Austin Counseling and Nutrition

02/29/2024

The Inclusive Eating Disorder Specialist Certification is available for preorder now! Veronica Rocha and I, as well as many other skilled clinicians, have dedicated countless hours to this project over the last two years. We did this because of our own need for a robust, high quality training for our staff clinicians. We saw the same frustration in the many ED professional communities online—very limited options for ED trainings for certification, especially ones that are social justice oriented and inclusive.

This is a labor of love and we are beyond excited to finally put this offering out into the world. Accessibility, HAES, and a firm anti-racist stance anchor this program. The training is based both on loads of research as well as our cumulative professional and lived experience working in this community. This training is geared for therapists and dietitians, but it is very comprehensive and would benefit anyone working in this field.

Happy Leap Day—it’s our Launch Day!! 2/29/24

Offering 15% off if you sign up before May 1st


10 Modules,
20 hours of learning (minimum),
300+page manual

1.Introduction to ED Recovery from a HAES® Perspective

2. Intersectionality & Bias in Eating Disorder Treatment

3. Person of the Therapist (exploring implicit bias) & the ED treatment team

4. Diagnostic Overview of Eating Disorders, including EDs not in the DSM

5. Eating Disorder Treatment Modalities - Part 1

6. Trauma-informed ED Treatment Modalities & Practical Therapeutic Skills - Part 2

7. Nutrition Therapy

8. Intuitive Eating

9. Movement in ED Recovery

10. Body Image

Become an Inclusive Eating Disorder Specialist Comprehensive* eating disorder training for therapists, dietitians, and coaches The Inclusive Eating Disorder Specialist Trainings are online, self-paced, and evidence-based training programs that strive to prepare you to treat the full spectrum of eati...

11/07/2023

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Group Information Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Oct. 31st Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Cost: Free Eligibility: must be 18+, resident of Texas, and Palestinian, Arab, Muslim, or an ally Location: Zoom link will be sent out Organization Name: Austin Counseling + Nutrition

06/08/2023

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05/12/2023

We are launching a BIPOC Body Image Group at ACN! This is a great opportunity for folks in the BIPOC community to connect with others, get support around body image while also honoring cultural values, and feel empowered by their ancestry. If you, or anyone you know, might be interested, please have them reach out to our therapy intern, Hawa, or scan the QR code!

We are a practice of counselors and dietitians specializing in helping people with eating disorders.

05/08/2023

To those who are supporting loved ones in recovery -
✨Your support, empathy, and compassion means more than you know ✨

Many people are unaware of how serious and complex eating disorders are. At ACN, we have a great team of dietitians and therapists ready to help you or your loved ones learn more about EDs and support during recovery. 💛

Reach out at: https://www.austincounselingnutrition.com/

03/31/2023

A few spots left in this adult body image group!

02/18/2023

Lovable at Every Size
Riots not Diets!

02/04/2023

Please share with others about this amazing group offering!

10/18/2022

Thank you so much to the BEST TEAM EVER!!❤️🥰

08/29/2022

Our new Parent Education & Support Group will be starting soon! ✨
This group will be run by one of our great dietitians and therapy interns who strive to create an informative and connected space for parents or caregivers.

Being a parent or caregiver is not easy, especially if you have a child that is struggling right now. This group is a great place to gather nutrition education and coaching, along with finding support from other within a safe and nonjudgemental space.

Please reach out to Hannah Auldridge, RD, LD at ha@austincounselingnutrition.com to sign up or ask any questions about the group.

08/04/2022

ACN's Teen Process Group will be starting up again on AUGUST 17!

Groups can be a great space for teens to feel that they are not alone in their struggles and gain support to process current stressors within a judgment free zone!

If you would like more information or want to sign up, please reach out to Hannah Neely, LMSW at hn@austincounselingnutrition.com.✨

07/18/2022

Whether it be a new beginning, a different step in recovery, a new challenge, or a new dream - just start. Start without judgement and with compassion. 🌱

If you have been telling yourself that you are not 100% ready yet, this is a reminder that no one ever is. We rarely start anything without some amount of uncertainty, fear, doubt. Support it out there, and you do not have to start alone!
If you or a loved one are looking for support in taking steps towards recovery, or starting a new chapter in life, please reach out to us at https://www.austincounselingnutrition.com/. We have a great team of therapists and dietitians that will meet you where you are at and would love to help. 🧡

07/05/2022

Today may feel like a Monday after the holiday weekend, so here are some reminders as we get into the week.✨

It's okay if you are struggling today. You are allowed to take breaks. Remind yourself that you are doing the best that you can and that IS ENOUGH.

You deserve freedom from counting, measuring, weighing, tracking, second-guessing, overthinking, justifying, explaining, worrying, obsessing, hiding, sneaking, restricting, or compensating.

Be kind to yourself 💚

06/28/2022

Reasons why you don’t have to LOOK a certain way to have an eating disorder 🧠

If you are worried that a friend or loved one may have an eating disorder, know that you can't go soley based on looks. However, when noticing worrisome signs - someone not eating, dropping a significant amount of weight in a short period of time, exercising for several hours a day, eating in secret or hiding food - that could be a reason to encourage them to seek help from a professional.
If you or a loved one may be struggling with an eating disorder in TX, Austin Counseling and Nutrition can help. We have a great team of dietitians and ED therapists dedicated in helping individuals take steps towards recovery. Reach out through our website in the bio 💛

06/13/2022

The path to recovery can be a difficult process for teens, but it can also take a toll on parents and caregivers. We have a great ongoing support group designated for parents/caregivers to provide support and share struggles within a therapeutic space.

If you have any questions or would like to register, reach out to Hannah Vogt at hv@austincounselingnutrition.com.

