Melrose Heals: A conversation about eating disorders: Recent Episodes
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Introducing Melrose Heals: A conversation about eating disorders. The podcast is hosted by Melrose Center’s licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Karen Nelson. Melrose Heals is designed to explore, discuss and understand eating disorders. We have over 35 years of experience caring for all types of eating disorders, affecting all sorts of people. We would love to share some of our knowledge with you.
Because in the end, we believe that recovery is possible. It’s only when we have honest conversations, that we’ll find the opportunity for healing.
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Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Brittany Raven, a licensed mental health provider and clinician at HealthPartners, to discuss OCD and how it can impact an eating disorder. They’ll explore what OCD is, how it can show up in eating disorders, and the ways it can affect recovery. With the right treatment and support, recovery is always possible.
On this episode, we will be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Katie, who will take us through her story of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Margaret Funk to discuss menopause, and how it can impact women recovering from an eating disorder.
On Today's episode we will be sharing a storing of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Eric who will take us through his journey of diagnosis, treatment and what it means to live in recovery.
On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson and Dr. Amanda Ihlenfeld will explore how someone with an eating disorder can
manage distress and other uncomfortable emotions, as well as tips to manage these emotions.
On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Amanda Delsman to dive deeper into body image, the role it plays throughout the recovery journey, and tips for cultivating a healthier relationship with your body.
On this episode, we will be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Emily, who will take us through her story of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
Dr. Karen Nelson continues her conversation with Dr. Linda Wondrasch to discuss temperament-based treatment. A new treatment model that helps patients and families understand and use their own personality traits as a primary source of change and recovery.
Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Linda Wondrasch to discuss temperament-based treatment. This is revolutionary treatment helps patients and families understand and use their own personality traits as a primary source of change and recovery.
Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Heather Gallivan to discuss how social media can influence eating disorders, as well as safe ways to create healthy boundaries on social media.
Dr. Karen Nelson continues her conversation with Corey and Stephanie on how best to support your partner when they are recovering from an eating disorder.
Dr. Karen Nelson sits down with Corey, who previously opened up about his own recovery from an eating disorder, and his partner Stephanie to explore how to support a loved one on their healing journey.
Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Gina Patnoe and Dr. Amanda Ihlenfeld to discuss GLP-1s and how the can impact those recovering from an eating disorder.
On today's episode, we'll be continuing Nolan's story of recovery. He'll continue to take us through his journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
On today's episode, we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Nolan, who will take us through his journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Andrea Zuellig to discuss how eating disorders distort the truth. They may tell us lies about who we are, convince us of myths around food and eating, and create insurmountable barriers to getting treatment. On this episode, we will explore what’s behind the lies and expose the truth because recovery is possible.
On today's episode we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Ceecee, who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Heather Gallivan, clinical director here at Melrose. Heather and Karen will talk about how to find the best eating disorder treatment for you and the importance of specialized care when treating an eating disorder. While treatment will likely not be easy, it’s important that you feel confident and comfortable with the expertise of your team and your plan of care.
Dr. Karen Nelson will continue her conversation with Dr. Amanda Delsman on the importance of self-esteem, self-compassion, and resilience when healing from an eating disorder.
On Today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Amanda Delsman, a licensed psychologist here at Melrose, to discuss self-compassion, self-esteem, and resilience. These three emotional supports help not only those recovering from an eating disorder - but truly everyone. We can all benefit by being a little bit nicer to ourselves day by day.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Amanda Ihlenfeld, licensed psychologist here at Melrose. Karen and Amanda will discuss guilt and shame and how these two emotions interact with eating disorders. While guilt and shame are common to the human experience, eating disorders are powerfully impacted by these emotions. We say it at the beginning of this podcast - eating disorders thrive in secrecy and shame. But when we learn about the source of these feelings we are better able to address, manage, and heal them.
