Jodie Gale
Jodie Gale
How Therapists Reinforce Unworthiness When They Support Intentional Weight Loss with Allison Puryear
How Therapists Reinforce Unworthiness When They Support Intentional Weight Loss with Allison Puryear
How Therapists Reinforce Unworthiness When They Support Intentional Weight Loss with Allison Puryear
Monday 17th January 2022
Allison Puryear explores how therapists might reinforce unworthiness by supporting weight loss in 'Soul Sessions with Jodie Gale'.
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Jodie Gale
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Healing from Sexual Trauma
Recovery from Trauma
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Healing Relationships
Mindful Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Challenging Weight Loss Myths: A Conversation with Allison Puryear
You don't have to worry about whether or not you want to see an abusive parent on The Holiday because right now you're just going to focus on getting down to your goal weight, and so it pulls all this emotional and mental energy into this thing that doesn't like. Even if you hit that goal weight like nothing.
In this thought-provoking episode of 'Soul Sessions with Jodie Gale', Allison Puryear takes a deep dive into the complex relationship between therapy and weight loss. Have you ever wondered how well-meaning therapists might unintentionally reinforce feelings of unworthiness in their clients? Allison, a seasoned psychotherapist and eating disorder specialist, sheds light on this very issue. She discusses the pitfalls of supporting intentional weight loss and how it can perpetuate harmful diet culture and body image issues.
This episode is particularly eye-opening for therapists, as it challenges them to rethink their approach to clients seeking weight loss advice. Allison shares her personal journey into this field and unpacks why eating disorder patients are often seen as challenging to work with. She also touches on the intersection of trauma and eating disorders, providing valuable insights into how these issues are intertwined. The conversation doesn't stop there.
Allison tackles weight stigma, the socioeconomic factors influencing intentional weight loss, and the concept of 'thin privilege'. She even humorously points out how many times she uses the word 'fat' to neutralize its stigma. By the end of the episode, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own biases and the broader implications of supporting weight loss in therapy.
Whether you're a therapist or someone interested in body image and mental health, this episode offers a fresh perspective on a deeply ingrained societal issue.