Dr. Marianne-Land: An Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

In this solo episode of Dr. Marianne-Land, we’re exploring Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)—a mental health condition that often hides in plain sight. BDD isn’t just about disliking how you look; it’s a deeply distressing experience where perceived flaws in appearance become all-consuming. For many, it leads to rituals like mirror checking, avoiding social situations, or even seeking cosmetic procedures—none of which ease the internal pain for long.
We’ll unpack how BDD shows up, how it differs from eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, and why it’s so often misdiagnosed—especially in fat folks, neurodivergent people, and those with trauma histories. This episode offers clarity, compassion, and concrete ways to begin untangling appearance-based distress.
💛 If binge eating feels like part of your experience too, check out my Binge Eating Recovery Membership—a supportive space to heal your relationship with food without shame or restriction. Learn more here: drmariannemiller.com/binge-eating-101-class-1
CHECK OUT OTHER EPISODES ON BODY IMAGE
How to Improve Your Body Image: An Eating Disorder Recovery Story via Apple or Spotify
Body Grief & Body Peace via Apple or Spotify
Body Acceptance, Size Diversity, & Body Liberation via Apple or Spotify
Sex & Body Image (Part 1) via Apple or Spotify
Sex & Body Image (Part 2) via Apple or Spotify
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
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Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Look into my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

Exercise Addiction Recovery With Sabrina Magnan @sabrina.magnan.health

What happens when a “healthy” habit becomes harmful? In this powerful interview, Dr. Marianne sits down with intuitive eating coach Sabrina Magnan (@sabrina.magnan.health) to talk about the hidden world of exercise addiction—how it starts, why it’s so often praised, and what it actually feels like to break free from it.
Sabrina shares her personal journey of feeling trapped in a cycle of overexercising and disordered eating, and how she began healing her relationship with movement, food, and her body. Together, we unpack why exercise addiction often goes unnoticed (and even encouraged), how it can overlap with binge eating and restriction cycles, and what sustainable, compassionate recovery can look like.
If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting, obsessed with burning calories, or panicked at the thought of skipping a workout—this conversation is for you. 💛
👉 Ready for support on your binge eating recovery journey?Join Dr. Marianne’s self-paced Binge Eating Recovery Membership—designed for people of all sizes and neurotypes, grounded in compassion and fat liberation.💻 drmariannemiller.com/binge-eating-101-class-1
ABOUT SABRINA MAGNAN
Sabrina is an intuitive eating and food freedom coach who helps women overcome binge, emotional and overeating by addressing the root cause of those issues so that they can stop feeling obsessed and out of control with food, and focus their mental space on things that matter most to them.
 
Sabrina lives and works in Quebec, Canada. She coaches women from all over the world.
 
She also has her own podcast, "The Live Unrestricted Podcast," which you can find on Apple or Spotify.
 
CONTACT AND FOLLOW SABRINA
 
Instagram: @sabrina.magnan.health
Website: https://site.sabrinamagnan.com/
Email: info@sabrinamagnan.com
 
CHECK OUT OTHER EPISODES WITH SABRINA & ON EXERCISE ISSUES
An Orthorexia Recovery Story With Sabrina Magnan on Apple & Spotify
 
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Need a place to start? Check out my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
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Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

Can ARFID Traits Show Up When You're in Recovery From Anorexia, Bulimia, & Binge Eating Disorder?

What happens when you’re deep into recovery—but food still feels confusing, overwhelming, or downright scary?In this solo episode, Dr. Marianne explores how traits of ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) can show up in people recovering from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder—sometimes for the very first time.
If you’ve ever felt stuck with “safe foods,” noticed heightened sensory sensitivity, or found yourself afraid of eating certain foods (even after doing years of recovery work), you’re not alone. These lingering challenges might not be relapse—they could be ARFID traits that were always there, just hidden behind more familiar eating disorder patterns.
Tune in for:
Key differences between ARFID and other eating disorders
How neurodivergence and sensory sensitivities can play a role
Why it’s common for ARFID symptoms to emerge or become more visible in recovery
What compassionate, trauma-informed support can look like
💡 Whether you're a clinician, a person in recovery, or someone supporting a loved one, this episode offers fresh insight into the complex overlap between ARFID and eating disorder recovery.
👉 Looking for more support with ARFID? Check out Dr. Marianne’s self-paced, neurodivergent-affirming course: https://www.drmariannemiller.com/arfid
CHECK OUT MORE EPISODES ON ARFID
Complexities of Treating ARFID: How a Neurodivergent-Affirming, Sensory-Attuned Approach Works on Apple & Spotify.
Stuck on Empty: Autistic Inertia, ARFID, & Lack of Motivation to Eat on Apple & Spotify.
Can ARFID & Anorexia Co-Exist? on Apple & Spotify.
ARFID in Adults vs ARFID in Children on Apple & Spotify.
ARFID & Nutrition on Apple & Spotify.
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Look into my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

