The Food Therapy Podcast
The Food Therapy Podcast is co-hosted by Brittany Modell (Owner of Brittany Modell Nutrition and Wellness) and Lauren Sharpe (Owner of Empower Method Nutrition). They created a safe space to talk honestly and openly about mental health, food freedom and diet culture bs. They are Food Freedom Registered Dietitians who have struggled with mental health, poor body image and disordered eating behavior and they are on a mission to dismantle diet culture, normalize conversations around mental health and empower you as you heal your relationship with food and your body. Join Brittany and Lauren as they talk with fellow health and nutrition professionals to give you actionable tools to support you on your journey of food freedom and mental health. Disclaimer: all content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Information contained in this podcast should not replace medical advice.
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84. Dress shopping, trip anxiety, and an important announcement
08/06/2023
84. Dress shopping, trip anxiety, and an important announcement
As we are both in our bridal era, it’s time to take some time to chat about our experiences, dive into a few personal and business updates, and an important announcement! During today’s episode, we chat about Lauren’s wedding dress shopping experience, Lauren heading out on her honeymoon, and a shift in our businesses. We also discuss the emotional part of the wedding industry and the expectations that people place on big events such as choosing your dress for the big day. Stay tuned to the end as we make an important announcement! In today’s episode, we cover: Wedding dress shopping experiences The wedding industry’s expectations for brides Overcoming and acknowledging trip anxiety What’s next for the Food Therapy podcast Connect with Nicole: IG: TikTok: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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83. Pushing back on diet culture as a dietetic student ft. Nicole Speeney
07/23/2023
83. Pushing back on diet culture as a dietetic student ft. Nicole Speeney
Today we are joined by special guest, Nicole Speeney! Nicole is currently a graduate student and dietetic intern who will be pursuing her license as a Registered Dietitian. Nicole strives to help women who struggle with orthorexia and restriction due to her own experience with disordered eating as a D1 athlete in her private practice, Expedition Nutrition. Over the next 32 minutes, we dive into how as a dietetic student you can push back against diet culture and adopt a more holistic approach. Nicole shares her experience as a dietetic intern. We discuss the lack of education on eating disorders in nutrition programs, the importance of a weight-inclusive approach, and the ongoing journey to improve the support and understanding of individuals with disordered eating and eating disorders. In today’s episode, we cover: Lack of education on eating disorders Nicole’s experience as a dietetic intern Using Intuitive Eating as a tool for recovery The importance of continuous education, supervision, and collaboration for pracitioners Connect with Nicole: IG: TikTok: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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82. The Intersection of Trauma, Body Image and Race ft. Kimia Moghadam
07/10/2023
82. The Intersection of Trauma, Body Image and Race ft. Kimia Moghadam
Today’s guest is psychotherapist, Kimia Moghadam. Kimia uses psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, and relational techniques emphasizing the here and now, seeking to build strong interpersonal relationships with clients. She hopes to help her clients feel a greater sense of self-acceptance, self-confidence, and growth. During our important conversation, we discuss what trauma is, the trauma spectrum and how it can show up in your body as well as addressing those traumas through trauma-informed therapy. We explore the idea that it's okay to start from a neutral place and work towards a positive view of our bodies rather than forcing ourselves to feel good about them when we don't. Join us as we explore the multifaceted aspects of trauma, body image, and healing on this insightful episode of Food Therapy. In today’s episode, we cover: What is trauma and how does it show up in the body? Cultural Influences on body image and Food The connection between trauma and body image issues Understanding your triggers and trauma responses Connect with Kimia: IG: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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81. The lowdown on body neutral personal training with Jenna Stern
06/25/2023
81. The lowdown on body neutral personal training with Jenna Stern
