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The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 97: Invisible Illnesses with Exercise Physio Raeya Bartlett-QuinnIn this episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing Raeya Bartlett-Quinn.Raeya is an Exercise Physiologist based in Blackburn, Victoria. She has a background in Pilates, Yoga, Meditation & Health Coaching and uses these skills with her holistic treatment approach. Raeya comes with personal experience of complex invisible illnesses from her teens and early adulthood that drove her goals and passions towards helping others.Raeya enjoys working with paediatrics and neurodiversity most, and has a special interest in chronic fatigue syndromes, dysautonomia and hypermobility spectrum disorders.Connect with Raeya here:2025-03-031h 08The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 96: Family Systems and the HolidaysIn today's episode of The Curious Therapist Show, I share about family systems theory and the roles we can play. And how this connects to why during the holiday season, we may feel like we revert back to our child or teen selves the minute we're with family again! I also give some helpful reminders to helping manage the stress around family and holidays this season.I also want to thank each of you for receiving these messages, for listening to my podcast and thank you so much to those of you who have r...2024-12-1641 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 95: Tips for Boundary Setting with Courtney Brooke (part 2)In today's episode of The Curious Therapist Show, it’s part 2 of how to set boundaries. I would suggest listening to part 1 if you haven’t yet and then come back:)Boundaries are limits we set to protect our energy- emotional, mental, and physical.One of my fav quotes about boundaries is:"Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others" (Brene Brown)This really sums up why so many people struggle to set boundaries. Our fears of reje...2024-12-0254 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 94: Why Setting Boundaries Feels So Hard with Courtney Brooke (part 1)In today's episode of The Curious Therapist Show, we talk all about the difficulty of boundary setting with my popular and frequent guest Courtney Brooke Sergent-Fox:)Boundaries are limits we set to protect our energy- emotional, mental, and physical.One of my fav quotes about boundaries is:"Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others" (Brene Brown)This really sums up why so many people struggle to set boundaries. Our fears of rejection, of "letting others down"...2024-11-1855 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 93: Emotions are WISE MessengersOn today’s episode, I share all about emotions, how ignoring and suppressing them is making us sick, and what "making space" for emotions actually means.What I witness people do every day is push their emotions away, suppress them, judge them, label themselves as "low vibe" or dramatic or weak, try to avoid the emotion with fake positivity. Or they use some good ole distraction...grabbing the phone to doomscroll, overworking, overcommitting, or pretending to feel ok. Really what I see is people not FEELING their emotion, but rather thinking about the emotion and how to ge...2024-11-0455 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 92: Understanding AttachmentIn today's episode, we talk all about attachment theory and how our child selves learn to adapt to feel safe and loved.In this episode, I discuss:-attachment styles (and point out that they are over simplified on social media)-common ways we adapt to have our attachment needs met-how our childhood relationships can impact on our adult attachmentsThis is much deeper than love languages or "acts of service". Don't get me wrong, there's nothing wrong with knowing how you and your partner feel loved. But attachment s...2024-10-211h 00The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 91: Friendship Talk with Courtney BrookeIn today’s podcast episode of The Curious Therapist Show, I talk with my dear friend and fellow therapist, Courtney Brooke. We talk all about how friendships change over time, types of friendships and what can be challenging making friends as we get older.Courtney Brooke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who sees people dealing with life transitions, trauma and a variety of mental health struggles. She provides supervision to other therapists and has taught at the college and university levels.If you’d like to follow Courtney’s work, you can check...2024-10-161h 30The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 90: Living by Your Values with Courtney BrookeIn today’s podcast episode of The Curious Therapist Show, I interview my dear friend and fellow therapist, Courtney Brooke. We talk all about the difference between values and goals, how to get clear on your personal values and steps to start aligning to your life.Courtney Brooke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who sees people dealing with life transitions, trauma and a variety of mental health struggles. She provides supervision to other therapists and has taught at the college and university levels.If you’d like to follow Courtney’s work...2024-09-031h 14The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 89: The Rumination Hamster WheelToday's episode of the Curious Therapist Show is all about rumination.Rumination is when we think about negative things, worries, upsetting issues or problems over and over again. We can get stuck...like a hamster on a wheel!Most the time, rumination centres on past mistakes, current problems or future worries.I see this happening for people often at night. Their head hits the pillows and everything that's wrong comes barreling through their minds like an unwelcome parade.In this episode, I describe what rumination is, why we do...2024-08-2054 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 88: The Role of a Physio in Eating Disorder Recovery with Bec GawlerWe have an awesome episode of the Curious Therapist Show (previously the Body and Food Freedom Podcast) where I interview Bec Gawler.Bec Gawler is a Physiotherapist based in Melbourne and was a delight to interview. She has a special interest in supporting individuals facing the challenges of an eating disorder and those who want to improve their relationship with movement. Bec also enjoys helping people navigate chronic illness, hypermobility, pain and injuries with a compassionate, trauma informed approach. Bec currently works at Balance North in Preston and Eat Love Live in Collingwood.2024-08-0758 min
The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 87: Are You in Burn Out with Courtney BrookeIn today’s podcast episode of The Curious Therapist Show, I interview my dear friend and fellow therapist, Courtney Brooke. I literally would not have survived grad school without her!Courtney Brooke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who sees people dealing with life transitions, trauma and a variety of mental health struggles. She provides supervision to other therapists and has taught at the college and university levels. She’s also has 5 kids and is a super adventurous soul!In this episode, Courtney and I talk all about burnout. We discuss:2024-07-221h 26
