The Full of Beans Podcast

This week, I’m joined by my dear friend George Mycock, a PhD candidate at the University of Worcester, who is studying men’s help-seeking and access to care for Eating and/or Body Image Psychopathology (EBIP)George is also involved in several projects, including the Mental Health and Movement Alliance at the charity Mind, the steering group for the National Audit of Eating Disorders and the Royal College of Psychiatrists, and co-led a project with the Consider Male Eating Disorders Team from the University of Nottingham and King's College London.George joins us today to discuss his PhD research, focusing on how to make eating disorder services more accessible for men and his hope for future awareness.Together, we explore:The presence of imposter syndrome in academia and researchThe barriers men face when seeking help for eating disordersHow services and resources often unintentionally “other” menMuscle dysmorphia, body image pressures, and male experiences of disordered eatingGeorge’s work on developing inclusive guidance for servicesWhy hope, awareness, and representation matter for men’s recoveryTimestamps: 01:04 – George's PhD research on men and eating disorders 10:00 – Why terminology matters (EBIP vs eating disorders) 20:00 – Barriers men face in accessing services 30:00 – Research on clinician bias and awareness 40:00 – Developing inclusive guidance with lived experience 55:00 – Why opening up these conversations matters⚠️ Trigger warning: This episode discusses eating disorders, disordered eating behaviours, and body image concerns. Please listen with care and seek support if you are struggling.Resources & Links:Visit MyomindsReview paper from George's PhD"Touchy subject" paperLink to the guidance documentConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereIf you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share the podcast to help us spread awareness.Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Remie Colledge. Remie is a neurodivergent public speaker, trainer and writer, with lived experience of recovery from anorexia. Remie discovered she was autistic many years after her struggle with anorexia began, and she received an even later ADHD diagnosis. Understanding and processing her experiences through a neuroaffirmative lens became a turning point, and a therapeutic part of her recovery journey. Remie is passionate about the value of sharing lived experience in an intentional way, along with working together with others to create a more neuro-inclusive world to live, work and belong, a world that really supports neurodivergent wellbeing.This week, we discuss:How undiagnosed neurodivergence shaped early eating difficultiesWhy ED behaviours can become coping strategies for sensory overloadHow autism & ADHD traits can get entangled with disordered eatingLetting go of “perfect recovery” and embracing the grey areasWhat eating disorder burnout looks and feels likeReconnecting with joy, identity, and special interests in recoveryBuilding a life that works with your neurodivergent brain, not against itTimestamps:04:00 – School transitions, sensory overload & early food struggles12:00 – Control, masking, and the early roots of anorexia17:00 – Autism, perfectionism & the “myth” of linear recovery24:00 – Burnout: neurodivergent & ED-related30:00 – ADHD, hyper-focus, and the illusion of “doing it all”38:00 – Building a recovery that respects your neurotype43:00 – Connection, identity & life beyond the EDTrigger Warning: This episode discusses anorexia, recovery relapse, diagnostic experiences, and burnout. Please take care while listening.Links and Resources:Connect with Remie on LinkedinVisit Remie's websiteConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by James Downs and Marissa Adams to discuss their recent publication exploring the link between eating disorders, late-diagnosed autism and social connectedness.James is a mental health campaigner, peer researcher and expert by experience in eating disorders. He works to develop collaboration across a range of professional and personal perspectives to improve mental health for all. He is also a musician, movement practitioner, and artist.Together, James and Marissa recently published research exploring the link between eating disorders, late autism diagnosis, and social connectedness.This week, we discuss:How late autism diagnosis can reframe the story of an eating disorderWhy one-size-fits-all eating disorder treatment often fails autistic peopleThe role of masking, misdiagnosis, and co-occurring conditions in ED developmentWhy individualised, neurodiversity-affirming care is essential for recoveryHow social connection looks different for autistic people (small circles, pets, nature)The importance of creating safe, validating treatment spaces where people can “re-story” identityWhy embracing difference can unlock more flexible, compassionate recovery support for everyoneTimestamps:06:30 – Late diagnosis, masking, and misdiagnosis 13:30 – Inpatient treatment, relapse, and the need for adaptation 18:30 – Making sense of autism post diagnosis 25:00 – Untangling autistic traits and eating disorder behaviours 31:00 – Social connection, pets, and neurodivergent-friendly community in recovery 38:00 – What flexible, individualised treatment can look like 45:00 – Identity, acceptance, and embracing neurodivergence in recovery Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of anorexia, bulimia, relapse, inpatient treatment, and diagnostic experiences.Read James and Marissa's recent paper [here].Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Rachel Egan. Rachel is a mental health campaigner who has personal experience of anorexia, laxative use, depression and anxiety. Rachel is the Strategic Communications and Marketing Manager for Dump the Scales, a trainer and activist who delivers eating disorder training sessions and has appeared on Sky News, BBC News and has her own column on the Huffington Post, all to improve the understanding of eating disordersThis week, we discuss:Rachel’s experience of anorexia and laxative misuseWhy laxative abuse felt like a form of self-punishmentThe serious physical health risks associated with laxative misuseRachel’s concerns about GLP-1 weight-loss drugs being marketed to the general publicWhy GLP-1s could be especially dangerous for people with eating disordersThe urgent need for regulation, education, and behavioural support alongside medicationHow social media, body ideals, and fatphobia influence our health choicesRachel’s optimism about Gen Z and their resistance to appearance pressuresTimestamps:01:00 – Rachel’s experience of anorexia and laxative misuse07:00 – The shame and secrecy around bingeing and purging09:30 – Physical and emotional toll of laxative misuse13:00 – Recovery journey and finding support16:30 – Concerns around GLP-1 weight-loss medications and eating disorders24:00 – The impact of weight stigma, fatphobia, and diet culture30:00 – The risk of normalising disordered behaviours through medication34:00 – Body image, steroids, and pressure on young peopleTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of anorexia, binge eating, laxative abuse and GLP-1 mediations.Resources & Links:Rachel's InstagramRachel's WebsiteDump The Scales InstagramConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Mollie Campbell is a lived experience advocate with a history of ARFID. After a misdiagnosis of anorexia and lack of treatment for ARFID, Mollie shares her story to increase awareness to help others who are struggling. This week, we discuss:Mollie's experience (of lack there of) of ARFID treatment and her anorexia misdiagnosisHow emetophobia played a role in Mollie's ARFID The common ARFID misunderstandings that need to be addressed to support ARFID recoveryTechniques Mollie has used to increase food variety in her diet The support Mollie received from her GP How Mollie's school helped her during her ARFID recovery Timestamps:[00:42] - Mollie’s introduction and early experiences with eating disorder services[06:20] - Misdiagnosis of anorexia and why treatment fell short[08:05] - How emetophobia (fear of sickness) played a role in her ARFID[12:00] - Body image and ARFID[23:36] - Helpful strategies: traffic light system & laddering exposure[32:00] - The crucial role of her GP and how they advocated for her[35:30] - Support from teachers and what made the difference[43:33] - Mollie’s advice for young people with ARFID and those supporting themTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of ARFID, anorexia, self harm and suicide. Resources & Links:Connect with Mollie via InstagramConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Marcelle Rose. Marcelle empowers women to overcome binge eating, emotional eating, and eating disorders, enabling them to reclaim their lives through a unique synergy of nutritional therapy, eating psychology, and mindset coaching. She is the author of the bestselling book The Binge Freedom Method™: Your Four Pillar Plan to Beat Emotional Eating for Good, and a BANT Registered Nutritionist and Coach with specialist training in eating disorders and behaviour change. Marcelle works with clients across the UK and internationally, and also supports women through her free Facebook community, The Food Freedom Collective. In this week's episode, we discuss:The cycle of binge eating and how restriction drives itWhy structured eating and nourishment are essential tools for recoveryThe emotional roots of binge eating and how to identify triggersHow to build self-awareness using food and emotion journalingThe importance of understanding hunger and satiety cuesConcerns about GLP-1 weight-loss drugs for people with disordered eatingHow GLP-1s may increase vulnerability to eating disorders and body image issuesThe physiological