The Silent Struggle with the Self: Unpacking Body Dysmorphia (1/2)

In this deeply honest episode, we sit down with Bayanne Elkhatib, LPC Associate at The Texas Therapist, to explore the often silent struggle of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) among Muslim women. We talk about the unique ways BDD shows up in our communities—how cultural expectations and family dynamics can complicate our relationship with our bodies. From navigating beauty standards across different cultures to dealing with the quiet shame that often surrounds appearance-related anxiety, this ...