Why applying a two-lane approach to addiction recovery counselling can be helpful
Why are we so ashamed of our addictive eating? And what is shame, anyway?
A medical procedure shows me the nuance between the parts of me and my brain and how both play into my addictive behaviours.
Here, I share my lived experience of how my food addiction and eating disorders operated in a complex system of warring parts.
Internal Family Systems is amazing at creating transformational change through a brain process called memory reconsolidation.
To illustrate what complex trauma recovery may look like, let me share a little about my own experience with it. Everyone is different!
Acknowledgement of Country
I recognise the history, culture, diversity and value of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, and acknowledge their Elders past and present.
I acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded, and support reconciliation, justice and the recognition of the ongoing living culture of all First Nations people by providing welcoming and culturally informed services.
Embracing inclusivity and diversity, I also support a culture of inclusion, respect, choice, voice and diversity and am committed to supporting all people to be mentally well and engaged in their communities.