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Healing the Anorexic Mindset and Experiencing Pleasure in Life Again with Amy Margolis, LCSW
This week on the podcast I had a licensed clinical therapist, Amy Margolis, share her own story of recovery from anorexia and perfectionism + how she now helps her clients do the same.
She talks about the “anorexic mindset” and how it extends far beyond food.
If you’re someone who’s struggling with anxiety, guilt, or feeling out of control around food AND…
➡️ You always feel like you need to be doing MORE…
➡️ You need to do a million things to EARN something pleasurable (whether that be rest, food, or a shopping spree)…
➡️ You’re highly disciplined and it’s brought you success but you’re not able to actually ENJOY the fruits of your labor because you can’t relax and take a break…
…this episode is going to help you.
Phone Use: Healthy or Compulsive?
5 steps to get your phone use under control.
Do you feel compelled to post a picture of your food when you dine out?
Do you find yourself busy recording your child’s concert instead of fully enjoying it?
Do you click on your ex when you’re disillusioned with your current partner?
Do you experience FOMO when you don’t check Instagram every day?
If so, you are not alone.
Eating Disorders – Best Tools to beat them, with Amy Margolis, LCSW
“On the Pulse” takes you on a captivating journey into the lives of extraordinary individuals, providing an intimate glimpse into the person behind their public persona.
In each episode, I meet with renowned authors, visionary entrepreneurs, and esteemed VIPs from the entertainment and music industries, uncovering the genuine essence of who they truly are beyond the official “who is who”.
Eating Disorders – Best Tools to beat them, with Amy Margolis, LCSW
Energy Stew- Did you get the memo that you’re okay?
It’s been a long road for women to come into their power and there’s still work to do. There’s so much conditioning in a patriarchal society for women to find their own power and believe in themselves. If they only had the memo that they could rise above their struggles when they were making unhappy choices.
Amy Margolis has written those memos in her book “Here’s the Memo, A Life Guide For Women”.
It’s a wonderful wisdom collection of transformative ideas to enhance their authentic selves.
Tune in to hear Amy discuss this wonderful book and her engaging ideas.
Star Style: Nutrition, Here’s the Memo, Expired
Elle Russ chats with Amy Margolis, LCSW, a licensed therapist and the co-clinical director of Santa Monica Counseling. She works with individuals and couples and runs groups for clients healing from eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and related issues. Outside the clinical world, Amy is a Meisner and Groundlings-trained actor, who has focused primarily on voice-over work. She has worked for Nickelodeon, Netflix, and Disney, and on many commercials, podcasts, and video games. Mostly, Amy loves being a momma! She is married to Hank, and together they have three children, a dog, and a cat. You can follow Amy on Instagram @heres_the_memo, reach out to her on her website AmyMargolislcsw.com, or email her directly at amy@heresthememo.com
Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine.
“Inner Voice: A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan Zeine.” In this episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine chats with Amy Margolis, LCSW, a licensed therapist and co-clinical director of Santa Monica Counseling. Amy works with individuals and couples and runs groups for clients seeking healing in eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and related issues. She also supervises ASWs and AMFTs in gaining their clinical hours. Amy is a Meisner and Groundlings trained actor outside the clinical world, focusing primarily on voice-over work. She has worked for Nickelodeon, Netflix, Disney Junior and on many commercials, podcasts, and video games.
Star Style: Nutrition, Here’s the Memo, Expired
What are the secrets to a healthy lifestyle and what are the myths that could be holding you back? Amy Margolis’s book, Here’s the Memo! is Amy’s love letter to all women. Cynthia Brian interviews Amy on how her book will help them let go of their internalized patriarchal deprivation mindset, successfully navigate the many chapters of their lives, and live with more self-love, freedom, happiness, and personal power! Are you someone who tosses out cheese, eggs, or milk when the date expires?
How to Find a Couples Therapist Who’s Right For You—And Make the Most of Every Session
Relationships are multi-dimensional. Whether you’ve been with your partner(s) for a few months or a few decades, chances are you’ve gotten to this point in your relationship by tending to each other’s needs and maintaining a healthy line of communication. But the demands of everyday life—juggling your career, family, and other responsibilities—can create tension and, at times, lead to a communication breakdown. If you find that you and your partner are arguing more frequently, or you’re starting to notice red flags in your relationship, you might consider seeking couples therapy. Wondering how to find a couples therapist who’s right for you?
KFI Featured Segment: Amy Margolis, LCSW
Dr. Wendy Walsh speaks with Amy about her new book “Here’s the Memo!
Amy Margolis, LCSW, is a licensed therapist and co-clinical director of Santa Monica Counseling. She works with individuals and couples and runs a group for clients healing from eating disorders, addictions, anxiety, depression, and related issues. She is telling us all about her new book, Here’s the Memo! A Life Guide for Women.
How to Move on and Heal After Heartbreak (Podcast)
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Self-Improvement & Your Critter Brain That Gets in the Way
by Amy McLaughlin-Margolis | Nov 20, 2020 | Expert Advice, Guest Writers
To borrow a phrase from 12 step programs, self-improvement is “Progress, Not Perfection.” And this is not because we are weak, willful or “just the way we are.” It is because we have these great brains that:
1. Want to help us change.
2. Remember everything.
3. And, inherently do everything in their power to protect us.
How does this get in the way of change or slow it down?
We have all heard words like “sabotage,” “backlash,” and in addiction circles, “relapse.” These phenomena occur when you have become aware of old negative thinking or behavioral patterns, have let them go, have started feeling better, and then BAM! Something happens, and in spite of yourself, you “pick up” the old behavior or thinking. Why?
