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Queer, Trans & Gender Non-Conforming ED Support

In this weeks episode, Han is joined by H Coakley. H is a queer, non-binary registered nutritionist dietitian, who works with individuals with eating disorders and disordered eating. H works with folks from a range of identities and experiences, including queer, trans and gender non-conforming individuals.

.In this weeks episode, we discuss:

  • H's personal experience of an eating disorder and how this has led to their work as a dietitian with queer, trans, non-gender confirming, individuals with eating disorders or disordered eating.

  • The unique experiences that trans and non-gender conforming individuals may experience, and how this may contribute to an eating disorder including gender dysphoria and dysmorphia.

  • H's approach to unpacking an individual's unique experiences, and how to work through this to move away from an eating disorder and build new coping mechanisms that are more supportive.

  • H's experience of working with clients on hormonal replacement therapy, and how this has impacted clients.

  • The importance of developing alternative coping mechanisms, and understanding that just changing your body may not provide the relief from the eating disorder individuals expect.

  • How H's recovery aligns with their work as a dietitian.

  • How healthcare systems can work with trans, queer, and gender non-conforming clients to ensure their unique experiences are acknowledged and respected.

To find out more about H, you can find them on Instagram @pandowellness or visit their website https://www.pandowellness.org/.

You can also find out more about the FedUp Collective where H works to support trans+, intersex, and gender-diverse people who are experiencing eating disorders to get the support they require and deserve. You can find them on Instagram @fedupcollective or visit https://fedupcollective.org/.

Please note that this podcast episode discusses topics such as eating disorders, gender dysphoria and dysmorphia, and other topics that individuals may find difficult. Please tread lightly, check in with yourself, and remember that this podcast is not a replacement for therapeutic advice.

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