DR MARIANNE MILLER
CARING EATING DISORDER TREATMENT IN SAN DIEGO AND THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA, TEXAS, AND WASHINGTON D.C. FOR ADULTS & TEENS
Top 5 Common Myths About Binge Eating Disorder—Busted!
Whether you live in California, Texas, or Manchester, UK, binge eating disorder (BED) is a real deal, and it’s often surrounded by myths that need a serious reality check! Ready to bust some common misconceptions and set the record straight? Let’s dive in and clear up these myths with a splash of fun! You might have heard a lot of chatter about BED—some of it true, and some of it, well, not so much. From thinking it's just about overeating to believing it only affects certain people, there are plenty of myths out there that can make understanding this disorder a bit tricky. Don’t worry—we’re here to separate fact from fiction and shine a light on the truth! So no matter whether you struggle with binge eating in San Diego, Dallas, NYC, or London, UK, get comfy, because we’re about to bust five of the biggest myths about binge eating disorder. Whether you’re looking to learn more for yourself or to support someone you care about, this is your go-to guide for getting the facts straight. Let’s get started!
Meet San Diego Eating Disorder Therapist Emily Andersen, LMFT: A Weight-Neutral, Non-Diet Clinician
Hi everyone! I’d like you to meet Emily Andersen, LMFT. She is an eating disorder therapist in San Diego, California, in the United States. Emily embraces the Health at Every Size approach and tailors her treatment uniquely to each client. She works virtually via telehealth with adults throughout California. Enjoy getting to know her.
Meet San Diego Anti-Diet Dietitian Theresa Carmichael, RDN
What the heck is an anti-diet dietitian? It’s Theresa Carmichael, RDN. She’s an eating disorder dietitian who is NOT about losing weight. She is owner of the Carmichael Clinic in San Diego, California. Theresa assists people in recalibrating their relationship with eating and find food freedom. Practicing from a Health at Every Size (HAES) perspective, Theresa helps individuals achieve healthy lives, regardless of their weight or body size. I’ve known and collaborated with Theresa for many years. She does amazing work and clients love her. Enjoy getting to know Theresa!
Learn about Internal Family Systems with Kindful Body’s Marcella Cox, LMFT
Looking for an eating disorder therapist in California and don't know where to turn? Longing to find someone who is inclusive of diverse body sizes, races, genders, sexual orientations, etc.? Wanting a place where you will feel connected and respected? Look no further! Meet California eating disorder therapist Marcella Cox, LMFT, CEDS-S and her team of therapists and dietitians at Kindful Body. I met with Marcella a while ago, and I felt wowed by her expertise. I also noticed how she truly cares about helping people recover from eating disorders and body shame. Her experienced team at Kindful Body shares the same approach to recovery, and they provide eating disorder therapy and nutrition counseling online throughout California. Marcella is thoughtful, genuine, and compassionate. I can't wait for you to get to meet her!
Spirituality and Eating Disorders with California Therapist Sarah Brown, LMFT
Hi everyone! I’m happy to introduce California eating disorder therapist Sarah Brown, LMFT. Not only is Sarah very experienced in working with eating disorders and advocates health at every size (HAES), she is able to integrate spirituality into California eating disorder treatment. This topic is near and dear to my heart—especial spiritual trauma and how it can affect eating disorder recovery. I’m so thankful that Sarah is doing the work that she does and so excited for you to get to know her!
Get Top Eating Disorder Medical Care with Gaudiani Clinic's Dr. Sarah-Ashley Robbins, MD
It can feel nearly impossible to find quality eating disorder medical care in San Diego and elsewhere. You tell your medical doctor that you have an eating disorder, and they still weigh you, they still talk about what you should or should not eat, and they make judgments about your BMI. It discourages you so much that you avoid going to the physician until your health worsens and you end up in urgent care or the ER. There is hope. Gaudiani Clinic, founded by Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani, MD, is the top eating disorder medical outpatient clinic in the United States.
Feeling Unworthy of Help? Meet Eating Disorder Dietitian Maddie White McClean, RDN
It is common for people who struggle with eating, food, and body image issues to feel unworthy of getting help. Maddie White gets that. I’ve recently worked with Maddie, who is a registered dietitian and eating disorder specialist in San Diego. She is an incredibly compassionate and conscientious dietitian who loves working with eating disorders. A San Diego native, Maddie is recovered from disordered eating herself, so she has a a lot of empathy for people going through similar struggles. I’m thrilled that you get to know her!
Binge eating? Three Questions to Ask Yourself from a Binge Eating Therapist.
Struggling with binge eating? Having more urges to binge since COVID hit? Or, has it always been there, lurking in the background, ready to pounce when you’re feeling especially tired, stressed, or overwhelmed. It’s so hard to deal with binge eating in San Diego and elsewhere. Regardless of whether you meet the criteria for binge eating disorder or just grapple with binge eating every once in a while, it really sucks. Sure, there may be initial relief and numbing out from stress, but after a while discomfort, guilt, and shame can set in, which is so challenging. To help you figure out what to do if you struggle with binge eating, I’ve outlined three questions to ask yourself to get you on your way.
Frustrated with Weight Stigma? Get to Know Kathleen Meehan, M.S., RD
HI everyone! Meet Kathleen Meehan, an amazing Los Angeles eating disorder dietitian known as @therdnutritionist on Instagram. She identifies as a “non-diet dietitian,” and she works from a Health at Every Size (HAES) perspective. Kathleen also is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. She is really passionate about showing respect for all bodies, and she works virtually to help people in San Diego and beyond. Enjoy getting to know her!