Chronic Dieting & Body Shame

Taking the first steps…

Deciding to turn toward the pain of body shame and to begin to untangle complicated relationships to food and eating is both revolutionary and challenging. Unlike what the diet industry wants you to believe, there are no quick fixes.

We live in a culture that puts immense pressure on us around the ways we eat and how our bodies look and perform. It is exhausting, damaging and everywhere. 

If you have spent years, or even decades, searching for the illusive answer to weight loss or perfect health, and ultimately self-acceptance, the invitation to explore something new can feel scary. 

Often, we have to hold several choices at once to decide where our true liberation lies. I offer the space and support to do just that.

 

“Jen’s approach and expertise in body image issues are a breath of fresh air in the clinical field. Clients are drawn to her warmth and inspired by her passion for her work.”

-Elsa Lockman LMSW

There is more to life…

Starting to realize that you just simply cannot do one more diet, cleanse or lifestyle change can feel both exciting and terrifying. Truthfully, constantly being at war with your body is exhausting. I can support you in the shift from trying to fix yourself to trusting yourself…from shaming yourself to holding yourself with compassion.

I have specialized training and am a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, Certified Body Trust® Provider and Health at Every Size® Advocate. I will never suggest a focus on weight loss as the answer, while at the same I understand thin privilege exists. 

I founded Nourished Energy to be an inclusive, holistic practice that respects body diversity and fosters body respect. 

I have special pages dedicated to explaining my training and advocacy around these issues and to answer questions around Body Trust and Intuitive Eating. I also specialize in treating Binge Eating Disorder which is a serious and treatable condition that can be triggered by food restrictions and negative body image.

 

Reach Me

Jennifer DiGennaro MA LPC
1324 Lake Drive Suite 8
Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506

Tel: 616.446.6728
E-mail: Jen@NourishedEnergy.com

Schedule a free 15 minute phone consultation with Jen