root + radiate psychology inc.

root + radiate psychology inc. At root + radiate psychology, we provide excellent and research-based psychological care to children, adolescents and their families.

Our goal is to empower and provide guidance, enabling families to strengthen and thrive.

Food guilt doesn’t come from nowhere. It’s something we’re taught.Messages about “good” and “bad” foods, “earning” treat...
11/15/2025

Food guilt doesn’t come from nowhere. It’s something we’re taught.

Messages about “good” and “bad” foods, “earning” treats, or needing to “burn off” meals create shame around one of the most natural human needs: nourishment.
Healing your relationship with food isn’t about perfect eating. Rather, it’s about trusting your body again.

That might mean challenging the urge to overthink every bite, noticing the voices that call you “good” or “bad” for what you eat, and gently replacing guilt with curiosity.

Therapy can help you explore where these beliefs came from and begin to make peace with eating again without rules, judgment, or restriction.

At root + radiate psychology, Amanda Poelzer supports clients in navigating disordered eating, self-esteem, and body image concerns through a gentle, collaborative approach that helps them reconnect with their bodies and values.

✨ Book your appointment with Amanda today using the link in our bio!

Disordered eating doesn’t always look like what you’d expect and it can affect anyone, at any size.It might look like:🍽️...
11/12/2025

Disordered eating doesn’t always look like what you’d expect and it can affect anyone, at any size.

It might look like:
🍽️ Skipping meals to save calories
💭 Feeling guilty after eating certain foods
⚖️ Overexercising to “make up” for eating
🥗 Labeling foods as “good” or “bad”

These patterns often come from fear, shame, or a need for control, not from a lack of willpower. Therapy can help you understand why food feels so loaded, and begin to rebuild trust in your body.

At root + radiate, Amanda Poelzer supports clients in navigating disordered eating, self-esteem, and body image concerns through a gentle, collaborative approach that helps them reconnect with their bodies and values.

Book your appointment with Amanda today using the link in our bio!

Not all disordered eating meets the criteria for an eating disorder — but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth addressing. D...
11/08/2025

Not all disordered eating meets the criteria for an eating disorder — but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth addressing. Disordered eating refers to ongoing, harmful patterns with food, exercise, or body image — like skipping meals, obsessing over calories, or feeling guilt after eating. Eating disorders are clinical diagnoses that often come with severe physical, emotional, and psychological effects.

You don’t have to wait until things feel “bad enough” to deserve help. Early support can prevent those patterns from deepening.

At root + radiate, Amanda Poelzer supports clients in navigating disordered eating, self-esteem, and body image concerns through a gentle, collaborative approach that helps them reconnect with their bodies and values.

Book your appointment with Amanda today using the link in our bio!

For many parents, it’s hard to tell when a child’s eating habits become something more concerning.You might notice your ...
11/05/2025

For many parents, it’s hard to tell when a child’s eating habits become something more concerning.

You might notice your child skipping meals, avoiding family dinners, or becoming increasingly anxious around food and wonder if it’s “just a phase.” Sometimes, these behaviours fall under disordered eating rather than a diagnosed eating disorder, but that doesn’t make them any less serious. Early support can make a tremendous difference in helping your child rebuild trust with food and their body before the patterns deepen. Therapy offers a safe space for both children and parents to understand what’s happening beneath the surface and how to support healing together.

At root + radiate, Amanda Poelzer supports clients in navigating disordered eating, self-esteem, and body image concerns through a gentle, collaborative approach that helps them reconnect with their bodies and values.

Book your appointment with Amanda today using the link in our bio!

Children learn more from what we do than from what we say. Every action, every choice we make as parents shapes their un...
10/01/2025

Children learn more from what we do than from what we say. Every action, every choice we make as parents shapes their understanding of kindness, resilience, and love. Let’s lead by example, not just words, to inspire the values we hope to see in them.

Did you know your body makes happiness chemicals that help you feel good? Let’s meet the 4 happiness hormones!1️⃣ Dopami...
09/27/2025

Did you know your body makes happiness chemicals that help you feel good? Let’s meet the 4 happiness hormones!

1️⃣ Dopamine: The reward hormone—it makes you feel proud when you achieve something! 🏆
2️⃣ Serotonin: The mood booster—it helps you feel calm and happy. 🌞
3️⃣ Oxytocin: The love hormone—it makes you feel safe and loved when you hug someone. 🤗
4️⃣ Endorphins: The feel-good hormones—they help you feel happy and relaxed, especially after moving or laughing! 😆

Your body is amazing at creating happiness! Which one sounds the coolest to you? Let us know!

Sometimes kids just need a reset! 🌈 Brain breaks help them recharge, refocus, and feel ready to tackle their next task.H...
09/24/2025

Sometimes kids just need a reset! 🌈 Brain breaks help them recharge, refocus, and feel ready to tackle their next task.

Here are some ideas you can try:
✨ Short movement bursts like jumping jacks or a quick dance party.
✨ A few deep breaths or mindfulness exercises.
✨ Creative activities like doodling or building something small.
✨ A quick walk or some time outside in the fresh air.

Brain breaks don’t just boost focus—they make learning fun! 💡 What’s your go-to activity to give your child a breather? Share below!

The way a caregiver responds in a child’s most challenging moments becomes the way that child learns to respond to thems...
09/20/2025

The way a caregiver responds in a child’s most challenging moments becomes the way that child learns to respond to themselves.

When a child is met with frustration, they often grow up rushing through emotions, feeling as though they are too much or not enough. But when they are met with patience when they hear“It’s okay, I’ve got you” they begin to internalize safety, compassion, and worthiness.

These moments don’t just shape behavior. They shape self-talk, self-regulation, and long-term emotional resilience.

Long after a caregiver’s arms can no longer catch them, that voice stays with them.

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Transitions, like shifting from summer to fall routines, can be tough. Start small. Reintroduce bedtime routines or morn...
09/17/2025

Transitions, like shifting from summer to fall routines, can be tough. Start small. Reintroduce bedtime routines or morning checklists early to ease the shift.

Repeating affirmations with your child helps build confidence and self-compassion, especially during challenges.
09/10/2025

Repeating affirmations with your child helps build confidence and self-compassion, especially during challenges.

Conflict between siblings is normal. Focus on teaching problem-solving skills instead of ‘fixing’ every argument. Kids l...
09/03/2025

Conflict between siblings is normal. Focus on teaching problem-solving skills instead of ‘fixing’ every argument. Kids learn a lot from negotiating boundaries with siblings.

Back-to-school season can bring excitement, but also big feelings like anxiety or nervousness. Remind your child it’s ok...
08/30/2025

Back-to-school season can bring excitement, but also big feelings like anxiety or nervousness. Remind your child it’s okay to feel both! A little validation goes a long way in helping kids feel secure and confident.

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