06/07/2022

All bodies are summer bodies. All bodies are beach bodies. All bodies are bathing suit bodies. 💛

We've seen the advertisements and promotions about getting your "summer body" ready, convincing people that we have to look a certain way in order to enjoy the summer.

Here are some reminders from us at ACN:
You DO NOT need to change your body to enjoy the summer!
You DO NOT need a certain body type to wear the clothes you want!

Your summer body is the body you exist in when it's summer. Wear what makes you feel good and you are worthy and deserving of summer fun without worrying of what your body looks like. 🏖
If you are looking for additional support in your recovery this summer, please reach out to us at Austin Counseling and Nutrition through our website at www.austincounselingnutrition.com. We have a great team of dietitians and therapists that are ready to help and support you!

06/02/2022

Our new teen process group is starting next week and we still have 4-5 spots open! The group is flexible throughout the summer if there are trips planned or people need to go out of town.

If you would like more information or want to sign up, reach out to Hannah Neely at hn@austincounselingnutrition.com.✨

04/28/2022

Our new young adults processing group is starting in May! Please reach out to Hannah Vogt at hv@austincounselingnutrition.com for more info or to sign up.

04/20/2022

Remembering that I am human ✨

Change is hard and it takes time. Rather than trying to fix or get things "perfect", turn your focus to more gradual changes and making efforts to allow some self-compassion.

04/18/2022

No matter where you are in your recovery or life journey, sometimes we need to continue to remind ourselves of this. 🌱

We are much more than our physical body and you do not need to change it before you start loving yourself. Embrace your body as it is right now 🧡
Recovery is hard and challenging, but it is not something you have to go through alone. We have a great team of dietitians and therapists that can support in healing your relationship with your body and food. Please reach out through our website and we would be happy to help ! ✨

https://www.austincounselingnutrition.com/

04/11/2022

Practice honoring your needs this week. 🌿

People often get caught up with school, work, or other responsibilities and forget to check-in with themselves. Taking care of yourself does not make you selfish and it is an important part of your overall well-being. This is a reminder to set some time aside for yourself this week and make yourself a priority! 🤍

04/07/2022

We want to highlight this amazing video featuring one of our own therapists, Najeeha Khan! This video discusses eating disorders in the Muslim community, and how to navigate Ramadan when struggling with an ED.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_9qbLhocBKA

Check out my 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐔𝐁𝐄 𝐕𝐈𝐃𝐄𝐎 about 𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐀𝐃𝐀𝐍 & 𝐄𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒! I invited Najeeha Khan, LPC-A, a therapist from Austin,...

03/30/2022

Eating disorders are about more than just food and weight.💡

Eating disorders can’t always be seen just by looking at someone. The biggest misconception is that an individual has to “look sick” to be struggling from an eating disorder, when in reality, there are symptoms that are less obvious and easier to hide.

It’s easy to compare ourselves with others and have thoughts that diminish our own struggles with eating disorders. Remember that your struggles are valid no matter how small or big they may seem, and you do not have to tackle everything on your own!
If you or a loved one may be struggling with an eating disorder, we have a great team of dietitians and therapists that can support in healing your relationship with your body and food. Please reach out through our website and we would be happy to help! 💛

03/28/2022

Today is a new day and your body deserves to be nourished every day. 💛

03/23/2022

Listed are a few common signs and symptoms of eating disorders, but this is definitely not the exhaustive list.

Eating disorders can impact individuals physically, emotionally, and/or behaviorally. You can have an eating disorder no matter what body type you have. It does not discriminate and there is no age limit to experiencing an eating disorder. It is complex and symptoms vary from person to person.

If you or a loved one may think you are struggling with an eating disorder, please know that there is support and resources available and you do not have to go through it alone. ❤️
If you’re struggling with eating disorder thoughts or behaviors, Austin Counseling and Nutrition can help. We have a great team of dietitians and therapists that can support in healing your relationship with your body and food. Please reach out through our website. We would love to help!

03/21/2022

Monday Reminder: Healing and growth take time so don’t give up. Even thinking about making a change is a step forward. Be kind to yourself and Keep Going. 🧡
If you are looking to find support during your recovery or would like to start your own journey healing your relationship with your body and food, please reach out through our website. We have a great team of professionals that would love to help! ✨

03/18/2022

03/17/2022

I am worthy and loved for simply being me. ✨

It’s easy to feel like our worth is measured by how we look, our health, or by our productivity... but it’s not. Our worth is a sense of our own value as a human being and that is not something you can lose or discard.

We want to focus on how our worth is not dependent on our “health,” because there is a lot of misconceptions on what a “healthy person” is defined as in our society. The truth is health looks different for everyone and it is not a certain weight, a certain look, or certain life-style.

Health is more about behaviors, not weight. You get to pursue health if you want to, and that is defined by what that means to you, not by others, in the body you have right now.

Be kind to yourself and remind yourself that YOU ARE WORTHY 🤍
If you are looking to find support or wanting to start your own journey healing your relationship with your body and food, please reach out through our website. We have a great team of dietitians and therapists that would be happy to help!

03/10/2022

Here is a reminder that YOU ARE SO MUCH MORE THAN A BODY🌿

People often think that accepting their bodies means always feeling confident in their bodies...but that's not true.

The reality is that everyone has insecurities and it's hard to always be accepting of our bodies and be confident in it. However, you do not have to love your body all the time in order to appreciate and honor everything your body can do.

"Body neutrality goes beyond what our body looks like and into what the body does, what it has to offer, and how it can be a channel and vehicle to living a full and joyful life." - Maria Sorbara Mora, R.D.

What are some of your favorite affirmations?
It can be difficult to break the ties between our body and self-worth. If you are looking to find support or wanting to start your own journey healing your relationship with your body and food, please reach out through our website. We would love to help! 🧡