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Understanding Disordered Eating and Body Image - Mel Ciavucco

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · 11d

New blog post - an introduction to eating disorders, disordered eating, body image & weight stigma. This was inspired by a section I wrote for the book "A new Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy"
@tadffocus.bsky.social

More info here:
www.melciavucco.com/blog/underst...

Body image and disordered eating are complex issues, with psychological, biological, social and cultural influences. This blog explores eating and body image struggles – what these may entail, where t...

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · 16d

I'm delighted to be part of this important new book by Mamood Ahmad @tadffocus.bsky.social 🎉
I rarely saw disordered eating included in counselling books when I was training, even though eating/body image problems are so prevalent, so I'm very happy to have contributed this 🙏

An extract in the book titled Body Image and disordered eating by Mel Ciavucco

A copy of the book "A new Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy" on a pale blue chair

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · 23d

I'm delighted to have contributed to this book - a section on body image and disordered eating, plus a case study 👍

tadffocus.bsky.social @tadffocus.bsky.social · Jul 28

📚 🚀🔥 I'm incredibly honoured and relieved to finally share that my book, 𝗔 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 (𝗥𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝗸𝘀), is now officially available to pre-order/order! Also cover reveal below! 😄

🛒 Order here: lnkd.in/eNacWBpD

346: Triangulation and Trauma

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Sep 8

Surreal moment - hearing myself on the Counselling Tutor podcast! 🤯🎙️🎉

We discussed domestic abuse awareness - reflections on working with both survivors & perpetrators, coercive control, and understanding abuse through an intersectional lens.

counsellingtutor.com/triangulatio...

Triangulation and Trauma – Domestic Abuse Awareness - Why a Year of Skills Training Matters

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Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Sep 5

It's that time of year when I'll be inspired by Bake Off but attempt to bake something way more basic, and then still fail miserably.
#GBBO

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Sep 5

Just seen an advert for a weight loss company with a woman laughing about feeling like she "might never eat again" 😥
They're selling us eating disorders and they're not even hiding it now.

Prominent UK women tell rightwingers: stop linking immigration to sexual abuse

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Sep 3

“There is no evidence that people seeking refuge are more likely to commit acts of sexual violence."
Most perpetrators of sexual abuse are known to the victim.
This redirection is just being used to fuel anti-immigration narratives & racism.
www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2025...

Exclusive: Open letter says politicians are exploiting violence against women ‘to fuel hate and division’

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Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Aug 21

Not them making 3 whole episodes and not even mentioning disordered eating??? 🤦‍♀️
#FitforTV #BiggestLoser
www.melciavucco.com/blog/fit-for...

Fit for TV and The Biggest Loser: What the Documentary Left Out About Eating Disorders and Weight Stigma

There’s a new Netflix documentary called Fit for TV: The Reality Behind The Biggest Loser. Of course, I had to watch it straight away! Calling out the harms of the infamously mean show The Biggest Los...

Online Therapy for Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Aug 5

My latest blog explains how I work with people experiencing eating disorders and disordered eating using an integrative, collaborative and adaptable approach.

I currently have space for new clients online. Get in touch for a free 15-minute intro call.

www.melciavucco.com/blog/online-...

Mel Ciavucco - eating disorder specialist UK. My therapeutic approach to working with eating distress and eating disorders online in the UK. Disordered eating therapy online. Inclusive eating disorder...

What happens when you stop taking GLP-1 weight loss injections?

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 31

With the rise of weight loss injections, what happens when people want/need to stop them? My latest blog is about coming off weight loss jabs, weight gain, weight stigma & the risk of disordered eating. www.melciavucco.com/blog/what-ha...

Weight loss injections, sometimes known as GLP-1s or by their brand names such as Ozempic or Mounjaro, are big business right now. They’re available through the NHS with certain stipulations, but can ...

The Mitchell family deal with the devastating aftermath of an act of sexual abuse.

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 27

Unforgivable on BBC ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I was blown away by this unflinching, nuanced story. This feels like an important show, similar to Adolescence in how it portrays a stigmatised topic in a thought-provoking, compassionate, respectful way.
www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

BBC Two - Unforgivable

www.bbc.co.uk

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Dump The Scales @dumpthescales.bsky.social · Jul 27

Thank you @werahobhouse.bsky.social for speaking up about the dangers the rapid roll-out of weight loss jabs poses to individuals with eating disorders.

