In this episode of Fly to Freedom , I'm joined by Dr Cristina Castagnini , a licensed psychologist and certified eating disorder specialist whose work focuses exclusively on helping women heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Cristina is also the host of the Behind the Bite podcast, where she dismantles harmful eating disorder myths and supports recovery with compassion and clarity. We explore Cristina’s personal journey with a long-standing eating disorder, the shocking moment tha...
Jun 24, 2025•40 min•Ep. 113
In this episode of Fly to Freedom , I'm exploring a topic that’s rarely talked about openly, but is a reality for many in eating disorder recovery: purging . Whether it takes the form of self-induced vomiting , laxative abuse , or compulsive exercise , purging isn’t really about food. It’s about fear. About shame. About trying to escape from overwhelming emotions and regain a sense of control—often at the cost of your physical and emotional wellbeing. Together, we’ll unpack: The emotional and ps...
Jun 17, 2025•28 min•Ep. 116
In this deeply moving episode of Fly to Freedom , I’m joined by fellow eating disorder recovery coach, Sarah Rzemieniak, who shares her powerful personal story of healing from anorexia and finding her way back to herself. Sarah opens up about the roots of her eating disorder, which began at age 12 during a time of emotional insecurity, perfectionism, and disconnection. Her story takes us through years of treatment, early recovery, and a relapse in her 20s that forced her to confront the deeper t...
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 111
The fear of weight gain is one of the most paralysing and misunderstood parts of eating disorder recovery. And in this episode of Fly to Freedom , I’m not sugar-coating it. I’m answering the question I get asked more than any other: Can I actually stop being afraid of gaining weight? The truth is, yes—you can. But not in the way your brain probably hopes. Recovery isn’t about waiting for the fear to go before you take action. It’s about taking action even while the fear is loud. In this episode,...
Jun 03, 2025•36 min•Ep. 114
You’re Not Broken – The System Is: A Raw Conversation About Healing with Lucy Aphramor This episode of Fly to Freedom is not just a conversation about recovery. It’s a deep reckoning with the systems that have shaped how we think about food, health, and bodies — and how we can begin to reclaim our truth. Julia is joined by Lucy Aphramor (they/them), a radical dietitian, poet, and justice-centred educator whose Well Now approach reimagines nutrition through the lens of compassion, lived experienc...
May 27, 2025•56 min•Ep. 109
In this tender and transformative episode of Fly to Freedom , specialist anorexia recovery coach Julia Trehane explores one of the most powerful – and often overlooked – elements of lasting healing in eating disorder recovery: the inner child. Whether you’ve heard the term before or it’s completely new, this episode gently guides you through what it really means to connect with the inner child, why it matters so deeply in anorexia recovery, and how so many of the emotions and behaviours we strug...
May 20, 2025•46 min•Ep. 109
In this powerful and often playful episode of Fly to Freedom , specialist anorexia recovery coach Julia Trehane is joined once again by recovery coach Victoria Kleinsman for a short but deeply impactful session—one that’s sparked by a listener request to roleplay the eating disorder versus the healthy self. Expect laughter, raw honesty, and moments of deep recognition as Julia and Victoria bring to life the inner war that so many face in eating disorder recovery. From food fears to compulsive ex...
May 13, 2025•33 min•Ep. 111
Struggling with intense emotions during eating disorder recovery? You’re not alone — and this episode of Fly to Freedom is for you. When you stop restricting food and start reconnecting with your body, something unexpected often happens: a flood of feelings. Sadness, anxiety, anger, even joy — all rushing back in. It can feel overwhelming, frightening, and confusing. You might even wonder, “Am I doing recovery wrong?” In this powerful episode, Julia Trehane — specialist anorexia recovery coach a...
May 06, 2025•38 min•Ep. 110
****UPDATE FOR THIS EPISODE**** Right at the end, I give a link to my Recovery Circle community and courses. In my excitement, I gave the wrong link! it should be https://www.edrecoverycircle.com/ Oops! In this special monthly catch-up episode of Fly to Freedom , Julia and Victoria come together again to chat, giggle, and offer heartfelt insight into the raw realities of eating disorder recovery. From slippers and sensory issues to deep conversations about mother-daughter recovery, guilt, brain ...
Apr 28, 2025•57 min•Ep. 109
So many people in eating disorder recovery believe they have to earn support — by being sicker, quieter, or more perfect. But what if that’s the very belief that’s been keeping healing out of reach? In this episode of Fly to Freedom , I gently but powerfully unravel the dangerous myth that you have to do recovery alone. I share openly — including from my own lived experience — why support isn’t a luxury, but a lifeline. We explore the emotional roots of the belief ‘I don’t deserve help,’ how emo...
