148. Body Image Therapists Respond To Your Most Asked Body Image Questions

Are you feeling the holiday food frenzy creeping up already? You're not alone. Today, we're diving deep into those unhelpful thoughts that keep fueling the binge fire. I'll share my own experiences with food scarcity and the back-and-forth battle of wanting holiday goodies while fearing them at the same time. We'll explore how your thoughts around food aren't the problem—it's the thinking that follows. This episode is packed with mindset shifts to help you get ready for the holidays, whether you're just starting your healing journey or ready to level up. If you've been trapped in the binge-restrict cycle year after year, this is your sign to start changing that now! 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts 🎧 Listen on Spotify HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Tackling unhelpful thoughts around holiday foods 05:00 Understanding the difference between thoughts and thinking 12:30 How fear and anxiety around food stem from deeper issues 20:00 How to start shifting your thinking to change your behaviors 28:45 Why it's important to start now, not wait until January 1st RESOURCES + LINKS ⭐️ Starting October 9th, I’ll be offering free live group coaching every week in my Facebook group to support you through this journey. Don’t miss out! Ryann: @itsryannnicole Work with Ryann: BingeEatingUnchained.com Join the IRN Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/itsryannnicole Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional advice.

Are you feeling the holiday food frenzy creeping up already? You're not alone. Today, we're diving deep into those unhelpful thoughts that keep fueling the binge fire. I'll share my own experiences with food scarcity and the back-and-forth battle of wanting holiday goodies while fearing them at the same time. We'll explore how your thoughts around food aren't the problem—it's the thinking that follows. This episode is packed with mindset shifts to help you get ready for the holidays, whether you're just starting your healing journey or ready to level up. If you've been trapped in the binge-restrict cycle year after year, this is your sign to start changing that now! HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Tackling unhelpful thoughts around holiday foods 05:00 Understanding the difference between thoughts and thinking 12:30 How fear and anxiety around food stem from deeper issues 20:00 How to start shifting your thinking to change your behaviors 28:45 Why it's important to start now, not wait until January 1st RESOURCES + LINKS ⭐️ Starting October 9th, I’ll be offering free live group coaching every week in my Facebook group to support you through this journey. Don’t miss out! Ryann: @itsryannnicole Work with Ryann: BingeEatingUnchained.com Join the IRN Community Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/itsryannnicole Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional advice.

In this episode, we chat with Kat Berglas (@katerinaberglas) about her courageous journey from battling anorexia to finding freedom and healing. She opens up about how her struggle with control and body image took a toll on her mind and body, and what it took to break free from the life-threatening cycle of restriction. Kat shares the key moments that led to her decision to choose life, and the steps she took to rebuild a healthier relationship with food and herself. Tune in to hear her powerful and inspiring story, and discover how you, too, can begin your own journey toward healing. About Kat: Kat is an anorexia nervosa survivor who came close to losing her life to the disorder. She made the brave choice to recover and now dedicates herself to helping others see that life is more than a number on the scale. Kat’s mission is to inspire those who are struggling to live fully and embrace the things that truly matter. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: In this episode, Kat shares her personal experiences with anorexia and disordered eating. 🔗 Connect with Ryann  🔗 Connect with Kat Everything discussed in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be interpreted as medical or other professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR MY FALL COHORT OF BEU 👉 APPLY HERE ------ We’re back! A lot has happened over the past 9 months—one of us welcomed a baby, and the other started a new job. In this episode, we’re diving into how we’ve navigated these big life changes and how the lessons we’ve learned apply to the work we do with our clients. Tune in as we share our experiences and insights, showing you how to embrace change and thrive through it all. Are you new to the [Ry & Lisa] segment? If so, welcome!! This is where Lisa Schrader and I sit down to have a fun, casual conversation about things that impact our day-to-day, businesses, relationships, and so much more. You’ll get a new episode on both shows so make sure you are also subscribed to subscribed to Lisa's podcast, The Fully Fueled Life Podcast!  ------ Welcome to The Food Freedom Lab, hosted by Ryann Nicole—licensed therapist, certified nutritionist, and recovered binge eater. On this podcast, you’ll hear real recovery stories, get practical advice on how to break free from binge eating, and learn the mindset shifts that will help you stop the food obsession. Join us as we dive into the struggles, the victories, and the lessons that will support you on your journey to a healthier, happier life. Ryann's Instagram  Work with Ryann

