53. Recovery from "Atypical" Anorexia, Religious Trauma and Finding My Voice with Sharon Maxwell

In this episode, we dive into the complexity of recovering from anorexia when not "underweight", on top of deconstructing from a religious cult. Sharon shares some of the ups/downs in their own healing journey, as well as how mainstream treatment made things worse. NEW GROUP OFFERING: Navigating ED Recovery in Pregnancy and Postpartum led by Allyson Ford, LPCC, ⁠sign up here!  Please visit my website if you want more info on how to become a client, book a consultation or access resources for recovery: ⁠www.eatingdisorderocdtherapy.com⁠ Find me on Instagram here: ⁠@bodyjustice.therapist Meet our guest: Sharon Maxwell (she/they): a visionary advocate for body liberation and a dedicated fat activist. Sharon has become a leading force in dismantling oppressive systems, as they have dedicated their work to eradicate weight stigma within treatment centers, mental health spaces, and healthcare settings. Drawing from her own lived experiences, Sharon offers unique insights and practical tools to foster safe and accessible environments for people of size. With compassion at the forefront, they actively drive positive change in the spaces they enter. Sharon's story has been featured in the New York Times Magazine, on The Tamron Hall Show, and numerous podcasts. Their activism work has been featured in countless news outlets including 60 Minutes, the Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The New York Times, NPR, and more. You can follow Sharon on Instagram @heysharonmaxwell as well as visit their website: heysharonmaxwell.com. Follow and rate this podcast! This helps it reach more people in need: review on Apple This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for therapy or individual mental health advice. ---  Send in a listener question to have it answered in the show: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bodyjustice-allyson/message