SOL#25: Never Under-Estimate the Power of Saying "Yes": An Interview with Dr. Crystal Bowlby, PhD

Life-change begins by saying "yes" - yes to help, yes to hope, yes to God.  Stacee's life changed when she said "yes" to inpatient treatment at the Laureate Eating Disorders Program where God had waiting a therapist, and now friend, who would change her life. In this episode Stacee and Doug interview Dr. Crystal Bowlby and share a vulnerable and transparent conversation about Stacee finding hope and the desire to live out of the depths of her life-long battle with anorexia.   Crystal, Stacee and Doug talk about Stacee's treatment experience, keys to recovery, what family or friends of those struggling with an eating disorder should know, the life-changing impact therapy can make, and finding hope in the midst of the confusion and pain of an eating disorder and mental illness.  Crystal's message to Stacee - "you have suffered enough" were words of hope and inspiration in Stacee's recovery and are now tattooed around her wrist to daily remind her of this life-giving message. Those who struggle with an eating disorder or with mental illness will connect with Stacee and Crystal's story.  Family and friends of those who struggle will grow in understanding and compassion.  Whether your battle is with an eating disorder or another mental illness diagnosis, you will be encouraged and find hope in this conversation for your unique journey.  Dr. Crystal Bowlby has a PhD in Clinical Psychology and is certified as an eating disorder specialist through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals.  She is the lead therapist in the Laureate Adult Eating Disorders program in Tulsa, Ok.   Visit https://www.saintfrancis.com/laureate/eating-disorders-program/ to learn more about the resources and treatment options provided by the Laureate Eating Disorders Program. To learn more about eating disorders and resources for treatment and help, visit the Oklahoma Eating Disorders Associations website at www.okeatingdisorders.org.