Explore our blog for expert insights, practical tips, and valuable mental health resources. Written by the Coastal Collaborative Care team, our posts blend research, clinical experience, and real-world insight to support your healing, answer your questions about therapy and mental health, and nurture your personal growth.
Forget ‘Anti-Aging’: Rewriting the Rules of Aging
Most of the time when I write, I talk about body image as it relates to size — learning to appreciate our bodies as they are, in a culture that tells us they constantly need to shrink. But lately, I’ve been thinking about another way our bodies are often judged, hidden, or “fixed” – the…
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PART 1: It Takes A Village: Choosing the Right Eating Disorder Treatment Providers in Virginia
Need eating disorder treatment in Virginia? Learn how to choose collaborative & HAES®-aligned therapists & dietitians specialized in eating disorder recovery.
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It’s Too Hot for That: Summer in Alexandria Isn’t Just for “Summer Bodies”
Summer in Alexandria brings sunshine, waterfront walks, and boat rides—but for many, it also brings a wave of anxiety about body image.
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Feeling Not Good Enough? How Perfectionism and Comparison Affect Mental Health
Two silent forces often show up behind these struggles: perfectionism and comparison. They may seem like separate issues, but they often work in tandem to chip away at our self-worth. Building awareness of when and why these two parts show up is the first step to learning how to navigate and challenge them.
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PART 2: It Takes a Village: The Role of Family, Partners, and Loved Ones in Eating Disorder Treatment
Eating disorders often create a deep sense of isolation—not only for the individual struggling but also for the people who care about them. That’s why we approach adolescent eating disorder recovery as a shared process. Family involvement isn’t just encouraged—it’s integral.
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More Than Credentials: Why Working in Eating Disorder Treatment Centers Matters
When it comes to eating disorder treatment, experience isn’t just helpful—it’s essential. At the core of our practice is a unique and defining quality: every member of our team has worked in higher-level-of-care eating disorder treatment centers.
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