Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & Stories

In this episode, we reflect on the EveryBODY Fashion show at Youngstown State University on April 24th, 2024, at 6PM. Professor Jennifer Frank & students/models Ryan Pitts and Machailin Sandquist share how the event, in honor of a past student who died from eating disorder complications, brings together community, fashion, kindness, tolerance and eating disorder awareness and education.  A sup...

In this episode, we explore the idea of how sometimes outpatient therapy is not enough. Outpatient is great for sustaining when you’re on a recovery path. It is usually a good fit for most mild to moderate symptoms. In some cases there are severe symptoms, medication resistance or several comorbidities potentially including addiction that demand more extensive and intense treatment paths. Most of...

"The first pulse you should check when you enter the room is your own." Dr. Jason Milk, DO  Everyone defines an emergency differently but ER staff have to respond every single time with balance and competency - a daunting ask!    Many of us may find ourselves or a loved one needing emergency services.    At that time, we are often in a vulnerable space or in crisis and dependent on the individuals...

"Brain Gym" are simple movements that can promote focus and attention and/or reduce anxiety.  Thanks for exploring Hope with me!  Caise  "RECOVERY STARTS WITH ONE BOLD NEW CHOICE."  #therapist #stressrelief #anxiety #eatingdisordersupport #skills #ED #mentalhealth #recovery For more Podcasts & Support:  https://caiserodemchale.com Email: caiserodemchale@gmail.com Follow me on Instagram, TikTok...

In this episode, M, a 20-year-old college student tells her unique ED recovery story in that she became symptom free quickly and, other than a few weeks in higher level of care, was able to continue an exercise regimen – something not typically possible. M struggled early in life with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder where she built skills, she used to manage her ED at first on her own. But like many...

Police At Risk:  "It's a draining roller coaster ride!" of fight or flight for these mere humans! Perry Tabak has over 30 year's experience in police enforcement and is currently serving as a police chief in Summit County. His vast experience spans several safety forces settings. Here he his graciously willing to discuss mental health opportunities available to first responders in his community an...

"Isolation is Not a Boundary!" Kevin Shea is a firefighter and paramedic who shares his mental health story that relates to his own personal journey but makes a much broader stroke in being relevant to the entire first responder community and how they need to manage their mental health in a unique way that honors the challenges and dynamics of their profession. Kevin highlights the benefit of high...

In this episode, Ann Hull Kuster provides a thorough introduction into how Peer Support benefits persons with eating disorders and anyone on a recovery path. Peer Support borrows from the success of Alcoholics Anonymous in matching persons with lived experience & good recovery with someone currently seeking recovery. Ann illustrates how peer support strengthens the therapeutic team, offers hop...

Enjoy a whimsical visit to the farm finding young goats in coats. A quick, calming distraction or sleep prep visualization for all ages. Thanks for exploring Hope with me!  Caise  "RECOVERY STARTS WITH ONE BOLD NEW CHOICE."  #therapist #stressrelief #anxiety #eatingdisordersupport #skills #ED #mentalhealth #recovery For more Podcasts & Support:  https://caiserodemchale.com Email: caiserodemcha...

In this episode, a presentation, initially developed for a cohort of mental health clinicians, benefits anyone who wants to discover more about ED treatment and for those currently on a recovery path to gauge the quality and depth of their current care.  Stephanie is a brilliant Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is currently in private practice at the Hull Institute in Cleveland, OH. Sh...

In this episode, 'C' is a 15-year-old brain cancer warrior. Struggling with physical and medical complications since 10, she got the daunting diagnosis behind all the suffering at 12 – she had brain cancer. Already dealing with anxiety through childhood, anxiety became exacerbated during the next few years on her treatment path. She and her family searched furtively for years for a correct diagnos...

In this episode, my guest is Gray. Gray is only 22 but has a long & remarkable recovery path. He brings us a multi layered view of mental health, medical complications and eating disorder recovery and what happens when they intersect. He informs on the blurred lines between physiological and disordered eating origins and how mental health and navigating stages of gender transition can muddy th...

In this episode, SW adds insight, levity and a spot of sarcasm to her candid account of very real struggles with Binge Eating Disorder, Anxiety, Postpartum Depression and Prediabetes. She tells of incessant battering by her inner voice, hidden behaviors and the ongoing battle to listen to and regulate her body. She educates on self-advocacy in speaking up, especially in the medical field and refle...

