + Weight Loss Jabs: Harm waiting to happen💉 We're concerned about the comments made by the Health Secretary around weight loss jabs, and the plans to widen access to them will harm people with eating disorders Please sign our open letter to Wes Streeting today shorturl.at/8XKGl

I like Lewis Capaldi's openness about mental health but I wish he wasn't partnering with Better Help. They had to pay a $7.8 million settlement for sharing data & personal information. Their pay structure exploits therapists & is completely unethical. www.nme.com/news/music/l...

It's #ARFIDAwarenessDay 📢 In this blog, I’m sharing a bit about what ARFID is, my own lived experience & reflections from my practice as an eating disorder therapist. www.melciavucco.com/blog/not-jus...

Submissions for Talking Tales 🗣️ #38 - an event taking place at The Robin Hood, St Michael's Hill, Bristol on 17th July - close soon! Please check out our latest email for all the details 😊 - mailchi.mp/1fa068e0c150...

This headline 🤦‍♀️ Fat people will always exist. This attack on fatness will only result in more: -Weight stigma -Anti-fat bias -Eating disorders -Body shame It's never about health, it's always about money. But this is going to cost a whole lot more in the long run. www.thesun.co.uk/news/3567185...

Following a brilliant webinar today from @mamood.bsky.social on class in the counselling profession, I'm sharing my blog from a few weeks ago which was about my personal experience of being working class & the barriers into this field 👇 www.melciavucco.com/blog/from-cl...

Body image issues are not just what we see on the surface - it can be rooted in trauma, bullying, weight stigma, diet culture, ableism & oppression. Therapy can be a space to unpack this & process how we feel about our bodies. Read my new blog here: www.melciavucco.com/blog/what-is...

Delighted to have contributed to this important book, due for release in August 👍

🏍️TO HULL AND BACK CLOSES IN 4 DAYS 🏍️ The countdown continues to count down as countdowns are wont to do ⏳ The 9th To Hull And Back humorous #shortstorycompetition closes on 30th June 25 ✍️4 DAYS TO GO 👀 Make people laugh win £1,000 & a trip to #Hull 🏍️ www.christopherfielden.com/to-hull-and-...

GP's can now prescribe weight loss injections (under stipulations). This is concerning -we're all aware of how little time GPs have. This isn't sufficient care for those starting injections. It's alarming how many people they're piling on these drugs, I fear this could be a big issue in coming years

I'm seeing talk of weight loss injections being taken to "treat" binge eating. This is a risky idea as: - there isn't enough research to show the impact of this - WL jabs are appetite suppressants, which can mimick an eating disorder - they can mask symptoms - the binges will come back inevitably

I couldn't attend the #DumpTheScales march but I fully support this. As an ED therapist I often see people who feel dismissed by ED services & medical professionals cos they don't tick boxes or fit stereotypes.There needs to be accessible help & support for every body.

Talking Tales is open for submissions! Short stories, poetry & spoken word (up to 7 mins) 🎤📖✍️ If you'd like to perform please get in touch! More info here: www.christopherfielden.com/about/stokes... #Bristol #writers #TalkingTales

Unpopular opinion: If you take weight loss injections to quieten "food noise"... it's going to come back. It's just masking the problem. It can be helpful to understand what "food noise" really means & explore where it comes from. More info: www.melciavucco.com/blog/weight-... #foodnoise

I've written a blog about my personal experience of becoming a counsellor. It's about class, mental health & self-worth struggles. I hope it might inspire people struggling themselves, or those considering training to be counsellors 🙏 www.melciavucco.com/blog/from-cl... #TherapyJourney

New blog post! Is "Change Your Mind, Change Your Life" (BBC) a realistic portrayal of therapy? www.melciavucco.com/blog/change-...

Talking Tales #38 is open for submissions 🗣️ @melciavucco.bsky.social @markrutterford.bsky.social The event is July 2025 at The Robin Hood in Bristol! 🎉 If you'd like to perform, or just attend the event to listen, please read our latest newsletter ❤️ - mailchi.mp/b8c47c38a46f...

I've seen too many racist, fatphobic, classist comments on pics of this statue: She's "obese", on benefits, has diabetes (and there's much worse). It's sad to see an "ordinary" body be torn down in such a cruel way. It certainly highlights the power & dominance the thin, white ideal still holds.

Yalom is a highly regarded, powerful man in the therapy world. His "Fat Lady" story has been read by many therapists & trainees. But does he really confront his anti-fat bias? In my new blog, I unpack the "Fat Lady" & consider what we can learn from this today. www.melciavucco.com/blog/unpacki...

There is absolutely no space for transphobia in therapy spaces at all, ever. Trans people deserve love, support and safety. Solidarity 🏳️‍⚧️ Read my full statement/blog: www.melciavucco.com/blog/solidar... #TransRightsAreHumanRights

Standing in solidarity and sending love and support to trans and non-binary communities this week following the Supreme Court ruling ❤️ #transpeopleareloved #transrightsarehumanrights🏳️‍⚧️ #Bristol #protests

What an excellent evening of stories, poetry & spoken word at Talking Tales! 📖✍️🗣️ Thank you to everyone who read and performed, to our lovely supportive audience and to @markrutterford.bsky.social for hosting. The flyer pictured is from 10 years ago from the very first Talking Tales! 🥳

Making the world less safe for trans people does not make it safer for cis women and girls. My thoughts are with trans people who may be really struggling today and scared for the future 💔

Been watching Big Brother. It's painful seeing Mickey Rourke's behaviour. He's been rude, homophobic, fatphobic, and he made a threat of sexual violence. Others in the house pander to him, he can barely do anything for himself. He seems confused most of the time. He shouldn't even be in there. #BBUK

New blog post: ➡️ Understanding incel culture and beliefs ➡️ Exploring the impact of mental health difficulties ➡️ Considering how we might help - interventions for those engaging with harmful online content ➡️ Prevention strategies ➡️ Wider social attitudes www.melciavucco.com/blog/underst...

"Rourke's comments reference the dangerous idea that queer people — and lesbians specifically — can be “turned straight” through intercourse with someone of the opposite sex." In this op-ed, @brittneymac15.bsky.social analyzes the remarks Mickey Rourke made against JoJo Siwa on Celeb Big Brother. ⤵️

Adolescence on Netflix is remarkable. It’s thrilling and moving, of course. But it’s also the rare piece of art that might actually do some good in the world. I’m glad it’s huge.

I co-run a storytelling night in #Bristol called Talking Tales. Our next event is on Thursday 17th April - free entry! Join us for stories, poetry, spoken word & more. If you'd like to read or perform, do get in touch. More info: www.christopherfielden.com/about/stokes... #amwriting #storytelling

Leopard print for the win for today's online training delivery! 🙌

Grab a last minute ticket for my online workshop tomorrow (Monday) Info and tickets here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-introdu...

I recently did a deep-dive into #Adolescence and now there's a video version... 🎦 "Unpacking Adolescence: A Therapist’s Explanation and Insight" Watch/listen here: youtu.be/giz65kUNACA?... #AdolescenceNetflix