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Sam Emch is a licensed independent clinical counselor with a specialty in trauma informed therapy.  She currently has a private practice with the Hull Institute in Cleveland, Ohio focusing on the confluence of eating disorders and trauma as well as general trauma informed therapy.  She shares her vast knowledge on trauma care including IFS (Internal Family Systems: Inner Child Healing), EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and DBR (Deep Brain Reorienting).  She highlights that recovery for those struggling with trauma involves a specialized provider, trust, preparing for the distress of activating memories and eventually reconnecting body and mind to “experience life in a non-traumatic view.”   Trauma Scales Sam Mentions: PCL-5 (PTSD Checklist)  DES2 (Dissociative Experiences Scale) RESES (Rosenberg Self Esteem Scale) ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)   Chapters: (00:00) Introduction: Sam Emch Training & Practice (03:22) IFS & Inner Child Healing (03:52) EMDR  (06:03) DBR   (06:53) Boat & Whale Metaphor (09:36) Bottom Up Approach (12:22) ED: Inner Child Protects Harmed Place (14:55) Avoidance Rewarded in Society (15:55) Harm Reduction (18:40) Managing Negative Cognitions (20:10) Finding Qualified Provider (21:50) Trust & Treatment (22:55) Signs of Trauma/Scales (24:15) Self-Esteem & Trauma (26:45) Is it Trauma or Traumatizing (27:50) The Role of Resiliency (29:30) When is it time to Treat Trauma? (30:20) Coping Skills/DBT House (33:50) Length of Tx/Trajectory (37:00) Treating Phobias as Trauma (39:10) What’s Wrong w/You v. What Happened to You (40:45) Compassion: Managing Shame (41:20) Intellectualizing Trauma (42:00) Better to Treat then Ignore Trauma (42:45) It’s OK to be Uncomfortable (43:00) Magical Journey Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Your hunger & fullness cues may be lying to you!  Intuitive Eating is complicated and so is how the body, mind and environment informs our eating habits - Especially if you have disordered eating!  --------------------------------------- Chapters: (00:00) Hunger, Fullness & Intuitive Eating (01:45) Physical (body) Cues (08:05) Cognitive (thought) Cues  (11:35) Structural (environment) Cues   (14:40) Intuitive Eating: It’s Complicated (15:00) Distress Work & Wrap Up Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Why are so many first responders suddenly tearful after 20 years?! Normalizing emotional expression, especially tears, in first responder culture can improve mental health, team cohesion, and personal resilience. In this episode, Caise and Corinne explore the emotional landscape of first responders, discussing why tears and emotional expressions are vital signs of health, not weakness. They delve into the cultural stigmas, physiological underpinnings, and practical strategies to normalize emotional expression in high-stress professions and everyday life. ------------------------------------------ Key topics: The biological connection between tears, cortisol, and stress relief The cultural stigma around emotional expression, especially for men and first responders How to support peers or loved ones who are crying or expressing emotion The importance of de-stigmatizing tears and emotional vulnerability at work and in personal life Practical language and actions to advocate for emotional normalization The role of the nervous system in emotional regulation, including sympathetic and parasympathetic responses How to create safe spaces for emotional release without judgment Recognizing and respecting individual emotional thresholds The damaging effects of toxic positivity and the importance of sitting with pain The misconception of masculinity and toxicity, emphasizing authentic human emotion --------------------------------- Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction to emotion and first responder wellness (01:42) - Why men are tearful after 20 years on the job (03:15) - Tears as a release of cortisol and stress (03:46) - The nervous system's role in emotional regulation (05:13) - Cultural messages instructing boys and men to suppress emotion (06:23) - Strategies to stop tears and emotional expression (08:49) - The importance of vulnerability and emotional authenticity in trauma work (10:06) - Stigma around women and men's tears at work (10:21) - The significance of emotional expression in traumatic scenes (11:34) - Connecting through emotion in therapy and crisis situations (12:20) - Showing humanity and the danger of emotional suppression (14:14) - Advocating for emotional normalcy in first responder culture (15:49) - Language and actions to normalize tears and emotions (16:44) - Avoiding toxic positivity and embracing authentic emotional experiences (18:39) - Recognizing individual emotional thresholds and biological reasons for tears (19:44) - Society's contradictory views on emotional displays like crying (21:19) - How to respond when someone is crying, using less and being present (23:27) - Dispelling myths about weakness and promoting emotional honesty (24:41) - Addressing toxic masculinity and its impact on emotional expression (25:09) - Practical steps for creating a culture of emotional acceptance (26:21) - Wrap Up Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

