Hanna Kuyper, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #135606

02/01/2023

We are here to say it loud and clear: 👏eating disorders don’t happen because someone wants to be thin or “beautiful” 👏 They are complex mental illnesses rooted in biological, psychological, physiological, and social risk factors. Don’t get us wrong: diet culture and the thin ideal makes people much more vulnerable to developing an eating disorder, but it’s reductive to simplify a complex brain disorder to the desire to look a certain way.

And let’s move away once and for all from the harmful stereotype that these deadly diseases just happen to white thin girls. Eating disorders affect people across gender, body size, race, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic status equally (and sometimes at higher rates in certain populations!)

Once we can agree on this truth, we will be able to get more people suffering the care they need for this complex diagnosis—and show them a path to hope and healing 🤍

01/10/2023

Tuesday reminder 🫶

01/07/2023

Weight stigma is associated with a variety of physical and mental health issues including stress, depression, and anxiety. What’s more, those who experience it are less likely to seek healthcare, putting them at even greater risk for serious health issues.

In the midst of the the barrage of diet + weight loss messaging around New Years, Equip's clinical experts are hosting a panel to break down BMI, prevent weight stigma, and discuss how to best support patients patients of all sizes.

Hosted by Jessie Menzel, PhD (Equip's Sr. Director of Program Development), the panel's experts will include:

Cara Bohon, PhD, VP Clinical Programs, Equip
Lauren Hartman, MD, Medical Director, Equip
Dori Steinberg, PhD, RD, VP Research, Equip

This 60-minute event is on January 10 at 9am PT/12pm ET, and is free and open to all types of healthcare providers. Register now here!

https://fal.cn/3uVUe

01/04/2023

New Group happening to start off the new year!
www.hannakuyper.com/recover

12/14/2022

In a world that tries to convince you that you need to raise a “good” eater, aim to raise a child that has a positive relationship with food.

In a time where foods are demonized and bodies degraded, teach your children food can be both nourishing and pleasurable and that they are safe in their bodies.

In a culture that idolizes thinness and weight loss, be intentional about showing your child body diversity - that all bodies are worthy of acceptance, respect and love.

In a society that values dieting, model to your kids what it means to trust and care for your body - the home to your soul.

Let’s pave the way for our children to live free from the confining lies of diet culture by liberating ourselves from it first.

Who’s with me?

If you’re interested in learning more about how you can start feeding your children outside of the diet culture rules, check out my blog: https://www.crystalkarges.com/blog/354aok7pc38u0130gtlu0i1rb27lkw

If you're a mama needing more support around food/body image issues as you learn to help your own kids have a positive relationship with food & their bodies, check out our FREE virtual support group - Lift the Shame - also linked:https://www.crystalkarges.com/lift-the-shame-online-support-group You're not alone.

Cheering for you, friend!

12/10/2022

Let's not save this for a special occasion ❤️ Getting your needs met is an act of self compassion.

Needs could be:
A 5 minute break to breath
Responding with "I'm not sure right now, let me get back to you "
Movement
Food
Weekly therapy
A yoga class
A pep talk from a safe person
A consistent bedtime

What would you add?

12/07/2022

Hi 👋 and welcome to my little space on the internet.
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Eating Disorders, Anxiety Disorders and Trauma.
I love EMDR, Acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness and self compassion. I've utilized all of those (and continue to) in my own journey of learning and use them throughout my work with clients.
Thank you for being here.
Here's to healing ✨️

12/07/2022

Some helpful reminders when your kiddos need the extra support

Here are some really helpful things to remember when your child is not regulated and calm. These will help you stay regulated during these challenging times 🤍

12/02/2022

A great holiday reminder 🩷

As we approach the holiday season of December, just a reminder that is okay. Your feelings are valid. Holidays can be hard for each of us in different ways. ❤️

11/29/2022