Christ-Centered Somatic Eating Disorder Treatment with Tracy Brown
When you first hear the phrase “somatic treatment,” maybe you raise your eyebrow. But then you find yourself getting curious. Is this something that’s Christ-centered? Is God ok with this kind of approach?
The short answer… yes. And for the full answer (complete with scripture), we have trauma-informed dietitian Tracy Brown joining us again on the podcast!
This conversation was inspired by a listener who reached out to ask if we’d have Tracy back on the show. (We love hearing from you! More on that in a bit.)
If you find you’re wired to run treatment options or trending topics through that Jesus lens, this is for you! In this episode, Tracy shares what the “Triune Human” concept is all about, how to use our Jesus-led wisdom and discernment, and if it’s possible to find a Christ-centered, faith-based, and somatic-based treatment option for eating disorder recovery.
In this episode, we cover:
What is meant by “somatic-based treatment”
What the “triune human” is all about
What can make recovery easier
If it’s possible to pair Christ-centered and somatic-based treatments
Common fears Christians may have about somatic work
How to use Jesus-led wisdom and discernment with treatment options
An overview of external (5) and internal senses (3)
How a somatic-based, trauma-informed dietitian can be supportive during recovery
Why ignoring or overriding body cues (like hunger) gives us a feeling of safety
Ways to notice the enemy sneaking into marketing messages
Ways the Holy Spirit speaks through the body, not just the mind & emotions
Practical things to do to reconnect with the Lord in moments of struggle
Jesus honored the body. And He’s inviting you to live fully integrated! We hope you found hope and inspiration in this conversation.
“If we don't work with our bodies in this process, if we just stay in our heads, we don't feel safe in our bodies. If we get too reactive to whatever our bodies were doing, we get led by that versus the Spirit.” -Tracy Brown
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More About Tracy Brown, RD, LD/N
Tracy Brown is a trauma-informed somatic nutrition therapist, eating disorder dietitian, stress recovery coach, and nutrition counseling skills teacher. She walks beside people who want to heal their relationship with food and weight and feel safer and less stressed in their bodies. Her testimony of recovery from eating disorders, trauma, and the new age is meant to bring glory to God's mercy and Grace. Since 2006, she has guided many people, both 1-on-1 and in groups, in healing from disordered eating and chronic dieting, many of whom also have other stress-related conditions. Tracy also provides trauma-informed and body image training and supervision to health professionals.
Links & Mentioned Resources
Tracy Brown’s Tools for Regulation
Mentioned Scriptures
1 Thessalonians 5:23
Related Episodes:
Episode 35: Reclaim Christ-Centered Agency Over Your Body
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CHRIST-CENTERED RESOURCES TO HELP YOU FIND FREEDOM
The Daily Vitamin eDevo: A free devotional with bite-sized truth emailed 5 days a week
Community Groups: Find connection with Bible study and prayer groups
Christian Treatment Finder: Connecting you with Christian providers experienced in treating eating issues.
Lasting Freedom Online Course: A Christ-centered, non-diet course to work through false beliefs about food and weight so you can live free from disordered eating and body image issues.
CREDITS:
Interlude music by “Hotham” – Morning Thoughts
Intro music by “MokkaMusic” – Old Jeans (Funk)
Wrap-up music by Jesse Quinn – Christian Instrumental
Production & Editing by Leah Bryant Co
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The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or prescribe a particular course of action. If you have, or suspect you may have, an eating disorder, please consult your healthcare provider. If you desire to receive faith-based care, visit ChristianTreatmentFinder.com to browse professionals with a Kingdom campaign against eating disorders.
