by Catherine Tilford | Jan 23, 2013 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Emotions, Mental Health, Stress
I often notice themes running through my life and lately it has been the theme of perfection and my discomfort with being imperfect. At the end of December, I moved in to a new office and between the holidays and the move, I feel like I can’t catch up at home...
by Catherine Tilford | Nov 20, 2012 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Holidays, Mental Health, Self-Care, Stress
The holidays are supposed to be “the happiest time of the year” and yet, for many, they are a time of increased stress and anxiety. My last post focused on eating disorders during the holidays and how to prepare for family gatherings and social events,...
by Catherine Tilford | Nov 17, 2012 | Eating Disorders, Holidays
In my private practice, one of the areas I specialize in is helping people recover from eating disorders. This time of year, I am very aware of how scary and anxiety producing the holidays can be for those who struggle with eating disorders, such as anorexia,...
by Catherine Tilford | Aug 2, 2012 | Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eating Disorders, Emotions, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Self-Care, Strengths-Based Counseling
I believe we all have rights as human beings and often reflect on and share this list with my clients . . . Personal Bill of Rights I have the right to ask for what I want. I have a right to say no to requests or demands that I cannot meet. I have a right to express...
by Catherine Tilford | Jul 28, 2012 | Eating Disorders, Mental Health, Sports/Athletics
“The benefits of sport are well recognized: organized athletics builds self-esteem, promotes physical conditioning, enhances skills, teaches the value of teamwork, and sets a foundation for lifelong physical activity. Athletic competition, however, can also...