What side of the glass are you on?  What it's like to work on a psyche floor when you have your own mental health issues?!  Shawn comes to the table to share what he has learned and struggled with working as an MA on a crisis psychiatric unit. He shares how he is learning to give himself the grace and compassion he provides to his patients.  This unique perspective offers insight, tools and hope! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Food Rules:  Are Your Rules Fact or Fear Based?  In Session 2:  7 Questions to Identify & Challenge if Food Rules are a Preference or Disordered.  ------------------------ Chapters: (00:00) Intro Food Rules (00:45) 8 Keys to Recovery by Carolyn Costin (02:00) Identify Your Rules  (02:40) #1 Reason for The Rule?  (05:00) #2 How Long Follow Rule?  (05:45) #3 What if You Break The Rule? (07:00) #4 Is it Fact or Fear Based? (09:00) #5 Should Others Follow the Rule?  (10:35) #6 Is the Rule Flexible?  (11:20) #7 What do You Gain or Lose with Rule?  (12:20) Wrap Up ---------------------------------------------------- Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Quit Letting Body Image F*** Up your Recovery! In Session 1:  You have to lower body noise! I have 12 body image hacks that my clients report have been helpful!  A must try if you're on an ED recovery path! ------------------------ Chapters: (01:22) 1 Mirrors (02:55) 2 Pick A Spot (04:15) 3 Media (05:15) 4 Tools for Media (05:55) 5 Where U Go (06:20) 6 Elevator Speech (07:11) 7 Clothing (08:10) 8 Body Checking You (10:22) 9 Body Checking Others (11:11) 10 Judging (12:10) 11 No Peaking at Pics (13:15) 12 Anticipate ------------------------------------- Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Body Dysmorphia & Dysphoria Intersect and Identity is the Catalyst! Grayson shares his long, up & down journey with Eating Disorder recovery and shows that even when there are struggles, he has learned to persevere, use his supports & most importanty, accept his body.   Body Image | Understanding & Improving Self-Perception | NEDA https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/body-image/ LGBTQIA2S+ Crisis Hotlines https://www.socialworkers.org/Practice/LGBTQIA2S/LGBTQIA2S-Crisis-Hotlines Home - LGBT National Help Center https://lgbthotline.org/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, M.D., FAED, CEDS, F.IAEDP is a pioneer for eating disorder treatment. She is the co-founder and CEO of several esteemed institutions, most recently Within Health and Galen Hope Treatment Center. Her impact on this community stems from her work as an entrepreneur, world-renowned speaker, author, philanthropist, and over 20 years of experience in treating eating disorders. Dr. Oliver-Pyatt’s treatment approach includes addressing underlying causes, acknowledging the poison of weight stigma, challenging shame, and investing in clients through intensive therapeutic focus so people can heal from the inside out. ----- Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt https://www.wendyoliverpyatt.com/ ----- Within Health is eating disorder treatment designed around real life through personalized, clinically integrated care and continuous support where patients build recovery skills where recovery actually happens—in everyday life. https://withinhealth.com/ ----- Galen Hope is a uniquely designed, comprehensive treatment programs for eating disorders, mental health conditions, and dual mental health diagnoses. https://www.galenhope.com/ ----- Monte Nido: https://www.montenido.com/locations/florida-miami-residential-treatment  https://www.montenido.com/clementine ------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapters: (00:00) Introduction & History (05:45) ED Approach & Model (10:25) Reducing Shame & Healing Tenets (12:45) Internal V. External Regulation & Rules (14:10) Healing from the Inside Out (15:20) Within Remote Treatment (19:40) A Therapeutic Team Investing In Clients (22:45) Unique Food Approach (27:20) Managing Medical Fragility (30:15) Enhanced Meal Support Model (31:55) “the Living Room” (33:55) Brick & Mortar Options (35:50) Co-Morbidity with Substance Use (36:35) Weight Stigma Addressed (38:10) Alumni Program & Meal Delivery (40:00) Metrics & Outcomes (43:55) Virtual Impact (45:00) Population Served (45:55) ARFID Care (47:50) Referral & Team Involvement (50:50) Eating Disorder Education Institute (55:00) It Takes Hope & Work (56:15) Honoring Those Who Help Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Transition seasons can be overwhelming, but they’re also an opportunity to reset, organize, and support one another with more intention. In this episode, Caise and Corinne talk about one of the hardest parts of the year for many families and first responders: transition season. From the back-to-school reset to shifting routines, they explore how to make the move from summer into fall feel a little less chaotic and a lot more manageable. They discuss why September can feel like a true “new year,” how kids and adults alike struggle with transitions, and why it helps to start preparing early instead of waiting until the last minute. They also dig into the financial side of back-to-school season, the emotional load families carry, and how shared planning can reduce stress. A major theme of the conversation is grace: for yourself, for your partner, and for your kids. Caise and Corinne share practical ideas like weekly household check-ins, sharing the mental load, building a fall bucket list, and gradually helping kids get back into school