Christine Ruberti-Bruning ATR-BC, LPC Christine Ruberti-Bruning ATR-BC, LPC

Eating Disorders Thrive in Isolation: Why Support is Crucial in Recovery

Eating disorders make us lonely because they take up all of the space, leaving no time for our relationships and ourselves. Anorexia and bulimia fly under the radar thanks to diet culture normalizing eating disorder behaviors under the guise of health. Overcoming feelings of shame can help us find healing through our loved ones and community.

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Christine Ruberti-Bruning ATR-BC, LPC Christine Ruberti-Bruning ATR-BC, LPC

My Kid Wants to Start Hormone Replacement Therapy-What Should I Do?

Your kid has brought up hormone therapy, so what’s next? While gender affirming hormone therapy isn’t a part of everyone’s journey, it can be an important step for some folks. Gender acceptance from both adults and peers leads to positive outcomes for transgender kids and lowers the risk of depression and suicidality.

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Christine Ruberti-Bruning ATR-BC, LPC Christine Ruberti-Bruning ATR-BC, LPC

Six Sneaky Food Rules in Eating Disorders

Diet talk is so common that it’s become synonymous with health. But what if these so-called healthy eating habits were actually harmful? What if those food rules were actually signs of an eating disorder?

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