Parents are the key to a child’s recovery from an eating disorder and the recovery journey can be challenging! On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Brian and Lisa who will share their family's journey of recovery.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Margaret Funk, to discuss the intersection between eating disorders and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder better known as ADHD. Dr. Funk and Dr. Nelson will discuss what diagnostic criteria looks like, ADHD medications and how to manage both ADHD and an eating disorder.
Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Bree who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jude Coughlin to explore how mind-body work can support healing and recovery.
Eating disorders are complex illnesses and become even more complex when other physical or mental health issues co-occur. On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Gina Patnoe, a Diabetes Nurse Specialist, to discuss the intersection of Type 2 diabetes and eating disorders.
On today’s episode, we’ll have a conversation with Joelle about her recovery from an eating disorder.
You'll hear how eating disorders can morph and change over time. Symptoms may change and even the diagnosis can change as situations impact our lives. But recovery is always possible.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Alicia Phillips, a registered dietitian here at Melrose. Alicia and Karen will discuss Orthorexia or the obsessive pursuit of clean eating or living a healthy lifestyle. Of course, living a balanced and healthy life is important, but when this pursuit starts to feel obsessive and negatively impacts your day-to-day life that’s when it could progress into a diagnosable eating disorder.
On this episode, we will be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Corey, who will take us through his journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
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On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Andrea Zuellig to discuss how eating disorders have changed in the past 20 years.
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On today’s episode we will continue our conversation around the seriousness of an eating disorder diagnosis. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined again by Diane, who tragically lost her daughter to an eating disorder, and Dr. Emily Wacker to discuss the importance of taking these diagnoses seriously as well as the need for support for everyone impacted by an eating disorder.
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On today’s episode, we will have two special guests for a candid conversation about the seriousness of an eating disorder diagnosis. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Emily Wacker, PHD, LMFT licensed clinical therapist at Melrose, and Diane, who tragically lost her daughter to an eating disorder. Eating disorders can be life-threatening and we feel it’s important for our listeners to understand the potential impact on the person with the diagnosis, but also on their parents, guardians, spouses, and friends.
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There are so many messages about food in our culture which can create conflicted emotions about eating and nourishment. Oftentimes it impacts not only how we eat, but also how we feel about ourselves and our bodies. On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by George Elliott, a registered dietitian here at Melrose. Together they will discuss intuitive eating, a helpful tool that can support both eating disorder recovery and a healthy lifestyle.
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Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Patti Witt, LMFT here at Melrose. Karen and Patti will talk about Depression and anxiety - and the impact they can have on eating disorders and eating disorder recovery.
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Dr. Karen Nelson continues her conversation with Dr. Amanda Ihlenfeld, around the importance of cultivating and maintaining healthy boundaries in eating disorder recovery.
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Boundaries are so important - in our lives and in our recovery. This is a two-part episode with Dr. Amanda Ihlenfeld, licensed clinical psychologist here at Melrose.. In part one, we will more generally discuss boundaries - the different types - and how difficult it can sometimes be to practice healthy boundaries. In part 2, we'll discuss the relationship between eating disorder recovery and healthy boundaries.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Amanda Delsman - licensed clinical psychologist here at Melrose. For women over 40, eating disorders can be surprising or frustrating - whether it’s a first diagnosis or a relapse from a previous diagnosis. But there is always hope - Karen and Amanda will take you through the journey of finding recovery over 40.
On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Sophia who will continue to take us through her journey through treatment and what it means to live in recovery.
On this episode, we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Sophia who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
This episode has been divided into two parts.
On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jackie Gustafson, NP-PPC here at Melrose. Karen and Jackie will discuss the impact eating disorders can have on women and their reproductive systems, especially as they enter their childbearing years.
On today's episode, we’ll be talking about core beliefs and the variety of ways they can impact how we think about ourselves. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Patti Witt and together they will also discuss how self-talk can help us affirm our positive core beliefs as well as support growth and healing in our lives.
On today’s episode, we will be discussing food as fuel for our bodies. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jillian Tholen, a registered dietitian at TRIA who will help us understand what it means to balance nutritional needs and exercise as well as how disordered eating can impact athletes.
