Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
316: How to Treat an Eating Disorder With Brittany Davis
316: How to Treat an Eating Disorder With Brittany Davis
316: How to Treat an Eating Disorder With Brittany Davis
Wednesday 21st May 2025
Explore the connection between eating disorders and substance use with Brittany Davis on Soberful. Learn about treatment approaches and family support.
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Veronica Valli & Chip Somers
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Episode Overview
- Eating disorders and substance use often require simultaneous treatment.
- Family support plays a crucial role in recovery.
- Societal pressures can exacerbate body image issues.
- Holistic approaches are vital for effective treatment.
- Understanding trauma's impact is key to managing eating disorders.
It's not super important which one started first. It's how do we treat both of them?
In this episode of the Soberful podcast, Veronica Valli welcomes Brittany Davis, Regional Director of the EMILY program, to discuss the often intertwined challenges of eating disorders and substance use. Brittany shares her expertise in treating these complex issues, offering a fresh perspective on the importance of addressing both simultaneously. With years of experience, Brittany highlights the necessity of family support and the impact of societal pressures on body image.
She emphasises that recovery requires a holistic approach, where treating one issue without considering the other can lead to setbacks. Brittany's stories of success and resilience offer hope and encouragement to those facing these struggles. Her candid conversation with Veronica sheds light on how trauma can influence eating disorders and addiction, often making treatment more challenging but not impossible.
If you're curious about how treatment plans are tailored to individual needs and what role family can play in supporting recovery, this episode provides valuable insights. So, why not tune in and explore the nuanced approaches that can make a difference in recovery?