Okay, But How Do I Actually Stop Binge Eating?

Okay But How Do I Actually Stop Binge Eating? is a refreshingly honest podcast about binge eating, those overwhelming urges that feel impossible to control, and the deeper healing needed to break the cycle for good. Hosted by licensed therapist and recovered binge eater Ryann Nicole, each episode blends real coaching calls with powerful mindset shifts that go beyond “just eat normally.” You’ll hear raw stories, emotional breakthroughs, and tools that actually work—not to control your food, but to understand what’s underneath. You deserve more than a life spent living from one binge to the next. Let’s talk about how to get you out of it, for good!

EP1. Overcoming Binge Eating Isn’t About Willpower (And If Anybody Tells You It Is, RUN)

If you’ve ever been told that overcoming binge eating is just about willpower, it’s time to set the record straight. In this episode, Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and recovered binge eater, dives into why willpower has nothing to do with breaking free from binge eating. She unpacks the deeper emotional, mental, and physical factors at play and explains why the willpower narrative can do more harm than good. If you’re tired of feeling like you’re failing, this episode will help you shift your mindset and take the first step toward true food freedom.   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

08-27
06:37

EP2. Licensed Therapist Answers: Are you binge eating or just eating a lot of food?

Have you ever wondered if your eating habits are truly binge eating or just enjoying a lot of food? In this episode, licensed therapist and recovered binge eater Ryann Nicole breaks down the key differences between binge eating and just eating a lot of food.    WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

09-03
08:28

EP4. The Truth About Weight Loss and Binge Eating: What You Need to Know

Have you ever thought, If I just lose weight, everything will get better? In this episode, Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and recovered binge eater, unpacks why weight loss isn’t the magic solution it’s often made out to be—and how it might actually be fueling your binges. This isn’t about saying you can’t or shouldn’t lose weight. It’s about understanding what’s really driving your struggles with food.   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

09-16
09:35

EP5. Why You Keep Bingeing, Even Though You Want to Stop

You’ve promised yourself this time will be different, but the bingeing keeps happening. Why? In this episode, Ryann Nicole, licensed therapist and recovered binge eater, dives into the reasons you might feel stuck in the binge cycle, even though you deeply want to stop.  If you’re ready to understand why binge eating feels so hard to stop—and what to do about it—this episode is for you.   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

09-23
11:45

EP6. How to Know When It’s Time for Binge Eating Recovery

Considering binge eating coaching but not sure if it’s the right time? In this episode, Ryann Nicole, licensed therapist and recovered binge eater, helps you explore whether coaching is the next step for you. She breaks down the signs you’re ready, what to expect from coaching, and how to know if it’s truly aligned with your needs and goals. If you’ve been curious about coaching but feeling unsure, this episode will give you the clarity you need to decide.   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

09-30
14:07

EP7. Don’t Fall into the ‘I’m Okay’ Trap (This Will Keep You Stuck Binge Eating!)

Have you ever been on the edge of making a big change, only for everything to suddenly feel… fine? You’ve been listening, reflecting, maybe even thinking about joining Binge Eating Unchained (BEU). Then, just as you’re about to take action, the urges quiet down, and you tell yourself, Maybe I don’t need this. Maybe I’ve got it under control. If you’re tired of staying stuck in cycles that feel familiar but aren’t freeing, this episode will open your eyes to what’s holding you back.    WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

10-01
09:51

EP8. [Live Coaching Replay] Managing Binge Urges, Pressure to Maintain the "Fit" Identity, and Rewriting Food Stories

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to control your eating and just wishing you could ditch the rules and live freely, this is a replay you definitely want to listen to!   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

10-08
01:01:59

EP9. [Live Coaching Replay] Breaking Food Scarcity Mentality, Offering Yourself Compassion, and Navigating Medical Restrictions with Food

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   This call was packed with raw, heartfelt conversations—from breaking free of food scarcity mindsets to the pressure of being kind to yourself while battling judgment and comparison. We also got deep into how diabetes can add emotional weight to food choices, and how to navigate that without guilt or shame. If you’ve ever felt like you're constantly managing how you feel about food, your body, and the balance between control and freedom, this is one you don’t want to miss.   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

10-15
53:49

EP10. [Live Coaching Replay] How To Stop Night Bingeing, Why You're Stress Bingeing, and Recovery Hope!

