Episode 144: Understanding Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating with Sallye Clark
About this episode
Cynthia Yanof discusses eating disorders and disordered eating with licensed counselor Sallye Clark, exploring their underlying causes and the path to recovery.
Today’s show is an important one—and we’re covering a topic I’ve never brought on the podcast before. I sat down with Sallye Clark, a licensed counselor who specializes in eating disorders, to talk about something that touches so many families. We unpack the difference between eating disorders and disordered eating, and why that distinction matters. What struck me is how often this isn’t really about food at all—it’s about control, anxiety, perfectionism, and the deeper things going on underneath. Sallye does a beautiful job explaining the early signs that something might be off in a way that’s clear, practical, and easy to recognize. She also talks about the role shame plays in keeping people stuck, and why bringing things into the light is such a critical first step toward freedom. We also talk about how to approach someone you love if you’re concerned, and how to do that with wisdom and care. And for anyone listening who might feel a nudge that this could be something in your own life, there is real hope here. Recovery is possible, and help is available. This is a thoughtful, honest conversation—one that I think will stay with you. Connection Counseling All things Cynthia…
People in this episode
Host: Cynthia Yanof
Guest: Sallye Clark
Topics covered
- eating disorders
- disordered eating
- family
- mental health
- recovery
- shame
- control
Keywords
- eating disorders
- disordered eating
- mental health
- recovery
- shame
- control
- anxiety
- perfectionism
- family support
Sponsors
Time4Learning
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