impact of GLP-1s and concerns we don't yet know about Timestamps:01:00 – Introducing Marcelle and her work in nutrition, mindset & ED recovery 05:00 – The binge-restrict cycle and the emotional aftermath 10:30 – Structured eating, blood sugar regulation & empowerment through food 17:00 – Emotional triggers, ED thoughts & journaling for self-awareness 23:00 – Reconnecting with hunger and satiety cues 27:30 – What GLP-1 medications are and how they affect satiety 32:00 – The dangers of promoting GLP-1s as binge eating “solutions” 38:00 – Media influence, weight stigma & fear of weight gain Resources & Links:Marcelle's Book (The Binge Freedom Method™)Marcelle's InstagramFacebook pageThe Food Freedom CollectiveMarcelle's WebsiteMarcelle's Linkedin Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

This week on the Full of Beans podcast, Han is joined by Brea Cannady. Brea is the founder of PREPÆRE™, a platform focused on integrating mental health safeguards into cosmetic care. Her work challenges the aesthetic industry to take emotional wellbeing seriously by creating tools and resources that support patients before treatment ever begins.Through PREPÆRE™, she advocates for better standards, safer conversations, and responsible care pathways that protect both patients and practitioners. Her mission is rooted in lived experience, deep research, and a refusal to accept the status quo.Together, we explore:What Body Dysmorphic Disorder really isThe risks of using surgery as a solution to psychological distressWhy cosmetic procedures can worsen BDD symptomsHealthy vs. harmful motivations for aesthetic treatmentsHow Prepaere empowers both clients and clinics for safe comestic treatments The need for psychological safety and better regulation in aesthetic medicineTimestamps: 00:34 – Brea's personal experience with BDD 03:18 – Brea's experience of cosmetic surgery 10:05 – Misconceptions about BDD & body image 14:30 – Can surgery ever be the solution? 19:35 – Addiction to appearance-based control 24:22 – When “self-care” becomes reliance 31:00 – What should be the clinician’s role? 35:40 – Introducing the Prepaere tool Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of body dysmorphic disorders, eating disorders and cosmetic surgery. Resources & Links:Email: info@prepaere.com PREPÆRE™ Instagram Brea's LinkedIn PREPÆRE™ WebsiteConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Dr. Stephen Linacre. Stephen is a Principal Clinical Psychologist in the NHS with extensive experience supporting individuals with eating disorders and neurodiversity. He’s published research, contributed to books, and chairs the trustee board of Freed Beaches, a Nottingham-based charity supporting people with eating disorders.Having lived through an eating disorder himself, Stephen brings a powerful dual perspective to his clinical work and advocacy, particularly in raising awareness for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID).This week, we discuss: Stephen’s lived experience of anorexia nervosa Navigating eating disorder recovery alongside Type 1 diabetes and cerebral palsyHow his personal eating disorder experience shaped his career in clinical psychologyIntroduction to ARFID and the lack of recognition in servicesKey differences between ARFID and anorexiaThe role of neurodiversity and sensory sensitivities in ARFIDWhy misdiagnoses like “fussy eating” are harmfulPractical advice for clinicians, parents, and carers supporting someone with ARFIDTimestamps:01:42 – Stephen's personal experience of anorexia as a teenage boy05:51 – Living with Type 1 diabetes and cerebral palsy12:00 – Stigma, recovery, and men with EDs16:40 – Introducing ARFID and why services fall short18:28 – ARFID vs. anorexia: why standard treatment may be harmful22:05 – Autism, sensory issues, and ARFID overlaps24:00 – Challenges with diagnosis, language, and access to care27:00 – Advice for parents, carers, and cliniciansTrigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of anorexia, ARFID, chronic illness, and recovery. Please listen with care.Resources & Links:ARFID & Autism research paperBirth complications & eating disorders research paper Peace pathway (Autism & eating disorder resources) ARFID Awareness UKConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

