#26 What No One Talks About: Disordered Eating, Fertility and Body Image with Francesca Emma

In this powerful conversation of the There Qi Goes Podcast, Therapist Francesca Emma, LMHC, joins us to unpack the emotional complexity that lives at the intersection of fertility struggles, disordered eating, and body image. We dive into how these issues often stem from trauma, anxiety, and a wounded sense of self-worth—and how healing is absolutely possible.Whether you're in the throes of trying to conceive, navigating recovery, or simply trying to be kinder to yourself, this episode will leave you feeling seen, supported, and empowered to take the next step toward healing.

Themes: The difference between feeling uncomfortable and masking deeper emotions

Why “my body is not doing what it’s supposed to” is a cultural story—not a truth

The importance of reconnecting mind and body through emotional attunement

How disordered eating often serves as a coping tool for unprocessed trauma

The importance of grace, not perfection, during fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum

Reality testing: separating body image fears from actual truths

Permission to seek higher-level care—because support is strength, not weakness

Connect with Katherine Rohland:

✨ /https://www.instagram.com/Katherine_Rohland

✨ / www.ManhattanMedicineWoman.com

Connect with Francesca Emma:

🩶 / https://www.francescaemmalmhc.com/

🩶 / https://www.instagram.com/francescaemmalmhc/

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Guest Bio:

Francesca Emma, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in body image, anxiety, and maternal mental health. She works with women through all stages of life—but especially during transitions like fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum—helping them feel grounded, supported, and more connected to themselves. Her work blends clinical therapy with real-life tools to support emotional wellness in a sustainable, compassionate way.