On today’s episode, we’ll talk about food—for nourishment, for enjoyment, for ourselves and for our families. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Alicia Phillips, manager of nutrition services here at Melrose to understand how “all foods fit” in the treatment of eating disorders.
On this episode, we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Brenda who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Jill Leer. They will discuss the intersection of eating disorders and bariatric surgery.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Kate Kardell, primary care physician here at Melrose. Karen and Kate will discuss what supportive medical care looks like for patients who are suffering from an eating disorder.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Lisa Bonahoom, licensed marriage and family therapist here at Melrose. Karen and Lisa will discuss how parents and guardians can support a child struggling with an eating disorder by sharing practical tips and information to help support your child's recovery journey.
On today's episode, we'll be sharing a story of recovery. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Cindy who will take us through her daughter's journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
On this episode, we'll be sharing a recovery story. Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Jessica who will take us through her journey of diagnosis, treatment, and what it means to live in recovery.
On today’s episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Dr. Dawn Taylor, the manager of our residential treatment facility here at Melrose. Dawn and Karen will discuss when residential care is needed and what a patient can expect if they are admitted.
On today's episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by Patti Witt, licensed Marriage and Family therapist here at Melrose. Karen and Patti will discuss Trauma - what it looks like, how it is stored in the body and how trauma can intersect with 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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 and sizes are accepted.
Health At Every Size® and HAES® are registered trademarks of the Association for Size Diversity and Health and used with permission.
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.
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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.
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.
For more information visit:
American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) website if people would like more information:
https://www.musictherapy.org/about/musictherapy/
And Mandi put together a playlist of songs for recovery.
Shake it Out – Florence and The Machine
The Middle – Jimmy Eat World
I’m Still Standing – Elton John
Brave – Sara Bareilles
Never One Thing – May Erlwine
Whatever We Feel – Sammy Rae & The Friends
Back in My Body – Maggie Rogers
Bird Set Free – Sia
Rise – Katy Perry
The Breakup Song – Francesca Battistelli
You Have Always Been Enough – Lynn O’Brien
Hearts in Needs of a Little Repair – Sarah Morris
Show Love – Harper Still
The Climb – Miley Cyrus
Keep on Keeping On – Colony House
Stand By You – Rachel Platten
Lease on Life- Andy Grammer
If I Dare – Sara Bareilles
Rainbow – Kacey Musgraves
Age of Worry – Madison Cunningham
This is Me – Greatest Showman
Who You Are – Jessie J
Skyscraper – Demi Lovato
Be OK – Ingrid Michaelson
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 symptoms and offer support and encouragement for both those in recovery from ARFID as well as their family and friends. Click here for a transcript of this episode.
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 for a transcript of this episode.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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 pandemic. And some tips to get through this difficult time.
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On this episode, Karen is joined by Dr. Linsey Utzinger, a clinical psychologist and specialist on eating disorders and children at Melrose. This episode will focus on how eating disorders can show up in children and teens as well as the important role that parents and guardians play in the recovery of their children.
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On this episode, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by George Elliott, a registered dietitian at Melrose. The holidays can be a difficult time of year for anybody but for those recovering from an Eating Disorder, this time of year can be incredibly volatile-- with constant stress, triggers, and expectations. Together, Karen and George share their expertise on how to get through this time of year.
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On the inaugural episode of Melrose Heals, Dr. Karen Nelson is joined by the Director of Melrose, Dr. Heather Gallivan On this episode you’ll learn about our host, Dr. Karen Nelson. Her approach to treatment and the passion she has for her clients and her belief that recovery is possible.
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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.
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Introducing Melrose Heals: A conversation about eating disorders. A new Melrose Center podcast designed to explore, discuss and understand eating disorders. Melrose has over 35 years of experience caring for all types of eating disorders, affecting all sorts of people. We would love to share some of that knowledge with you. Because in the end, we believe that recovery is possible. It's only when we have honest conversations, that we'll find the opportunity for healing.
Melrose Heals launches November 23rd and will be available across all podcast platforms.