I have been recovered from my eating disorder for over 12 years. My mission is to now help others reach recovery. Each person is unique in their recovery process and working with someone who understands the difficulties provides a safe environment. I use life and self esteem coaching techniques along with holistic approaches. I also provide art therapy and visualization exercises. My services include in person, phone and group coaching. I am also a trained NEDA Navigator and ANAD Resource person for the state of Idaho. I serve as a mentor on MentorConnect where relationships replace eating disorders.
Now, my life’s purpose is to help others recover and enjoy all of the life they have missed. There is so much beyond an eating disorder to experience. Learning to identify and feel these emotions is a major part of recovery.
That's where private coaching comes into play. Talking with someone who has been through the experience and recovered can make a huge difference. Most people don't understand the mindset of someone with an eating disorder. "Why can't we just eat?" Very rarely is an eating disorder about food, it can be a control issue, an emotional release, a way to handle previous abuse. There are also many illnesses that can contribute to an eating disorder such as obsessive/compulsive, ADHD, post-traumatic stress, borderline personality, Bi-polar and many other disorders.
An eating disorder recovery coach is someone who can listen to all the up's and down's, provide support, suggestions and positive responses on a one to one basis. They do not replace professional support such as a Medical Doctor, Therapist or Nutritionist but work as a mentor (an influential senior sponsor or supporter). Recovery is a long, arduous journey and without a team in place, many won't make it.
Spirited Lady Living is my dream to help people deal with the peer and media pressure to be perfect. This is a safe place for all to come and find support, resources, guides, coaching and whatever else may be needed to recover from eating disorders, body image and self esteem issues. Everyone deserves a happy and healthy life. We offer Life and Self Esteem coaching, specializing in Eating disorders.
I have suffered from all of these issues my whole life. Through years of therapy, treatments and soul searching, I have learned to at least accept myself, actually even like myself and overcome my ED. That's why I have decided to become an Artbundance Coach and Practitioner to help others that are trying to recover. I am in no means a medical or trained therapist and will only be offering support with what I have learned through life experiences and training.
My mission with this site is to provide support for people in recovery who have no insurance and cannot afford paid treatment plans. We also provide additional support to those with inpatient, outpatient and individual therapy. Through my postings in forums and on various websites I have heard so many cries for help from people who want to recover but feel helpless because they have no where to get solid advice and support.
The resources available include a variety of information and guidelines for more than just eating disorders. In most cases, there are underlying factors associated with an ED such as depression, OCD, bi-polar to name a few.
Here are a few of the other programs I am involved in:
Certified Artbundance Coach and Practioner
2015-2017 Vice Chair for the non-profit MentorConnect. I am currently an active Mentor on MentorConnect, working with others to aid in their recovery.
Local Resource Person for the state of Idaho for ANAD
Working to provide a local support group in Coeur d Alene, Idaho
Hope to set up a local school program for eating disorders
Be of good cheer. Do not think of today's failures, but of the success that may come tomorrow. You have set yourself a difficult task, but you will succeed if you persevere; and you will find a joy in overcoming obstacles.
Helen Keller
If you would like to know more about me please visit my website Spirited Lady Living and use our contact us form. Our website includes affirmations, inspiration, eating disorders, health issues, self help, alternative health and healing. There are also several interactive areas which we hope will get people involved in positive thinking to enrich their lives such as "Write Your Affirmation", "Share Your ED Journey" and more.
We also have a guest center where Professionals can add articles, reference material, resources, etc. and would like to invite our network here to post their information on our site.
To contact me please use the "Contact Us" form at http://www.spirited-lady-living.com or message me directly from here.