"We've Gone Back to the 90s": The Return of the Super Skinny Ideal With Anne Richardson @theeatingdisordernutritionist

In this eye-opening episode of Dr. Marianne-Land, I’m joined by Anne Richardson, RD (@theeatingdisordernutritionist), to talk about the disturbing return of the super skinny ideal—and how this 90s-era body trend is resurfacing in modern media and pop culture. From TikTok to fashion runways, the thin ideal is back, fueling body dissatisfaction, disordered eating, and a dangerous normalization of extreme thinness.
We dive into how the super skinny body standard is impacting people in eating disorder recovery, especially those healing from anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and ARFID. Anne brings her expertise as an eating disorder dietitian to unpack how fatphobia, anti-fat bias, and the glamorization of weight loss continue to harm people of all sizes—especially neurodivergent and marginalized folks.
This conversation challenges the toxic messages of diet culture and body dysmorphia, while offering hope, clarity, and strategies for body image resilience. If you've noticed the wave of 90s nostalgia bringing back triggering beauty ideals, this episode is a must-listen.
🧠 You are not imagining it—the culture has shifted again. But you don’t have to go backwards in your recovery.
ABOUT ANNE RICHARDSON
Anne specializes in eating disorders and is a Devon, England, UK registered nutrition therapy practitioner. She is very active on Instagram @theeatingdisordernutritionist. Two things I really like about Anne is her authenticity and her witty sense of humor. I also appreciate that she is an anti-diet dietitian in the UK who is very clear about not focusing on weight loss in her nutrition practice. She also loves food and knows how to cook fun things. I’m excited for you to learn more about her in this episode. :)
Anne has been doing a diploma in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) in the last three years, so she combines nutritional therapy with CBT skills or "nutritional counseling.”
CONNECT WITH ANNE
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeatingdisordernutritionist/
Email: anne@theeatingdisordernutritionist.co.uk
Website: https://www.theeatingdisordernutritionist.co.uk/
CHECK OUT OTHER EPISODES WITH ANNE & ON DIET CULTURE!
Let's Talk About Recovery: Ditching Diet Culture & Crushing Eating Disorder Thoughts on Apple & Spotify.
Just Say NO to Dieting: A Weight-Neutral Approach to Fitness on Apple & Spotify.
The Diet/Wellness Industry, Accessibility, & Diet Culture on Apple & Spotify.
An Eating Disorder Recovery Story Across Two Countries With Anne Richardson @theeatingdisordernutritionist on Apple & Spotify.
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Look into my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com
 

Fat & Neurodivergent in the Medical System: My Experience With Medical Gaslighting & Dismissal

What happens when the medical system sees your body as the problem before you even speak? In this solo episode, Dr. Marianne shares her recent experience navigating healthcare as a fat, neurodivergent woman—and the toll of being met with medical gaslighting, invalidation, and bias at every turn. From sensory overload in clinical settings to the exhaustion of advocating for basic care, this episode explores the intersection of fatphobia, ableism, and chronic pain in medical spaces. If you’ve ever felt unseen or blamed in a doctor’s office, you’re not imagining it—and you’re not alone.
🎧 Tune in for real talk about:
Fatphobia and anti-fat bias in medical care
How neurodivergence and sensory sensitivities shape the healthcare experience
The emotional and physical cost of medical gaslighting
Why naming these patterns is a step toward collective healing
📍 For more support on navigating body shame, trauma, and eating disorder recovery in neurodivergent and marginalized bodies, visit drmariannemiller.com or explore my virtual courses and membership programs.
CHECK OUT OTHER EPISODES OF MEDICAL GASLIGHTING, FATPHOBIA, ANTI-FAT BIAS, & WEIGHT DISCRIMINATION
When Doctors Harm: Medical Weight Stigma & Eating Disorders on Apple & Spotify.
Fat Vulnerability & Our Eating Disorder Recovery Stories on Apple & Spotify.
Challenges of Weight-Loss Surgery & Medical Anti-Fat Bias on Apple & Spotify.
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Look into my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

When Faith Hurts: Religious Trauma & Eating Disorders in Neurodivergent Communities With Victoria Leon, ASW

