Mindful Eating Institute

Mindful Eating Institute A mindful approach to emotional eating and weight management ~ rooted in positive psychology and self-compassion research

Mindful Eating Institute through its founder, Petra Beumer, offers a counseling program, which addresses emotional overeating and weight issues. The treatment model represents a mindful approach to weight loss and emotional eating. It is deeply rooted in positive psychology principles as well as mindfulness and self-compassion research. In her work Petra incorporates cognitive-behavioral therapy with mindfulness meditation, journaling and weekly self-care practices. Clients explore the triggers that lead to emotional eating and discover the tools and strategies for establishing a healthy and relaxed relationship with food. Petra supports them with freeing themselves from this cycle, and assists with creating new healthy self-care practices. The therapeutic goal is to replace the powerful ritual of "eating instead of feeling" over time. Petra received her master's degree in clinical psychology at the University of Hamburg/Germany and has worked as a counselor and health educator for over 20 years. Her passion is to help her clients be at peace with their body and to have a healthy and relaxed relationship with food. Clients are being guided to let go of food as a mood regulator, and learn to implement new emotional self-care strategies. Her "prescription" for wellness is: To love yourself deeply, to honor your energy levels and boundaries, to speak your truth from the heart, to stand in your own light and to be YOU - unapologetically. Petra enjoys offering her counseling sessions remotely via Zoom, or in-person in Santa Barbara.

*The initial consultation is complimentary.

Feeling overwhelmed as the holidays approach? Discover how a mindful approach can transform your season into a time of p...
10/21/2025

Feeling overwhelmed as the holidays approach? Discover how a mindful approach can transform your season into a time of peace and joy. đź’«

Learn to stress less, do less, and care for yourself more this year.

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It’s late October, and the subtle hum of the holidays is already in the air. Before the season sweeps you up, take a mindful pause and set your intention: this year will be different. By slowing down, questioning urgency, and protecting your peace, you can reduce stress, avoid emotional eating, an...

Feeling trapped in sugar cravings? 🍭 It’s time to reconnect with your body's natural balance and break free! Explore min...
10/20/2025

Feeling trapped in sugar cravings? 🍭 It’s time to reconnect with your body's natural balance and break free!

Explore mindful strategies to soothe your nervous system and cultivate a healthier relationship with food.

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Here’s a 500-character excerpt you can use for your Wix blog or newsletter teaser: > Sugar cravings aren’t just about willpower — they’re a call for comfort, calm, and energy. Through mindful awareness and gentle nourishment, you can break free from the cycle of cravings and reconnect with y...

Feeling overwhelmed by stress and turning to food for comfort? You’re not alone. Discover how to stop emotional eating w...
10/18/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by stress and turning to food for comfort? You’re not alone. Discover how to stop emotional eating without relying on willpower. 🧡

🌱 Explore strategies for grounding yourself and making mindful choices.

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It’s 9 p.m. The day has been long and demanding. You’ve given your all - to clients, children, deadlines, or expectation -and now the quiet kitchen feels like an invitation to exhale. You’re not alone. Many women find themselves reaching for food at night, not because of hunger, but because th...

🩷Monday Reflection🩷As a new week begins, remember: you don’t have to carry it all.Pause. Breathe. Leave a little room in...
10/13/2025

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As a new week begins, remember: you don’t have to carry it all.

Pause. Breathe. Leave a little room in your heart for the unimaginable - for moments of grace, unexpected kindness, and quiet joy to find their way in.

“Keep some room in your heart for the unimaginable.”
- Mary Oliver

✨ A gentle reminder for your Monday scroll… ✨This poem by Hollie Holden is such a beautiful reflection.We often ask our ...
10/06/2025

✨ A gentle reminder for your Monday scroll… ✨

This poem by Hollie Holden is such a beautiful reflection.

We often ask our bodies what they need — more water, greens, yoga, or rest.

But beneath it all, there’s usually a quieter request
waiting to be heard: “Could you just love me like this?”

True nourishment begins there — in acceptance, not striving, In softening toward ourselves rather than trying to fix.💜

A little more kindness.
A little less efforting.
That’s where balance begins.

🌀 Discover the emotional journey of weight loss beyond GLP-1 medications like Wegovy. It's not just about the numbers; i...
10/04/2025

🌀 Discover the emotional journey of weight loss beyond GLP-1 medications like Wegovy. It's not just about the numbers; it’s about mindful change. Explore how patient-centered counseling can create sustainable results.

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Discover why GLP-1 medications like Wegovy don’t always lead to weight loss — and how mindful counseling supports deeper, sustainable change.

A New Chapter: From Mindful Eating to Mindful Living 360
09/08/2025

A New Chapter: From Mindful Eating to Mindful Living 360

Since 2017, I have created counseling programs that revolve around mindful eating, body image, ending a lifelong struggle with dieting, and finding peace with food. Over time, I’ve come to see that mindfulness reaches into every corner of life. It’s not just about how we nourish ourselves at the...

✨ Food freedom is possible. ✨You don’t have to live in the exhausting cycle of dieting, guilt, and shame. Healing your r...
08/30/2025

✨ Food freedom is possible. ✨

You don’t have to live in the exhausting cycle of dieting, guilt, and shame. Healing your relationship with food is about nurturing yourself with compassion, not control.

💛 If you’re ready to take the first step toward peace with food and your body, I’d love to support you on this journey.

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Have you been struggling with weight loss but feel it's more than just the food? My latest blog explores the meaningful ...
08/24/2025

Have you been struggling with weight loss but feel it's more than just the food? My latest blog explores the meaningful connection between emotional self-regulation and weight issues.

Understanding your emotions is a crucial step to a healthier you! Read more: https://wix.to/hZVPtOa

In my years of counseling, I’ve noticed a recurring theme: struggles with weight are rarely just about food. More often, they are deeply tied to how we regulate our emotions. When life feels overwhelming, food can become both a comfort and a shield: a way to soothe, distract, or numb.Emotional sel...

Introducing a transformative journey into Mindful Living and Eating! 🌿🙌 Learn to distinguish between physical hunger and...
08/20/2025

Introducing a transformative journey into Mindful Living and Eating! 🌿🙌

Learn to distinguish between physical hunger and emotional urges, helping you break free from dieting cycles. Find your path to lasting well-being and self-care.

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Sustainable weight management isn’t about quick fixes or rigid rules. It’s about cultivating balance and self-compassion...
08/19/2025

Sustainable weight management isn’t about quick fixes or rigid rules. It’s about cultivating balance and self-compassion. Learn how mindful eating can change your relationship with food and your body. 💜

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Sustainable weight management isn’t about quick fixes or rigid rules—it’s about cultivating balance, patience, and self-compassion. By focusing on mindful eating, emotional well-being, and consistency over perfection, you can create lasting habits that feel supportive rather than restrictive. ...

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Santa Barbara, CA
93103

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Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6:30pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 3pm

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