Recovery Talk

Amalie Lee (MSc, GMBPsS)
  • 5.0 (46)
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Welcome to Recovery Talk, a podcast about the science and psychology of eating disorders and disordered eating. I’m Amalie (@amalielee), and I am bringing clinical, academic, and lived experience to help you understand the psychology and science of recovery. Join me for practical, science-backed insights and support. (Disclaimer: not medical advice or a substitute for treatment.)

  1. 5D AGO

    Chew & Spit (CHSP)

    In this episode, I discuss chewing and spitting (CHSP): what it is, why people with eating disorders may engage in this behaviour, and why it can be so harmful both mentally and physically. Topics covered include: What CHSP is and the underlying drivers of the behaviour The CHSP “habit loop” and how it becomes entrenched Metabolic and dental consequences Mental, emotional, and social impacts Strategies for recovery and breaking the cycle Coaching & other enquiries: letsrecover.co.uk

    38 min

  2. 12/16/2025

    Body Image After Recovery (Ft. Louisa Sophie)

    In this week’s episode, I’m joined by fellow Let’s Recover coach Louisa for an honest conversation about how body image evolves once you’re fully recovered, and our own lived experiences of body image healing and recovery. We discuss: Do we still experience bad body image?Body image during recovery vs. after recoveryNavigating societal pressure in a recovered bodyWhat actually helps heal body imageRebuilding trust in your bodyPractical strategies & why rewiring mattersCoaching: letsrecover.co.uk  | Louisa’s Instagram: @recoverywith.louisa

    39 min

  3. 12/02/2025

    Body Dysmorphia & Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

    In this episode, we break down body dysmorphia and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) - what they are, how they differ, and why so many struggle with body image in the first place. We explore the psychology behind distorted self-perception, common symptoms, and the impact of social media, diet culture and societal beauty ideals. We’ll cover: What body dysmorphia is (and isn’t)The difference between body dysmorphia and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)Signs and symptoms of body dysmorphia, and the diagnostic criteria of BDDCommon misconceptionsThe impact of social media, comparison, and beauty standards

    33 min

  4. 11/18/2025

    Navigating Treatment Access & Social Media In Recovery (Ft. Alix Walker)

    In this week's episode I'm joined by coach and counsellor Alix Walker to discuss eating disorder treatment and managing social media when in recovery. Topics we cover: The hurdles accessing care for an eating disorderNot feeling 'sick enough'#Skinnytok, 'what I eat in a day' videos, and navigating social media in recoveryBody image healingManaging triggersAlix's Instagram: @counsellingwithalix Alix's website: alixwalkercounselling.co.uk

    42 min

  5. 11/04/2025

    Meal Plans, Trusting Your Hunger & Working With a Dietitian in Recovery (Ft. Beth Francois)

    In this episode I am joined by Beth Francois, an experienced eating disorder dietitian to discuss everything eating disorder treatment. Topics we cover: Working with a dietitian in recovery, and the importance of specialised careMeal plans and structured eatingWhen to start trusting your hunger-fullness cues'All in' and extreme hungerWhat intuitive eating really means (in recovery and beyond)Why talking therapy is not always enoughCommon traps people fall into in recoveryBeth's instagram: @theeddietitian Beth's website: theeddietitian.com

    43 min

  6. 10/21/2025

    Body Checking: Why It Happens & How To Stop

    In this episode, we're exploring body checking: what it is, why it happens, and how to actually break free from the cycle with some practical (and slightly unconventional!) strategies. Whether you're mirror checking, analysing pictures, lifting up your shirt, touching your stomach or comparing your body to others, this episode is for you. We’ll explore: - The psychology behind body checking - Conscious versus automated (habitual) body checking - Why letting go feel can feel so hard and scary - The subtle and not-so-subtle ways it shows up - Body comparison - My top practical strategies to reduce body checking ("delay, replace, complicate, interrupt") For coaching-related inquiries, head to letsrecover.co.uk.

    39 min

  7. 10/07/2025

    Why Fats & Carbs Keep You Full (& Low-Calorie, High-Volume Filler Foods Don’t)

    Ever wondered why you can eat a giant of low-calorie, high-protein, high-fibre foods and still feel unsatisfied? In this episode, we break down how fats and carbohydrates help your body feel truly full, mentally and physically. We talk about the difference between physical fullness and real satiety, and why eating enough energy-dense foods is so important in recovery. Topics we cover in this episode: Physical fullness VS true satietyHow carbs and fats regulate physical and mental hungerProtein myths and factsMental hunger, dopamine & hedonic eating (and why they are not 'bad')Bingeing, and how volume eating can backfireBlood sugar regulation and reactive hypoglycaemiaHow high-fibre diets in (early) recovery can cause gut issuesRewiring, and the importance of challenging disordered rules and fears For coaching-related inquiries, head to letsrecover.co.uk.

    48 min

  8. 01/28/2025

    Retrying Recovery After Past Failed Attempts/Relapses

    In this episode I discuss giving recovery another go when you have a history of failed attempts and relapses. ⁠@amalielee⁠ | ⁠@letsrecover.co.uk⁠ | ⁠letsrecover.co.uk

    22 min
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Welcome to Recovery Talk, a podcast about the science and psychology of eating disorders and disordered eating. I’m Amalie (@amalielee), and I am bringing clinical, academic, and lived experience to help you understand the psychology and science of recovery. Join me for practical, science-backed insights and support. (Disclaimer: not medical advice or a substitute for treatment.)

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  • Creator
    Amalie Lee (MSc, GMBPsS)
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    127
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Amalie Lee (MSc, GMBPsS)
  • Show Website
    Recovery Talk

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