Joining the podcast today is Jenna Stern, a non-diet personal trainer, nutritional guide, and indoor cycling instructor from Philadelphia. She helps women ditch the black-and-white diet mentality and guides them toward a balanced, realistic, and sustainable lifestyle. Over the next 30 minutes, Jenna shares her journey to becoming a body-neutral trainer, her methods to find food freedom and practical tips on how to nourish your body. In today’s episode, we cover: Jenna’s journey to becoming a body-neutral trainer How to be body-neutral The importance of nourishing your body What is food freedom? Her three-to-one method for your workout routine Breaking up with your scale Connect with Jenna: IG: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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80. Anti-diet approach to PCOS ft. Sam Abbott
06/11/2023
80. Anti-diet approach to PCOS ft. Sam Abbott
Today we are joined by Sam Abbott! Sam is a registered dietician and owner of PCOS Nutrition Company, she helps those with PCOS ditch diets, improve insulin resistance and balance hormones without feeling guilty or stressed about food. Sam shares her experiences with PCOS advocacy and provides insight on the challenges of obtaining a proper diagnosis and treatment. Sam shares practical tips to manage PCOS mentally, emotionally and physically without dieting. In this episode, we cover: What is PCOS? Signs and symptoms of PCOS Understanding insulin resistance and PCOS Inflammations role in developing PCOS Holistically managing your symptoms Research and funding for women’s health Connect with Sam: IG: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: @nofoodfears Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: @loandlemons Lauren’s Website:
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79. 3 Actionable Steps When Incorporating Gentle Nutrition
05/28/2023
79. 3 Actionable Steps When Incorporating Gentle Nutrition
Gentle nutrition is the final principle of intuitive eating which often means it is implemented last, we believe that you can implement it from the very beginning. In today’s episode we explore the topic of gentle nutrition, we chat about how you can actually incorporate nutrition into your intuitive eating journey without becoming obsessive. In this episode, we cover: Gentle nutrition for beginners [3:42] The hierarchy for high-quality foods [5:30] What is the intention behind choosing foods? [9:42] How to expand your idea of nutrient dense foods [16:14] Ditch expectations of what to eat [18:28] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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78. Brittany got married! Feat. a recap with maid of honor Missy Modell
05/14/2023
78. Brittany got married! Feat. a recap with maid of honor Missy Modell
Today’s special guest is Brittany’s maid of honor and sister Missy. Since Lauren is away on vacation we are using this opportunity to do a full debrief on my wedding weekend! We discuss dealing with anxiety, why you shouldn’t feel the need to change your body, and dealing with post-wedding blues. In this episode, we cover: Dealing with feeling disassociated and my anxiety [2:12] Letting go and just existing in the moment [7:03] Bride bodies and shredding for the wedding [11:56] Having a self-care approach to the wedding [20:38] Blending families together and taking on a last name [25:26] Post-wedding blues [30:30] Best advice for new brides [37:57] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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77. Is your wardrobe summer ready?
05/01/2023
77. Is your wardrobe summer ready?
The warm sun rays are gracing our skies, we’re getting a lot more daylight, and we’re finally seeing patio furniture. That means summer is almost around the corner. With the summer months comes a lot more social activities including summer weddings. Although it's the best season weather-wise, it can also be triggering for your body image and self-esteem. So in today’s episode were chatting all things navigating summer clothes, body image, and practicing flexibility. In this episode we cover: The power of wearing clothes that fit you [2:29] Feeling discomfort in the summer months [5:04] Dealing with body image and social events [7:03] Summer bodies and summer weddings [10:44] Eating to nourish yourself even when you’re anxious [16:50] Why you need to applaud how far you’ve come [21:19] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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76. Raising four Intuitive eating daughters Ft Jennifer DAmato
04/16/2023
76. Raising four Intuitive eating daughters Ft Jennifer DAmato