The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 86: Welcome to the Curious Therapist ShowWELCOME TO THE CURIOUS THERAPIST SHOW, PREVIOUSLY THE BODY AND FOOD FREEDOM PODCAST!If you’re interested in sharing your story, email me at vmpres2@gmail.comTo join my email list, scroll to the bottom of this: About (podia.com)To connect with Vanessa:Find Vanessa on Facebook: (2) FacebookFind Vanessa on Instagram: Vanessa Preston (@vanessa_preston_) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: Vanessa Preston (podia.com)2024-07-0931 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 85: Curiosity Saved the Cat...a BIG AnnouncementListen for today’s big announcement!To connect with Vanessa:Find Vanessa on Facebook: (2) FacebookFind Vanessa on Instagram: Vanessa Preston (@vanessa_preston_) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: Vanessa Preston (podia.com)Or her practice website: www.greenlifepsychology.comDisclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to the show. Vanessa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and abides by ethics...2024-06-2525 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 84: Motherhood and Wellness Culture with Ardelle LeeIn this episode, I interview Ardelle Lee.Ardelle is a nutritionist, body image coach and intuitive eating coach…a dear friend of mine…and coming to us from Canada.Ardelle and I speak all about wellness culture and how this shows up for women especially during pregnancy and motherhood.If you’re not sure what wellness culture means, have a listen!Think:The belief that to be a good person, you must pursue and achieve perfect health.Guilt and shame and food r...2024-06-111h 13The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 83: Help, I'm a Binge Eater.What is the Binge-Restrict Cycle? — Your Latina Nutrition (yourlatinanutritionist.com)RAVES-Model.pdf (eatingdisorderscarerhelpkit.com.au)Helpline - Butterfly FoundationFind Vanessa on Facebook: (2) FacebookFind Vanessa on Instagram: Vanessa Preston (@vanessa_preston_) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: Vanessa Preston (podia.com)Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to the show. Vanessa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and abides...2024-05-2853 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 82: I'm Noticing Sadness and That's Ok.Find Vanessa on Facebook: (2) FacebookFind Vanessa on Instagram: Vanessa Preston (@vanessa_preston_) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: Vanessa Preston (podia.com)Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to the show. Vanessa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and abides by ethics of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). The content here should not be taken as medical or therapeutic advice. The content here is for in...2024-05-1446 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 81: Sitting with Body GriefListen as Vanessa Preston and Reva Segnitz define body grief, give ideas to managing body grief and discuss their own experiences with this. To connect with Vanessa more:Find Vanessa on Facebook: Vanessa PrestonFind Vanessa on Instagram: Vanessa Preston (@vanessa_preston_) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: Vanessa Preston (podia.com)Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to the show. Vanessa is an Accredite...2024-04-301h 04The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 80: Women, Selflessness, Asking for Help and Saying No...All the ThingsFind Vanessa on Facebook: (2) FacebookFind Vanessa on Instagram: Vanessa Preston (@vanessa_preston_) • Instagram photos and videosCheck out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: Vanessa Preston (podia.com)Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to the show. Vanessa is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and abides by ethics of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). The content here should not be taken as medical or therapeutic advice. The content...2024-04-1650 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 79: If You Hate Meditation (part 2)Listen as Vanessa Preston and sometimes co-host Reva Segnitz discuss all things meditation in this 2 part episode. We talk about misconceptions around meditation and ways to implement mindfulness and mediation in a realistic doable way for you:)Find Vanessa on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vanessaprestonglp/Find Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_preston_/Check out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: https://vanessapreston.podia.com/Meditation Apps discussed:-Insight Timer-Smiling Mind...2024-04-0156 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 78: If You Hate Meditation, This is for You (part 1)Listen as Vanessa Preston and sometimes co-host Reva Segnitz discuss all things meditation in this 2 part episode. We talk about misconceptions around meditation and ways to implement mindfulness and mediation in a realistic doable way for you:)Find Vanessa on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vanessaprestonglp/Find Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_preston_/Check out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: https://vanessapreston.podia.com/Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her gues...2024-03-1846 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 77: The Audacity of Our Periods (part 2)Listen as Vanessa Preston and sometimes co-host Reva Segnitz discuss each phase of the menstrual cycle in part one of this conversation. Part 2 is all about ways to track your cycle and supportive strategies to implement!Find Vanessa on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vanessaprestonglp/Find Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_preston_/Check out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: https://vanessapreston.podia.com/Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to t...2024-03-041h 15The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 76: The Audacity of Our Periods (part 1)Listen as Vanessa Preston and sometimes co-host Reva Segnitz discuss each phase of the menstrual cycle in part one of this conversation. Part 2 is all about ways to track your cycle and supportive strategies to implement!Find Vanessa on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Vanessaprestonglp/Find Vanessa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_preston_/Check out Vanessa’s website to find a freebie and all about her intuitive eating and body image programs: https://vanessapreston.podia.com/Disclaimer:This podcast represents the opinions of Vanessa Preston and her guests to t...2024-02-1937 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 75: Supporting your Child/Teen with Emotions and Mental Health with Marie VakakisToday I speak with Marie Vakakis all about supporting your loved one (child and teen included) with their emotions and their mental health. Marie is a highly skilled Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, Family Therapist, presenter, podcaster, and trainer, who is widely recognised for her expertise in the field of mental health and wellbeing.Her website is here:Marie Vakakis: Mental Health and well being workshops and training for parents, teachers and workplacesHer podcast is here:Podcast - Marie Vakakis: Mental Health and well being workshops and training for parents...2023-10-0953 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 74: Grief, Death and Self-Compassion with NataliaToday I speak with Natalia all about grief, death and self-compassion. This is a deep conversation! If you need extra resources, please find below:Life 13 11 14Lifeline Australia - 13 11 14 - Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention.Find a Helpline:Suicide Hotlines & Crisis Helplines | Free, 24/7 Chat, Text & Phone (findahelpline.com)Cultivating Self Compassion Workshop is here:https://www.vanessa-preston.com/offers/oYLTmSm9/checkoutBody and Food Freedom Private Facebook group- JOIN HERE!!!https://www.facebook.com/groups/1633366730496306/BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY...2023-09-251h 03The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 73: Katrina's Story of RecoveryToday I speak with Katrina about her experience recovering from Anorexia Nervosa. If you need extra resources today, here are some ideas:Support for Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues | Butterfly FoundationEating Disorder Statistics & Key Research | Eating Disorders VictoriaCultivating Self Compassion Workshop is here:https://www.vanessa-preston.com/offers/oYLTmSm9/checkoutBody and Food Freedom Private Facebook group- JOIN HERE!!!BFF Body and Food Freedom Community | FacebookBOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION SELF-PACED:Discovery Call - V ML...2023-09-1149 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 72: Are You