Breaking Barriers: Embracing Authenticity in Eating Disorder Recovery with Lily Thrope, LCSW

In this episode of the Heart-Centered Therapist podcast, host Sindee Gozansky welcomes Lily Thrope, LCSW, the founder of Thrope Therapy in Manhattan.

 

Lily, a certified intuitive eating counselor, shares her expertise in supporting individuals with eating disorders, body image concerns, and related mental health issues. The conversation covers the role of community in recovery, Lily’s personal experience with an eating disorder, and her therapeutic approach.

 

She also highlights her innovative Recovery Supper Club, a supportive dining experience for individuals in eating disorder recovery. The episode offers valuable insights for therapists interested in working with eating disorders and provides encouragement for those unsure about seeking help for disordered eating.

 

00:00 Introduction to the Heart-Centered Therapist Podcast

00:15 Meet Lily: Founder of Thrope Therapy

02:01 Lily’s Journey to Becoming a Therapist

03:19 Discovering and Addressing Eating Disorders

04:42 Impactful Work at the Women’s Prison Association

07:46 The Power of Community and Connection

09:45 Lily’s Personal Recovery Journey

14:10 Building a Successful Group Practice

18:33 Promoting a Healthy Relationship with Food

24:41 The Mission and Vision of Thrope Therapy

28:11 Introduction to Recovery Supper Club

28:24 The Need for a Safe Space

29:49 Creating a Supportive Community

32:16 Expanding the Initiative

34:42 Therapist Training and Supervision

37:22 Using Technology in Therapy

45:39 Managing Therapist Burnout

48:31 Encouragement for Those Seeking Help

50:46 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

 

Connect with Lily:

thropetherapy.com

lily@thropetherapy.com

Instagram: @thropetherapylcsw

 

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