National Nutrition Month

Bulimia nervosa, often referred to simply as bulimia, is a severe eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating and compensatory behaviors such as purging, excessive exercise, or fasting. This mental health condition affects individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds, though it is most commonly observed in adolescent and young adult women.  Despite its…

This time of year, perhaps more than any other, is a great time to think about thankfulness and gratitude. Gratitude, an often-overlooked practice, sits at the crossroads of emotional balance, resilience, and connected living. It is not just a feeling we wait to experience spontaneously; gratitude is a skill, a mindset, and a daily practice…

You may have heard the terms disordered eating and eating disorders used interchangeably. However, they represent different concepts. Understanding these differences and similarities is crucial for recognizing the signs and symptoms, as well as knowing how to approach treatment.  This blog post will explore the distinctions between disordered eating and eating disorders, outline their signs…

Psychodynamic therapy is founded on the principles of psychodynamic theories, which express the belief that we are driven by internal psychic energy and strongly influenced by our early childhood experiences.

Mental health is a complex and multifaceted aspect of human well-being, influenced by a myriad of factors, including environmental, psychological, and biological elements. Over recent decades, there has been growing recognition of the role genetics plays in the development of mental health conditions.  While environmental factors like trauma, stress, and upbringing certainly contribute to mental…

It all starts out with a seemingly benign desire to be ‘healthy’, cut out food dyes, pay more attention to multisyllabic food ingredients that look suspicious, and lessen the consumption of seed oils. Sometimes, though, those behaviors take a sharp turn down a dangerous road.   When someone starts to eliminate an entire food group or…