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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
20 hours ago4 min read
Suppressing the Appetite — A Quick Fix with Long-Term Costs?
"I’m not here to shame anyone for using appetite suppressants like Ozempic or Wegovy. Your body is your business. For some people, these...
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Lindsay Hall, AMFT
Jul 25, 20242 min read
Creating a Body-Positive Home Environment for Teens
Eating disorder therapist Lindsay Hall writes about how to create a body-positive home environment for teens.
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Jul 3, 20242 min read
"I am what I am, and it's pretty good."
Neurofeedback brainwave training helps Clara recover from disordered eating and body image stress.
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Feb 15, 20242 min read
Mom, Are Calories Bad?
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS When my son was just five years old, he came home from school one day and asked, "Mom, are calories bad?" It...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Feb 1, 20242 min read
The Problem is Not Her Body. The Problem is the Mistreatment of Female Bodies by Society.
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS Selena Gomez just bravely opened up about the pressure of living in the spotlight, constantly being judged...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Jan 30, 20244 min read
Semaglutide Medications (Ozempic, Wegovy, etc.) Could Worsen Binge-Eating Disorder
Navigating the Ozempic Craze in Eating Disorder Recovery By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS As an eating disorder specialist, I'm navigating the...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Jan 19, 20242 min read
Weight Rebounding & Yo-Yo Dieting Cycles with Ozempic
Navigating the Ozempic Craze in Eating Disorder Recovery By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS If you or someone you care about is in recovery from...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Jan 12, 20241 min read
Your Mental Health Matters More Than Any Eating Choice Or Number on the Scale
It's the new year and I've been hearing people beat themselves up for their food choices and weight. I just want to remind my friends in...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Dec 26, 20235 min read
How to Improve Body Image Without Focusing on Weight
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS Want to improve your body image without focusing on weight? Check out this guide to help you feel better...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Dec 17, 20235 min read
Navigating Unsolicited Body and Food Comments this Holiday Season
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS This holiday season, will you you be gathering friends and family who just can't help themselves when it...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Dec 14, 20238 min read
Helping Your Child Manage Body Image Stress...Without Promoting Food Restriction or Dieting
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS Is your child or teen experiencing body image stress? Here's a guide to help you help your child turn that...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Dec 7, 20231 min read
Body Confident Unicorns & Something Toxic in the Air
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS See More Like This on IG Have you ever noticed that it's more common to meet people who dislike their bodies...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Nov 28, 20232 min read
Please Don't Put Your Child Athlete on a Diet
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS I love watching my child play volleyball. However, I can't help but feel upset when I hear some parents from...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Nov 15, 20236 min read
10 Tips for Navigating Thanksgiving in Eating Disorder Recovery
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS Thanksgiving is a special time for many - a time to be grateful, connect with loved ones, and enjoy delicious...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Nov 13, 20232 min read
Is it Health or a Health Crisis? 🌱💔
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS Have you ever noticed that the behaviors we tend to associate with health can also be warning signs for...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Nov 6, 20232 min read
Navigating Unwanted Food And Body Talk
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS Are certain people in your life overly interested in your weight or food choices? Do they make comments about...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Oct 24, 20232 min read
How to Eat Candy without Losing Eating Control this Halloween
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS Happy Halloween, everyone! 🎃👻 We know that this holiday, with all its sweet, sugary candy, can be...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Oct 18, 20231 min read
"Am I Good Enough?" to "I Can Be of Service"
Quick Mindset-Shift for Eating Disorder Recovery By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS If you're struggling with an eating disorder, you've been...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Oct 9, 20231 min read
What My Body Says About Coffee
By: Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS I love coffee ☕️ The aroma when brewing, the taste of it with frothy milk, and the energy it gives me. But...
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Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS
Oct 3, 20231 min read
Quick-shift from Worry to Wellness
By Alison Ross, LMFT, CEDS 🌟 Struggling with an eating disorder can also mean battling anxiety. 💔 Worries about body image, eating...
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