Religious trauma is real—and for neurodivergent folks, it can leave especially deep marks on body image, food, and self-worth. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Victoria Leon, ASW (@victoriarleon), a therapist who specializes in supporting people healing from religious trauma and eating disorders. We explore how faith communities can reinforce shame, control, and compliance—and how that intersects with masking, sensory sensitivities, and the drive to “be good” that so many neurodivergent people carry. Whether you’re deconstructing, disentangling from toxic theology, or trying to reclaim a safe relationship with food and your body, this episode offers validation, insight, and a path toward gentler healing.
✨ CW for discussions of religious trauma, disordered eating, and spiritual abuse.
🎧 Ready to listen? Hit play—and share with someone who needs to hear they’re not alone.
ABOUT VICTORIA LEON
Victoria Leon, ASW, is a lived-experience therapist who specializes in neurodiversity-affirming care for individuals navigating eating disorders, religious trauma, and identity exploration. She is dedicated to creating a brave, non-judgmental space where clients can reflect on their experiences, reclaim agency, and develop strategies that honor their unique strengths and values. Victoria believes that each person is the expert on their own story, and she supports clients in learning to trust themselves more deeply and move toward healing in ways that feel authentic and sustainable.
As a queer, dynamically disabled, and neurodivergent human, Victoria draws from her own experiences with eating disorder recovery and religious trauma healing to inform her work. She shows up with authenticity, believing that healing happens in relationships. Her practice is grounded in a decarceral, abolitionist, and social justice-oriented framework, recognizing that therapy is inherently political.
Outside the therapy room, Victoria is married to her lovely wife and is the proud dog-mom of a goofy goldendoodle named Oliver and a playful puppy named George. She finds joy in knitting, making art, discovering new local coffee shops, reading, and dancing around her home.
CONTACT VICTORIA LEON
https://www.victoriarleon.com
https://www.instagram.com/victoriarleon/
CHECK OUT OTHER EPISODES ON SPIRITUAL/RELIGIOUS TRAUMA, ABLEISM, & ADHD/AUTISM
On navigating ADHD, eating disorders, & sensory sensitivities via Apple and Spotify.
Minding the Gap: The Intersection Between AuDHD & Eating Disorders via Apple & Spotify.
Benefits & Challenges of Integrating Spirituality into Eating Disorder Treatment via Apple & Spotify.
Ableism & Common Myths About Diabetes via Apple & Spotify.
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Learn about my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

A Bulimia Recovery Story + How Weight-Neutral Fitness Can Help Eating Disorder Recovery With Abbey Griffith @claritydecatur

🎧 Ever wondered what recovery from bulimia really looks like—beyond the clinical definitions and surface-level advice? In this powerful interview, I sit down with Abbey Griffith, a certified personal trainer and eating disorder recovery advocate, to talk about her lived experience with bulimia, what helped her heal, and how weight-neutral fitness became a surprising source of support and reconnection with her body.
We get into the messy, non-linear realities of recovery, what it means to redefine movement outside of diet culture, and why compassionate, accessible fitness spaces matter—especially for folks in eating disorder recovery.
💬 Whether you’re in recovery yourself, supporting a loved one, or rethinking your own relationship with exercise, this episode is full of insight, honesty, and hope.
👇 Tune in, and let’s talk about recovery that centers care—not control.
🌟 If you’re looking for support in healing your relationship with food and body, check out my Binge Eating & Bulimia Recovery Membership. It’s a virtual space designed to help you move forward at your own pace—with guidance, tools, and community that actually gets it. Learn more by clicking HERE.
ABOUT ABBEY GRIFFITH
A graduate of University of Miami’s College of Engineering, Abbey Griffith owns Clarity Fitness - Georgia’s first body positive, weight inclusive, eating disorder informed fitness studio. She is an NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Body Positive Facilitator, and Eating Disorder Recoveree who has devoted her life to helping people of all ages, shapes, and sizes find a wellness routine they truly enjoy. Abbey sees the dangers that come from obsession in fitness and nourishment, and believes that it’s time for us to see our bodies in a positive and empowered way - regardless of the number on the scale.
 
CONTACT ABBEY
www.clarityfitness.com
@ClarityDecatur on IG
info@clarityfitness.com
 
CHECK OUT MORE EPISODES ON EATING DISORDER RECOVERY & EXERCISE, as well as on WEIGHT-NEUTRAL FITNESS
Overexercising, ADHD, & Eating Disorder Recovery on Apple & Spotify
Just say NO to Dieting: A Weight-Neutral Approach to Fitness on Apple & Spotify
Men, Muscularity, Exercise, & Eating Disorder Stigmas on Apple & Spotify
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Learn about my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

Your Safe Foods Are Valid (Yes, Even in Eating Disorder Recovery)

