Melrose Heals: A conversation about eating disorders

On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Linda Wondrasch licensed clinical psychologist at Melrose.  Part of eating disorder recovery is having a relapse prevention plan. Dr. Karen Nelson and Dr. Linda Wondrasch will discuss what a relapse prevention plan looks like, signs of when a relapse may be occurring, and the immense role friends and family play in a person’s recovery.    For a...

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Alison Sharpe-Havill, licensed clinical psychologist at Melrose.  Dr. Karen Nelson and Dr. Alison Sharpe-Havill discuss what it looks like when someone is suffering from both an eating disorder and substance use disorder, as well as the type of care and treatment they will need in order to recover.  For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Hannah Studee who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.  For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On Today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Stacie Frandrup, supervisor of the initial assessment centers and care management department at Melrose. Karen and Stacie will discuss the initial assessment process and the important role care managers play in a patient's recovery.   For a transcript of the episode click here.

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson will be discussing the DBT skill wise mind. Karen will take you through what wise mind means, how to practice it and a mindfulness exercise to help you access it. For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On today’s episode, we’ll be sharing a story of recovery.  Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jason Searcy who will take us through his daughter’s journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery. For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Kendra Johnson, a registered and licensed occupational therapist at Melrose.  They will discuss occupational therapy and how beneficial it can be when working towards recovery from an eating disorder.    For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Greg Fedio,  Clinical Project Manager at HealthPartners to discuss the impact of eating disorders amongst the LGTBQ+ community.     For a transcript of this episode click here.

On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Amy Harms Hoad who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.   For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Amanda Delsman licensed clinical psychologist here at Melrose. Karen and Amanda will discuss a topic that impacts almost everyone... body image. They'll discuss the impact of body image and give suggestions of how someone can start developing a better relationship with their body.   For a transcript of this episode, click here. 

On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Ben Meyers, licensed mental health therapist at Melrose Center.  Karen and Ben  will discuss how eating disorders can show up in men and boys, as well as a larger conversation around supporting them through their eating disorder recovery.  For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Karen Dieleman, senior physical therapist at Melrose Center.  For many, movement and exercise can become a dangerous extension of their eating disorder behavior.  Dr. Karen Nelson and Karen Dieleman will discuss how this behavior can present itself and the steps one can take to have a more balanced relationship with movement and exercise.  For a trans...

On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Nancy Manther who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live recovery.  For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On Today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Margaret Funk, one of Melrose's outpatient medical providers. Karen and Margaret will discuss Health at Every Size, a philosophy that directly challenges diet culture and can be a helpful mindset for those in recovery.  Health at Every Size promotes the idea that all foods fit, we can move our bodies for the sheer joy of it, and that all bodies...

On this episode, we'll be doing something a little bit different. There won't be a guest, instead, Karen will talk about mindfulness - what that word means, how it can help with recovery and she'll even walk through a brief exercise. For a transcription of this episode click here.

On this episode, we’ll be sharing a story of recovery.  Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jane who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.  For a transcript of this episode click here. 

On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Mandi Verstegen, a board-certified music therapist at Melrose Center.  Recovery isn’t just about therapy or your dietician - it’s much more holistic. The practice of music therapy in treatment dovetails with Melrose’s overall goal to treat mind, body, and spirit. Mandi and Karen will discuss the importance music plays in anyone’s recovery journey. ...

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Emily Wacker, PHD, LMFT, licensed clinical therapist at Melrose Center. They will discuss Emily's research around Feminist Protective Factors, an idea and practice that can specifically help women who may be struggling with disordered eating or those who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder.   Click here for a transcript of this episode. 

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Marcus Westerman, MD, PhD, a psychiatrist at Melrose Center.  Marcus and Karen will talk about ARFID which stands for Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder. ARFID isn't just about picky eating and for those suffering, it can impact both their mental and physical well-being. But recovery is possible.  Marcus and Karen will talk about signs and...

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Andrea Zuellig, PHD, LP. Karen and Andrea discuss binge eating disorder, one of the most prevalent eating disorders impacting a wide variety of people. They'll discuss signs, symptoms, and treatment options for those struggling with binge eating disorder as well as useful tips for families and friends to help support their loved ones.   Click here...

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Amy Riesenberg MDiv, the inter-faith chaplain at Melrose. Amy and Karen will discuss how for some people recovering from an eating disorder, a spiritual practice can be both healing and comforting.  Click here for a transcript of this episode. 

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Gina Patnoe, a registered nurse and certified diabetes educator at Melrose Center. Gina and Karen will discuss how eating disorders can impact a person with diabetes as well as some tips and encouragement that healing is possible.  Click here for a transcript of this episode. 

On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by licensed marriage and family therapist Megan Tarmann. Megan currently works at Carleton College. Karen and Megan discuss eating disorders on college campuses as well as tips for how family and friends can support their loved ones.  Click here for a transcript of this episode.    

On this episode, Karen is joined by Dr. Karen Boortz.  For many of us, the pandemic has been full of challenges. We were isolated. We lost our consistent routines and our lives essentially changed overnight. But for those suffering from an eating disorder- this time has been even more difficult.  On this episode, we’ll talk about some of the challenges of having an eating disorder during a pandemi...

On this episode, Karen is joined by Katie Haggerty. Katie takes Karen through her own recovery from an eating disorder as well as her journey towards body acceptance and body positivity. Click here for a transcript of this episode.