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained) Wow, the vulnerability in this call was top-notch. The big theme today? Binge eating is not about the food. Here is the podcast episode I mentioned on stress 👉 EP157. The Real Reason You Stress Eat and How to Stop It   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

10-22
01:18:22

EP11. [Live Coaching Replay] Wanting To Be Healthy, Stopping Food Obsession, and Handling Party Season

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   This call was packed with wisdom, validation, and practical ways to break down diet culture and embrace healthier, more flexible relationships with food.    WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.  

11-05
01:02:13

EP12. [Live Coaching Replay] Food Is Controlling Your Life, Handling Body Comments, Can't Stop Eating at Night

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   On this call, we got real about how our need for control around food and body can feel safe but actually holds us back from living fully.   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

11-12
01:15:07

EP13. [Live Coaching Replay] Struggling to Stick With Healthy Habits, Can't Stop with Night Time Sugar, and The Journey of Healing

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   On this call, we got real about how deep-rooted beliefs and food scarcity impact our eating habits and emotional well-being. The group shared personal struggles, moments of clarity, and practical steps to navigate the journey toward food freedom. If you’ve been wrestling with the tension between control and letting go, this one’s for you.   WORK WITH ME Free Live Coaching  Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 📫 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here.    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram Youtube Facebook Support Group   ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This show is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

11-19
01:20:47

EP15. [Live Coaching Replay] Tight Jeans, Losing Control Around Treats, Emotional Eating Triggers, & Binge Cycle Breakthroughs

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome  11:50 Gina on feeling uncomfortable in her clothes and detaching self-worth from body size. 22:00 Laura on navigating guilt and control around donuts and baked goods. 38:00 Meesha on coping with anxiety, loneliness, and emotional eating. 52:00 Victoria on overeating at lunch, feeling fullness, and separating physical and emotional discomfort. 1:04:00 Brianna on managing PCOS, grieving body expectations, and defining her version of health. 1:16:00 Amy on balancing having treats with kids and letting go of all-or-nothing thinking.   SUPPORT Ask Ryann a Question Free Coaching Binge Eating Unchained    THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    LISTEN TO THE RYANN NICOLE PODCAST iTunes Spotify Youtube   JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

01-14
01:36:18

EP16. [Live Coaching Replay] Falling Back Into Old Habits, Nonstop Bingeing, Eating the "Right" Food, Feeling Fat, Food Aversions, and Chaotic Family Meals

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome 4:05 Amy's Win!  11:50  Bonnie on helping her kids have a healthy relationship with food. (Interview with @growing.intutive.eaters) 19:32  Aarushi on struggling with losing her appetite during emotional distress. 28:00 Megan on nonstop bingeing and overeating. 39:40 Angie on comfort and nutrition. 45:50 Bella on food intolerances and body discomfort. 58:55 Rachel on food aversions and safe foods. 1:07:26 Meagan on chaotic family dinners.   SUPPORT Ask Ryann a Question Free Coaching Binge Eating Unchained    THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    LISTEN TO THE RYANN NICOLE PODCAST iTunes Spotify Youtube   JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

01-21
01:27:34

EP17. [Live Coaching Replay] on Idolizing Diet "Success," Boredom Eating, Fear of Weight Gain, and Emotional Healing

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome 1:34 Krissy on idolizing past diets and redefining "success." 12:18 Maliyah on bingeing after long gaps without food and tackling boredom eating. 33:15 Maja on finding balance with routines and understanding fear-based habits. 43:41 Antonia on struggling to sit with emotions and exploring nervous system work. 59:45 Svenja on secrecy with snacks and fear of being judged while eating. 1:10:21 Amy on fear of weight gain and reframing letting go as opting for alignment. 1:26:20 Wrap-up and encouragement for further exploration.   SUPPORT Ask Ryann a Question Free Coaching Binge Eating Unchained    THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    LISTEN TO THE RYANN NICOLE PODCAST iTunes Spotify Youtube   JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

01-28
01:27:23

EP18. [Live Coaching Replay] How To Find Your "WHY", Trusting Yourself with Food & Your First Steps to Healing.

