The Balanced Practice

The Balanced Practice The Balanced Practice is a multidisciplinary team specialized in eating disorder recovery across ON thoughts, beliefs, feelings).

The Balanced Practice was created to fill in the gap between nutrition, psychology & overall health! We believe you can't address nutrition without the whole psychological aspect (e.g. Can you imagine not having any negative thoughts towards food? Not overthinking everything about what you ate or what you are about to eat? Knowing exactly what to eat to have the most energy throughout the day without the downs and cravings? Having more mental focus and energy to spend on the things that truly matter to you? We are committed to helping women heal their relationship with food and fuel their bodies for optimal health & maximize energy so they can live up to their full potential. The Balanced Practice offers:
-Individualized Nutrition Counselling
-Online Group Programs to learn at own pace and finally stop dieting and start living! GET MORE INFO: www.thebalancedpractice.com/services

Note to self: Hard days don’t equal failure. 📝Hard days are simply part of our human experience (whether you have an ED ...
12/19/2025

Note to self: Hard days don’t equal failure. 📝

Hard days are simply part of our human experience (whether you have an ED or not). We can’t avoid them, we just learn to ride the wave!

In recovery, we expect the ups and downs...

Some days, the win is trying something that scares you.

Some days, it’s eating regularly even when you’re overwhelmed.

Some days, it’s setting a boundary with a loved one

And some days, the win is simply making it through the day.

All of those days matter.
All of those days count.
All of those days are part of your journey. 💜

Holidays can be hard, and it doesn’t mean that you are failing.

If you want a team to support you in navigating the hard, we got you!

Here’s how .balanced.practice can help
💜 1:1 Therapy Services
💜 1:1 Nutrition Counselling
💜 Family Support Program for Eating Disorder Care

6 ways to support yourself when recovery feels hard 💜⬇️Recovery includes moments that feel unexpectedly heavy. These exp...
12/17/2025

6 ways to support yourself when recovery feels hard 💜⬇️

Recovery includes moments that feel unexpectedly heavy. These experiences reflect the reality of healing in a world still shaped by diet culture, food rules, and body expectations.

Here are 6 evidence-informed ways to support yourself during these tough moments:

1️⃣ Set boundaries around food and body talk.
Comments about “good vs bad foods,” diets, weight, or appearance can activate old patterns quickly. Redirect the conversation, set the boundary, or step away. Protecting your mental space is a meaningful recovery skill.

2️⃣ Normalize the overwhelm and use your support tools.
Feeling overwhelmed at a meal is common in recovery. Name it: “I’m overwhelmed, and that’s okay.” This feeling means you’re doing something hard and not failing.
Reach for your meal-support tools to help regulate and stay grounded.

3️⃣ Name and challenge post-meal guilt.
Guilt around eating is a learned response, not a sign you did something wrong. Acknowledge the feeling and gently remind yourself: “My body needed this. Nourishment is safe.” This helps build new, supportive patterns over time.

4️⃣ Take regulation breaks during social overwhelm.
Large gatherings come with noise, expectations, and sensory load. Stepping out for a breath or taking a quiet moment helps your body reset.

5️⃣ Eat even when hunger cues are quiet.
When cues have been suppressed or inconsistent for a long time, they can go silent. Eating regularly helps rebuild internal signals and provides the structure your brain and body need to feel safe.

6️⃣ Allow yourself to be honest, not ‘fine’ for others.
You don’t need to perform wellness or pretend the moment is easier than it is. Showing up authentically, even with discomfort, supports recovery more than masking it ever could.

If you need guidance or support, our team is here.💜

How .balanced.practice can help:
• 1:1 Nutrition Counselling
• 1:1 Therapy
• Family Support for ED Recovery

👩‍💻 thebalancedpractice.com
📧 info@thebalancedpractice.com
📞 613-695-0306 x1

Gentle reminders for today (and any day you need them) 💜 ⬇️Sometimes the simplest reminders are the ones we forget first...
12/15/2025

Gentle reminders for today (and any day you need them) 💜 ⬇️

Sometimes the simplest reminders are the ones we forget first, especially in recovery.

Here are 4 you can look to whenever things feel heavy or unclear:

1️⃣ I am worthy of love and care.
Your worth isn’t something you earn. It’s inherent. Your needs matter.

2️⃣ Progress over perfection.
Recovery is built on consistency, not flawless days. Small, steady steps count.

3️⃣ Be kind to myself.
Self-compassion strengthens recovery. Criticism doesn’t create change; care does.