routines. ---------------------------------------- Key topics covered: Why back-to-school season feels like a real reset The emotional difficulty of transitions for kids and adults Preparing early for school routines, schedules, and supplies Managing the cost of back-to-school season Sharing the mental load in relationships and co-parenting Weekly “business meetings” for household logistics Giving kids more responsibility and autonomy Self-care and grounding strategies during seasonal change  Highlights: September as a “new year” mindset Why transitions are hardest for children How to divide chores, scheduling, and planning more fairly The value of checking in weekly as a team Teaching kids practical responsibility before the school year starts  Takeaways: Start transition conversations early. Keep expectations realistic and compassionate. Share responsibilities instead of carrying everything alone. Use regular check-ins to stay aligned. Help kids practice routines before the school year begins.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Your Gastro-Intestinal System Needs Your Attention!   In this episode, Mary Alice Dombrowski, APRN-CFNP, DNP certified nurse practitioner of over 25 years with 10 years in Pediatric Primary Care and over 15 years in the Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology at Rainbow Babies and Children's hospital in Cleveland explains the physiology, function and disorders of our Gastrointestinal (GI) system in general but also identifies unique concerns for those struggling with an eating disorder or food volatility.  I work with Mary Alice often and find having a GI specialist on the multi-disciplinary team is essential in providing informed care and recognition & treatment of often overwhelming pain and distress symptoms that can impeded the recovery path. ----------------------------------------------------------------- Chapters: (00:00) Intro & Medical History  (05:50) GI System Defined: Mouth to Anus (07:50) GI Referral: Where to Start (09:20) Mental Health, Emotions & GI Health (12:30) Integrative Approach: Whole Person (14:50) GI Diagnostics: Screening, Tests & Assessments (19:00) Celiac Disease (21:30) Gastroparesis (24:00) Eating Disorder or GI?! (28:00) Multi-disciplinary Team: RD, Psyche, OP, GI  (30:00) Gut-Brain Connection & Biome (34:00) Disorders of Gut Brain Interaction (DGB’s) (36:00) Food Intolerances Validity and Care (40:00) Nutrition Support (43:25) What to Expect/Ask for in Assessment (45:30) General Gut Health Choices (47:20) Integrated intersection: Mental & Physical Health (49:30) Ask for Help, GI issues are common, shouldn’t impact functioning (50:45) Holistic Hopes for Future ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- UH Rainbow Babies & Children's: Northeast Ohio’s Top Pediatric Healthcare Provider | University Hospitals https://www.uhhospitals.org/rainbow American Gastroenterological Association Homepage https://gastro.org/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Afraid of Flying?  Sweaty hands, increased heart rate, tight muscles?  Intrusive crash thoughts?  Reduced travel pleasure?  This self-hypnosis-style brain training activity can help you regulate your nervous system when preparing for a flight and while in the air.   It's not hocus pocus!  We can train our brain to associate regulation states with otherwise distressing settings.  It's also a great practice before, during and after travel to reduce cortisol build up from travel anxiety.  I strongly suggest combining this meditation with a written cognitive challenging activity where you record and practice saying out loud (preferably with bilateral stimulation tools - see my other podcast!) logical challenges to your fear. I.E.  There is some risk in living a life worth living.  If it was logically that unsafe, people wouldn't do it.  We can't control our safety just make informed decisions - this is a smart choice.  Additional supports under professional care can include Hypno-therapy, CBT, Exposure Response therapy, Virtual Reality therapy and EMDR.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Relationship conflict is often communication conflict. Learning to listen and hear each other in any relationships improves connection and decreases conflict. In this episode we cover these communication topics/skills:  *Need Statements *Asking Permission *You Don't Have to B Right *Active Listening *Capacity for Emotion *Nonverbal Cues *Power of Touch --------------------------------------------------------- Chapters (00:00) Introduction  (03:35) Need Statements (07:45) Asking Permission (10:25) You Don't have to Be Right (13:10) Active Listening (14:15) Capacity for Emotion (19:20) Nonverbal Cues (24:45) Touch can Help! (30:00) Wrap Up Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