This week, Han is joined by Zoe Hazel, a mental health advocate, campaigner, and public speaker with lived experience of binge eating disorder, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder. Zoe has shared her story at the Dump the Scales Summit & March, spoken in Parliament to push for Mental Health Act reform, and sits on the Rethink Mental Illness Lived Experience Advisory Board.In this candid conversation, Zoe opens up about her journey with binge eating disorder, the lack of treatment available, and why we need to change the conversation and care pathways for people living with BED. We also discuss stigma, self-compassion in recovery, and what helps when support is hard to find.This week, we discuss:Zoe’s early experiences of binge eating disorderThe role of secrecy and shame reinforced her cycle of restriction and bingeZoe's reality of BED stigmas that exist The links between BED, bipolar disorder, and emotional regulationThe reality of navigating BED without treatment or local servicesWhy weight stigma in healthcare perpetuates harmPractical strategies Zoe uses to interrupt urges to bingeTimestamps:3:07 – Zoe’s early experiences with binge eating disorder8:05 – Injury, mobility changes, and stigma in healthcare14:55 – Control, addiction, and the emotional cycle of BED20:07 – The absence of treatment services for BED26:36 – What treatment should look like for BED 31:06 – Shame, secrecy, and the importance of talking about BED33:50 – Zoe’s practical coping toolsTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of binge eating disorder, restriction and bipolar disorder. Resources & Links:Connect with Zoe via InstagramConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

This week, we're joined by Dr. Anna Colton, a clinical psychologist and eating disorder specialist passionate about helping families to prevent passing on food and body image struggles to the next generation. She's the author of How to Talk to Children About Food, recently featured in The Times and ITV’s This Morning.This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating parenting, recovery, or both to learn how we can break the cycle of disordered eating by fostering healthier food narratives for the next generation.Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this conversation is a powerful reminder that healing is possible and essential when raising children.Key Takeaways:How childhood messaging about food and body image influences long-term beliefsSupporting recovery as a parent while protecting your children from harmful narrativesWhy the “good vs. bad food” binary causes harm, especially in schoolsHow to navigate food talk with children if you're struggling yourselfHow to create age-appropriate, inclusive, and curious conversations about nutritionThe reality of recovery: why motivation doesn’t always start with selfThe cultural pressure of “clean eating,” GLP-1 medications, and the impact on childrenTimestamps:02:00 – The story behind Anna's book05:30 – Where food beliefs begin in childhood11:10 – The harms of diet culture in schools17:20 – Healing when you’re still struggling yourself23:00 – Recovery as a form of parenting30:00 – Why disordered eating is often overlooked33:40 – The danger of unregulated weight loss medsTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of eating disorders, disordered eating, and weight loss medication, which may be triggering for some listeners.Resources & Links:Book: How to Talk to Children About Food BookConnect with Anna via: Website | InstagramConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Orlagh Reid. Orlagh is a qualified coach, accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years' experience in complementary health, psychology and coaching. Orla specialises in women’s health, alcohol freedom, and clinical sexology.Orlagh joins Han to discuss the often-overlooked relationship between alcohol use disorder and disordered eating, exploring the complexities and shared behaviours between the two.This week, we discuss:How alcohol is often used to self-soothe or replace food The cultural normalisation of alcohol and how it affects recovery The similarities between eating disorder and alcohol recovery journeys How neurodivergence and menopause in alcohol misuse The shift toward alcohol freedom, and what that truly meansThe importance of curiosity and awareness in your relationship with alcohol and foodTimestamps: 01:00 – The culture of alcohol in Ireland05:00 – How alcohol became part of Orlagh's work 08:30 – The all-or-nothing mindset in both EDs and alcohol use 13:40 – Neurodivergence, diet neglect, and alcohol patterns 20:00 – Social pressures and the reward cycle 26:00 – Alcohol and menopause 32:00 – Orthorexia, wellness extremes & personal reflectionTrigger Warning: This episode discusses eating disorders, alcohol use disorder, and disordered eating. Please check in with yourself before listening. Support is available via charities such as Beat and First Steps.Resources & Links:Orlagh's websiteTrigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of eating disorders, alcohol use disorder, and disordered eating.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

