Thoughtful Counselor Podcast | PCT's Kaila Hattis & Emily Behrs

BODY POSITIVITY IN COUNSELING: WORKING WITH TEENS WITH EATING DISORDERS

In this episode of The Thoughtful Counselor Podcast, Dr. Megan Speciale interviews Emily Behrs, AMFT, and Kaila Hattis, LMFT, about using a body-positive framework for working with teens who struggle with negative body image, disordered eating and nutrition, and/or unhealthy exercise patterns.

Emily and Kaila share strategies about how to incorporate body image and nutrition into the intake and assessment process, broach topics related to self-esteem and body image with teen clients, and how to navigate privacy and confidentiality concerns with incorporating families into treatment. The guests also discuss the role of social media, COVID-19, and online learning on self-image, diet and nutrition, and mental health.