This week, Karin welcomes Jacquelyn Ekern, MS, LPC, founder and licensed therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders, to the show for, ”Eating Disorder Hope.”

Tune in for a discussion on finding meaning in suffering, what happens when one’s external image does not align with their internal sense of self, feeling “whole,” treating eating disorders and substance abuse simultaneously, the changing family dynamic, how to recognize strides towards recovery, and more!

Jacquelyn Ekern, MS, LPC is the President of Ekern Enterprises, Inc and licensed therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. After recovering from her eating disorder, Jacquelyn found herself driven by a profound desire to help those struggling, she founded Eating Disorder Hope, and later, Addiction Hope.

Jacquelyn holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Services from The University of Phoenix and Master’s degree in Counseling/Psychology, from Capella University. She has extensive experience in the eating disorder field including advanced education in psychology, participation, and contributions to additional eating disorder groups, symposiums, and professional associations. She is a member of the Academy of Eating Disorders (AED), the Eating Disorders Coalition (EDC) and the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp).

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