Apr 22, 2025•39 min•Ep. 108
This episode is nothing short of extraordinary. Today, I sit down with Dr. Robb Kelly , a world-renowned recovery expert who is changing lives through his neuroscience-based approach to addiction, trauma, and mental health. The world’s best recovery coaches don’t just treat the symptoms of addiction—they focus on the root causes, addressing the deeper issues that keep people stuck. Dr. Robb Kelly is among this elite group , helping people break free from destructive patterns and fully rewire the...
Apr 15, 2025•58 min•Ep. 107
Welcome back to Fly to Freedom . In this second part of our series on common eating disorder recovery symptoms, we’re exploring the emotional and neurological shifts that often surface during the healing process. If you haven’t listened to Part 1 yet, I encourage you to start there—we covered the physical signs of healing in anorexia recovery, including extreme hunger, bloating, and fatigue. In this episode, we shift focus to the internal healing process—those invisible but powerful changes that...
Apr 08, 2025•30 min•Ep. 106
When you begin nourishing your body again in eating disorder recovery, it doesn’t just quietly say thank you — it lets you know it's working. And that can feel overwhelming, scary, and confusing. You might even question whether you're doing recovery wrong . In this episode of Fly To Freedom , I’m breaking down what’s really happening behind the physical sensations so many people experience in early recovery — from exhaustion and digestive issues to bloating, edema, joint pain, and more. These ar...
Mar 31, 2025•33 min•Ep. 101
Episode 104 – Q&A with Victoria and Julia: Exercise in Recovery, Body Image, and the Messy Middle In this episode of Fly to Freedom , Julia and Victoria are back with another listener Q&A! They answer your most pressing questions about eating disorder recovery, from reintroducing exercise to dealing with body image struggles and overcoming fears around food. 💬 When is it safe to reintroduce exercise in recovery? Victoria and Julia share their personal journeys with exercise addiction an...
Mar 25, 2025•50 min•Ep. 104
🎙 Welcome back to Fly to Freedom! Have you ever felt a deep sense of loss when letting go of your eating disorder? You’re not alone. In today’s episode, I’m talking about something that many people in recovery experience but often feel afraid to admit— missing the eating disorder. 💭 Why would you miss something that caused so much pain? 💭 Why does letting go feel so scary, even when you know recovery is right? 💭 How can you grieve the eating disorder while still moving forward? In this episo...
Mar 18, 2025•22 min•Ep. 103
53 minutes of sheer interview joy! Today’s episode is an absolute treat as I welcome the marvellous Amy Margolis, LCSW . Amy is a licensed therapist, co-clinical director of Santa Monica Counseling , and an expert in eating disorder recovery. She’s also a seasoned voice actor with credits from Nickelodeon, Netflix, and Disney , but more than anything, she’s a passionate advocate for healing and self-worth. This episode is extra special because Amy and I recorded an incredible conversation previo...
Mar 11, 2025•57 min•Ep. 99
Sorry folks, this episode is audio only, due to a technical fault uploading the video to Spotify. If you really want to see a video version, you can on YouTube at https://youtu.be/TJBNLRnTFcQ In this episode of Fly to Freedom , I’m addressing a topic that is often misunderstood, invalidated, and overlooked— atypical anorexia . If you've ever been told, “You don’t look like you have an eating disorder” or felt like you don’t deserve help because you don’t fit the stereotype of anorexia, this epis...
Mar 04, 2025•36 min•Ep. 101
Episode 100: Double Love – Q&A with Julia & Victoria 🎉 Celebrating 100 episodes! 🎉 This episode is a special one! Today I'm joined by my dear friend Victoria for a powerful, honest, and deeply supportive Q&A session. Together, we reflect on how far we've come—both in recovery and in life—and answer your burning questions about eating disorder recovery, fear, self-love, relationships, and more. In this episode, we discuss: 💬 How Julia overcame the fear of starting her podcast – and...
Feb 25, 2025•54 min•Ep. 100
[[SCROLL DOWN FOR SOMETHING NEW!]] Why is rest so hard? If you’ve ever felt guilty for slowing down, struggled to stop moving, or found yourself filling every quiet moment with busyness, you’re not alone. In this episode, I explore the deep-rooted beliefs that make rest feel impossible—especially in eating disorder recovery. 💡 Key topics: ✔️ Why guilt around rest is so common ✔️ The toxic influence of hustle culture and diet culture ✔️ How your childhood experiences shaped your relationship wit...
Feb 18, 2025•34 min•Ep. 99
Could there be a connection between the principles of Human Design and the patterns of eating disorders, particularly anorexia? In this thought-provoking episode of Fly to Freedom , I’m joined by Katharina Hillenberg —also known as Magic Kathi —to explore this idea. Kathi is an Energy Alchemist, Sonic Anatomy Guide, and host of the Systems of Existence podcast . Specializing in Evolutionary Astrology, the Gene Keys, Human Design, and Vibrational Alignment , she helps people reconnect with their ...