We’re joined by the lovely Jennifer D’Amato, a coffee-loving Life Coach who helps women overcome negative self-talk and tap into intuitive eating. A mom to four daughters, Jennifer is on a mission to help women make peace with food, stop the restriction-overeat cycle and change generations to come! After dealing with her own struggles and disordered eating, Jennifer discusses how she found a peaceful relationship with food and started making up for lost time and important moments. She also discusses navigating motherhood and body dysmorphia, diet culture messaging around children, and how you can combat negative thoughts. In this episode we cover: Jennifer shares more about herself, being a mom to 4 daughters and helping women [2:14] Handing motherhood and changing bodies during pregnancy [7:27] Carving out time for self-care [12:27] Homeschooling children [15:32] Combatting negative diet culture messages around children [19:15] How to address negative thoughts [28:09] Healing your relationship with food for your children’s sake [33:19] Connect with Jennifer: Insta: @jennifer_intuitiveeatinglife TT: @jen_intuitiveeatinglife FB: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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75. Life Update: Food poisoning, travel and wedding planning
04/02/2023
75. Life Update: Food poisoning, travel and wedding planning
Today’s episode is a one-on-one catchup and life update episode. We talk about wedding planning, flight anxiety, and why we feel like the world is ending when we fall sick! In this episode we cover: Catching up on wedding planning [1:31] Dealing with flight anxiety [7:32] Thriving on familiarity and getting sick on vacation [13:15] Feeling dread when you’re sick [18:17] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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74. ARFID the newer eating disorder on the block
03/19/2023
74. ARFID the newer eating disorder on the block
Today we are joined by Lauren Sharifi, a registered dietician nutritionist based in Massachusetts who owns her own virtual private practice. Lauren specializes in ARFID (Avoiding Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) and provides one on one group support for parents, teens, adults. During our conversation, Lauren discusses what ARFID is, navigating self shame around sensory issues and how you can parent while still having ARFID. In this episode, we cover: Everything you need to know about ARFID [1:11] The avoidant ARFID subtype and dealing with sensory differences [4:47] Neurodivergence, “picky eaters” and ARFID [7:43] Supporting loved ones with ARFID [11:53] What are safe foods [16:59] Removing the stigma around foods [19:17] Navigating self blame [26:46] Parenting as someone with ARFID [30:42] Connect with Lauren: Website: Instagram: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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73. What you need to know about eating disorders
03/05/2023
73. What you need to know about eating disorders
Today is my first solo episode without Lauren, and I'm so excited to have the opportunity to chat with you directly. This week is Eating Disorder Awareness Week, which is an annual campaign to educate the public about eating disorders. The aim is to provide hope, support and visibility to all those affected. During this episode, I give a quick overview about eating disorders, the different categories across the spectrum, how you can help someone heal from an eating disorder and finally, I answer your questions from Instagram. In this episode, we cover: An overview on Eating Disorders [1:39] Some functions ED’s can serve beyond issues with food [7:09] How dietitians and nutritionists can help [11:25] Helpful mantras you can say to yourself [16:35] Where to start when you want to stop binging [30:27] Why recovery is possible for all shapes and sizes [27:12] The missed signs of an ED [28:44] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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72. Ozempic: the “new” weight loss drug on the block
02/19/2023
72. Ozempic: the “new” weight loss drug on the block
In today’s episode, our guest Laurel Kimmerly joins us to speak on Ozempic, the new drug that has taken the world by storm for its purported weight loss benefits. Laurel, is a registered dietician diabetes educator with a focus on nutrition and food science and has seen firsthand how a spike in Ozempic usage has affected her clients. While Ozempic may seem like the one size fits all drug for people who struggle with weight issues, as Laurel points out, there is more to it than meets the eye. During our discussion, she shares how Ozempic is used for diabetes care, the rise of Ozempic as a weight loss trend, and whether or not the drug is a sustainable weight loss miracle. In this episode we cover: What is diabetes and how do we care for it? [1:14] What is Ozempic and how did it become a weight loss trend? [5:06] The impact of the Ozempic shortage on diabetes patients [10:04] Alternatives to Ozempic and the effects of using it for weight loss [13:25] Malnutrition and regaining weight with Ozempic [17:19] Reevaluating your weight loss goals [20:45] Connect with Ellie: Instagram: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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71. The New Era of Alcohol
