5 Ways to Get Re-Inspired in Therapy
Emily DeMalto Emily DeMalto

5 Ways to Get Re-Inspired in Therapy

It’s normal to sometimes feel stuck or disconnected during the therapy process. Healing isn’t always a straight line—and sometimes, we need a little extra support to reignite our motivation. In this post, we explore five gentle yet powerful ways to reconnect with your therapy goals, honor your progress, and find fresh inspiration for the journey ahead.

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7 Hidden Impacts of Eating Disorders That Go Beyond Weight Loss
Emily DeMalto Emily DeMalto

7 Hidden Impacts of Eating Disorders That Go Beyond Weight Loss

Eating disorders are often misunderstood as being solely about weight. This post highlights seven powerful ways they affect life outside the scale—from relationships to identity, emotional connection, and joy. A must-read for anyone navigating recovery or supporting someone who is.

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A Therapist’s Insights on Body Image: Healing Beyond Appearance
Emily DeMalto Emily DeMalto

A Therapist’s Insights on Body Image: Healing Beyond Appearance

Body image struggles run deeper than appearance—they reflect how we feel about ourselves, our worth, and our place in the world. In this therapist’s reflection, explore how cultural narratives, emotional needs, and somatic healing intersect in body image work, and how reconnecting with the body through compassion can lead to powerful shifts.

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What Is Orthorexia? Understanding the Hidden Dangers of “Clean Eating”
Emily DeMalto Emily DeMalto

What Is Orthorexia? Understanding the Hidden Dangers of “Clean Eating”

Orthorexia is a lesser-known but increasingly common eating disorder characterized by an obsession with eating only foods deemed "pure" or "clean." While it may begin with the intention of improving health, this fixation can lead to anxiety, rigid food rules, social isolation, and even malnutrition. In this post, we explore what orthorexia is, how it differs from other eating disorders, and why healing your relationship with food means embracing flexibility, nourishment, and self-compassion.

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5 Somatic Exercises to Regulate Your Nervous System and Support Healing from Trauma
Emily DeMalto Emily DeMalto

5 Somatic Exercises to Regulate Your Nervous System and Support Healing from Trauma

If you’re navigating trauma, chronic stress, or emotional overwhelm, your body may be holding tension you don’t even realize. These five somatic exercises—grounding, belly breathing, muscle release, orienting, and humming—offer gentle, effective tools to help soothe your nervous system and reconnect with your body’s sense of safety.

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