Understanding Disordered Eating: For anyone whose relationship with food feels harder than it should
Rachelle HeinemannYour relationship with food is telling you something. This show helps you figure out what. Understanding Disordered Eating is hosted by Rachelle Heinemann, licensed therapist and eating disorder specialist in New Jersey and New York. Each episode explores why we do what we do around food — not to judge it, but to understand it. Because when you understand what your relationship with food is actual... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 221 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Mental HealthHealth & FitnessNutrition | |||
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I absolutely love your podcast! I use my time with you, Rachelle, to really look inside and try to understand me. I have gotten more from this podcast than any visit with the therapists I have seen over the years. Thank you for all of it!! Don’t ever stop! - Lauren
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United States4 months ago - You gotta check out this podcast!
Rachelle brings deep eating disorder healing not only to her clients but also to her listeners. Her compassion and passion to help people overcome AND understand disordered eating. Her focus on resilience in body image is needed especially in these times when uncertainty can activate negative body image thoughts. A must-listen!
Apple Podcasts5DRMx3United States5 months ago - A “must listen” as a clinician
I love the emphasis on learning, improved awareness of one’s unique issues/challenges and the nature of long term recovery.
Apple Podcasts5beth miller smithUnited States7 months ago - Best Podcast on ED
I’ve been battling an ED for almost 20 years and have only recently accessed tools to help me recover. This podcast is so clear and engaging and I always come away with great nuggets to consider. Rachelle is genuine and has a great presence on her episodes, they flow well and her information is on point and delivered well. Thanks for putting out great content! Love love
Apple Podcasts5SuretolistenUnited States10 months ago - Excellent Content
Just listened to the Judy Krasna episode. I will be recommending this episode to all parents of kids with an ED
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The show centers on understanding disordered eating through psychoeducational discussion, practical strategies, and real-world clinical insight. Episodes typically blend theory with actionable steps—covering hunger cues, relapse, body image, assertiveness, therapy dynamics, and the social factors that shape eating behaviors. A standout theme is the emphasis on compassionate, nonjudgmental exploration of underlying needs, with a strong focus on long-term recovery, relational support, and building internal validation. The host consistently frames recovery as a nuanced, non-linear process that benefits from structure, external support, and clear coping skills, making it useful for both clinicians and listeners seeking to improve their relation... more
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