Body acceptance can be challenging, especially in a culture that equates smaller with better. Many people struggle with thoughts like, "I want to accept my body, but _______ would be easier if it were smaller." While it’s true that different bodies have different abilities, the focus on weight as the sole solution to physical challenges often overshadows more sustainable and compassionate approaches. This post explores how to navigate the tension between body acceptance and wanting to change your body while recognizing the societal barriers that make this journey even more complex.

Why is it so hard to stop and eat? In this Questions from Sessions post, I dive into the challenge of task switching, especially when it comes to taking a break for food. Learn why transitions feel so tough for neurodivergent folks and discover strategies to create supportive ‘pause points’ for yourself.

Years into eating disorder recovery, one question can still linger: ‘Why hasn’t feeding myself gotten easier?’ In this post, I explore the frustration behind this question, the distinction between recovery and executive functioning challenges, and why feeding yourself isn’t about being perfect—it’s about finding what works for you.

Ever find yourself craving structure but completely rebelling against it at the same time? Same. In this post, I’m diving into why this dynamic is so common for neurodivergent folks and how it impacts our ability to feed ourselves. Plus, I’m sharing practical tips for building flexible systems (and backup plans!) that actually work for you.

“Discover my new blog series, Questions from Sessions, launching in January 2025! Each week, I’ll explore real client questions about food, structure, and self-care—offering practical insights for neurodivergent individuals and anyone navigating the challenges of eating well in today’s world.”

Struggling to eat due to stress, illness, or mental health? Discover 5 practical tips to nourish yourself on difficult days. Small meals, easy-to-digest foods, and planning ahead can help.

Struggling with ADHD and meal preparation? Explore flexible meal ideas that break neuronormative rules. Create a more accommodating relationship with food, tailored to your unique preferences and needs. Say goodbye to rigid meal expectations and hello to a flexible, ADHD-friendly approach to eating.

I’ve seen it time and time again. A client comes to me who has known for years that they are struggling with an eating disorder. They have seen SO many providers to get help and just can’t seem to get a handle on things. People think they are getting by in life “just fine”, even though they are struggling deeply beneath the surface. They are reaching out for help with their eating disorder, but don’t realize that perfectionism is covering up undiagnosed ADHD. They don’t realize how ADHD and perfectionism are impacting their attempts to heal their relationship with food.

One of the therapy modalities that informs my work is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Since I am not a therapist, I wanted to take the time to unpack DBT and explain it’s strengths, limitations and how I use it in my practice as a dietitian.

Sometimes feeling uncomfortable in our skin or physical environment can make eating meals a challenge. For folx who identify as neurodivergent, there can be additional barriers to figuring out how to address this discomfort. Let’s check in and see what we can do to manage our sense of touch at meal time.

When new or non-preferred taste, textures, or types of foods are present at mealtime it can create a sense of overwhelm, especially for neurodivergent individuals. Let’s explore some strategies to feel more regulated when our sense of taste is getting in the way of being able to eat.

Eating a meal while overstimulated can be incredibly difficult. Having tools handy to help us feel more regulated in a variety of situations will set us up for mealtime success. Let’s start building our toolkit with 5 Tips for Sound Sensitivity.

Intuitive Eating is a great framework for helping chronic dieters break out of the dieting cycle and can be a great tool in eating disorder recovery. Working with many neurodivergent individuals over the years has shown me that intuitive eating isn’t the right fit for everyone in their journey to a more peaceful relationship with food. Want to find out whether intuitive eating is the right fit for you?