Alexis Conason Psy.D.

About

Alexis Conason, Psy.D. is a clinical psychologist in practice in New York City and the founder of The Anti-Diet Plan, a program to help people break-free from diet-culture and embrace a mindful, peaceful, and compassionate approach to eating. She specializes in the treatment of overeating, body image dissatisfaction, psychological issues related to bariatric surgery, and sexual functioning. She is frequently featured as an expert in the popular press in publications including Oprah Magazine, Elle Magazine, Teen Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Washington Post, the Huffington Post, and many more. She is also a speaker and consultant. FREE 5-Day The Anti-Diet Plan starter course available here.

Recent Posts

Do You Have to Fast to Be Faithful?

Fasting holidays can be tough for people in eating disorder recovery. Here's how to observe the holidays without compromising your recovery.

Should Weight Be a Factor in Diagnosing Anorexia Nervosa?

"Atypical anorexia" or "higher weight anorexia" is far more common than low-weight anorexia. Yet, people with AAN are less likely to get treatment. Is this weight bias?

What Does It Really Mean to Love Your Body?

We are often told to "love our body," yet this may feel impossible. But what if loving your body had nothing to do with what your body looked like?

Five Tips for Single People

This has been a particularly difficult year for single folks. Here are five tips to feel your best on Valentine's Day and beyond.

Congratulations, You Survived 2020!

Instead of focusing on becoming our "best selves" in 2021, let's celebrate the incredible ways we survived 2020.

Eating Disorders in Gender-Expansive Individuals

A new study is one of the first to examine eating disorders in gender-expansive populations. This is an important step in making eating disorder treatment more inclusive.

Eating Disorder Treatment May Be Failing Black Women

New research sheds light on bias in research and treatment.

You Are Enough

We live in a culture that convinces us we are broken. Self-compassion can help you see the truth more clearly—that you are enough.

Why Do We Say "Diet Culture" Instead of "the Patriarchy?"

When we talk about "diet culture," are we really talking about the patriarchy? If so, why don’t we just say so?

3 Ways to Improve Your Relationship With Food During COVID

Many are struggling with their relationship with food and body image during quarantine. Here are a few tips to help you through this difficult time.