"Anyone who needs help should be able to get it!" Executive Director Christie Bettwy shares Rock Recovery's robust outpatient model and lots of hope for 'franshising' a good thing that works!  Christie has served for over a decade as the Executive Director for Rock Recovery, a DC-based nonprofit that makes mental healthcare more accessible for all and provides treatment, support and education for those struggling with eating disorders and body image issues. Having gone through recovery herself, she is passionate about spreading the message that complete freedom from disordered eating is possible and helping remove barriers that keep people from experiencing it. She is an active speaker and shares her story with organizations and media outlets across the country. While a true city girl at heart, Christie now resides in the suburbs of Washington, DC with her husband and daughter. Rock Recovery - Eating Disorder Support for DC, MD, and VA https://www.rockrecoveryed.org/ Chapters:  (00:00) Introduction  (01:45) Christie's Journey to Rock Recovery (06:05) Founder:  Carylynn Kemp Larson, PhD (07:40) Initial Programming  (08:40) Telehealth Changes  (09:30) Meal Support Groups  (12:10) Insurance & Medicaid (13:15) Growth & Collaboration  (15:05) Committed to Change the Stigma (16:40) Funding Challenges  (20:00) Positive Reflection  (23:10) Community Outreach  (25:40) Advocating and Reach  (30:00) Franchising What Works?  (33:00) Advice: Baby Steps  (35:00) Surprising & Beautiful Journey  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

You cannot recover without these 5 steps! As a therapist, I have watched hundreds of recovery journeys in mental health and eating disorders and these are the keys to get there!  They are essential to progress, sustaining recovery and overall personal growth.  Recovery can be elusive, long, volatile, exhausting, daunting, confusing and surprising! No surprises here, just a true, gritty lens to what is needed with examples.  5 STEPS:  Self-AwarenessHonesty WillingnessCommunity Action Physical/BodyCognitive/ThoughtsEngagement MindfulnessFaith-Base/Spirituality  CHAPTERS:  (00:00) Introduction (04:00) 1. Self-Awareness (06:30) Why It's So Tough!  (07:45) 2. Honesty  (09:45) 3. Willingness (14:40) 4. Community (17:45) 5. Action + Steps  (20:50) Deeper than Behaviors (22:30) Kindness, Grace & Patience Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.

Don't Suffer even when you're in Pain! From the First Responder Series: Radical Acceptance, a skill taught in Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, helps to not turn pain (which is inevitable) into suffering. Learn how to begin practicing this skill and how it can help to find more peace and begin a process for change. Practicing radical acceptance in small, everyday moments can significantly enhance your resilience and emotional clarity in high-stakes situations. Remember, acceptance is an active, ongoing skill that grows with consistent practice. In this episode: Definition and core principles of radical acceptance How radical acceptance reduces suffering and increases resiliencePractical examples: driving delays, job promotions, handling difficult people The importance of understanding that radical acceptance is a skill that requires ongoing practiceHow to implement small, manageable steps to cultivate acceptance dailyThe influence of personal and professional stressors on our ability to acceptStrategies for staying grounded during crises, including body relaxation techniquesThe role of expectations and "riding the wave" of life's ups and downsThe connection between radical acceptance and long-term relationship and leadership successHow mindfulness of basic needs (sleep, hydration, nutrition) supports emotional regulation -------------------------------------  Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction to radical acceptance and its significance in trauma response (02:00) - How radical acceptance compares to and overlaps with other mindfulness skills (01:08) - Defining radical acceptance: Accepting things exactly as they are (02:29) - Common misconceptions: Acceptance doesn’t mean approval or giving up (03:47) - Pain is inevitable; radical acceptance prevents suffering (04:41) - Accepting others for who they are, not how we wish they were (06:14) - The importance of understanding differing truths in conflicts (08:25 )- Recognizing behavior as purposeful and understanding its causes (09:52) - Applying acceptance to setbacks like promotions or job frustrations (10:21) - Handling the emotional reactions to life's unpredictability (12:29) - Specific challenges faced by first responders and how radical acceptance applies (14:42) - Managing the frustration of non-emergencies and mundane calls (16:19) - Manifesting expectations and prepping mentally for unpredictable situations (17:20) - Practical steps: practicing acceptance in small moments (e.g., driving delays) (19:40) - The importance of regulating emotional responses before attempting acceptance (22:08) - Repeating acceptance isn’t final; it’s a continuous process (25:30) - Meeting basic needs as foundation for emotional resilience (27:17) - How acceptance is a prerequisite for effective change (28:58) - Letting go to influence outcomes without resistance (29:46) - The ongoing journey: striving for progress, not perfection  -------------------------------- Resources & Links: Radical Acceptance by Tara Burch https://a.co/d/0d6N1XUO DBT Explained https://behavioraltech.org/dialectical-behavior-therapy-dbt/ Mindfulness Techniques https://www.mindful.org/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise  https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support Find:  therapistcaise.com Reach: [email protected] Support: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories Follow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube  "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!" For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.  Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.