In this episode of the Black Health 365 podcast, Britt and Jackie begin with part 1 of their special series titled "What We Aren't Talking Enough About in the Black Community." They discuss the topic of diet culture in the Black community and are joined by Dr. Ebony Butler, a licensed psychologist and food relationship strategist. Dr. Ebony discusses the impact of diet culture on the Black community and provides insights on how to address it. This is an informative and enlightening episode is a must-listen for everyone who wants to learn more about the effects of diet culture.
Dr. Ebony believes in a collaborative approach to help clients achieve their goals. She believes that clients are the experts in their own lives, and by blending their areas of expertise together, they can help the client reach their desired goals. Dr. Ebony is passionate about helping women survivors thrive in trauma recovery and feel confident in their bodies and lives. She has helped clients work through a variety of issues related to PTSD, depression, anxiety, identity, body image, and other stress responses. She specializes in guiding women to develop skills that increase their effectiveness in self-care and intra/interpersonal interactions, including communication and assertiveness.
Dr. Ebony is particularly interested in issues that impact marginalized communities, including minority women and LGBT individuals. As a Food Relationship Expert, she helps women establish healthier relationships with food and their bodies by addressing ineffective behaviors, habits, and beliefs around food in her coaching business.