In this episode, we chat with Megan (@onepercent.healthier) about her journey from being totally obsessed with tracking macros to finally finding freedom with food. She talks about how strict dieting took a toll on her mind and body and what it took to break free from that cycle. Megan shares the key moments that helped her change and the steps she took to heal her relationship with food. Tune in to hear her inspiring story and learn how you can let go of perfection and find a healthier, more balanced way to eat. About Megan: Megan is a nutrition coach and personal trainer from Utah who loves all things health, fitness, and mindset. She loves being outside and playing sports, especially tennis, pickleball, and softball. Her love for mindset and personal development is incorporated into her work with nutrition coaching by helping women discover what they're capable of and build true confidence with their healthy lifestyle 1% at a time. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: In this episode, Megan is sharing her personal struggles with disordered eating.  🔗 Connect with Ryann (Licensed Therapist) 🔗 Connect with Megan Everything discussed within this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. It should not be interpreted as medical or other professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Join me as a past client Nicole Wilmet (@nicolewilmethughes)shares her story of recovery. Nicole opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and what recovery looked like for her! ⭐️ Click Here for a 10 minute compassionate mind-body scan meditation from Nicole 👉 Want to work together? Click here for more details about the program Nicole did! Tune in as Nicole offers insights, tips, and inspiration for anyone navigating their own journey with an eating disorder. Her story is a beacon of hope and a reminder that healing is possible. About Nicole: Nicole is an anti-diet mindset and mindfulness coach who loves helping women ditch diet culture. As someone who was bullied growing up, Nicole knew she wanted to spend her career advocating for others who struggled to do so themselves. After spending years working as an attorney and dispute resolution professional, Nicole found herself burnt out, anxious, and living with an eating disorder. During her own healing journey, Nicole came to find that coaching is her favorite style of advocacy. Nicole deeply values creating space for others to feel seen, heard, and supported. When she's not coaching, you can often find Nicole spending time with her husband, pup, creating a new playlist, or reading a good book. ⚠️ Trigger Warning: In this episode, Nicole will bravely open up about her personal struggles with an eating disorder. If hearing detailed accounts of either is not supportive to your journey, we encourage you to skip this episode and prioritize your well-being. 🔗 Show Notes  🔗 Connect with Ryann (Licensed Therapist) 🔗 Connect with Nicole Everything discussed within this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. It should not be interpreted as medical or other professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Get ready for a special episode as Licensed Therapists, Jess (@embodyconfidencecoaching), Dani (@bodyimage.binge.coach), and Cilla (@itscillahope) join me to answer your most asked body image questions!  Links 🔗 Show Notes 🔗 Connect with Ryann (Licensed Therapist) 🔗 Connect with Jess (Licensed Therapist) 🔗 Connect with Dani (Licensed Therapist)  🔗 Connect with Cilla (Licensed Therapist)    Mentioned Books 📚 More Than A Body 📚 The Body of Truth   Everything discussed within this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. It should not be interpreted as medical or other professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Join me as a past client Zoee Alexandree (@healingwithzoee)shares her story of recovery. Zoee opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and what recovery looked like for her! 👉 Want to work together? Click here for more details about the program Zoee did! Tune in as Zoee offers insights, tips, and inspiration for anyone navigating their own journey with an eating disorder. Her story is a beacon of hope and a reminder that healing is possible. About Zoee: Zoee is your average local hypewoman on a journey to finding healing and freedom. She recovered from anorexia and has become very passionate about sharing her story to show that not all eating disorders are visible or "fit the mold." Through personal experience and everything she has learned during recovery, with some humor of course, Zoee is hoping to help others heal their relationship with self, body, and food while also shutting down diet culture and societal expectations of bodies. Trigger Warning: In this episode, Zoee will bravely open up about her personal struggles with an eating disorder and abuse. If hearing detailed accounts of either is not supportive to your journey, we encourage you to skip this episode and prioritize your well-being. 🔗 Show Notes  🔗 Connect with Ryann (Licensed Therapist) 🔗 Connect with Zoee Everything discussed within this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. It should not be interpreted as medical or other professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

I didn't breastfeed - not because I couldn't. I just chose not to. Why? Let's talk about something that feels extremely taboo to talk about! (Getting vulnerable here eeek.) Episode Sponsors ⬇️ Coterie Diapers: Get 20% off your first order with code RYANN20 Nuuly: Get 40% your first order by clicking here or using code RYANN789 at checkout Links 🔗 Work With Ryann 🔗 Ryann's Online Courses 🔗 Follow Ryann On Instagram Everything discussed within this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. It should not be interpreted as medical or other professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

In today's episode, we are joined by Jenna Overbaugh, a renowned therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety, to explore the intricate connection between anxiety and binge eating. Jenna dives deep into the role anxiety plays in the cycle of binge eating and offers practical strategies to disrupt the safety behaviors that often exacerbate binges. About Jenna: Jenna is a licensed professional counselor who has been specializing in OCD, anxiety, and related conditions since 2008. Her experience includes working with some of the most debilitating cases of OCD and anxiety in the world including those with comorbid disordered eating. She’s the host of the All The Hard Things Podcast and the creator of The OCD and Anxiety Recovery Blueprint. 🔗 Show Notes  🔗 Connect with Ryann (Licensed Therapist) 🔗 Connect with Jenna Everything discussed within this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. It should not be interpreted as medical or other professional healthcare advice, diagnosis, or treatment.