Let’s be real: having safe foods in eating disorder recovery doesn’t mean you’re failing—it often means you’re surviving, adapting, and doing exactly what your body needs. In this solo episode, Dr. Marianne Miller, licensed eating disorder therapist, fat liberationist, and neurodivergent human, is busting the myth that safe foods are always disordered.
We’ll talk about why safe foods exist (hint: it’s not just "being rigid"), how they support nervous system regulation, and why shaming safe eating patterns—especially for folks with ARFID, sensory sensitivities, and trauma histories—does way more harm than good.If you’ve ever felt guilty for sticking to foods that feel manageable, this episode is your permission slip to honor what helps you stay grounded.
✨ Want more tools to support a neurodivergent-affirming, sensory-attuned, trauma-informed path to recovery?
Come check out Dr. Marianne’s self-paced online course:ARFID & Selective Eating: A Neurodivergent-Affirming, Sensory-Attuned, Trauma-Informed ApproachIt’s packed with practical strategies for therapists, dietitians, adults with ARFID, and parents supporting selective eaters—no shame, no rushing, just real healing.
CHECK OUT OTHER EPISODES ON NEURODIVERSITY & EATING DISORDERS!
> On when eating disorder care is NOT neurodivergent-affirming via Apple and Spotify.
> On navigating ADHD, eating disorders, and sensory sensitivities via Apple and Spotify.
> On overexercising, ADHD, and eating disorders via Apple and Spotify.
> On personal neurodivergent stories via Apple and Spotify.
 
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Look into my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com
 

You're Not Too Much: Setting Boundaries & Asking for What You Need in Eating Disorder Recovery

Have you ever been told you’re “too much”? Too sensitive, too emotional, too everything? 😣 Let’s flip that script. You’re not too much—you’re a human with real needs. 💖
In eating disorder recovery, asking for what you need can feel scary, awkward, or downright impossible—especially if you’re neurodivergent, a people-pleaser, or grew up hearing that your needs were “too big.” 🚫 But guess what? Boundaries are not selfish. Advocating for yourself is not a burden. And needing support is so valid. 🫶
In this solo episode of Dr. Marianne-Land, we’ll cover:✨ Why setting boundaries is essential for healing🧠 How masking, trauma, and neurodivergence can shape your ability to ask for support🗣️ Scripts + tips for communicating your needs (without apology)🌈 A reminder that your needs matter—and you’re allowed to take up space
💌 Looking for more support on your recovery journey? Check out my virtual Binge Eating Recovery Membership:👉 CLICK HERE
CHECK OUT OTHER AMAZING EPISODES ON BOUNDARIES, EATING DISORDER TREATMENT, & MORE!
"Boundaries, Therapy While Black, & Eating Disorders" on Apple & Spotify
"Why Eating Disorder Treatment is NOT Neurodivergent-Affirming" on Apple & Spotify
"Pros & Cons of Intensive Eating Disorder Treatment Programs" on Apple & Spotify
"Eating Disorder Recovery, Higher Levels of Care, & Renourishment" on Apple & Spotify
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com

What Is Atypical Anorexia? Challenging Weight Bias in Eating Disorder Treatment With Emma Townsin, RD @food.life.freedom

Let’s be real: there’s nothing atypical about “atypical anorexia.” In fact, it’s one of the most common eating disorder presentations—and yet it’s still misunderstood, misdiagnosed, and too often ignored. In this episode, I’m joined by Registered Dietitian and eating disorder specialist Emma Townsin (@food.life.freedom) to break down what atypical anorexia actually is, why the name is a problem, and how weight stigma keeps so many people from getting the care they deserve.
We talk about what happens when restrictive eating shows up in people who don’t fit the “textbook” thin ideal, how BMI gatekeeping plays out in treatment settings, and what needs to change in how we diagnose and support people across all body sizes. This one’s for anyone who's ever been told they’re “not sick enough”—and for every provider ready to challenge that harmful narrative.
ABOUT EMMA TOWNSIN, RD
Emma supports her clients to take the stress out of food. Emma's unique method focuses on reframing how you think about food, building connection with your body and feeling confident in your food choices. So, instead of food controlling you, food supports you to live the life you want. Combining her skills as a Registered Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor, Emma supports people experiencing stressful eating such as binge eating or uncomfortable emotional eating and those who want to feel good around food after long term dieting.
Emma lives and works in London, England. She is a Specialist Eating Disorder Dietitian and Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor. Her practice name is Food Life Freedom.
CONTACT EMMA
Website: www.foodlifefreedom.com
Email: emma@foodlifefreedom.com
IG: @food.life.freedom
FB: Food Life Freedom
CHECK OUT ANOTHER INTERVIEW EPISODE WITH EMMA, PLUS TWO MORE ON ATYPICAL ANOREXIA!
Why Diets Don't Work and How to Change Our Relationships With Food With Emma Townsin, RD on Apple & Spotify
Atypical Anorexia: Mental & Physical Health Risks, Plus How the Term is Controversial on Apple & Spotify
Atypical Anorexia With Amy Ornelas, RD on Apple & Spotify
INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND?
Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller
Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course
Learn more about my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership.
Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be!
Check out my blog.
Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com