EATING DISORDER RECOVERY & BODY IMAGE COACHING
An eating disorder recovery coach is a professional who provides guidance, support, and encouragement to individuals who are recovering from an eating disorder or disordered eating. The Coach works with clients to help them establish a better relationship with food, their bodies, and their overall well-being. They provide emotional support, help clients navigate challenges related to food and body image, and assist in developing coping strategies to manage triggers and setbacks. The Coach works with clients one-on-one, offering personalized support tailored to your unique needs and goals. I also provide guidanceon building a support network, accessing appropriate therapeutic resources, anddeveloping strategies for maintaining recovery in the long term.
It’s important to note that eating disorder recovery coaches are not a replacement formedical or psychological treatment. Instead, they complement the work of therapists, dietitians, and medical professionals, offering a specialized form of support that is focused specifically on the challenges of eating disorder recovery. Their role is to provide motivation, accountability, and practical strategies for navigating the complexities of recovery, ultimately helping you move toward a healthier relationship with food and your body.
Overall, an eating disorder recovery coach plays a valuable role in providing on going support and guidance to individuals as they work towards healing and recovery from an eating disorder or disordered eating. What’s great about recovery coaching is that it’snot only for people who have struggled with an eating disorder. Whether you are stuck in the diet cycle, struggle with your body image or want to improve your relationship with food, a recovery coach can be there to guide you through this journey.
Laura Shaw
Laura holds a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Sciences with a major in Child Youth and Family and a minor in Psychology (University of Guelph). She received her coaching certification through the RLC Coaching Curriculum. Laura was born and raised in Parry Sound and has worked as a recovery coach for the past two years.
Laura has both personal and professional experience in treating eating disorders and disordered eating. Her own lived experience is where she discovered her passion for helping others on their recovery journeys. Eating disorder recovery is a highly individualized process. Laura will create a tailored plan with you and your treatment team to meet your unique needs. Her coaching philosophy is rooted in health at every size and intuitive eating. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder, dieting, poor body image, or disordered eating, I would love to chat to see how we can help you find the freedom you’ve been waiting for!