02/05/2023
71. The New Era of Alcohol
Lately we have been noticing this cultural shift towards alcohol, where a lot more people are embracing a sober life, opting for a year-round dry January and focusing more on understanding the impact of alcohol on your health. In today’s episode, we explore this topic further, discussing sobriety, alcohol, and our own relationship with drinking. In this episode we cover: A shift towards embracing sobriety [1:15] Our thoughts on alcohol use [4:43] Social lives away from alcohol [10:40] The different stages of life and alcohol [17:36] Peer pressure and alcohol [21:18] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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70. Parenting and Having Hard Conversations with The Dude Therapist
01/22/2023
70. Parenting and Having Hard Conversations with The Dude Therapist
We are joined by Eli Weinstein, a social work therapist who has worked in a psych hospital intensive outpatient clinic and currently runs his own private practice in both New York and Nevada. He became a therapist and podcast host to fill a need for a more modern outlook on mental health and to create a more digestible and relatable view on mental health. During our chat, Eli explains how his childhood ADHD sparked his own interest in therapy and helping others, how the pandemic has impacted our views on gratitude and fear, what therapy really is like for those who may feel apprehensive about it, and three steps to navigating a tough conversation. In this episode we cover: Eli's journey into becoming a therapist [1:26] The impact of the pandemic on people’s lives [5:05] Men, mental health and therapy [10:45] What you should know about therapy [14:42] Parenting as a person with ADHD [21:34] Navigating the “kids” conversation with your partner [31:59] Two types of people in the world (satisficers vs. maximizers) [36:59] Connect with Eli: Instagram: Website: Podcast: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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69. Life Planning for 2023
01/08/2023
69. Life Planning for 2023
Personally, we are not huge fans of New Year's resolutions because we feel that it tends to focus too much on diet and weight loss. Instead, we love setting goals for the new year, both personally and professionally because they are more focused on growth and milestones that you can achieve across the year. During the episode, we talk about intention and goal setting, our own personal and professional goals for 2023, and what you can do to set goals for the new year. In this episode we cover: Our personal goals for 2023 [0:16] Exploring more about human design [5:56] Setting wedding and other personal boundaries [9:27] Professional boundaries for 2023 [12:22] What you can do to set goals for the new year [20:59] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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68. The relationship between your gut and mental health ft. Alex D'Elia
12/25/2022
68. The relationship between your gut and mental health ft. Alex D'Elia
Today we are joined by Alex D’Elia, an integrative and functional registered dietitian and the owner of Olox nutrition, a virtual nutrition coaching company specializing in mind-body health and using food as medicine. During our conversation, Alex shares how her personal experience with mental health made her realize how essential food and lifestyle are in managing her symptoms and overall quality of life. She also talks about the difference between mental health illness versus dysfunction, the importance of gut health, and how your gut communicates with your brain! In this episode we cover: Alex shares her experience with mental health and nutrition [1:28] Mental health dysfunction vs mental health nutrition [9:14] Incorporating medication into mental health [12:49] The relationship between your gut and mental health [17:59] How to determine what supplements you need [22:49] Bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain [28:02) What is SIBO and how does it impact your mental health [32:37] Improving your mental health with food [36:22] Connect with Alex: Instagram: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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67. How to support your mental health while on birth control ft. Alli Magier
12/11/2022
67. How to support your mental health while on birth control ft. Alli Magier