This week, Han is joined by Cerian Harries - a former elite swimmer and passionate voice for raising awareness around RED-S, amenorrhea, and fuelling properly in sport. After struggling with amenorrhea and an eating disorder during her swimming career, Cerian now shares her story to help other female athletes understand that health and performance can go hand in hand.This week, we discuss:What is RED-S and how it relates to amenorrheaCerian's experience of RED-S and support from her GP and gynaecologistNormalisation of period loss in female athletesSymptoms of RED-S: fatigue, injury, poor recoveryThe impact of disordered eating in sportRole of supportive coaching in addressing body image and food concernsPrioritising long-term health over short-term performanceFuelling correctly to improve athletic performanceThe role of elite athletes in modelling healthy habitsPerfectionism, obsessionality & rigidity in competitive athletesLetting go of athlete identity and rewriting your story post-sportUsing exercise for recovery vs. navigating exercise compulsionTimestamps:[01:56] What is RED-S?[03:14] Amenorrhea & early dismissal in sport[06:48] Cerian's RED-S experience[13:36] The slippery slope of food rules and "bad foods"[20:09] Getting a diagnosis & seeking medical help[23:36] Identity loss after sport[27:36] Rediscovering joyful movement through CrossFit[30:20] Breaking the reliance on exercise for emotion regulationResources & Links:Cerian's Instagram (@female_athletetriad_awareness)Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussions of eating disorders, amenorrhea, and RED-S.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week's episode, Han is joined by Kate Moryoussef – host of the award-winning ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, ADHD lifestyle and wellbeing coach, EFT practitioner, and newly published author of The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit.Kate shares her personal journey of receiving an ADHD diagnosis at 40, how it interlinked with her daughter’s diagnosis, and the ripple effects of awareness that changed both their lives. We dive into:Key Takeaways:The emotional impact of late ADHD diagnosisWhy masking, self-criticism, and burnout are common in neurodivergent womenThe nuanced connection between ADHD and disordered eatingEmotional regulation, perfectionism, and self-soothing behavioursThe role of screening and neurodivergent-informed support in eating disorder treatmentHow ADHD affects women uniquely across the lifespan, including hormonal healthKate’s holistic wellbeing tools for managing ADHDTimestamps: 00:47 – Kate's journey to diagnosis & supporting her daughter 04:00 – ADHD traits in women & the power of community 10:00 – Masking, friendships & self-acceptance 17:00 – Disordered eating & ADHD: what Kate has learned from hosting the podcast25:00 – Why neurodiversity should be at the forefront of healthcare 35:00 – The ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit: who it's for & how it helps 43:00 – Holistic, neuroaffirming support toolsResources & Links:Kate's websiteThe ADHD Women's Wellbeing Toolkit (available from 17 July)Kate on Instagram: @adhd_womenswellbeingTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of disordered eating, ADHD, and trauma. Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this deeply moving episode, Han is joined by Lesley and Neal Davison. In 2017, their 27-year-old daughter, Megan, took her own life as a result of a long struggle with T1DE, a deadly combination of food and insulin restriction.Since her death, Lesley and Neal have campaigned on all platforms to raise awareness of this condition and successfully carried out a legal challenge to the outcome of her original inquest.This episode highlights the urgent need for integrated care and the systemic reforms they’re now fighting for.Key Takeaways:What is T1DE (type 1 diabetes with disordered eating), and why is it often misunderstood?Megan’s lived experience: from early signs to repeated hospital admissionsHow the lack of joined-up care between diabetes and ED services became fatalThe legal inquest that exposed failures, and the changes they’re advocating forHow to support those at risk, as a professional or loved oneTimestamps:08:30 – Megan’s T1D diagnosis & early challenges16:10 – Onset of disordered eating & insulin restriction25:00 – Hospitalisation, distress & gaps in care34:15 – The inquest and campaigning for change42:00 – Supporting others: advice for parents and clinicians52:40 – What integrated care should look likeTrigger Warning:This episode includes discussion of suicide, self-harm, eating disorders, and the loss of a loved one.Resources:The Megan Sugar Davison StoryInquest coverage in the BBCBEAT Eating Disorders – Diabulimia InfoDiabetes UK – Mental Health SupportConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this episode of the Full of Beans Podcast, Han is joined by Rose, who shares her deeply personal story of struggling with an eating disorder while living with undiagnosed autism and ADHD.Key Takeaways:How masking neurodivergent traits can contribute to emotional distressThe role of eating disorders as a “comfort blanket” and coping strategyChallenges with misdiagnosis, especially around Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder, Autism and ADHD in womenWhy many neurodivergent individuals are dismissed in healthcare settingsThe power of finding safe, affirming relationshipsPractical advice for clinicians supporting neurodivergent individualsTimestamps: 01:50 – How autism and ADHD shaped Rose's eating disorder experience 08:00 – The emotional regulation of restriction 14:00 – School trauma and perfectionism 21:00 – Misunderstandings in the healthcare system 30:00 – Navigating friendships post-diagnosis 36:00 – Rose's message for healthcare professionals⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of eating disorders, self-harm, and mental health trauma.