Body Matters Podcast10 Jan 2023

The Thin Ideal Vs The Healthy Self with Therapist Nicola

On this week’s episode I am thrilled to be introducing our next special guest and one of BodyMatters very own therapists Nicola Dillenbeck. Nicola is a provisional psychologist currently completing her Masters in Professional Psychology at Macquarie University. Nicola has worked in the mental health sector for the last 8 years across a range of different sectors. With particular experience working with the LGBTQIA+ population. Most notably supporting clients with range of mental health concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, crisis care, eating disorders and drug & alcohol misuse.

On this week’s episode I am delighted to be speaking about the topic of ‘The Thin ideal vs the Healthy self’ as there is now a lot of academic literature on this topic. This is where Nicola is able to unpack the cognitive dissonance between societies ideals and the internal need to care for ourselves. Where Nicola is very passionate about unpacking the consequences of negative ideals, body image, eating disorders and broader mental health concerns. Nicola will also be speaking about the Body Image group therapy sessions done here at BodyMatters. Enjoy!

Podcast Summary:

1. Striving for the healthiest version of you in all areas of life

2. Living your life in alignment with your true values

3. Letting go of having one ideal body type

4. The Body Project at BodyMatters

5. Building up more of a positive body image

Links from the episode:

BodyMatters Australasia Website: https://bodymatters.com.au/

BodyMatters Instagram: bodymattersau

Butterfly Foundation Helpline: Call their National Helpline on 1800 33 4673. You can also chat online or email

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