The Eating Disorder and Body Image Toolbox - by Deanna Smith (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Food and body image issues show up in therapy all the time--so why are effective tools so hard to find?

The Eating Disorder and Body Image Toolbox changes that. Designed for both new and seasoned clinicians, this hands-on guide is packed with practical, evidence-based interventions you can use right away.

Inside, you'll find over 100 weight-inclusive, ready-to-use interventions grounded in CBT, DBT, and exposure therapy that target a wide range of concerns, including:

• Eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, bingeing, orthorexia, ARFID, pica) and disordered eating
• Core challenges like anxiety, shame, perfectionism, and self-criticism
• Body image struggles, body checking behaviors, and compulsive exercise
• Social and cultural dynamics, like diet culture, weight stigma, and social media

Divided into four easy-to-navigate sections (core knowledge, general interventions, disorder-specific tools, and body image work), this toolbox gives you the foundation you need to support individualized, recovery-oriented care. Think of it as your companion to reshape your clients' relationships with food and their bodies--starting right now.

About the Author

Deanna Smith, LCSW, CED, CEDS-C, has devoted her career to treating eating disorders, OCD, and anxiety. On top of her mental health practice at Center for Growth in Idaho, she is a public speaker, workshop facilitator, and university-level educator.