Is Standard CBT Enough for Severe Body Image Distress? A Clinical Reflection
When I first began specialising in body image treatment, initially in relation to eating disorders 25 years ago, the clinical
Real-Time Clinical Observatory: Why ‘Looksmaxxing’ in Adolescent Males Creates Particular Treatment Challenges
At our clinic, working on the frontlines of body dissatisfaction and eating disorders offers a real-time window into broader social
Why “Comfort” Feels Safe – And Growth Feels Scary
Most people want to grow – to break free from habits that hold them back, take on new challenges, and
Cosmetic Surgery, Body Image & Men’s Mental Health
Exploring the rise of cosmetic surgery among men, its links to body dysmorphic disorder, and why understanding motivations is key for mental wellbeing.
The Next Body Trend? Exploring GLP-1s and Steroid Use
Body trends have always reflected what we value as a culture. What gives us status, what signals control, what makes
The Real Antidote to Body Image Struggles
Body image struggles are escalating at alarming rates among teens and young adults, with today’s digital culture only amplifying the
How Dump The Scales Is Advocating for a Better Future for Eating Disorder Care
As a compassion-focused psychotherapist and specialist eating disorder dietitian, I have worked both in the NHS and the private healthcare
Is Modern Society Fuelling Negative Body Image Evolution?
At The Body Image Treatment Clinic, I see first-hand the distress that body image issues cause. From relentless comparison to
Reclaiming Identity After Birth: Navigating Postnatal Depression and the Power of Community
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most transformative experiences, physically, emotionally, and psychologically. As a reflection of Maternal Mental
Navigating IBS and Eating Disorder Recovery Together
The journey through IBS and eating disorder recovery is uniquely challenging, when symptoms like bloating, cramping, and unpredictable digestion collide,
