Your body is so much more than what it looks like – it’s how you experience things that bring you joy. As summer approaches and the "beach body" chatter amps up, here are 5 therapist-backed ways to shift your perspective + find peace in your own skin: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/how-to-...

Is Vancouver an especially lonely city? This thought-provoking and fascinating article explores my hometown.

My latest article is out! It explores the role occupational therapy plays in eating disorder care, focusing on an occupation-centred psychotherapeutic intervention. Read it in OT Now, the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy's practice magazine, starting on page 32: buff.ly/25SHuNy

One of the biggest transitions for any teen is the move from high school to university. If your daughter/son is also in recovery from an eating disorder, it can be scary to let them go. What if they aren’t ready? What if they relapse? Here is my advice: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/eating-...

Here are 4 things to avoid and 3 things to try to help model good eating and body image for your kids.

A beautiful article and idea: "Trying to fix your self-image can trap you in the problem. The awe of nature truly heals by taking you outside of yourself" psyche.co/ideas/the-cu... in @psyche.co

Understanding ADHD less as a dysfunction and more as hypercuriosity and a mismatch between a hypercurious attentional style and an environment/context: this essay by @neuranne.bsky.social offers a helpful reframe on how to understand ADHD. aeon.co/essays/how-t... in @aeon.co

U.S. teens (13-19) who feel out of control with their eating might be eligible for a new study from Northwestern Medicine/Uni of Pittsburgh/CBITs. You'll get access to an app for 16 weeks + support from a coach (caregiver participation required): cbits.northwestern.edu/join-a-study...

I often hear this from parents who have teenagers with eating disorders: they try their best to say the right things when it comes to food, but their teen reacts with an angry outburst or won’t talk to them at all. Here is some guidance: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/how-to-...

“Clean eating” takes many forms, and it’s a message we see constantly on social media. But when does a focus on eating “healthy” shift into something more rigid or harmful? Join the National Eating Disorders Association for a free session on April 15: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

There's a new early intervention program for eating disorders being piloted in Ontario’s Bruce Peninsula, based on FREED in the UK. Dr. Obeid at CHEO says the current system is like treating stage 4 cancer – we need to start earlier: ottawacitizen.com/news/youth-e...

It’s #UniMentalHealthDay! Let’s get the nation talking about student mental health and create meaningful connections. Together we can connect to create change: https://bit.ly/4p0sxE4 🧡

Unfortunately, this is a common story. A huge thank you to Emily for telling her story and reminding health care providers that their language matters (a lot): inews.co.uk/opinion/nhs-...

For those in British Columbia who are navigating the changes to autism / disability funding that were just announced, here is a current and clear guide on what the changes mean for you: funding.edifylearns.ca

"Occupational therapists need to be seen as essential across the whole continuum of care, with embedded roles in primary care and community mental health hubs, youth and family services, schools, housing and recovery programs and justice transitions." – Irving Gold www.healthing.ca/addiction/my...

When I talk to people about the work I do (provide eating disorder therapy), I often hear, "So when someone is really skinny/fat?" Well, no. Weight change is a common symptom of an eating disorder but it doesn't nearly tell the whole story... www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/eating-... #EDAW2026

For caregivers who have a loved one struggling with mental health, Sashbear is an invaluable resource. They offer free webinars (incl. ones on eating disorders, borderline personality disorder, emotion dysregulation and suicide) & a group program for family members: www.youtube.com/@TheSashbear...

For parents who have a young adult thinking about college/university, who is also recovering from an eating disorder, you're likely wondering if they're ready. Dr. Lauren Muhlheim from Eating Disorder Therapy LA can help you navigate. February webinar: www.eatingdisordertherapyla.com/is-your-youn...

More Hope in 2026 - Nine writers share how they increased their sense of hope. Short essays about strength from nature – reducing doom scrolling – inspiring children to make change – and maintaining hope during illness. See: menderist.com #HappyNewYear2026

A resource for eating disorders in East and Southeast Asian communities, developed by @thenedic.bsky.social: nedic.ca/bipoc/east-a...

Our colleagues at Yeshiva University are working to create a digital treatment for adults with avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID). If you are interested and think you might qualify for this study, you can connect with them at the link below! yeshiva.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

An intro to eating disorders (online and free): debunking common myths. Attendees will learn how to recognize symptoms of disordered eating in themselves and others, and how to find support. Presented by @camhnews.bsky.social: www.eventbrite.ca/e/an-introdu...

OpenAI has said they'll be developing a network of licensed professionals to refer users to. They want to intervene earlier when they identify those who are struggling with their mental health. I wonder how they will choose these therapists? And will users trust the referrals? Interesting...