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereRead our latest blog hereFurther Resources: First Steps EDThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this episode of the Full of Beans Podcast, Han is joined by Sarah Elder, a registered eating disorder dietitian and advanced clinical practitioner, to explore the real role of dietitians in eating disorder recovery.Together, we unpack what it means to offer trauma-informed, compassionate, and culturally appropriate nutritional care, far beyond simply providing meal plans. Sarah also shares her mission to make ED nutrition education more accessible and effective for all professionals working in the field.Key Takeaways:Why eating disorder dietitians do so much more than write meal plansThe difference between nutrition education and psychoeducationWhat trauma-informed nutritional care looks like in practiceThe impact of GI issues in recovery and how dietitians can helpWhy collaborative, values-based support is essential for long-term healingThe importance of cultural and personal context in meal planningWhy Sarah believes “real food” must reflect real people’s livesTimestamps:04:30 – Why trauma-informed, accessible ED nutrition training matters 08:00 – Psychoeducation vs. nutrition education in recovery 13:00 – GI issues during recovery & how to approach them 16:45 – What trauma-informed care means in practice 23:40 – Challenges of restrictive diets & misunderstood advice 27:00 – Collaborating with therapy & OT teams in care 29:00 – Dismantling the fear of seeing a dietitian 32:10 – Standard meal plans vs. individualised support 36:30 – Cultural food practices and integration in recovery Trigger warning: This episode discusses eating disorders and gastrointestinal distress.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereConnect with Sarah:Sarah's Website Sarah's Instagram (@saraheldernutrition)Read our latest blog hereFurther Resources: First Steps EDThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this powerful episode, we’re joined by Daniel Magson, CEO of First Steps ED. Daniel shares his lived experience with bulimia, including how he was dismissed by a GP at 17, told that “boys don’t get eating disorders,” and left to struggle in silence.Years later, Daniel is using his experience to lead national change, proving how lived experience can shape more compassionate, accessible, and person-led support.What we cover:Bulimia stigma and being invalidated by doctorsLiving in secrecy and the impact of shameSexuality and its intersection with eating disorder experiencesInner child work and the power of therapy in healingDaniel’s role as CEO and the mission of First Steps EDThe importance of storytelling and peer-led supportTimestamps:05:30 – Living with bulimia as a teenage boy12:00 – Being dismissed by a GP and hiding in secrecy20:00 – Shame, identity, and the impact of silence30:00 – Recovery, therapy, and connecting with his inner child34:00 – First Steps ED and why lived experience mattersTrigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of bulimia, healthcare dismissal, and identity-related stigma. Please listen with care.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereConnect with Daniel:First Steps ED WebsiteFirst Steps ED InstagramDaniel's LinkedinRead our latest blog hereThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

This week on the Full of Beans podcast, I’m joined by James Hitchin, therapist and founder of the Wellbeing and Recovery Collective, for an open and grounding conversation about navigating addiction, eating disorder recovery, and the stigma that so often surrounds both.James shares his lived experience with disordered eating and substance use—and how his journey through recovery shaped his work supporting others. Together, we explore how shame, silence, and societal expectations can create barriers to seeking help, especially when experiences don’t fit the stereotypes.This episode was recorded during Men’s Mental Health Week, but the conversation is relevant all year round.Key Takeaways:James' personal experience of addiction, binge eating disorder and excessive exerciseThe similarities and differences between addiction and eating disorders, and how they can intertwineThe impact of stigma, silence & societal expectations on menThe role of support groups in recoveryThe role of masculinity and gym culture in disordered eatingHow James uses his lived experience to support others in recoveryWhy inclusivity and accessibility matter in recovery spacesTimestamps:06:00 – James’ journey through addiction and ED recovery12:00 – Masculinity, stigma & opening up20:00 – Gym culture, control & body image27:00 – Lived experience in therapy workTrigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders, addiction, and mental health challenges. Please listen with care.