Today we are joined by Alli Magier, a registered dietitian, certified life coach and founder and CEO of Well by Alli. With her practice, she helps women get to the root cause of their symptoms to optimize their pre and post pregnancy health through nutrition, lifestyle and functional medicine testing. During our conversation, Alli discusses what motivated her to take control of her health, how birth control effects hormonal health and fertility, and why you need to take care of your diet. In today’s episode we cover: Alli shares more about her work [1:31] Everything you need to know about birth control [6:21] Fortifying your gut microbiome and dealing with cholesterol [9:39] Impact of birth control on mental health [18:09] Transitioning off birth control and diet when it comes to conception [25:04] Nutrition and getting pregnant [29:20] Birth control and fertility [36:02] Connect with Alli: IG: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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66. The one where Lauren gets engaged
11/27/2022
66. The one where Lauren gets engaged
This is an exciting episode of the Food Therapy podcast as we celebrate Lauren’s engagement! During our discussion, Lauren shares the proposal story, how she is taking the time to enjoy the engagement, and dealing with the comparison of wedding culture. In this episode we cover: Lauren shares all the proposal story details [1:13] Taking the moment to enjoy the engagement [8:22] Navigating the pressure to look a certain way on your wedding day [16:10] Brittany shares triggers she's experienced while dress shopping [17:08] Avoiding comparison when planning your wedding [23:58] Discussing Love Is Blind (spoilers) [29:24] The Watcher TV Show [33:23] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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65. Thanksgiving survival guide
11/20/2022
65. Thanksgiving survival guide
We've officially entered the holiday season with the very first celebration being Thanksgiving. We know that around this time of year there is a lot of fear and apprehension around food, which is completely normal. In this episode, we wanted to give you some action steps to help you feel prepared for your next holiday event. We discuss how society hypes up Thanksgiving as a massive feast, the fear around being around lots of food, why you do not need to overeat during Thanksgiving and how to handle comments around food and weight. In this episode we cover: The hype around massive Thanksgiving feasts [1:04] Dealing with the fear around being a lot of food [4:39] Treat Thanksgiving as any other day [9:56] Do not restrict food to certain holidays [13:20] Dealing with food related comments [17:26] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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64. Is your disordered eating impacting your digestive health? ft. Marci Evans
11/13/2022
64. Is your disordered eating impacting your digestive health? ft. Marci Evans
In today’s episode, we are talking to Marci Evans, a food and body image healer practicing from a Health at Every Size and anti-oppression lens. She has dedicated her career to counseling, supervising, and teaching in the field of eating disorders. She is a certified eating disorder registered dietitian, supervisor, and certified Intuitive Eating counselor. Marci talks to us about digestive health, eating disorders, and the impact of nutrition and eating habits on our bodies and guts. In this episode we cover: The intersection between digestive disorders and eating disorders [2:57] Reasons for bloating and irregularity [8:50] The difference between discomfort and genuine problems [14:32] Intermittent fasting and food sensitivity tests [18:53] What happens to the gut in patients with an ED [24:11] The mental impact of digestive disorders [32:26] Digestive disorders and body image [36:55] Self-compassion, finding your support, and what works for you [40:50] Connect with Marci: Instagram: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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63. Intuitive eating myths
11/06/2022
63. Intuitive eating myths
In today’s episode we are going to be talking about some of the biggest misconceptions of intuitive eating because there certainly are a lot of them out there. When we were first introduced to the concept of intuitive eating as students, we were really confused, and we had our own preconceived notions. Thankfully, we’ve grown a lot and we now know just how powerful intuitive eating is and how it transforms your relationship with food. We talk about the fear of losing control over what you eat, the idea of being “healthy” and why intuitive eating is not another diet plan. In this episode we cover: Will you lose control over your eating habits? [2:23] Becoming unhealthy through intuitive eating [7:12] Does health equal weight [11:09] Racism and body size [14:57] Intuitive eating is not another diet plan [18:12] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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62. How to feel good naked ft. Chardét Ryel
10/30/2022
62. How to feel good naked ft. Chardét Ryel
