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Five Key Components To Internal Awareness
By: Stephanie Compton-Bain, MA, LBS, LPC 1. Emotions Are Signals, Not Problems Emotions, even the difficult ones like sadness, anger, or...
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Nov 213 min read
What I Wish My Clients Knew About Their Internal Self
Addressing feelings of disconnect from the body. Ways to recenter and address emotional needs.
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Nov 142 min read
A Therapist's Thoughts On Body Image
Reflecting on body image as a therapist brings up a range of insights, especially given the evolving landscape of how people relate to...
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Nov 72 min read
Truths To Help You Navigate The Holidays While In Recovery From An Eating Disorder
The holiday season can be a joyful time of gathering, traditions, celebration, and shared meals. But for those with a history of eating...
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Oct 313 min read
What is Orthorexia
Lately I’ve noticed that fitness talk has dominated a lot of the social media space. Many men and women of all ages are focusing on...
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Oct 243 min read
5 Truths About Bodies and Our Expectations For Them
Your body is allowed to change over time. Bodies are constantly evolving, responding to shifts in age, hormones, lifestyle, and...
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Oct 174 min read
5 Somatic Exercises to Calm and Repair the Nervous System
By: Stephanie Compton-Bain, MA, LBC, LPS If you’re healing from trauma, stress, or just the ups and downs of life, these somatic...
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Oct 105 min read
Trusting Your Gut: What is Intuitive Eating and What Challenges Can You Anticipate
The idea of eating based on your body’s natural hunger cues can seem foreign or even intimidating. That’s where intuitive eating comes...
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Oct 35 min read
The Truth About Food Labels and Calorie Accuracy
Many of us rely on food labels to help guide our eating choices. We’re told to watch our calories, track our macros, and be mindful of...
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Sep 264 min read
'Somatic Embodiment: How Trauma Exists in the Body'
In this blog, Stephanie Compton-Bain explains how trauma, especially Complex PTSD, affects not just the mind but also the body.
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Sep 194 min read
5 Things I Want My Clients to Know About Trauma Work
By: Stephanie Compton-Bain, MA, LBS, LPC Trauma work can be challenging, but it’s also empowering. Before starting any trauma...
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Sep 123 min read
Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice: Finding Your Sense Of Self
Challenging The Idea That You Should Change Yourself For Others As autumn leaves start to fall and the air turns crisp the pumpkin spice...
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Sep 56 min read
“Fugly”: The Culture of Self-Deprecation and Critique Among Teens. The Importance of Improving Self Talk.
In the movie Mean Girls (2004) , there's a scene that perfectly encapsulates a pervasive cultural phenomenon: self-deprecation. The scene...
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Aug 293 min read
Shifting Your Mindset: Utilizing Gratitude and Positivity For Growth
Shifting your mindset is a powerful way to change how you perceive and interact with the world. It involves altering your habitual...
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Aug 223 min read
Thanks, It Has Pockets! : Deflecting Compliments and Implications of Cultural Norms and Expectations.
Have you ever complimented someone on their outfit, only for them to respond with, "Thanks, it has pockets!"? If you're nodding your...
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Aug 164 min read
The Pandemic Paradigm: 6 Themes I’ve Noticed As A Therapist In The Therapy Space Since The Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant shifts in many areas of life, and the therapy space is no exception. Over the past...
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Aug 93 min read
"Stop Therapizing Me". 5 Ways You Can Support a Loved One Who Might Be Struggling Without Becoming “The Therapist”
Supporting a loved one who might be struggling with their mental health can be challenging, especially when you want to help without...
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Jul 33 min read
"Oh My God! Don't Say That!"
How To Better Support An Individual Who Says Something Concerning. Emily DeMalto June 23, 2024 “I’m disgusting”, “I hate myself”, “I’m...
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May 284 min read
Stop Focusing On Body Positivity
Now that I have your attention, I do want to talk about something that gets overlooked when discussing body positivity. Body neutrality....
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May 144 min read
Unraveling Recovery:Challenging Expectations in Eating Disorder Recovery
Emily DeMalto, May 15, 2024 What does being in recovery from an eating disorder mean? What does it look like? Whether you are thinking...
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