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Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders: Assessment, Clinical Skills, and Lived Experiences

Tamie Gangloff

Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders compassionately addresses the profound intersection of eating disorders and chronic illnesses, emphasizing the critical importance of tailored treatment for individuals navigating these challenging experiences. This book recognizes the unique struggles faced by those with chronic conditions and how these can lead to disordered eating patterns, while also highlighting the strength and resilience found in bodies that continuously evolve.

 

Within its pages, the book thoughtfully explores the complexities that come with chronic illnesses, covering a wide array of topics such as lifelong and acquired conditions, visible and invisible disabilities, sports injuries, chronic pain, grief, and more. The author sensitively examines how each of these scenarios can impact appetite, body image, and the overall perception of food and health. Important therapeutic approaches, such as EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), are discussed alongside mindful practices that promote body neutrality.

 

Designed for therapists, dietitians, and medical professionals, clients and families - this book offers invaluable insights into understanding body image disturbances and the ways they differ from body image distortions, fostering a deeper empathy for those struggling with these issues.

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Hi, I’m Tamie.

I understand how difficult it can be to live with a chronic medical condition. As someone who has faced similar challenges, I provide compassionate coaching and counseling for eating disorders, addiction, and chronic illnesses. It's common to feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or even PTSD from prolonged health issues.

You are not alone; I am here to support you and guide you through these transitions, including surgeries, with care and understanding.

You can absolutely live a fulfilling life while managing a chronic medical condition. I'm here to support you on this journey. With my experience as a clinician and my own long-term sobriety, I understand the challenges you face and am here to help you navigate them with compassion.

You are not alone.

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Tamie inspires clinicians, physical therapists, clients, families, and the community by sharing her personal and professional experiences.

She addresses important topics such as chronic illness, eating disorders, sports injury recovery, and the power of resilience.

Tamie is a professor teaching Eating Disorder Psychology - she loves to teach and mentor those who are interested in becoming professors.

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Tamie is dedicated to working closely with treatment teams to ensure personalized care for clients navigating the challenges of chronic illness.

She provides compassionate peer case consultations and offers supportive coaching for individuals struggling with chronic health issues and eating disorders.

Additionally, Tamie is committed to helping families understand and cope with these challenges, fostering a holistic approach to treatment and well-being.

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