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereConnect with Sarah:The Wellbeing and Recovery Collective WebsiteThe Wellbeing and Recovery Collective Instagram (@twrcollective)James' LinkedinRead our latest blog hereFurther Resources: First Steps EDThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this powerful episode of the Full of Beans Podcast, Han is joined by Jodie Goodacre, a mental health campaigner and passionate eating disorder advocate. Jodie bravely shares her lived experience of anorexia, CRPS (Complex Regional Pain Syndrome), autism, and ADHD — highlighting how systemic gaps in care left her unsupported and unheard.As we prepare for the 3rd annual #DumpTheScales March on June 21st, 2025, Jodie’s story offers a vital look into why this campaign, and collective action, is so important.Key Takeaways:How Jodie’s eating disorder developed and went unrecognised due to weight stigmaThe impact of chronic illness and neurodivergence on her mental healthHarmful treatment experiences and medical trauma within inpatient servicesThe challenges of being dismissed as “not sick enough” because of BMIWhy Jodie channels her pain into advocacy — and how she's helping drive changeWhat to expect at the 2025 #DumpTheScales MarchTimestamps:04:50 – Early signs of disordered eating and stigma in sport14:00 – The fallout of being dismissed due to weight20:00 – Complex mental health needs and disjointed care32:00 – Inpatient experience and the toll of institutional trauma46:00 – Recovery, therapy, and fighting for a better system51:00 – What #DumpTheScales means and why we marchTrigger Warning:This episode contains discussion of eating disorders, suicidal ideation, suicide attempts, self-harm, and traumatic treatment experiences. Please take care when listening.Join Us at the #DumpTheScales March:Location: Trafalgar Square to Parliament Square, London Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025 Timings: Speeches at 10:00 AM | March at 11:00 AM | Final speeches at 11:45 AMConnect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereConnect with Sarah:Dump the Scales WebsiteDump the Scales Instagram (@dump_the_scales)Read our latest blog hereIf you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!For more information or to sign up, click here.Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛

In this week’s episode of the Full of Beans Podcast, I’m joined by the incredible Dr. Amy Harrison, Clinical Psychologist, Associate Professor at UCL, and Clinical Lead at Altum Health. With over 13 years of experience across inpatient, day, and outpatient settings, Amy brings a wealth of expertise and warmth to her work supporting young people with eating disorders.Together, we take a deep dive into Family-Based Treatment (FBT), a powerful, evidence-based approach designed to help children and adolescents recover in the community with the support of their families.Key TakeawaysWhat Family-Based Treatment (FBT) is and how it worksWho FBT is designed for and how it supports younger individualsThe structure and goals of FBT across different stages of treatmentWhy involving someone's family as support is central to recoveryDebunking myths: FBT does not blame parentsChallenges of FBT and how to navigate resistance and emotional distressHow clinicians can get trained in FBT (including Amy’s upcoming training with Altum Health)Timestamps:06:30 – What is Family-Based Treatment (FBT)?10:15 – Who FBT is suitable for (and who it may not fit)13:50 – Reintegrating autonomy after initial food support17:30 – Looking beyond food: feelings, systems & communication22:40 – Common challenges families and clinicians face27:20 – Advice for clinicians seeking FBT training30:00 – The power of collaboration in recoveryTrigger warning: This episode discusses eating disorders, suicidal ideation and assisted dying.Connect with Us:Subscribe to the Full of Beans Podcast hereFollow Full of Beans on Instagram hereConnect with Amy and Altum Health:Amy's LinkedInAltum Health on LinkedInAltum Health on InstagramRead our latest blog hereFurther Resources: First Steps EDThank you for listening and being part of this important conversation!If you loved this episode, don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who might benefit!Sending positive beans your way, Han 💛