47. Eating Disorder Harm Reduction with Gloria Lucas

Tune in to episode 47 to hear Allyson & Gloria talk all things Eating Disorder Harm Reduction. Why is this so taboo in the ED field? How can we help folks understand that harm reduction is all about safety, agency and honesty- not enabling? Where did HR start? These are all things we deep dive into as well as some practice tips in reducing the harm from ED behaviors such as bingeing and purging.  Gloria Lucas is an eating disorders awareness activist that specializes in intersectional eating disorders education and resources that transform the lives of BIPOC individuals and expand eating disorders treatment models. Being the founder and CEO of Nalgona Positivity Pride, she is able to raise awareness through digital media, public speaking, and grassroots activism. She lives in Orange County, CA. Find her on IG @nalgonapositivitypride and be sure to sign up for her email list to get the latest updates for her EDHR course! This podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute a provider-patient relationship. Please seek the support of a local therapist if you are currently struggling and in need of treatment. To find out more about what therapeutic services I offer visit my website at www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com As always, you can find me on IG @bodyjustice.therapist! Please consider supporting my podcast! Subscribe for an minimum amount to help me continue to create wonderful, educational content: https://anchor.fm/bodyjustice-allyson/support If donating is not feasible, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts to help these messages reach more people. Thank you!