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 98
Today’s episode is all about hunger—but not just the tummy-rumbling kind! If you’ve ever felt confused by your hunger cues (or lack of them) during recovery, you’re not alone. I know how tricky it can be to navigate hunger when physical signals are absent, unreliable, or even overwhelming. 💡 Here’s what you'll listen to today: Why hunger signals can disappear or feel all over the place in recovery. How hunger can show up in surprising ways (restless legs, anyone?). Why mental hunger is 100% val...
Feb 04, 2025•34 min
Welcome to another inspiring episode of Fly to Freedom! Today, I am thrilled to be joined by the incredible Dr Anita Johnston, a true pioneer in the field of eating disorder recovery. Dr Johnston is a depth psychologist, international speaker, and the author of the transformative book Eating in the Light of the Moon, now available in seven languages. For nearly 40 years, Dr Johnston has been helping individuals understand the deeper emotional and psychological layers of their relationship with f...
Jan 28, 2025•48 min•Ep. 96
What does eating disorder recovery truly mean? In this transformative episode of Fly to Freedom , I uncover the deeper meaning of recovery. It’s not just about overcoming the fear of eating or stopping destructive behaviours—it’s about rediscovering who you are, learning to meet your needs, and creating a life that aligns with your authentic self. Whether you are struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, orthorexia, or any other eating disorder, FOOD is often a symptom and not the real pr...
Jan 21, 2025•22 min•Ep. 95
What Happens When You Put Two Passionate Therapists in a Room? You get nearly an hour of great conversation, so settle in with a cuppa and listen to this wonderful conversation. Please do remember to rate the episode. Show Notes: In this raw, unfiltered, and powerful episode of Fly to Freedom , I sit down with Jennifer Cox, psychotherapist, co-host of the global hit Women Are Mad podcast, and author of the award-winning book Women Are Angry: Why Your Rage is Hiding and How to Let it Out . Jennif...
Jan 14, 2025•58 min•Ep. 94
In this powerful episode, I explore the deep connection between people-pleasing, the "good girl" mindset, and eating disorder recovery. If you’ve ever felt like your worth is tied to how much you give, how little you need, or how small you can make yourself, this episode is for you. Topics I cover include: How people-pleasing develops – Discover how childhood experiences like parentification and societal expectations create the good girl mindset. The role of guilt in eating disorders – Understan...
Jan 07, 2025•44 min
What happens when eating disorder recovery becomes a shared journey—strengthening not just individuals but the relationships that support them? Supporting someone through anorexia recovery can feel overwhelming, especially when you're unsure how to help without triggering setbacks. This episode dives into the powerful journey of a couple navigating recovery together, offering real-life insights and practical advice for anyone supporting a loved one through anorexia recovery. Gain actionable insi...
Dec 31, 2024•47 min•Season 2025Ep. 1
A Christmas Meditation for Eating Disorder Recovery This week’s episode is something a little different—a Christmas meditation designed to help you ground yourself during the festive season. The holidays can bring challenges, but taking time to centre yourself and find calm can make all the difference. This guided meditation is here to support you through the tricky moments and help you reconnect with peace. 🎁 Free Resource: Managing Triggers PDF There is a free PDF on how to manage triggers du...
Dec 17, 2024•17 min•Ep. 91
In this episode, we explore one of the most transformative aspects of eating disorder recovery: boundaries . Setting boundaries can feel uncomfortable, especially when it involves family, but they are essential for protecting your recovery journey and prioritising your well-being. 🎙️ What you’ll learn in this episode: Why boundaries are crucial in eating disorder recovery. How guilt, discomfort, and fear are signals of growth. Practical ways to set boundaries with kindness and compassion. Tips ...
Dec 10, 2024•18 min•Ep. 90
In this festive and heartfelt Christmas special, Julia Trehane and Victoria Kleinsman team up again to address your holiday-related questions around food, family dynamics, and self-compassion. This episode is filled with actionable advice, warmth, and plenty of laughs as they navigate the joys and challenges of the holiday season. Whether you’re recovering from an eating disorder, supporting someone in recovery, or simply looking for tips to make this Christmas a little more mindful, this episod...
Dec 03, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 89
Join me in celebrating my incredible client, Laura, a doctor from the UK, who shares her inspiring journey of battling an eating disorder and ultimately recovering not just her physical health, but her mental and emotional well-being too. Have you ever wondered what it truly means to recover from anorexia—not just physically, but emotionally and mentally, too? Many people struggling with anorexia feel stuck in a cycle of quasi-recovery, where life seems functional on the outside but feels far fr...
Nov 26, 2024•44 min•Ep. 90
