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Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders: Assessment, Clinical Skills, and Lived Experiences

Tamie Gangloff

Chronic Illness and Eating Disorders addresses the intersection of eating disorders and the importance of treatment of clients with eating disorders and chronic illness, specific interventions, and resilience in a body that continues to change.

This book explores the intricacies of those with chronic illness, and how it can lead to disordered eating. Chapters cover lifelong and acquired illnesses and conditions, visible and invisible disabilities, sports injuries, chronic pain, grief, and more. The author examines how each of these conditions can affect appetite, body image, and overall perception of food and health. Treatments such as EMDR and CBT are discussed alongside mindful approaches such as body neutrality.

Therapists, dietitians, and other medical professionals will gain a deep understanding of body image disturbance and how that is different than body image distortion.

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Hi, I’m Tamie.

I understand how difficult it can be to live with a chronic medical condition. As someone who has faced similar challenges, I provide compassionate coaching and counseling for eating disorders, addiction, and chronic illnesses. It's common to feel overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, or even PTSD from prolonged health issues.

You are not alone; I am here to support you and guide you through these transitions, including surgeries, with care and understanding.

You can absolutely live a fulfilling life while managing a chronic medical condition. I'm here to support you on this journey. With my experience as a clinician and my own long-term sobriety, I understand the challenges you face and am here to help you navigate them with compassion.

You are not alone.

Motivational Speaking & Education

Tamie inspires clinicians, physical therapists, clients, families, and the community by sharing her personal and professional experiences.

She addresses important topics such as chronic illness, eating disorders, sports injury recovery, and the power of resilience.

Tamie is a professor teaching Eating Disorder Psychology - she loves to teach and mentor those who are interested in becoming professors.

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Coaching, Case Consultation & Counseling

Tamie is dedicated to working closely with treatment teams to ensure personalized care for clients navigating the challenges of chronic illness.

She provides compassionate peer case consultations and offers supportive coaching for individuals struggling with chronic health issues and eating disorders.

Additionally, Tamie is committed to helping families understand and cope with these challenges, fostering a holistic approach to treatment and well-being.

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Book & Press Inquiries

Tamie will customize her inspiring presentation and book reading for your audience, eager to forge a meaningful connection.

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