College Transitions can be Touch when there is a Mental Health or Eating Issue! In this episode, Registered Dietician, Mallory Tabak shares over 10 years' experience in exploring eating disorder nutrition concerns in transitioning to college. She brings us an informed, passionate and refreshing perspective. Fabulously, food is not the main topic! Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise Find Me: cais...

College Transitions Can Be Tough when there is a mental health or eating issue! In this episode, college student ZK has found a symptom free, stable and insightful seat on her recovery path. Learning to be vulnerable, uncomfortable, to trust herself and her team & to play the brain tricks right back are among the bits of wisdom this inspiring human shares. Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise...

College Transitions Can Be Tough when there is a Mental Health or Eating issue! In this episode, Poppy Rose shares an experiential, fun and dynamic take on her many years of ED and mental health treatment. Currently symptom free from ED, she talks about challenges in getting care, "not being sick enough", virtual versus in person, toxic positivity, boundaries and food myths. Thanks for listening!...

College Transitions can be Tough when there is a Mental Health or Eating Issue! In this episode, MB shares her plans for college adjustment and her honest review of her ED as a sassy, menace and finding resilience, family support and empowerment to "be the happiest I have ever been." Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise Find Me: caiserodemchale.com Reach Me: therapistcaise@gmail.com Follow Me: In...

College Transitions can be Tough when there is a Mental Health or Eating Issue! In this episode, Asia is straight up in exploring the ED recovery path. His persistence, steadiness and willingness to allow himself to evolve have had life changing results. A true ED warrior! Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise Find Me: caiserodemchale.com Reach Me: therapistcaise@gmail.com Follow Me: Instagram, Ti...

In this episode, we explore how anxiety (often moderate to severe) and sometimes Panic attacks can accompany an eating disorder. Panic Disorder is a clinical disorder with an often-debilitating set of symptoms that affect the mind & body. Panic & Anxiety can be treated with a combination of professional support, education & skills and sometimes medication. Learn 2 Stages to approaching...

In this episode, HK is a mother and mental health clinician who watched her now 23-year-old daughter's anxiety and life transitions turn into debilitating Anorexia. Marvelously, they fought their way into a beautiful recovery state in an outpatient setting. A supportive family culture, trusting parental instincts, a specialized therapeutic team and her daughter's fierce determination and strong wi...

In this episode, Sarah Novak, MSW, LISW-S educates on how EMDR works and what to expect. She explores the many settings where it is appropriate and its overall efficacy borrowing from research and her clinical experience. She explains how its global focus is on each person's rooted self, like a tree trunk with many branches extended out from experiences that shape core beliefs. EMDR helps heal and...

In this episode, a discussion about the timing and efficacy of using medication for anxiety management transpires. Identifying providers, assessing for functioning, severity and lethality and how & when to use behavioral interventions included. A good informative first step approach. Thanks for exploring Hope with me!  Caise  "RECOVERY STARTS WITH ONE BOLD NEW CHOICE."  #therapist #stressrelie...

In this episode, I introduce a soothing visualization exercise to capture thoughts or worries and send them off into the horizon with your breath-propelled hot air balloon. Learn to visualize, let go and chill the mind. Thanks for exploring Hope with me!  Caise  "RECOVERY STARTS WITH ONE BOLD NEW CHOICE."  #therapist #stressrelief #anxiety #eatingdisordersupport #skills #ED #mentalhealth #recovery...

In this episode, breathing, sensory awareness, Yoga Nidra and focus meditation are sampled.  Thanks for exploring Hope with me!  Caise  "RECOVERY STARTS WITH ONE BOLD NEW CHOICE."  #therapist #stressrelief #anxiety #eatingdisordersupport #skills #ED #mentalhealth #recovery For more Podcasts & Support:  https://caiserodemchale.com Email: caiserodemchale@gmail.com Follow me on Instagram, TikTok,...

Wouldn't it be great to conduct your thoughts when they are ill-timed, harmful, don't serve you in the moment or when thoughts complicate sleep. In this episode, an introduction into passive & deliberate thoughts and how to build awareness, label and shift thoughts using an anchor is proposed. These brain reps build strength over time in conducting thoughts with control. Thanks for exploring H...