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Transforming Lives Through ARFID Nutrition Strategies
ARFID is not just about being a picky eater. It involves a persistent avoidance or restriction of food intake that leads to nutritional deficiencies, weight loss, or interference with daily life. People with ARFID may avoid foods due to sensory sensitivities, fear of choking, or past negative experiences with eating.
Holly Wise, RD, LD
20 hours ago3 min read
Key Benefits of Marriage Counseling for Couples: Exploring Relationship Counseling Advantages
Marriage is a journey filled with joy, challenges, and growth. Sometimes, couples find themselves facing obstacles that feel too big to handle alone. This is where marriage counseling can make a significant difference. It offers a safe space to explore feelings, improve communication, and rebuild connection. In this post, I want to share some of the key benefits of marriage counseling for couples, highlighting how it can support healthier, happier relationships. Understanding
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
22 hours ago4 min read
Food Addiction and the Fallacious Focus on Processed Foods
What is the truth behind the noise about "ultra-processed foods"
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
22 hours ago4 min read
The Allure and Dangers of the Quick Fix
The trap of the quick fix is appealing for many clinicians who treat people with eating disorders.
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
Jun 233 min read
Exploring Austin Counseling and Nutrition's Austin Mental Health and Nutrition Services
When it comes to caring for our mental and physical well-being, finding the right support can make all the difference. I want to share with you what we have cultivated at Austin Counseling and Nutrition. We strive to be a practice that offers compassionate, inclusive care for mental health and nutrition needs. Our services are designed to help kids, teens, and adults in Texas, especially those dealing with eating disorders and trauma. Whether you’re seeking in-person or virtu
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
Apr 204 min read
Finding the Right Relationship Coach for You: Relationship Coaching Tips
When it comes to building and maintaining healthy relationships, sometimes we all need a little extra support. Whether you're navigating challenges with a partner, family member, or even yourself, a relationship coach can offer guidance, tools, and encouragement. But how do you find the right relationship coach for you? This post will walk you through practical steps and share relationship coaching tips to help you make the best choice. Why Consider Relationship Coaching? Rel
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
Apr 204 min read
Comprehensive Support for Eating Disorders in Texas
Understanding Eating Disorders Eating disorders include conditions such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, ARFID, and other specified feeding or eating disorders. These conditions involve complex interactions between biological, psychological, and social factors. People with eating disorders often struggle with distorted body image, unhealthy eating habits, and emotional distress. Effective treatment starts with recognizing that eating disorders are
Bailey Roach, LCSW
Mar 243 min read
Choosing the Best Eating Disorder Professional Training
Understand Your Professional Goals Before exploring training programs, clarify your goals. Are you a mental health counselor, dietitian, nurse, or social worker? Each role may require different skills and knowledge related to eating disorders. For example: A therapist might focus on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques for anorexia or bulimia, among other therapeutic skills. A dietitian m
Alexandria Turner
Mar 194 min read
How to Cultivate Self-Compassion in Recovery
Recovery is one of the hardest journeys you’ll ever take, and along the way, it’s easy to be your own worst critic. You may find yourself...
Jocelyne Laplanche
Feb 16, 20253 min read
Affirmations to Strengthen Your Recovery Journey
Recovery is a journey that requires patience, resilience, and self-compassion. Whether you’re healing from an eating disorder, mental...
Jocelyne Laplanche
Feb 14, 20252 min read
Creating a Recovery Toolbox: Must-Have Strategies for Hard Days
Recovery—whether from an eating disorder, mental health struggles, or trauma—isn’t a straight path. Some days feel lighter, filled with...
Jocelyne Laplanche
Feb 14, 20253 min read
Celebrating Small Wins: Why Every Step Matters in Your Growth Journey
Whether you’re working toward personal growth, healing, or chasing a long-term goal, the journey can often feel overwhelming. It’s...
Jocelyne Laplanche
Jan 25, 20252 min read
How Depression and Eating Disorders can be linked
Blog Post We have therapists and dietitians ready to support you on your healing journey today! Reach out to discuss working with our...
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
Jan 21, 20252 min read
Why Recovery Isn’t Linear and That’s Okay
Eating disorder recovery is often portrayed as a smooth, steady path: one where each day is an improvement over the last, where progress...
Jocelyne Laplanche
Jan 20, 20253 min read
What is Imago Therapy for Couples?
Imago relationship therapy is a form of couples therapy developed by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt that focuses on...
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
Oct 16, 20242 min read
How can a Relationship Coach help?
Couples counseling is important to help couples navigate through difficulties as they arise.
Roger Pereira
Oct 16, 20241 min read
Imago Relationship Therapy
Imago therapy is a form of couples therapy developed by Harville Hendrix and Helen LaKelly Hunt that focuses on understanding the...
Roger Pereira
Oct 7, 20242 min read
10 Reasons You Need a Relationship Coach
Couples and other types of relationships typically benefit from a relationship coach for several reasons, including: 1. Improved...
Roger Pereira
Oct 7, 20242 min read
How to find a training for eating disorder clinicians
Training for eating disorders professional typically involves several key components to ensure professionals are knowledgeable and...
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
Sep 29, 20244 min read
The Role of an Eating Disorder Coach in Recovery
Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that can have devastating effects on individuals’ physical and emotional...
Jennifer Pereira, LPC-S, RD, IEDASC
Sep 28, 20243 min read
Videos
The following videos were filmed in 2013 with my friend and colleague, Jordan Shafer. The relational style seen here is not representative of my normal professional approach. I am particularly sassy with him--but don't let that scare you, I'm not typically like that (usually). Regardless of this younger and sarcastic vibe, I wanted to post these videos in order to share potentially helpful information. Further, there is mention of "obesity" and "overweight", though we do not use these terms in our practice or find any value in them--they are based in anti-fat bias of our colonization culture. I hope you will enjoy them!
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