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome and Introduction 3:00 Breck on struggling with food control, weight gain, and finding her “why.” 12:00 Caroline on navigating frequent social meals and overcoming binge urges. 29:00 Amelia on body image, setting boundaries with family, and emotional regulation. 45:00 Genevieve on early recovery, weight gain fears, and trusting the process. 53:00 Atoya on uncovering a deeper “why” beyond weight loss. 1:02:00 Meesha on emotional awareness, coping with anxiety, and food freedom with medical restrictions. 1:16:00 Wrap-up and final thoughts.   SUPPORT Ask Ryann a Question Free Coaching Binge Eating Unchained    THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    LISTEN TO THE RYANN NICOLE PODCAST iTunes Spotify Youtube   JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

02-04
01:18:31

EP19. [Live Coaching Replay] Why Food Isn't the Problem If You're Bingeing.

⭐️ Apply to Work With Me (Binge Eating Unchained)   TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Welcome and Introduction  4:53 Shiloh on struggling with food control, weight gain, and finding her “why.” 27:18 Alexa on binge urges resurfacing, craving dopamine, and learning to sit with emotions. 48:52 Maliyah on eating balance, the fear of bingeing, and making food feel neutral. 1:04:53 Tamar on binge eating triggers, black-and-white thinking, and navigating stress and anxiety. 1:28:40 Ana on bingeing cycles, food rules, and managing pressure as a professional athlete. 1:43:51 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up    SUPPORT Ask Ryann a Question Free Coaching Binge Eating Unchained    THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 13,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    LISTEN TO THE RYANN NICOLE PODCAST iTunes Spotify Youtube   JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.   Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

02-11
01:45:18

EP1. If You Want to Stop Bingeing, You Have to Understand What It Actually Is

In this episode, I’m breaking down what binge eating actually is (and what it’s not). I walk you through the difference between binge eating and just eating a lot of food, explain the two types of binges (yep, there are two), and how to know if you're truly binge eating.    WORK WITH ME Binge Eating Unchained is a self-paced course for people who are tired of thinking about food all the time and ready to actually enjoy their life again.  Learn more + join here → Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 14,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole—a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Nutritionist, and recovered binge eater. I help high-achievers break free from the exhausting cycle of binge eating and finally feel at peace with food (and their brain).    Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

03-04
07:16

Welcome to "Okay, But How Do I Actually Stop Binge Eating?"

NEW EPISODES OF "OKAY BUT HOW DO I ACTUALLY STOP BINGE EATING?" DROPPING ARPIL 8TH"  ___   Welcome to "Okay, but how do I actually stop binge eating?" A deeply insightful conversation about binge eating and how to tackle it NOW—so another year doesn’t slip away while you keep hoping and praying that “this time will be different” when it never is. This series is for anyone who wants to understand why they binge and how to overcome the food noise consuming your mind each day, so you can finally find life beyond a frustrating relationship with food ♥️   WORK WITH ME Binge Eating Unchained is a self-paced course for people who are tired of thinking about food all the time and ready to actually enjoy their life again.  Learn more + join here → [coming soon]   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 14,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole—a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Nutritionist, and recovered binge eater. I help high-achievers break free from the exhausting cycle of binge eating and finally feel at peace with food (and their brain).    Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

03-05
02:36

EP2. Coaching Call: Why Willpower Isn’t the Answer (And What Your Binge Is Really Telling You)

You’re doing all the right things—eating balanced meals, planning ahead, staying “on track”—and then somehow still end up in a binge spiral thinking, what the hell just happened? In this episode, we’re digging into why smart, disciplined people lose control around food… and what it actually means to stop needing the binge in the first place.   TIMESTAMPS  0:00 Understanding binge eating as a coping mechanism, not a willpower issue. 5:26 Mechelle on midday spirals, restriction, and why “healthy” meals still lead to binges. 21:08 Rachel on nighttime urges, overstimulation, and using food to numb from daily overwhelm. 33:15 Sherry on panic around progress, generational patterns, and how bingeing feels like protection. 46:37 Why your binge is not the problem, but a clue to what still needs healing.   WORK WITH ME Binge Eating Unchained is a self-paced course for people who are tired of thinking about food all the time and ready to actually enjoy their life again.  Learn more + join here → Binge Eating Unchained   THE PERSPECTIVE SHIFT NEWSLETTER 14,000+ read my free newsletter that shifts your perspective on food. Sign up here!    JOIN MY COMMUNITY Instagram  Facebook TikTok    ABOUT RYANN I’m Ryann Nicole—a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Nutritionist, and recovered binge eater. I help high-achievers break free from the exhausting cycle of binge eating and finally feel at peace with food (and their brain).    Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.

03-11
48:53

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