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Doing interoceptive work with my clients has been rewarding, especially for those who've been through previous therapy and tell me they've "tried everything and nothing works." It also gets them out of their heads, where they can spend a lot of time... Thanks for the article, Dr. Sabina Khan.

“Thinspiration 2.0”: harmful social media content is slipping back into feeds and fueling rising eating disorder rates: www.bodyandsoul.com.au/health/menta...

Latina women aged 18–40 living in Latin America: Mónica Peralta is conducting a survey on eating behaviors, body image, and weight-related experiences. The goal is to amplify voices from the region, which continue to be underrepresented in ED research: nyu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5btWjslSmfHSI50

Occupational therapists: Are you interested in learning more about the feeding + eating disorder ARFID (avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder)? I'm presenting an introductory-level webinar in December! You can register through the Canadian Ass. of OT: caot.ca/client/event... #OccupationalTherapy

Participate in a PAID study with the EAT Laboratory and participate in a digital, self-guided disordered eating intervention! Email [email protected] for more information! For questions about this study please contact P.I. Dr. Cheri A. Levinson at: [email protected]

My husband's (@johnzada.bsky.social) 3rd book is out! It covers his time living and travelling through the Middle East. It's got adventure and hilarity, as well as deeper questions about identity and home, all through his signature sense of humour. You'll LOVE it! www.johnzada.com/the-patchwor...

An absolutely fascinating presentation and discussion!

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For parents who are struggling with how to talk to their daughter or son who has an eating disorder: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/how-to-...

A really interesting article about a woman who was a mental inpatient for an eating disorder. An occupational therapist was the one who really helped her – so she decided to become an OT herself! www.theguardian.com/society/2019...

Health care providers: How to provide safe care when a client has an eating disorder. My newest training session on Sept 9 is available for registration through the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Join me! caot.ca/client/event...

A really helpful guide for those who feel they're acting on impulse too much (including with food): psyche.co/guides/how-t... by Peggilee Wupperman in @psyche.co ‬

A powerful and nuanced essay by Amelia Tait in @theguardian.com about the difficulty of changing our mindsets around food, especially in a culture that encourages disordered thinking: www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...

An excellent article about the role of a late-autism diagnosis and eating disorder recovery, from two authors who have lived experience: jeatdisord.biomedcentral.com/articles/10....

Occupational therapists: If you've ever wondered how to approach a patient of yours who you suspect of having an eating disorder, I have a new training available on Sept 9 through the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists. Register now! caot.ca/client/event...

It’s common for tension to be high in households affected by eating disorders. The topic of food can set off tempers and mealtimes are often a time of contention. Here is the advice I give to parents who want to help their teens, but aren’t sure how: www.eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/advice-...

***NEW ARTICLE*** Story time: my third year of my PhD I worked at an anxiety clinic doing intensive exposure therapy My fourth year I started working at an #eatingdisorder clinic Two major impacts from these experiences 🥇EDs were SO similar to OCD/anxiety 🥈why werent EDs treated w exposure?

The genetics of anorexia. My interview with Dr Cynthia Bulik in case you missed it: www.anorexiamyths.com/am-blog/ther...

How to enjoy food without feeling guilty about it: psyche.co/guides/how-t... by Dr. Vivienne Lewis via @psyche.co

Food is complicated. I work with clients every day to make sense of and improve their relationship with food. Which can be difficult because food is used symbolically in every culture to communicate without words. The BBC World Service’s episode on this is interesting! www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

For parents who have a teenager w/ food difficulties, NIED has a free webinar on June 2: "Emotional Coaching" will support you to learn an effective way to respond to their emotion distress, help them process their emotions, and repair your connection. Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

It was just announced that I can now work with clients in British Columbia, thanks to a new agreement between Canadian provinces. BC was one of the few provinces I wasn't able to serve but was where I first started as an occupational therapist. This is great news for those of us working virtually!

“He's just a man with some free time, two chairs, a folding table and a sandwich board that reads: ‘You are not alone. I will listen.’” www.cbc.ca/radio/asitha...

It’s morel season! #foraging #morels #mushrooms

Are you an anxious flyer? Diana Ballon covers 6 ways to manage your inner turbulence in the @theglobeandmail.com: theglobeandmail.com/life/health-... #anxiety #anxiousflyer #copingskills

I’m often asked by parents how they can tell if their daughter/son has an eating disorder. While there isn’t a definitive answer, there are signs you can look out for that will guide what you should do next: eatingdisordertherapist.ca/blog/how-to-... #eatingdisorderrecovery #eatingdisordertherapist