Stressed Out?Cultivating Self Compassion Workshop:https://www.vanessa-preston.com/offers/oYLTmSm9/checkoutBody and Food Freedom Private Facebook group- JOIN HERE!!!https://www.facebook.com/groups/1633366730496306/BOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION SELF-PACED:https://calendly.com/vmpres2/30minLEARN MORE ABOUT THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM AND SIGN UP HERE!!!!!https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-body-imageMY NEW WEBSITE!!!!!New tab (vanessa-preston.com)Subscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the...2023-08-2145 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 71: Are You Uncomfortable in Your Body?Body and Food Freedom Private Facebook group- JOIN HERE!!!BFF Body and Food Freedom Community | FacebookBOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION SELF-PACED:Discovery Call - V MLEARN MORE ABOUT THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM AND SIGN UP HERE!!!!! BFF: Body Image ProgramMY NEW WEBSITE!!!!! New tab (vanessa-preston.com)Subscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the Not Good Enough Voice Opt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course here: Intuitive Eating Online Cour...2023-08-0731 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 70: Self-Compassion and Body Image with Heidi RogersBody and Food Freedom Private Facebook group- JOIN HERE!!!BFF Body and Food Freedom Community | FacebookBOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION SELF-PACED:Discovery Call - V MLEARN MORE ABOUT THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM AND SIGN UP HERE!!!!!BFF: Body Image ProgramMY NEW WEBSITE!!!!! New tab (vanessa-preston.com)Subscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the Not Good Enough Voice Opt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course here...2023-07-2458 min
Undiet Your Coaching81-Scaling Your Non-Diet Business-What No One Talks about with Vanessa PrestonWhat does it take to make it happen? What do you need to know that will tremendously move the dial-up and grow your business? I’ll be honest it’s likely not what you think it’s about… I and Vanessa go deeply behind the scenes and share what it really looks like and feels like to grow your non-diet business. Scaling Your Non-Diet Business What you’ll learn listening to this episode: The “behind the scenes” of our personal journey to scaling our non-diet business The failures and how we handle th...2023-06-061h 18Undiet Your Coaching Practice81-Scaling Your Non-Diet Business-What No One Talks about with Vanessa PrestonWhat does it take to make it happen? What do you need to know that will tremendously move the dial-up and grow your business? I’ll be honest it’s likely not what you think it’s about… I and Vanessa go deeply behind the scenes and share what it really looks like and feels like to grow your non-diet business. Scaling Your Non-Diet Business What you’ll learn listening to this episode: The “behind the scenes” of our personal journey to scaling our non-diet business The failures and how we handle th...2023-06-061h 18The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 69: Behind the CameraBOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM HERE (STARTS JUNE 19TH SO DON’T WAIT!!!):Discovery Call - V MLEARN MORE ABOUT THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM AND SIGN UP HERE!!!!!BFF: Body Image ProgramMY NEW WEBSITE!!!!!New tab (vanessa-preston.com)Rob Rumian Photography:Robert Rumian Photography (facebook.com)Subscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the Not Good Enough Voice Opt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eatin...2023-06-0536 min
Non-Diet Companion™Trauma and Our Relationship With Food With Vanessa PrestonIn this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Vanessa Preston about trauma and its impact on various aspects of our lives including our relationship with food.
Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Nutritionist in Australia (originally from Kentucky). She has provided assessment and therapy services for 14 years and specializes in treating posttraumatic stress disorder and complex trauma. Vanessa is the Body and Food Freedom Program creator and the host of the Body and Food Freedom Podcast where she supports women to make peace with food and their bodies. Vanessa’s...2023-05-2857 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 68: Open the Envelopes with BFF Participant Fiona O'LearyBOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM HERE (STARTS JUNE 19TH SO DON’T WAIT!!!):https://calendly.com/vmpres2/30minLEARN MORE ABOUT THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM AND SIGN UP HERE!!!!! https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-body-image-editionSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the Not Good Enough Voice https://www.vanessa-preston.com/not-good-enough-voice-opt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course here: Intuitive Eating Online Course https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eatingSubscribe to my email list and get...2023-05-2255 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 67: My Exciting Announcement (STARTS JUNE 19th!!!) with Reva SegnitzBOOK A DISCOVERY CALL FOR THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM HERE (STARTS JUNE 19TH SO DON’T WAIT!!!):https://calendly.com/vmpres2/30minLEARN MORE ABOUT THE BFF BODY IMAGE EDITION 12 WEEK PROGRAM AND SIGN UP HERE!!!!! https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-body-image-editionSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the Not Good Enough Voice https://www.vanessa-preston.com/not-good-enough-voice-opt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course here: Intuitive Eating Online Course https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eatingSubscribe to my email lis...2023-05-1542 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 66: Body Image, Mental Health and BDDSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the Not Good Enough Voice https://www.vanessa-preston.com/not-good-enough-voice-opt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course here: Intuitive Eating Online Course https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eatingSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing: https://www.vanessa-preston.com/top-5-reasons-your-diet-keeps-failing-opt-inGood news story: Great-gran celebrates 90th birthday by riding a Harley Davidson motorbike - YouTubeConnect with ME!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_preston_/Website: Greenlife Psychology...2023-05-0840 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 65: Body Ideal FantasiesSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: https://www.vanessa-preston.com/not-good-enough-voice-opt-inOpt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eatingSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: https://www.vanessa-preston.com/top-5-reasons-your-diet-keeps-failing-opt-inToday's Positive News Story about Harvey, the dog:A doggy day care was on fire. Neighbors helped save all 115 dogs inside.Connect with ME!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_preston_/Website: https://greenlifepsychology.com/Email: vanessa@greenlifepsychology.com2023-04-2436 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 64: (Replay) Managing the Not Good Enough VoiceSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Managing the Not Good Enough Voice https://www.vanessa-preston.com/not-good-enough-voice-opt-inLearn about my BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course here: Intuitive Eating Online CourseSubscribe to my email list and get the FREE guide: Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing: Opt-in Today's Positive News Story about Harvey, the dog:https://www.today.com/pets/dog-lopsided-face-finds-loving-family-drove-2500-miles-rcna74786Connect with ME!