4️⃣ It’s okay to ask for support.
You’re not meant to do this alone. Reaching out is a strength, not a setback.

These reminders don’t dismiss the hard moments, they simply offer a softer place to land. 💜

If you’re needing more support, our team .balanced.practice is here.

✨ 1:1 Nutrition Counselling
✨ 1:1 Therapy
✨ Family Support for ED Recovery

Book a free connection call today!

Happy Birthday Natalia! 🎉Wishing you an amazing day and year ahead. 💛 ♐️
12/13/2025

Happy Birthday Natalia! 🎉

Wishing you an amazing day and year ahead. 💛

♐️

4 things you can do to create a recovery friendly holiday season 💜🎄The holidays can bring joy and added stress especiall...
12/10/2025

4 things you can do to create a recovery friendly holiday season 💜🎄

The holidays can bring joy and added stress especially for those navigating eating disorder recovery and the loved ones supporting them.

Here are 4 gentle, evidence-informed practices that can make this season feel a little safer and more supportive:

1️⃣ Avoid food talk
Comments like “good vs bad,” “clean,” or “healthy vs unhealthy” may seem harmless, but they add shame and confusion around eating especially during holiday meals. All foods belong. Your loved one deserves to build a plate without judgment or pressure. 💜

2️⃣ Stay consistent with eating
Holiday schedules can be unpredictable, but regular meals and snacks still matter. Keeping structure helps regulate hunger cues, reduce ED noise, and support the nervous system.

3️⃣ Avoid negative body talk
Comments about weight, shape, or New Year’s resolutions to shrink… let’s keep those out of the room entirely. Even body-focused compliments can reinforce ED thoughts. Focus on who the person is, not how they look.

4️⃣ Create intentional connection time
Not every moment needs to revolve around food. Plan shared activities, a board game, a cozy movie, a craft, listening to music, anything that brings warmth and connection. Quality time helps shift the focus away from food and reminds your loved one they’re more than their struggle.

🎄 Remember: Eating disorders don’t pause for the holidays.

If you or your loved one needs extra support, we’re here. 💜

How .balanced.practice can help
• 1:1 Nutrition Counselling
• 1:1 Therapy
• Family Support for ED Recovery

👩‍💻 thebalancedpractice.com
📧 info@thebalancedpractice.com

📞 613-696-0306 x1

🎉 Happy Birthday Kat 🎉Wishing you a fantastic year ahead! 🥳 ♐️♐️♐️
12/03/2025

🎉 Happy Birthday Kat 🎉

Wishing you a fantastic year ahead! 🥳

♐️♐️♐️

What are the warning signs of Eating Disorders❓Not all warning show up in the same way. However, early detection of eati...
12/03/2025

What are the warning signs of Eating Disorders❓

Not all warning show up in the same way. However, early detection of eating disorders significantly impacts treatment trajectory and recovery outcomes.

🌱 At The Balanced Practice, we use a food, body, mind approach to support our clients through their recovery.

If you relate to these, you are not alone.
Our providers at TBP are here to support you in healing your relationship with food and your body

Ready to get started? Here’s how .balanced.practice can help 👇

1️⃣ 1:1 Psychotherapy

2️⃣ 1:1 Nutrition Counselling

3️⃣ Family Support Program for Eating Disorder Care

Link in bio to book a free connection call

Introducing: The Power Of AND ✨ Did you know that more than 1 thing can be true at once? Recovery is full of dichotomies...
11/28/2025

Introducing: The Power Of AND ✨
 
Did you know that more than 1 thing can be true at once?
 
Recovery is full of dichotomies and opposite thoughts. Parts of you may really want to recover, while other parts cannot imagine a life without ED.
 
That is normal.
 
You can want to heal and still be scared. You can be proud of your progress and wish you were further along.
 
Two things can be true at once and learning to hold space for all parts of your experience is part of recovery!
 
The one truth we know FOR SURE is that you deserve support. 💜
 
Go to the link in our bio to see how we can help! 👆🏻
 
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International Men’s Day was this week, and we want to take a moment to shine a light on a truth that’s too often overloo...
11/21/2025

International Men’s Day was this week, and we want to take a moment to shine a light on a truth that’s too often overlooked ⬇️

Men experience eating disorders too and far more often than most people realize.

In fact, 1 in 4 people with an eating disorder identify as male.‼️

And yet, so many men stay silent because of stigma, stereotypes, and the false beliefs that society often fuels.

