The Lovely Becoming Podcast

10. Writing, Body Kindness, Grief, and more with Author, Poet, and Beautiful Human, Arielle Estoria

In this episode, Mimi talks with poet, creative, author, speaker, writer (and so much more), Arielle Estoria. We talk about what body kindness and grief look like for her, managing negative conflicts and setting boundaries, and her writing. Born and raised in foggy Northern California and now residing in Los Angeles CA, Arielle ​Estoria is a Spoken Word Poet, gifted Writer and Author, captivating and authentic Emcee and Speaker. Through various aspects of storytelling, Arielle creates environmen...

9. Intergenerational trauma, Attachment, and Grief with Hatty J. Lee, LMFT

In this episode, Hatty and I talk about how trauma is passed down both relationally through patterns of attachment and genetics. We also laugh about our favorite foods and talk about what authenticity is. Hatty (she/her) is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Brainspotting practitioner who has been practicing for over a decade. As the founder of a group practice in Los Angeles, California, she supports people to deepen connection with themselves and the most important people in their li...

8. Boundaries, Relationships, and Trauma with Jordan Pickell, MCP, RCC

In this episode, Jordan and Mimi talk about what boundaries and trauma really are, parent-child relationships, and incorporating vulnerability and self-compassion into our lives. Jordan Pickell is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and relationship and trauma therapist in private practice in Vancouver, Canada. She has a background in community mental health and anti-violence working with survivors of childhood sexual abuse and sexual assault. Jordan is also a writer, offering insights about bounda...

7. Diabetes Myth Busting and Intuitive Eating with Lauren Newman, RD

Lauren and Mimi talk about common myths about diabetes (esp type 2), intuitive eating, and the comorbidities between eating disorders and diabetes beyond diabulimia. Lauren Newman is a registered dietitian passionate about helping individuals with diabetes make peace with food and their bodies. Lauren practices from a Health At Every Size® and weight inclusive approach to help clients connect with their body’s needs, and learn to respond without rigidity, restriction, or shame. Lauren received h...

6. Collaborative, Weight Inclusive Medical Care with Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani, MD

In this episode, Mimi and Dr. Gaudiani talk about medical aspects of eating disorders and weight inclusive care for all. Jennifer L. Gaudiani, MD, CEDS-S, FAED, is the Founder and Medical Director of the Gaudiani Clinic. Board Certified in Internal Medicine, she completed her undergraduate degree at Harvard, medical school at Boston University School of Medicine, and her internal medicine residency and chief residency at Yale. Dr. Gaudiani has been a leader in the eating disorders field since 20...

5. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) with Alegra Kastens, AMFT

In this episode, Mimi and Alegra talk about the basics of obsessive compulsive disorder, what it looks like to treat the very disorder she suffered from, and social justice from a therapist’s perspective. Alegra is an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist who received my Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University. She currently practices in Los Angeles, CA, specializing in the treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders, Body-Focused Repetitive Behavi...

4. Trauma, Diets, and the Polyvagal Theory with Rachel Sellers, M.Ed, M.S.

In this episode, I talk with practicing therapist, Rachel Sellers. Rachel most recently completed her master's degree in Counseling and is working towards her professional license. She works as a private practice therapist based in Nashville, TN. Rachel also holds a master's degree in Education and uses her teaching skills to educate people about trauma, The Polyvagal Theory, and eating disorders. She is a mental health blogger, a coffee enthusiast, and a lover of pajamas and sleeping in. In thi...

3. Friendship and Eating Disorder Recovery with Emily Murray, RD

In this episode, I talk with registered dietitian, Emily Murray. We discuss what recovery from an eating disorder looks like and the importance of friendships in that process. We also talk about ways to access recovery when treatment is too expensive and much more! Emily is a registered dietitian and founder of Murray Nutrition, PLLC, located just outside of Nashville, TN. Emily specializes in eating disorder recovery, chronic dieting + disordered eating, compulsive exercise, and weight + body i...

2. The Basics of Intuitive Eating, Health at Every Size, and Fat Positivity with Emma D’Arpino, RD

On this episode, I speak with dietitian, Emma D’Arpino about what it means to be fat positive, if someone can have thin privilege and still experience weight stigma, and much more. Note: use of the word *ob*sity* to help debunk myths.

1. Body Liberation, Faith Transitions, and Recovery with Kent Thomas, MSW

In this episode, I talk with Kent Thomas about eating disorder recovery as a gay man, body liberation advocacy work, amplifying marginalized voices in the organization Young Life, and faith transitions “leaving the fold” of Christianity. I hope you enjoy listening! Kent is a social worker and Body Liberation Coach in Tacoma, Washington. He currently works as a Milieu Therapist at Opal Food and Body Wisdom. You can find Kent on Instagram at @kentthomasmsw

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