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanessa_preston_/Website: Greenlife Psychology - Green Life PsychologyEmail: vanessa@gree...2023-04-1027 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 63: Where are You on the Body Image Spectrum?LAST DAY OF BIRTHDAY SALE is 31st MARCH- 20 PERCENT OFF EVERYTHING!!!This includes:-3 tips to stress less about food webinar (with workbook) https://www.vanessa-preston.com/offers/nkgUFA8K-Curious Method Masterclass:https://www.vanessa-preston.com/offers/26Qbdwit/checkout?coupon_code=BDAYSALE-BFF Intuitive Eating Edition (two options below with payment plans available ):https://www.vanessa-preston.com/offers/zziuJn9e/checkout?coupon_code=BDAYSALEIntuitive Eating Online Course to learn more: Intuitive Eating Online CourseSubscribe to email list and ge...2023-03-2741 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 62: Stop Weighting and Start Living with Randi CoxMy birthday month sale is going on NOW!!!!It’s 20 percent off everything! This includes:-3 tips to stress less about food webinar (with workbook)-Curious Method Masterclass-BFF Intuitive Eating EditionYou can access these here (NEEDS LINK ADDED)To sign up for my newest program: BFF Intuitive Eating Edition, please click here:Intuitive Eating Online CourseSubscribe to email list and get the free guide: Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps FailingTo email with questions, please email me at vanessa...2023-03-1351 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 61: Types of HungerTo sign up for my newest program: BFF Intuitive Eating Edition, please click here: Intuitive Eating Online CourseTo email with questions, please email me at vanessa@greenlifepsychology.comIn this podcast episode, I discuss 4 types of hunger including:-Physical hunger-Emotional hunger-Taste/heart hunger-Practical hungerThis is a glimpse into what’s taught in my new BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition program!I’ve also started a new tradition of sharing a positive and happy story/news article at the beginning of each episode. Whil...2023-02-2730 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 60: Are You an Emotional Eater?In this podcast episode, I talk all about emotional eating.Find out why I say these 3 things:All eating is emotional.Emotional eating can be a gift.Emotional eating is an acceptable coping mechanism, but we should add to your coping skill toolbox.If you're unpacking your own emotional eating, don't miss this episode.If you're ready to work with me, check out my intuitive eating course here:https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eatingThis will be a great program for those of you wishing to...2023-02-1332 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 59: Kristi's Intuitive Eating StoryIn today's episode, I interview Kristy about her experience in the BFF community and learning intuitive eating! This is a must listen:)Link for the BFF: Intuitive Eating Course: https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eatingFeel free to email me directly to vanessa@greenlifepsychology.comSubscribe to my email list here and get your freebie here: Opt-inIf you’ve ever said:-I’m tired of counting calories and macros-I’m sick of thinking about food and my body all the time-I feel out of control with food2023-01-3047 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 58: BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition YOU'RE INVITED!In today's bonus episode, I invite you to the BFF: Intuitive Eating Edition Course!!!Link for the BFF: Intuitive Eating Course: https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eatingFeel free to email me directly to vanessa@greenlifepsychology.comSubscribe to my email list here and get your freebie here: Opt-inIf you’ve ever said:-I’m tired of counting calories and macros-I’m sick of thinking about food and my body all the time-I feel out of control with food-I eat when I’m not hun...2023-01-2313 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 57: Is Restriction Sabotaging Your Relationship with Food?In today's episode, we explore types of restriction and how this may be sabotaging your relationship with food!Feel free to email me directly to vanessa@greenlifepsychology.comSubscribe to my email list here and get your freebie here: Opt-inLink for the BFF: Intuitive Eating Course: https://www.vanessa-preston.com/bff-intuitive-eating2023-01-1633 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 55: Creativity and Healing with Reva SegnitzPURCHASE MY NEWEST MASTERCLASS BELOW!https://www.vanessa-preston.com/offers/nkgUFA8KEmail me with any questions:vanessa@greenlifepsychology.comIn today’s episode, my sometimes cohost, Reva and I dive into why creativity is such a valuable aspect of our adult life. Any life you’re creating is creativity.Creative outlets can come in so many forms such as cooking, writing, social media, decorating, painting, poetry, and even business. It’s less about doing and more about being in the creative mode.The research is clear, getting into c...2022-12-191h 12The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 53: Are You Busy or in a Hurry with Linda GloverIf you feel like you have only two speeds, hustle and exhaustion, this episode is for you.In this episode I interviewed my highschool friend, Linda Glover (G-luv-er 😉). Linda is a former professional musician turned real estate agent who recently shared a video on her social media about being stuck in “hustle culture.” Linda grew up thinking being in a constant rush is the norm but after marrying her husband who is way more chill, she saw there’s another way to live. She started to ask herself the question, “Why am I sti...2022-11-2152 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 52: Misconceptions of Intuitive EatingToday I'm clearing up some misconceptions people seem to have about intuitive eating!There are studies about intuitive eating you can find here:Studies - Intuitive EatingYou can subscribe to my email list below:VMPRES2 Email Marketing -You can find my freebies below:“Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing”. It includes a PDF and mini-video training. You can access it at the link in my Instagram bio or below:VMPRES2 Email Marketing -Get your free guide to managing the...2022-11-0737 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 51: Why I'm Leaving Social MediaAfter much thought and consideration, this is why I'm leaving social media. I hope this inspires you to reflect on your own relationship with social media, what's working for you, what's not and any boundaries you may need to put in place:)You can stay connected with me below:You can subscribe to my email list below:VMPRES2 Email Marketing -You can find my freebies below:“Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing”. It includes a PDF and mini-video training. You can access it at the link in my Instagram bio...2022-10-2447 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 50: Celebrating my 50th Episode!!!!!I wanted to celebrate my 50th podcast episode with you all!!!! Thank you so much for listening and being part of my podcast family. Today I am interviewed by my wonderful partner, Ray Dalton (fellow therapist), and I answer some questions, reflect with you all and share about the future of BFF:)You can subscribe to my email list below:VMPRES2 Email Marketing -You can find my freebies below:“Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing”. It includes a PDF and mini-video training. You can access it at the link in my Inst...2022-10-1049 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 49: Mindful Meal Prepping with Lisa Dahl (Part 2)Lisa Dahl (my guest for today) and I spoke so long that I decided to make this a 2 part episode!In part 1, we discuss Lisa’s own body and food story and all things gentle nutrition. Gentle nutrition is the last principle in the intuitive eating framework and can be challenging!In part 2, we discuss mindful meal planning and meal prepping, practical ways to implement this and overcoming barriers to this.We discussed the below resources:1. Plan to Eat app (free two week trial period)2. “Raising an Intuitive Eater” by Summer Brooks and Amee Severs...2022-09-2635 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 