But here’s the truth:
Eating disorders don’t discriminate against gender. Support, compassion, and recovery shouldn’t either. 💜

At The Balanced Practice, we’re committed to creating treatment spaces where men and all individuals feel seen, understood, and respected. Our team provides weight-inclusive, trauma-informed, judgment-free care that honours each person’s lived experience because everyone deserves support that feels safe.

If you or someone you love has been struggling, you’re not alone. Help exists, and recovery is possible. 💜

🌱 Our services:
• 1:1 Nutrition Counselling
• 1:1 Therapy
• Family Support Program (Starting November 26th)

Reach out to our support team today for a free 15 minute connection call! 📞

Challenging Weight Stigma in ED Recovery 💜Here at TBP, we see every day how weight stigma shows up in healthcare, in fam...
11/20/2025

Challenging Weight Stigma in ED Recovery 💜

Here at TBP, we see every day how weight stigma shows up in healthcare, in families, and in our clients’ lived experiences and unfortunately we’re deeply familiar with the harm it can cause.

This month, our team reviewed Aubrey Gordon’s “You Just Need to Lose Weight and 19 Other Myths About Fat People”.📚

This PD gave us space to reflect on the weight-based myths still so present in our society today and the real impact they have on recovery, safety, and wellbeing.

Professional development like this isn’t just a checkbox ✅. It’s how we stay connected, reflective, and grounded in the care we believe in:

✨ weight-inclusive
✨ trauma-informed
✨ collaborative
✨ client-centred

Our goal remains the same: to create a space where all bodies are welcome, clients feel safe to heal, and recovery isn’t shaped by stigma. 💜

If you’re navigating recovery and looking for support, our team is here 💌.

We offer:
• 1:1 Nutrition Counselling
• 1:1 Therapy
• Family Support for Eating Disorder Recovery

Book a connection call through the link in our bio 📲.

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💜 Family Support Program is back (and better)!For parents, partners &caregivers supporting someone living with an ED, th...
11/18/2025

💜 Family Support Program is back (and better)!

For parents, partners &caregivers supporting someone living with an ED, this was created for you.

❓What is the Family Support Program?
Great question! It is a safe, compassionate space where parents, partners, and loved ones learn practical, evidence-based ways to show up in recovery. It combines self-paced online modules with weekly live calls for real-time support from eating-disorder experts.

Our goal is simple: reduce time in recovery and improve outcomes for all of our clients.👏

And we know that when families support their loved ones effectively and safely, recovery becomes easier.

What’s included?
1️⃣Weekly live calls (50 minutes | Wednesdays at 12:00 PM ET): Learn directly from our specialized therapists and dietitians. You can pre-submit questions. Replays available within 24 hours.
2️⃣Resource Library: Bite-size modules, worksheets, and all call replays so you can learn at your own pace.
3️⃣Community Support: Connect with others who truly get it. You’re not alone in this.

You’ll leave with clarity, confidence, and tools that help both you and your loved one feel safer and more supported.

We officially start the week of November 26!
😎Early Bonus: you can join today for early access to the course and start feeling more confident right away.

👉 Learn more & register: healed.thinkific.com/courses/family (link in bio)



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Work with The Balanced Practice:
1:1 Nutrition Counselling • 1:1 Therapy • Family Support for Eating Disorder Recovery

Ever notice how diet culture gets quiet when you start questioning the rules it taught you? 🤨That’s because the more you...
11/16/2025

Ever notice how diet culture gets quiet when you start questioning the rules it taught you? 🤨

That’s because the more you understand what actually supports your wellbeing, the less power those old messages have. 💜

At The Balanced Practice, we want people to know the kinds of things diet culture would prefer you didn’t realize. The things that help you build trust with your body, step away from shame, and make room for a life that isn’t ruled by numbers.

💜 Recovery isn’t about perfection or control; it’s about prioritizing yourself, honouring your needs, and learning that you were never the problem in the first place.



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Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
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Meet Marie-Pier

Marie-Pier always had a passion to teach and help others. She started her journey in psychology, graduating with B.Sc. Psychology and continued her studies in nutrition to become a Registered Dietitian.​

Her interest to help others heal their relationship with food and their bodies came from her own struggles. After graduating from her first bachelor's, Marie-Pier develop an eating disorder. She is no stranger to fearing foods, feeling out of control and hating her body. After battling her ED for several years, Marie-Pier recovered and found her new passion... help others heal their relationship with food and their bodies, so they too can start living freely.

During recovery journey, Marie-Pier found that there was a huge gap between nutrition counselling and psychology.

​Marie-Pier started her private practice to fill this gap. Since then, Marie-Pier has helped hundreds of women give up dieting and finally make peace with food and their bodies.​