In this conversation, Kendall Bierman discusses the challenges of societal beauty standards and the journey towards intuitive eating. She emphasizes the difficulty of unlearning ingrained beliefs about body image and the fear associated with weight gain when transitioning to a more intuitive approach to eating. The discussion highlights the importance of self-acceptance and the need to let go of the desire to conform to traditional weight loss ideals.
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Chapters
00:00 Navigating Disclosure in Therapy
04:41 Kendall's Personal Journey and Therapeutic Approach
07:30 Understanding Client Demographics and Issues
10:36 Intuitive Eating and Its Impact
13:38 Cognitive Reframing and DBT Techniques
16:42 Challenges in Body Image and Eating Disorders
19:42 Counter-Transference in Substance Use Therapy
22:51 Moderation vs. Sobriety: A Therapist's Perspective
25:51 The Role of 12-Step Programs
28:53 Referrals and Specialization in Therapy
31:34 The Ozempic Debate in Body Image Therapy