48: Gentle Nutrition with Lisa Dahl (Part 1)Lisa Dahl (my guest for today) and I spoke so long that I decided to make this a 2 part episode!In part 1, we discuss Lisa’s own body and food story and all things gentle nutrition. Gentle nutrition is the last principle in the intuitive eating framework and can be challenging!In part 2, we discuss mindful meal planning and meal prepping, practical ways to implement this and overcoming barriers to this.We discussed the below resources:1. Plan to Eat app (free two week trial period)2. “Raising an Intuitive Eater” by Summer Brooks and Amee Severs...2022-09-121h 01The Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 47: Are You Stuck in Hustle Culture?Today we talk about hustle culture, how to know if you're stuck in it and ways to get out! I hope you enjoy this episode.Brene Brown Values:Living Into Our ValuesArticles on Hustle Culture:You can find my freebies below:“Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing”. It includes a PDF and mini-video training. You can access it at the link in my Instagram bio or below:VMPRES2 Email Marketing -Get your free guide to managing the not good enough voice PDF - Not Good Enough:PD...2022-07-2538 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 46: 5 Tips for Improving Body ImageToday I share 5 tips for improving body image! I also have a blog on this here:https://greenlifepsychology.com/blog/You can find my freebies below:“Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing”. It includes a PDF and mini-video training. You can access it at the link in my Instagram bio or below:https://bffp.activehosted.com/f/5Get your free guide to managing the not good enough voice PDF - Not Good Enough:https://mailchi.mp/280ed5288217/ollcm0j9yiApply for the Body and Food Freedom Program:ht...2022-07-1129 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEpisode 45: Real Talk about Food and Body Freedom with Uniyme Oguta My guest for today is Unyime Oguta, a Life and Nutrition Coach for Mums. She is passionate about equipping mothers with the mindset, strategy, and skills to help them stop surviving and start thriving in the beautiful chaos that is motherhood. Through her private coaching and podcast, The Thriving Mum Podcast, she challenges, educates, and motivates mothers and mothers-at-heart on their path to creating the motherhood of their dreams without sacrificing their health and well-being.In this conversation, we discuss:-misconceptions of intuitive eating and where we see people go wrong with it-the i...2022-06-271h 15The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 44 - Periods and Body Image (Part 2)A few exciting announcements first:-I have an awesome new freebie called “Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing”. It includes a PDF and mini-video training. You can access it at the link in my Instagram bio or below:VMPRES2 Email Marketing - (activehosted.com)-My CURIOUS webinar (creating body peace and food freedom) is open for registration!!! The link to register is here:https://pfnl.co/XZdeTDon't forget the coupon code is PODCAST FAMILY for $10 off!!My CURIOUS webinar is taking place June 29th at 7...2022-06-2039 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 43 - You Won't Want to Miss This! This is a short episode about my newest offer called the CURIOUS METHOD MASTERCLASS! Here's the registration link:https://pfnl.co/XZdeTIt's live online on June 29, 2022 at 7pm AEDT. I will have a free giveaway for those who attend live! Recording will be sent out for those who can't attend live. This is for you if:-you’re sick of worrying/obsessing about food all the time -you’re aware that dieting/weight loss attempts have failed and you’re longing for a different path ...2022-06-1320 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 42 - Periods and Body Image (Part 1)This is part one of a conversation with my sometimes co-host and childhood best friend, Reva Segnitz, where we talk about periods, self-care during different parts of our cycle and how this can all impact body image and eating! I hope you come away feeling more understood, seen and with permission to be kind to yourself!A few exciting announcements:-I have an awesome new freebie called “Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing”. It includes a PDF and mini-video training. You can access it at the link in my Instagram bio or below:http...2022-06-0633 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 41 - "My Story, My Mission"WELCOME TO SEASON 2 of my podcast!! I am so excited about what’s in store for you…including some new offers, new freebies and some awesome guests!Today, I share about my own body and food story and how it’s shaped my mission in helping other women.Feel free to listen, rate this podcast with 5 stars and find me on social media below😊I am so happy to have you listening!Get my new freebie!! Top 5 Reasons Your Diet Keeps Failing (comes with PDF and video training):https://bffp.acti...2022-05-3043 min
Non-Diet Companion™Vanessa Preston: Trauma and Its Impact on Our Relationship With FoodIn this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Vanessa Preston about trauma and its impact on various aspects of our lives including our relationship with food. Vanessa is a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychotherapist, and Nutritionist in Australia (originally from Kentucky). She has provided assessment and therapy services for 14 years and specializes in treating posttraumatic stress disorder and complex trauma. Vanessa is the Body and Food Freedom Program creator and the host of the Body and Food Freedom Podcast where she supports women to make peace with food and their bodies. Vanessa’s group program focuses on se...2022-05-1958 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 40 - Talking Core Beliefs with Dr. Lara ZibarrasWelcome to the last episode of Season 1!!! Season 2 will kick off June 2022….I have some awesome stuff in store for you😊 In the meantime, connect with me on Instagram at @vanessa_preston_My guest for today was so lovely to interview and is coming to us all the way from London!Dr Lara Zibarras is a psychologist and food freedom coach. She helps women create a healthy and happy relationship with food, without guilt or emotional eating. She is the founder of the Health Mindset Matters program which helps women discover the science and psych...2022-04-041h 04The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 39 - Relating to Anxiety DifferentlyIf you, your child or your partner struggle with anxiety, today’s episode is for you!I talk about:-what the DSM says about anxiety-learning to view anxiety differently-viewing anxiety on a spectrum and learning strategies to respond-a super basic explanation of Polyvagal theory and how this can helpApply for the Body and Food Freedom ProjectApply for the BFF group hereGet your free guide to managing the not good enough voice PDF - Not Good EnoughConnect with Vanessa!...2022-03-2840 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 38 - Intuitive Eating for Families and Men with Jeff AshJoin me in welcoming Jeff Ash to my podcast!!Jeff Ash is a certified nutritionist, personal trainer, and intuitive eating coach living in Houston, TX USA. He works with individuals, families, adolescents, and children to help them transform their relationship with food and develop healthy bodies, minds, and attitudes without restriction, guilt, shame, or fixation on the size and shape of their body. He enjoys the outdoors, traveling, woodworking, and ninja warrior obstacle course training. Jeff also recently started up an IG account called @intuitive.eating.men and a podcast called Men's Intuition aimed at...2022-03-211h 02The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 37 - F*ck Joyful MovementIf you’ve been in the non-diet space, you have likely heard the term “joyful movement”. If you struggle with this concept, this episode is for you!Many women I work with either totally avoid exercise OR they have engaged with it in an unhealthy way…punishing themselves for what they ate, having an all or nothing mentality about