by Catherine Tilford | Aug 6, 2019 | Info & Updates
I grew up on the western slope of Colorado which was a beautiful, wonderful place to live and play. It’s also where my eating disorder developed and flourished until I sought treatment years later during college in Denver. When I left Grand Junction for grad...
by Catherine Tilford | Jun 26, 2019 | Info & Updates
I’m thrilled to announce that Lisa Mareb, MSW, LCSW, CEDS-S is joining the Embrace Strength Counseling team! Lisa is passionate about helping teens and adults develop a more fulfilling relationship with their mind, body, food, and spirit. She specializes in eating...
by Catherine Tilford | Sep 11, 2015 | Eating Disorders
We all have a relationship with our body. The question is what kind of relationship is it? Is it one of struggle and pain or acceptance and gratitude? Many of us are at war with our bodies and the battle begins at a very young age. This war comes at a cost to our...
by Catherine Tilford | Jan 30, 2015 | Motherhood
I recently returned from maternity leave and have been reflecting on how becoming a mother has reinforced some key lessons I learned on my own journey of recovery and that come up often in my work as a counselor. #1 – I Am Strong This became my mantra in recovery and...
by Catherine Tilford | Feb 8, 2014 | Eating Disorders
It’s February and I still can’t turn on the TV without being inundated by advertisements for weight loss products, diets, and exercise routines. It happens every year post-holidays as advertisers try to capitalize on New Year’s resolutions and...