Food, Body, Love

It's complicated

Kari Anderson DBH, LPC, CEDS-S

Body-Based Conceptualization of Eating Disorders

Using polyvagal-informed therapies, I now see eating disorder symptoms more clearly and compassionately.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Be the Change

Part 2: My 30-year career in eating disorder treatment.

National Eating Disorders Awareness Week: See the Change

Part I: My 30-year career in eating disorder treatment.

Unlocking the Love Code

We are hardwired for connection; it’s a biological imperative.

When Your Guests Don't Eat Your Food

Tired of your guests not eating what you've prepared for dinner?

The School of Climbing, Paddling, and Peddling

As I reflected on our climbing, paddling, and peddling experiences, I realized some global lessons emerged that could apply to 2020.

What's a Body Really For?

Still fighting with your body? Transform body shame into body confidence and begin your life of adventure.

Food, Fear, and COVID-19

As we emerge from "shelter in place," let's forgo the fat memes and explore the real connection between isolation and food.

On "This is Us," Kate's Weight Is Not the Real Issue

What does the winter premiere of "This is Us" tell us about weight and relationships?

New "Burn It Off" Public Health Campaign Is Bad Medicine

Will knowing it takes 20 minutes to "walk off a soda" help people or harm them? This psychotherapist says it's the latter.

Does the Response to "Peloton Wife" Show Weight Bias?

Many people responded strongly to the "Peloton wife." But their reactions may have revealed a certain kind of bias.

"Help Me, Doctor! I’m Addicted to Food!"

Treating binge eating like a "food addiction" can cause more harm than good. Here's why—and what type of help works best, according to the evidence.