Recovery Bites

In this episode, Karin welcomes Rebecca Eyre, LMHC (she/her), CEO of Project HEAL, to the show for, “Equity Isn’t Exclusive.” Learn about Project HEAL's mission for equitable access to care, examining treatment resistance, internal vs systemic barriers for care, the disproportionate ratio of eating disorder providers to individuals suffering, denormalizing the notion of being “sick enough,” the confines to care if outside of society’s stereotype, Project HEAL's Treatment Access program, and more! Rebecca Eyre is the CEO of Project HEAL, the leading eating disorder nonprofit in the US creating equitable access to care through offering direct services to eating disorder sufferers who are unable to access treatment, in addition to their research, advocacy, and community education. Rebecca is a licensed therapist who has treated individuals with eating disorders since 2011, during which time she has gained expertise on the many systemic, healthcare, and financial barriers that millions in the US face when seeking eating disorder care. She is a vocal advocate at the intersection of eating disorders and social justice, and believes that the key to transforming the eating disorder landscape into an accessible, affirming, and healing space for everyone is expansion. Learn more at www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode107

In this episode, Karin welcomes Paula Scatoloni, MSW, embodiment educator, sound therapist, and workshop facilitator,to the show for, “Somatic Experiencing.” Join Karin and Paula for a conversation on somatic experiencing, safe ways to tune into your body, how the nervous system influences the mind-body system, Embodied Recovery, restoring health through sound and vibration, the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), body detachment, “showing up” for recovery, and more! Paula Scatoloni, MSW is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and Certified Safe and Sound Protocol Provider in Durham, NC, with more than two decades practicing in the field of eating disorders. Paula has been involved in the field of embodiment for three decades and has training in innovative approaches that bridge neuroscience, physiology, interpersonal neurobiology, transpersonal psychology, and the creative arts with non-Western models of health and healing. She has taught extensively on the etiology and treatment of eating disorders through workshops, professional trainings, and conferences for over a decade. You can learn more by visiting karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode106

In this episode, Karin welcomes Meghan Morris-Weberling, ceramic artist, sculptor, and devotee of the organic process,to the show for, “Art is the Highest Form of Healing." Join Karin and Meghan for a discussion on the relationship between art and recovery, the uniqueness of the word “recovery,” the inward and outward components of recovery, Meghan’s experience of motherhood and recovery, the intertwining of “hope” and “showing up,” the effects that trying to “fit-in” have on the soul, and much more! Meghan Morris-Weberling is a ceramic artist, sculptor, and devotee of the organic process. With deep reverence for nature, her work bears witness to its formal evolution. Each piece is unique and reverberates with the impulse to grow. Meghan’s experience farming for a number of seasons enhanced her intuitive captivation with visual, cyclical change, and this informs her work greatly. After studying Philosophy and Ceramics at Skidmore College, and completed her MFA in Portland, Oregon, at the Pacific Northwest College of Art. She is currently based in Cambridge, MA, where she continues to create a body of ceramic work ranging from bud vases to abstract sculpture.is an artist, working in clay to make primarily vessels and sculptural abstract organic forms. Learn more at www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode105

In this episode, Karin welcomes JD Ouellette, MS, educator turned eating disorder professional,to the show for, “Radical Responsibility.” Join Karin and JD for a conversation on the importance of early family intervention, the role of psychoeducation for supports, how Family-Based Treatment (FBT) supports and changes the family system, the ways in which the eating disorder “voice” is the loudest voice, challenging parental fears of perpetuating harm for their child, setting boundaries with children, radical responsibility that comes with lived experience, and much more! JD Ouellette, MS is an educator turned family mentor who came into this work after helping her youngest child fully recover from an eating disorder using FBT, which ignited JD’s passion for access to evidence-based care. She became active in online family support communities, writing, attending and speaking at conferences. JD’s fervor for sharing with other parents through educating and mentoring eventually led her to open her own peer coaching practice. Learn more at www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode104

In this episode, Karin welcomes Lindsey Magner, MMFC-T(she, her), Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in trauma, LGBTQIA+, attachment, non-traditional family structures, relationships, and life transitions for our newest episode of the show. Join Karin and Lindsey for a conversation on the challenges of feeling broken and finding authentic self, the spiritual experience of loving your body, love as a feeling as opposed to an action, the intersection of eroticism and embodiment, examining pleasure outside of the confines of societal and religious beliefs, embracing sexual and spiritual transformation in recovery, recognizing the harm of performative lifestyles, inner child work, societal demands for self-denial, non-traditional family structures, the sanctity of truth, the act of “showing up” for yourself and others, what recovery is to Lindsey, and much more! Lindsey Magner, MMFC-T (she/her) believes that trauma is at the heart of much of our suffering. Her vocational pull towards counseling is rooted in her personal experience of walking through her trauma, addiction, and eating disorder; alongside therapists of her own, which saved her life. Learn more at www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode103

In this episode, Karin welcomes Dr. Anita Johnston, Ph.D., CEDS-S, clinical psychologist, certified eating disorders specialist and supervisor, author of "Eating in the Light of the Moon: How Women Can Transform Their Relationship with Food Through Myths, Metaphors, and Storytelling," and eating psychology pioneer with a passion for working with eating difficulties for over thirty-five years. Join Karin and Dr. Johnston for a discussion onthe transformational power of collective healing practices, what it means to “belong” as opposed to “fitting in,” the use of metaphors from a therapeutic standpoint, shifting one’s understanding of triggers, holistically addressing hunger, Anita’s best selling novel,“Eating in the Light of the Moon,” and much more! Learn more at www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode102