it, thinking certain exercise doesn’t count or isn’t hard enough. Engaging with exercise in this way is shaped by diet culture- which teaches us that exercise is all about weight loss or changing our bodies. Messages like “no pai...2022-03-141h 14The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 36 - What Does Restriction Even Mean?In the non-diet world and intuitive eating spaces, you will hear the word “restriction”. But I have found in my work that often we don’t know what that means. We think, “Oh Vanessa, I let myself eat donuts and pizza so I’m not restricting”. However, it’s more complex and deeper than that.Today I discuss:-what restriction means-I talk about physical and mental restriction-common forms of restriction that are normalised in the dieting world-how our bodies fight back against restriction and dieting-the restrict binge cycleTh...2022-03-0734 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 35 - Intuitive Eating and Diabetes with Lindsay SarsonI am so excited for today’s guest and I think everyone can learn something from today’s episode!Lindsay Sarson is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and host of The Intuitive Diabetic Podcast. Lindsay runs an online non-diet, holistic nutrition practice that is focused on helping her clients ditch the diets and improve their relationships with food and body so that they can sustainably support their whole health (mind, body, and spirit). As a person living with diabetes for 32 years (Type 1), Lindsay also has a special interest in changing the diet culture narrative prev...2022-02-2854 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 34 - Perfectionism Steals Joy with Ardelle ViauArdelle Viau an Intuitive Eating Coach and Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant, and Vanessa discuss:How perfectionism with food makes you miserable and how you can find balanceIs perfectionism bad? Here's why it's stealing your joyHow to embrace your imperfections and begin to appreciate what they bring to the tableWhere Ardelle's perfectionism came from and how she overcome itIs intuitive eating the solution for individuals struggling with perfectionismWhat causes perfectionism? — Frequent fear of disapprovalAbout Ardelle:...2022-02-2142 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 33 - Speaking with Eve (BFF Participant)This episode gave me goosebumps!Today I speak with Eve Skliros. Eve recently completed the Body and Food Freedom Project (my 16 week women's group) which she said was a transformational experience both personally and professionally. Eve works as a clinical dietitian in Melbourne Australia. She's a mum of 2 young kids, enjoys being in nature, dancing like nobody is watching and spending time with her family and 2 cats.In this episode, we talk about:-her fears starting the Body and Food Freedom Project-what this work was like doing within a group setting2022-02-1458 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 32 - What are You Postponing in the Name of Weight LossIn this episode, I discuss the heartbreaking trend I see among many women....postponing parts of their lives in the pursuit of thinness. I hear women all the time say: I will do that business dream when...I will wear that when....I will try that when...And often when never comes. If you relate, stay tuned for today's episode:)Resources:http://fiercefatty.com/https://bodyimagewithbri.com/Apply for the Body and Food Freedom Project/Book discovery Call2022-02-0735 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 31 - Hear from my BFF Group!Join me as I interview my guests, Jo, Yaz, and Kristi, on how the Body and Food Freedom group transformed their relationship with food, their bodies and exercise! We discuss:Their experience in my 16 week groupHow doing the work within the group helped reduce shameHow their relationship with their bodies improvedHow their relationship with food changedHow the work goes beyond food and bodyWhat it was like integrating self-compassion into their livesAbout Kristi:Kristi is a psychologist who has worked with young people and families for over 15 years. She is trauma-informed, person-centered, and...2022-01-311h 11The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 30 - But There's Something Wrong with Me (Shame Heals in Community)Join Vanessa today as she talks about what helps with shame and how to get help for shame. She will also discuss:How does community help you cope with shameWhat does shame look likeWhat are shame and guilt, and how are they differentHow does shame growHow is shame associated with suppression of emotionsThe less you talk about shame, the more power it has over your lifeHow vulnerability can make your life betterApply for...2022-01-2420 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 29 - Undiet Your Life with Stephanie DodierJoin Vanessa as she speaks to her guest, Stephanie Dodier, on how to break free from diet culture and become the expert on your own body. They will be discussing:What does undiet your life meanWhy do dieting and weight worries rise at a young ageCan a thought cause a panic attackHow does diet mentality show up for womenWhat is the wishful thinking trap on diet cultureAre people happier after losing weightDoes your weight determine how healthy...2022-01-171h 00The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 28 - Not Another Weight Loss ResolutionJoin Vanessa as she discusses how to make your new year's resolution wellness, NOT a weight loss. She will also talk through:Why new year's resolutions to lose weight often end in failureHow diet culture impacts most women as holiday approachFat profits: How the diet culture industries cashed in on body image issuesPervasive negative beliefs – who made you feel worthlessWhy are knowing your core beliefs important how do they affect youWhy women should stop wasting their time, money and energy pu...2021-12-2738 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 27 - The Racism of Diet Culture: Lean into Discomfort with Shelby Gordon (Part 2)Today Vanessa interviews Shelby Gordon.Shelby is a retired professional dieter who broke the chains of restriction, excessive exercise and body hatred to embrace Body Trust. She helps professionals and organizations to collaborate and ignite their awareness of the intersection of insidious racism and dehumanizing diet culture.For today's interview, I recommend staying open minded, curious and to lean into discomfort.In this interview: -Shelby discusses the body positive movement and how it's currently been co-opted- leaving out the very people who developed it. -Shelby shares about the racist roots of di...2021-12-201h 12The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 26 - I'm the CEO of this Body with Shelby Gordon (Part 1)Today Vanessa interviews Shelby Gordon.Shelby is a retired professional dieter who broke the chains of restriction, excessive exercise and body hatred to embrace Body Trust. She helps professionals and organizations to collaborate and ignite their awareness of the intersection of insidious racism and dehumanizing diet culture.In this interview: -Shelby shares about her own story of ditching diet culture and finding body trust. -Shelby talks about ways to respond to the chief weight stigmatizers in our lives (the family members or friends who judge our bodies and make comments). She talks about wa...2021-12-1356 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 25 - Beauty Comes From the Inside with Natasha NgindiNatasha Ngindi, the founder of The Thick Nutritionist brand, and who promotes enjoyable movement for ALL bodies, and Vanessa discuss:Natasha's experience in breaking up with diet culture for goodTips on how she find joy in moving her bodyDescribing the impact of body image in different culturesThe hurtful reality: Most people think that losing weight can make you more attractiveSay what? Coping with comments about your weight with your loved onesMute or unfollow people who make you feel bad on...2021-12-0634 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 24 - Collaboration over Competition, Intuitive Eating and Emotional