Embodiment: A Body Image Group

In this group, we explore individual narratives to “body image,” as well as the differences between body positivity, body neutrality, and HAES (Health At Every Size). We explore barriers to embodiment including socio-economic status, genetics, family/societal myths/beliefs, stigmas, trauma, consistent invalidation, sports, religion, not identifying with your body, body-shame, etc. We unpack cognitive distortions, learn skills in emotion regulation, and explore mindfulness & body movement as ways to connect with the body. We utilize ACT (Acceptance Commitment Therapy) to bring individualized values into creating new narratives about body image.