We want to see public health policies which don't demonise larger bodies or harm people with eating disorders.

What happens when you stop taking GLP-1 weight loss injections?

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 25

In my new blog, I explore the psychological and emotional impact of coming off weight loss injections - fear of weight gain, food noise, experiences of weight stigma, and risk of disordered eating.
www.melciavucco.com/blog/what-ha...
#ozempic #weightlossjabs

Weight loss injections, sometimes known as GLP-1s or by their brand names such as Ozempic or Mounjaro, are big business right now. They’re available through the NHS with certain stipulations, but can ...

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 18

I had a blast hosting Talking Tales last night! Thank goodness for my fabulous diva fan - it was sweltering 🥵
We had 16 brilliant readers - a real eclectic mix of short stories, poetry and spoken word. Fantastic! 🎉

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 16

Talking Tales is tomorrow! We've got a fab line-up of readers & performers. It's free entry, so come & listen to some brilliant stories, poetry & spoken word. There's even a chance of winning a highly prestigious Talking Tales badge!
7pm (doors 6.45pm) at The Robin Hood, Bristol

A dark blue Talking Tales badge on rainbow sequins

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Dump The Scales @dumpthescales.bsky.social · Jul 15

"I am watching this [expansion of weight loss jabs] as someone in recovery from both anorexia and bulimia, as well as an advocate for evidence-based research and an ally to those living in larger bodies.

It terrifies and saddens me."

New blog: ▶️ www.endeatingdisorders.org/post/from-wh...

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Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 9

Last chance to submit to Talking Tales! Short stories, poetry & spoken word (up to 7 mins) 🎤📖✍️
Submissions close on Friday. More info here:
www.christopherfielden.com/about/stokes...

#Bristol #writers #TalkingTales

Lewis Capaldi teams up with BetterHelp to give fans 734,000 hours of free online therapy

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 9

I did some digging as I wanted to find out exactly how people could get these free sessions if they need them. Turns out it's just a PR stunt - they're offering one month free for new sign-ups. BetterHelp are just a money-making machine.

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 8

I like Lewis Capaldi's openness about mental health but I wish he wasn't partnering with Better Help. They had to pay a $7.8 million settlement for sharing data & personal information. Their pay structure exploits therapists & is completely unethical. www.nme.com/news/music/l...

Capaldi took a break from the spotlight in 2023

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Lewis Capaldi teams up with BetterHelp to give fans 734,000 hours of free online therapy

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Dump The Scales @dumpthescales.bsky.social · Jul 9

💉Eating Disorders + Weight Loss Jabs:
Harm waiting to happen💉

We're concerned about the comments made by the Health Secretary around weight loss jabs, and the plans to widen access to them will harm people with eating disorders

Please sign our open letter to Wes Streeting today
shorturl.at/8XKGl

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Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 8

I like Lewis Capaldi's openness about mental health but I wish he wasn't partnering with Better Help. They had to pay a $7.8 million settlement for sharing data & personal information. Their pay structure exploits therapists & is completely unethical. www.nme.com/news/music/l...

Capaldi took a break from the spotlight in 2023

www.nme.com

Not Just “Picky Eaters”: The Reality of ARFID

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 5

It's #ARFIDAwarenessDay 📢
In this blog, I’m sharing a bit about what ARFID is, my own lived experience & reflections from my practice as an eating disorder therapist.
www.melciavucco.com/blog/not-jus...

Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is a lesser-known eating disorder. It can impact every part of life, from physical health to social interactions and self-esteem. In this blog, I’m sh...

Reposted by Mel Ciavucco

Christopher Fielden @christopherfielden.bsky.social · Jul 4

Submissions for Talking Tales 🗣️ #38 - an event taking place at The Robin Hood, St Michael's Hill, Bristol on 17th July - close soon! Please check out our latest email for all the details 😊 - mailchi.mp/1fa068e0c150...

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 4

YES! Exactly.

Mel Ciavucco @melciavucco.bsky.social · Jul 4

The idea weighing less gets you back to work is utterly ridiculous.