We are honored to welcome our next guest, Dr. Katie Gordon, licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in cognitive-behavioral therapy to the show for "A Compassionate Conversation on Suicide." Prior to working as a therapist, Dr. Gordon was a professor for ten years. She was recognized as an Inspiring Teacher for her classes about psychopathology, empirically-supported therapy, and cultural diversity. Dr. Gordon is a mental health researcher who has published over eighty scientific articles and book chapters on suicidal behavior, disordered eating, and related topics. She co-hosts Psychodrama Podcast, blogs for Psychology Today, and shares mental health information through her website, kathrynhgordon.com. Dr. Gordon's first book, “The Suicidal Thoughts Workbook”, was published in July of 2021. Join Karin and Dr. Gordon to discuss statistics on suicide, the risk factors for suicide, safety plans for those at risk, compassionately validating the emotional components of suicidal thoughts, skills for clinicians and supporters, and toxic societal messages. Learn more at https://www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode101

For our 100th episode, Karin is honored to be joined by Schuyler Bailar (he/him), internationally-celebrated inspirational speaker, author, advocate for trans inclusion, body acceptance, and mental health awareness, and the 1st trans athlete on an NCAA D1 men's team. Join Karin and Schuyler for a discussion on gender literacy, gender affirming treatment, the different phases of transition, therapeutic and medical gatekeeping, Schuyler’s gender literacy course LaneChanger.com, the trauma from misgendering clients, the origins of Schuyler’s first novel “Obie is Man Enough” and much more. Schuyler Bailar (he/him) is an author, activist, Life Coach and the 1st trans athlete to competein any sporton anNCAA Division 1 men’s team. Throughout his journey, but particularly in high school, Schuyler struggled with issues of body image and self-esteem, often battling with disordered eating and self-harm. In therapy, it became clear that Schuyler’s real struggle was with gender identity and that he was transgender. Schuyler’s difficultchoice–to transition while potentially giving up the prospect of being an NCAA Champion–was historic. His story has appeared everywhere from60 MinutestoThe Washington Post. Schuyler’s tireless advocacy has earned him numerous honors including LGBTQ Nation’s Instagram Advocate for 2020. In 2021, Schuyler alsoreleased his first middle-grade novel,"Obie Is Man Enough". Schuyler also launched his gender literacy series LaneChanger.com, an educational resource accessible to every school, business, and team. Learn more at www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode100

In this episode, Karin is joined by Merrit Elizabeth, Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach specializing in the health and wellness of adolescent and young adult women to the show for the newest episode of Recovery Bites, "Recovery Coach Reset" Join Karin and Merrit for a discussion on the negative influences of social media, especially for the vulnerable navigating life transitions, such as college, the oscillating cycle between Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa, embracing imperfection in recovery, the toxic college environment steeped in diet culture, the role of early intervention and education, creating “family” systems in recovery, the benefits of an eating disorder coach, how honesty can get one “unstuck,” and much more. Merrit Elizabeth Stahle is a Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach specializing in the health and wellness of adolescent and young adult women. Throughout her teen years, Merrit struggled with her own eating disorder and treatment that left her feeling isolated and ashamed. Eventually, with treatment and the daily support of my family, Merrit recovered fully. She graduated magna cum laude from Southern Methodist University with degrees in Journalism, French Studies, and Fashion Media before pursuing a career in the fashion industry in Los Angeles. While volunteering as a peer mentor with young women struggling with eating disorders, Merrit realized her true purpose in life was to assist others in finding recovery. She returned to Dallas to earn her master’s degree in Health Promotion Management and a specialized certification in eating disorder recovery coaching through the Carolyn Costin Institute. As a certified eating disorder coach, Merrit supports clients and the client’s treatment team to assist clients in making the necessary day to day behavior changes necessary for recovery. In essence, coaches provide a crucial aspect of treatment by accompanying clients in everyday situations and providing exposure and response prevention. Merrit’s favorite things in life include family, friends, food, and traveling. She also has two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels whom she adores. Learn more by visiting https://www.karinlewisedc.com/podcast/episode99

In this episode, Karin is joined by Anne Poirier, BS, CSCS for the newest episode of Recovery Bites, "The Body Joyful." Join Karin and Anne for a discussion about Anne’s book, “The Body Joyful,” the wear and tear of one’s inner critic, self-doubt and self-loathing at a young age, stepping into discomfort, the effects of internalizing the belief that one needs to be smaller to fit in, healing the present by examining the past with compassion and curiosity, allowing for a safe space to practice different ways of thinking, acting, and perceiving food, and much more! Anne Poirier BS, CSCS is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Body Confidence Coach, Self-Talk Trainer and Eating Disorder Specialist. Having overcome her own eating, food, weight, and body image challenges and drawing upon close to 4 decades of experience, Anne Poirier put pen to paper and wrote the book “The Body Joyful — My journey from self-loathing to self-acceptance” to share her highly personal and life-cha...