Eating with Sabrina RogersSabrina and I met in a group mentorship program where we became friends and colleagues. Listen along as we speak about:- Why woman feel the need to compete and overcoming this- The inner critic, shame and self-compassion- How restricting food and pleasure impacts us- Our own experiences with emotional eating, binge eating and restriction- How intuitive eating can help us have a more peaceful relationship with foodAbout Sabrina:Sabrina Rogers is a licensed mental health counselor...2021-11-3059 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 23 - Healthism, Orthorexia and Social Determinants of Health with Katie ValleyKatie Valley, a Holistic Nutritionist, Intuitive Eating Coach and Adjunct Professor, and Vanessa discuss:- Understanding Healthism - When healthy eating becomes a disorder- Why do people do intuitive eating (to improve your overall health and wellness)- Stop striving for an unrealistic body type and learning to treat the body with respect and appreciation- no matter what it looks like- Her own experience to get used to intuitive eating- How d...2021-11-2952 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 22 - Shame, Self-Compassion and Exercise with Stefanie BenderStefanie Bender, a non-diet strength coach, and Vanessa discuss:Shame and shame resilienceHow to integrate self-compassion into a daily practiceHer transition from classic diet approach with clients to integrating intuitive eating into her life and in her coachingA bit about her own food and body story (relatable)Some tips for improving your relationship with exerciseStefanie was a delight to chat with and I hope you enjoy this conversation! Jump to Instagram and follow her journey!Where...2021-11-2250 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 21 - Dealing with Imposter SyndromeHave you ever felt like you are not good enough? Like, no matter how much evidence there is that you are successfully navigating your lives, jobs, and relationships, still, you hold these false beliefs that you aren’t actually capable of. Spoiler alert: Most other people have felt this way too - Men and women. This is called imposter syndrome. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston will talk about how imposter syndrome affects a person’s life and what are the practical tips to overcome it. Stay tuned!Here are the things to expect in the episode:2021-11-1519 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 20 - Binge Eating, Eating Disorders, and Intuitive Eating with Dr Jake LinardonFor today's episode, Vanessa Preston, with her guest, Dr. Jake Linardon, will talk about eating disorders - normalizing that it will happen to any of us and it is okay to ask for any help available. Also, we will learn the underlying symptoms of eating disorders such as binge eating and what triggers this behavior. Stay tuned!In this episode: What is an eating disorder?Why is it important to know about eating disorders?Do men experience body image issues?How do men deal with t...2021-11-081h 04The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 19 - Coping with Body GriefBody grief. What does this grieving look like in daily life? Many people mistakenly believe that grief is a single emotion, but for people who experienced grief - it is actually powerful and multifaceted. For today's episode let's listen to Vanessa Preston as she talks about how most women grieve for their ideal body and how women go through size acceptance and let go of the unrealistic wish to make their body size conform to fat-phobic societal ideals of female beauty. Is there a way to create comfort in your own body? Stay tuned!What to...2021-11-0128 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 18 - How can Breathwork Help Us with Siobhan MacleodWhat do you need to do to survive each and every day here on Earth? One of the most important things you need to do constantly to survive is - Breathing - of course! We do it so often — and without thinking. But did you know that there is a better way to breathe? For today's episode let's listen to Vanessa Preston, together with her guest, Siobhan Macleod as they talk about breathwork. Breathwork refers to breathing practices that influence a person's mental, emotional or physical state, with a claimed therapeutic effect. There are several breathwork approaches to im...2021-10-2536 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 17 - What is EMDR with Caroline BurrowsIs there a way to get past your past? Today’s episode, Vanessa Preston with her guest, Caroline Burrows, will introduce the Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing or EMDR. This is an integrative psychotherapy approach that has been extensively researched and proven effective for the treatment of trauma and other symptoms by reconnecting the traumatized person in a safe and measured way to the images, self-thoughts, emotions, and body sensations associated with the trauma, and allowing the natural healing powers of the brain to move toward adaptive resolution. What a unique and powerful therapy! Stay tuned!...2021-10-1835 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 16 - Fatphobia and the Fitness Industry with Jolyn MartinWhy does fatphobia exist? A whole host of factors fuel fatphobia, so it seems complicated. These days, thin is now considered upper class, beautiful, and healthy. People mistakenly see higher-weight people as refusing to take care of themselves; They are lazy, unintelligent, or disgusting. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston with her guest, Jolyn Martin will help us understand and trace the roots of fatphobia and how people become so obsessed with thinness. Stay tuned!#nondiettrainer #nondietcoach #athomefitness #healthateverysize #antidietWhat to expect from the episode: What is f...2021-10-1150 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 15 - Yoga is for Every BODY with Victoria ArklieDISCLAIMER: We talk specific eating disorder behaviours at 18:44-19:00. Feel free to fast forward.What comes to your mind when you hear the word Yoga? Yoga is not only about physical fitness or expensive yoga outfits. Today, Vanessa Preston with her guest, Victoria Arklie will talk about yoga and its wonderful benefits. Yoga's incorporation of meditation and breathing can help improve a person's mental well-being. They will also discuss how the diet culture shows up in yoga spaces and idealizing thin, white, able-bodied "yoga bodies" harms us all. So let's shut down fat shaming and toxic...2021-10-0441 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 14 - Sexual Trauma, Body Image and FoodSexual violence is shockingly common in our society. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston will discuss the impact of sexual violence that goes far beyond any physical injuries and the trauma can be shattering, leaving you feeling scared, ashamed, and alone or plagued by nightmares, flashbacks, and other unpleasant memories. Most of women developed an eating disorder following sexual abuse. Recovering from sexual assault takes time, and the healing process can be painful. But you can regain your sense of control, rebuild your self-worth, and learn to heal. Stay tuned! What to expect from the e...2021-09-2730 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 13 - Managing the "Not Good Enough" Voice"You are not good enough!" - this is from the innermost voice inside your head. Does that sound familiar to you? Sadly, most women can relate that they feel unlovable, unworthy, and not good enough. This voice, especially negative and repetitive ones, are code for underlying emotion driven by unmet need and unrealistic expectation. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston will help us how to manage this voice of self-criticism inside your head. She will also distinguish the difference between feeling guilt and shame and learning to identify it. Stay tuned!What to expect from...2021-09-2019 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 12 - Vintage Beauty Ads...WTFBeauty product advertising bombards consumers on a daily basis. They create promises to consumers that certain products can make consumers look younger and sexier. So, when did these beauty industries invented, and how did advertisements featuring beauty products actually lower female consumers' self-esteem? For today's episode, Vanessa Preston with her co-host Reva Segnitz will discuss how advertisements took over the ideas of perfectionism to women and how has the concept of beauty changed throughout history. Stay tuned! In this episode we cover: Misleading advertisements and its impact on consumers.Ad...2021-09-131h 15The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 11 - But I'm Scared I'll Gain WeightHow terrified are you of gaining weight? People, culture, and advertisements force us to believe that we need to control our weight to achieve happiness, attractive looks, good mental health, or being healthy overall. Vanessa Preston will talk about the fear of most women gaining weight living beyond the scale, and how beauty filters took over social media just to fit in the impossible standard. Stay tuned!Here are the things to expect in the episode:The causes of the fear of gaining weight.Avoiding gaining weight increases the...2021-09-0723 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp.10 - Introducing Intuitive EatingDieting is a constant cycle of restriction, deprivation, cravings, giving in, feeling guilty, and starting again. Health does not equal thinness, but the diet culture in our society is obsessed with this idea. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston will talk about the philosophy of intuitive eating and will make you realize that it is important to be an expert on your own body and creating a healthy relationship with food, mind & body. Stay tuned! Here are the things to expect in the episode: Intuitive eating and who developed it.The 10 principles of intuitive eating.What are th...2021-09-0328 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 10 - Introducing Intuitive EatingDieting is a constant cycle of restriction, deprivation, cravings, giving in, feeling guilty, and starting again. Health does not equal thinness, but the diet culture in our society is obsessed with this idea. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston will talk about the philosophy of intuitive eating and will make you realize that it is important to be an expert on your own body and creating a healthy relationship with food, mind & body. Stay tuned! Here are the things to expect in the episode: Intuitive eating and who developed it.The 10 principles of intuitive ea...2021-08-3028 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 9 - Bonus Episode- Exercise isn't Always ComfortableWhy are you exercising? Recognizing the answer to this question will tell us if your reason for exercising is beneficial or not when it comes to your mental health. Today, Vanessa Preston will talk about the importance of flexibility when we exercise, reflecting on what this particular body movement means for you, and knowing that exercise isn’t always comfortable. Stay tuned!Here's the overview in this episode:Exercise can be a negative thing for mental health if you are motivated by shame or guilt.How is...2021-08-2317 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 8 - What's Messing with Your Motivation to Exercise with Kim HagleHuman beings do not need exercise. Isn't it shocking? Well, for today's episode Kim Hagle, a certified Personal Trainer and a Registered Holistic Nutritionist will empower and inspire women to find the confidence in their body that they've been chasing without struggling themselves in an exercise. Together with our host, Vanessa Preston will surely help us to understand that changing your mindset will change how you see and feel about yourself. Stay tuned! In this episode we cover: What is joyful movement?Shifting Motivations: Women reflections on physical activity....2021-08-1654 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 7 - Shopping with Body Image IssuesClothes shopping while you're struggling with body image? Many of us women have very poor body self-esteem and it really affects our shopping and dressing. For today's episode, Vanessa Preston is inviting us as she discusses practical tips on how you will deal with body image perceptions and their influence on clothing preferences among women. Stay tuned! Here's the overview in this episode:The body image discrimination in fashion.Be as comfortable as possible in your body and what you wear. A Bad Body Image Day: Do no...2021-08-0922 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 6 - Body Image 101Join Vanessa Preston in this episode as she talks about body image and why it is important. She will be discussing and will help us to understand the four components of body image: Perceptual, Affective, Cognitive, and Behavioural. And what are some influences in society that affect our views on body image? Stay tuned!In this episode we cover:Body image and self-esteem for teens.Aging is scary: Why society embarrasses women as they age.How do you see yourself?The importance of how you...2021-08-0228 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 5 - Lived Experiences of Self-Objectification (Part 2)Should you apologize if you didn't do anything wrong? Most women are guilty of apologizing for how they look every now and then. Vanessa Preston and Reva Segnitz will help us women to change that kind of mentality and to dig deep into how women can become more than a body, and how self-objectification comes into play with our body image. Stay tuned!Here's the overview in this episode:Why do women like to objectify themselves?How to stop apologizing for being yourself.The effects of sexual...2021-07-261h 05The Curious Therapist ShowEp. 4 - Lived Experiences of Objectification (Part 1)What are the effects of objectifying women? Let's join Vanessa Preston with her co-host Reva Segnitz as they talk about women who fall into the trap of defining beauty by society's standards. In this episode, they will discuss the danger of comparing yourself to others and how you overcome the need for external validation. Stay tuned! #normalizenormalbodiesHere are the things to expect in the episode: Social Psychological Perception: Why Appearance Matters.Society and its unrealistic beauty standards.What does objectifying mean?Effects of ob...2021-07-1354 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 3 - What is Self-Compassion?For today's episode, Vanessa Preston will talk about the power of self-compassion. She will help us to understand the three elements of self-compassion: Self-kindness vs. Self-judgment. Common humanity vs. Isolation. Mindfulness vs. Over-identification. Join her as she speaks about the benefits of developing self-compassion and to overcome your inner critic. Stay tuned!Here are the things to expect in the episode: What is self-compassion and its importance?Can self-compassion make you happier?The difference between self-compassion and self-pity.The value of acknowledging your m...2021-07-1325 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 2 - What is Diet Culture?We need to stop stereotyping beauty. Research shows 91% of women around the world believe that they are not good enough. For today's episode, let's listen to Vanessa Preston as she speaks about the dangers of diet cultures: Risks and Reasons to Stop!What to expect from the episode: How do millennials see diets?Does thinness equate to health?How do most women describe diet culture?Importance of reconnecting to your own body.Sneaky diet culture: How food advertising and marketing can be m...2021-07-1223 minThe Curious Therapist ShowEp. 1 - IntroVanessa Preston is a mental health social worker, psychotherapist, and nutritionist. Let's join her as she talks about women who are traumatized by body shaming. How this body shame affects their relationships, comfort, and connection to other people. Stay tuned!Here's the overview in this episode:Worrying about what others think of youHow diets steal your health and happinessStop hating your body: Principle of Intuitive eatingPractice body respectBody shaming. What...2021-06-2319 min