In today’s episode we are bringing sexy back -aka how to feel good naked! Obviously, this topic is important, because you should feel good naked, but we get that sometimes it isn’t as easy as it sounds. However, our guest is an expert on empowering women to feel good with their clothes on and off. Chardét Ryel is a Brazilian-American author, wellness entrepreneur and Behaviour Change Specialist, empowering women globally with body confidence and well-being beyond the weighing scale. During our conversation, Chardét talks about her own experience with body image and growing up mixed race, how she got into working with women and body confidence and what you can do to start feeling good naked! In this episode we cover: Chardét speaks on childhood, being mixed race and body image [1:35] Getting into fitness, podcast hosting and helping women with body image [5:24] How diet culture disempowers women and women of colour [10:10] Feeling good naked [12:42] Stress management and holistic health management [18:45] Connect with Chardét: | | | Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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61. Your mom had slim fast you have keto
10/23/2022
61. Your mom had slim fast you have keto
In today’s episode, we are talking about the impact of intergenerational dieting. This is not only something we have dealt with personally but also something we see with a lot of our clients who have either dealt with this or want to know how to ensure they don’t let their potential children deal with diet culture passed on from family member to family member. During our conversation, we discuss how children process food behavior, your own experience with generational dieting, and learning to reflect on your own relationship with food to help inform how we deal with children In this episode we cover: What is generational dieting [5:53] Our experience with generational dieting [9:11] Childhood behavior and food patterns [14:02] Reflecting on your own relationship with food [17:23] The Nurture Approach Course [20:31] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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60. Am I binge eating? ft. Aaron Flores
10/16/2022
60. Am I binge eating? ft. Aaron Flores
In today’s episode, we talk to Aaron Flores, a registered dietitian nutritionist based out of Los Angeles, California with over 10 years of experience working ith eating disorders. He uses intuitive eating and Health at Every Size in his work to help individuals learn how to make peace with food and their bodies. More recently, he is the co-host of the popular podcast Dieticians Unplugged, as well as his new podcast Men Unscripted. During our conversation, Aaron talks about how to define eating disorders including binge eating, how binging is a manifestation of food restriction, why there are still biases in the dietetics field, and dealing with men and eating disorders. In this episode we cover: Key features of a binge eating disorder [1:03] Binging is about restriction and is rooted in a person’s own experience [7:23] Is “evidence” actually verified unbiased data? [15:50] Addressing early-stage binge eating [20:07] Treating binge eating as a mental health issue with medicine [29:08] Binge eating in men [36:38] The new podcast Men Unscripted [41:40] Connect with Aaron: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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59. How to feel confident in the bedroom ft. Lindsey Schafer & Catherine Tumminello
10/09/2022
59. How to feel confident in the bedroom ft. Lindsey Schafer & Catherine Tumminello
Let’s talk about sex baby! More specifically how to feel confident in the bedroom and let go of negative body image issues under the sheets. In today’s episode, we talk to Lindsey Schafer and Catherine Tumminello, psychotherapists at Boutique Psychotherapy who focus on various mental health topics, including body image, sexuality, and dating. They are also launching a new group focusing on bringing awareness to how negative body image can impact our dating and sex lives. During this very sexy conversation, Catherine and Lindsey share how messaging outside the bedroom impact your thoughts inside the bedroom, how to build confidence in the bedroom, ways to deal with a partner who has internalized fatphobia, why you need to become comfortable with yourself, and how to drop the expectations when it comes to sex. In this episode we cover: Becoming more confident in your body and the bedroom [1:15] Dealing with a partner who has internalized fatphobia [4:48] Connecting with your partner and practicing compassion [9:38] Body love and acceptance come from within [13:39] Creating a calm and no-pressure environment for sex [20:35] Finding a support group for sex and intimacy [25:37] Connect with the Lindsey and Catherine: Instagram: @lindseyschafertherapy and @tummitalks Website: , Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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58. We're Back!
