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All Bodies. All Foods., a podcast by The Renfrew Center, covers topics related to eating disorders, body image and mental health. At The Renfrew Center we believe true healing exists through community. Because of this, we created a space for all bodies to come together authentically and purposely to discuss various areas that impact us on a cultural and relational level. Join hosts Samantha DeCaro, PsyD, (she/her) and Laura McLain, PsyD, BC-TMH, (she/her) as they sit down with different experts in the field and those in recovery. We would love for you join us on this journey, let’s learn together!If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues!Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured.
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Eating disorders don’t exist in a vacuum—and for BIPOC individuals, feeling seen in treatment can be a powerful part of recovery. Finding a provider you trust is so important on your recovery journey. In this episode, we sit down with Mehak Merchant who is actively involved in the BIPOC groups offered to patients at Renfrew and a champion for culturally adapted care. Mehak shares her story and how that has shaped her approach in therapy with BIPOC clients. Her passion for this work shines through her explanation of how systemic inequities, cultural narratives, and barriers to eating disorder care impact BIPOC clients. We explore how diet culture in healthcare impacts eating disorder recovery and how clients can advocate for their recovery. Mehak shares hope for BIPOC clients in finding support that is compassionate, validating, and community oriented. If you or someone you know is struggling in recovery, this episode will instill hope and practical strategies to support your healing journey. If you or someone you care about is an athlete in recovery, this episode will make your recovery journey a little more hopeful. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
For many athletes, sport is more than a passion—it’s a core part of identity. So how do we approach recovery when stepping away isn’t always realistic—or desired? This episode dives into the complexities of treating eating disorders in athletes, offering a compassionate, flexible framework that honors both recovery and the athlete’s goals. In this episode, we explore the nuanced reality of treating athletes with eating disorders with Lacey Vogel. She shares clinical and personal insights into the intersection of performance, identity, and healing. Lacey provides a nuanced and compassionate perspective of the positive impact sports can have on someone, while bringing real-world strategies for balancing recovery with continued participation in sport. If you or someone you care about is an athlete in recovery, this episode will make your recovery journey a little more hopeful. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
In this powerful conversation, Sam and Laura sit down with Dr. Jen Gaudiani to explore the updated second edition of Sick Enough: A Guide to the Medical Complications of Eating Disorders and Undernutrition. With decades of experience with eating disorders, Dr. G. integrates her wisdom, compassion, and curiosity in her new book. Join us as we unpack the impact of weight stigma in medical and eating disorder care, such as overuse of prescription weight loss and missed diagnoses of “Atypical Anorexia”. Dr. G. shares the benefit of understanding undernourishment and how that impacts anyone with a body, particularly those with eating disorders and recovering athletes. We also dive into emerging and commonly misunderstood conditions like POTS and MCAS, and how they intersect with eating disorder recovery. Dr. G. helps us challenge harmful assumptions, reminding us that we don’t have to look “sick enough” to struggle or deserve good medical care. Whether you’re navigating recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode invites a more compassionate, informed, and inclusive understanding of quality eating disorder care. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
If you’re in eating disorder recovery and living with ADHD, you might feel like you know what you’re supposed to do—but actually doing it can feel overwhelming, inconsistent, or just plain exhausting. In this episode, we’re joined by Natalie Stine to talk about why that happens—and what strategies can help. Natalie has dedicated herself to bridging her professional expertise and lived experience to provide neuro-affirming and collaborative nutrition therapy to her clients. We break down how ADHD impacts the brain in ways that directly affect recovery, from meal planning to emotional regulation. You’ll hear practical, real-life strategies for working with a dietitian, reducing overwhelm around food, and building routines that are flexible enough to work with your brain—not against it. We also talk about how to advocate for yourself and find a treatment team that truly understands. No matter where you are in your recovery, this episode is here to offer support, validation, and tools you can actually use. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
In this empowering episode, clinical psychologist Dr. Lauren Napolitano, PsyD, explores the often-overlooked connection between intimate partner violence (IPV) and eating disorders. We break down what IPV and narcissistic abuse really mean, unpack trauma bonds and coercive control, and highlight key warning signs in relationships. You’ll learn why eating disorders and IPV frequently co-occur, how abuse cycles develop, and how these patterns often play out in real life. This episode offers practical tools for treatment providers and hope for anyone who may feel trapped, isolated, or unsure of what to do next. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
Depressive disorders and eating disorders frequently co-occur, but why does this happen and how do you treat both at the same time? In this episode, psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Holly Willis, MSN, PMHNP-BC, breaks down the complex, bi-directional relationship between the two. She clarifies the difference between feeling low and having clinical depression, explores various depressive disorders, and shares the unique challenges depression can create in both treatment and recovery. You’ll also hear about some of her favorite skills and tools, while gaining insight, compassion, and a sense of what it’s like to work with her. Most importantly, Holly reminds us that healing is possible, even when depression tries to convince us it's not. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
Wondering what it’s like to meet with a psychiatrist during eating disorder treatment? In this episode, Dr. David Hahn, MD, psychiatrist and Medical Director at The Renfrew Center in Philadelphia, shares what collaborative psychiatric care really looks like. Dr. Hahn explains how sessions are structured, how trust is built, and how medication decisions are made collaboratively. We also discuss how eating disorders affect the brain, how co-occurring conditions like anxiety, depression, OCD, and ADHD are thoughtfully treated, and how certain medications can impact recovery. This episode provides clarity and reassurance for anyone navigating recovery or curious about psychiatric care. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
Treating eating disorders alongside co-occurring substance use can be complex, and many individuals wonder what should be addressed first—or what support is available when you’re in treatment for an eating disorder. In this episode, Laura and Sam sit down with Alexis Hill, one of the Team Leaders at Renfrew’s residential program in Philadelphia, to explore these important questions. Alexis shares insight into Renfrew’s specialized programming, including individualized treatment goals, substance use–specific groups, opportunities to engage in community support, and ways to effectively utilize one’s support system. We'll uncover the ways Renfrew's treatment model is able to target emotional avoidance, the common denominator of both disorders. If you or someone you know is navigating both an eating disorder and substance use, this episode highlights how treating both is possible—and how the power of community can foster sustainable change. If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues! Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured. All Bodies. All Foods. is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/
All Bodies. All Foods., a podcast by The Renfrew Center, covers topics related to eating disorders, body image and mental health. At The Renfrew Center we believe true healing exists through community. Because of this, we created a space for all bodies to come together authentically and purposely to discuss various areas that impact us on a cultural and relational level. Join hosts Samantha DeCaro, PsyD, (she/her) and Laura McLain, PsyD, BC-TMH, (she/her) as they sit down with different experts in the field and those in recovery. We would love for you join us on this journey, let’s learn together!If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues!Interested in being a guest on All Bodies. All Foods.? Email podcast@renfrewcenter.com for a chance to be featured.
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