by Amy Helms | Nov 17, 2021 | Blog, Recovery
When you are recovering from an eating disorder, the holidays can be less than jolly. So, let’s identify what is harmful and make a plan on how to survive the holidays with an eating disorder. While good cheer and tidings of joy abound, the reality is, the holidays...
by Amy Helms | Aug 29, 2018 | Athletes, Eating Disorder, Recovery, Treatment
Eating Disorders in Athletes Part 2 In my practice at New Hope Counseling and Wellness Center, I have worked with several athletes, both novice and competitive. I thought it would be a good idea to do this two part series on eating disorders in athletes to discuss 1)...
by Amy Helms | Aug 25, 2018 | Athletes, Eating Disorder
Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia occur at an increased rate in athletes compared to their non-athlete peers. Traditionally, the athletic culture has placed greater emphasis on an optimal body type for each sport, and even more specifically- each position...
by Amy Helms | Aug 18, 2018 | Body Image, Eating Disorder, ED Voice, Recovery, Treatment
Eating Disorders 101: What you need to know Summary Eating disorders are complex and can be difficult to understand and even diagnose. There are many common myths surrounding eating disorders creating more difficulty with individuals receiving the life-saving...
by Amy Helms | Aug 10, 2018 | ED Voice, intuitive eating, non-diet, Treatment
Eating disorders can peak during childbearing years. Because pregnancy is a time when body image concerns are more common in all women, those with an eating disorder can experience worsening severity in their eating disorder. Additionally, pregnancy may bring new...