10/02/2022
58. We're Back!
Welcome back to Season Two of Food Therapy! We are so excited to kick off this season off with so many amazing guests and topics that cover a wide range of content. In today’s episode, we want to catch you up with what we’ve been up to since our break from Season One. We talk about what we did over the summer, what to expect for season 2 and why it’s okay to struggle with letting go of clothes in your closet. In this episode we cover: What we’ve been up to over the summer and our upcoming fall plans [0:42] What to expect for season 2 [5:37] Dealing with supportive or unsupportive family members [8:16] Letting go of clothes and struggling with size [11:24] Who is fashion designed for? [16:54] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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57. All things diabetes ft. Kristie Messerli
06/05/2022
57. All things diabetes ft. Kristie Messerli
Navigating nutrition can already be challenge for many, but it can be even more difficult when navigating a diabetes diagnosis. In today’s episode we talk to Kristie, a registered dietician, educator and expert on all things related to diabetes. During our conversation, Kristie talks about the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, the factors that play into diagnosis, how to manage your diagnosis through nutrition and how to reframe negative self talk. In this episode we cover: Factors involved in the development of Type II diabetes [1:10] What Kristie focuses on with clients to help manage their diabetes [6:16] Why carbs are important [10:25] Balancing cortisol and gentle nutrition [12:53] Satiating hunger and why eating less isn’t helpful [18:23] Ways to reframe negative self talk and shame around a Type II diabetes diagnosis [20:22] Supporting loved ones with a diabetes diagnosis [25:29] Connect with Kristie: IG: Website: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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56. Healing from narcissistic abuse ft. Dr. Z
05/29/2022
56. Healing from narcissistic abuse ft. Dr. Z
Perhaps the most famous example of a narcissistic relationship is the infamous Tinder Swindler. While this man was an extreme case, it’s quite common for many people to be in narcissistic relationships - but does that necessarily mean you’re destined for a doomed romantic connection? In today’s episode, we talk to Dr. Z, a Philadelphia-based, licensed clinical psychologist. She is a narcissistic relationship coach and also specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and everyday stress. Dr. Z is a mental health contributor to various media outlets including Fox 29 News and CBS. She has been featured in several publications, including Huffington Post Business Insider Washington Post, and is the author of Find Your Callm an anxiety management workbook that will be released in April 2022. During our conversation, Dr. Z shares the signs of a narcissistic relationship, how to identify the patterns of a narcissistic relationship, whether narcissists exhibit empathy, and the impact of a narcissistic relationship on an individual. In this episode we cover: Dr. Z shares how she specialized in narcissistic relationships [1:49] The difference between an abusive and a narcissistic relationship [5:26] How to handle being in a narcissistic relationship [11:48] Are narcissists capable of demonstrating empathy? [17:02] Can you sustain a relationship with a narcissist? [23:19] Dealing with physical abuse [29:56] Signs that a person may be an abusive narcissist [35:33] The impact of a narcissistic relationship on an individual [39:52] Misdiagnosing actual narcissists [44:25] Dr. Z is a Philadelphia based licensed clinical psychologist. She is a narcissistic relationship coach and also specializes in the treatment of anxiety, depression and everyday stress. Dr. Z is a mental health contributor to various media outlets including Fox29 news and CBS. She has been featured in several publications including Huffington Post, Business Insider, Washington Post, and is the author of Find Your Calm, an anxiety management workbook that will be released this April 2022. Dr. Z is also the co-host of the "It's Me, Dr. Z, with JB” podcast. Connect with Dr. Z: Website: Instagram: Twitter: YouTube: Book: Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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55. Will I ever stop feeling out of control around certain foods?
05/22/2022
55. Will I ever stop feeling out of control around certain foods?
In today’s episode we talk about the idea of habituation. This is something we see come up a lot with our own clients, and we wanted to explain how this idea applies in food and nutrition. We talk about how you can begin the process of habituation and the impact it can have on your overall relationship with food. In this episode we cover: What is habituation and how does it impact our relationship with food? [0:59] How habituation can help you feel more in control around food and stop being afraid of having certain foods in the house [4:44] The impact habituation can have on us as children [9:03] How to begin the process of habituation [11:25] Misconceptions around the intersection of food and health [18:52] The value of support during the process of habituation and healing your relationship with food [22:47] Connect with Brittany & Lauren: Brittany’s IG: Brittany’s Website: Lauren’s IG: Lauren’s Website:
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