In this episode, mental health counselors Lauren Alessi and Angie Gonzalez unravel the complexities of eating disorders, body image, emotional eating and the impacts of social media on the mental health of teens, young adults and families.

Angie Gonzalez, a licensed mental health counselor and founder of Eden Therapy Co., sheds light on the challenges of the influence of culture on body image, diet, eating habits and mental health issues, especially among young people influenced by social media.

Discover practical advice on maintaining balanced health, the importance of family meals, and understanding hunger cues. Angie also highlights the risks associated with quick fixes like laxative abuse and Ozempic, advocating for a nutritious diet and holistic health practices.

Key topics include the pressures of societal beauty standards, the unhealthy pursuit of physical fitness, and the impact of parental body image behaviors on children. Angie provides valuable insights into recognizing and treating eating disorders and the significance of early intervention.

0:00 Coming Up In This Episode
1:11 Meeting Angie Gonzalez, LMHC
5:41 Issues Of The Soul Manifest In The Body
8:59 Dangers of Social Media
17:08 Healthy Households
20:23 Men And Body Image
23:37 Angie Gives Advice on Binging
26:57 Helpful Resources
29:51 Plastic Surgery and Botox, Why?
33:52 Ozempic, Side Effects Or Consequences?
38:02 Go Back To The Table

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