Ashley Cross Eating Disorders Service

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Ashley Cross Eating Disorders Service An Online Treatment and Assessments Service for Binge Eating Disorder, ADHD, Autism, ARFID, Anorexia and Bulimia.

Brought to you by Nicole Grilo - Psychological Therapist and Nutritionist - An Eating Disorder Specialist

“Why am I so tired all the time?” 🤍 Restrictive eating, such as with ARFID, can affect energy and mood, and it isn’t alw...
05/11/2026

“Why am I so tired all the time?” 🤍 Restrictive eating, such as with ARFID, can affect energy and mood, and it isn’t always psychological.

• A narrow range of foods can mean missing some nutrients
• Common ones to check include vitamin D, B12 and vitamin C
• Ask your GP about a blood test, rather than guessing

Tiredness is worth taking seriously. A blood test can help you and your GP see the full picture.

What’s one question you’d take to your GP? Share below 👇

🎥 Watch the video on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/
đź“ž Book a free 30-minute enquiry call: https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

You don’t have to do this alone. 🤍It’s common to think “it’s not serious enough” or “I should cope on my own”. But eatin...
03/11/2026

You don’t have to do this alone. 🤍

It’s common to think “it’s not serious enough” or “I should cope on my own”. But eating disorders thrive in secrecy, and reaching out helps loosen their hold.

Asking for help isn’t weakness. It’s one of the bravest steps in recovery.

Who is one person you could talk to? 👇

đź“– Read the full blog post: https://www.aceds.co.uk/reaching-out-for-help-eating-disorder/
đź“ž Book a free 30-minute enquiry call: https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

02/11/2026

When clients don’t believe change is possible — here’s what happens next

In this short, Nathalie talks about what therapy looks like when hope feels out of reach.

Not believing change is possible doesn’t mean therapy can’t help. In fact, it’s something therapists expect — and know how to work with. When belief is low, therapy focuses less on outcomes and more on understanding, safety, and small, meaningful steps.

You don’t have to feel hopeful.
You don’t have to see the end point.
You just have to keep showing up.

Over time, belief often grows inside the process — not before it.

If this resonates and you’re thinking about support, even with doubts, you’re very welcome to book a 30-minute enquiry call here:

👉 https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

🎥 Watch the full conversation with Nathalie on YouTube:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/?sub_confirmation=1

Sometimes therapy holds the hope until you’re ready to carry it yourself.

ARFID is more than picky eating. 🤍 It can affect work lunches, school meals and family events, and bring isolation, anxi...
29/10/2026

ARFID is more than picky eating. 🤍 It can affect work lunches, school meals and family events, and bring isolation, anxiety and shame with it.

• Shared meals can become something to avoid
• Anxiety and shame often travel with ARFID
• Compassionate, evidence-informed support helps

Understanding the full picture is where good support begins.

Where have you seen ARFID misread as picky eating? Share below 👇

🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/
đź“ž Book a free 30-minute enquiry call: https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

Ever feel like you’ve taken one step forward, then two steps back? 🤍Setbacks are a normal part of eating disorder recove...
27/10/2026

Ever feel like you’ve taken one step forward, then two steps back? 🤍

Setbacks are a normal part of eating disorder recovery. They don’t erase your progress, and they don’t mean you’ve failed.

What helps: being kind to yourself, noticing what was going on, and reaching out for support early.

What helps you get back on track? Share below 👇

đź“– Read the full blog post: https://www.aceds.co.uk/setbacks-eating-disorder-recovery/
đź“ž Book a free 30-minute enquiry call: https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

“Was it always this hard to eat?” 🤍 It’s a question many people with ARFID ask themselves. Today’s video looks at what A...
22/10/2026

“Was it always this hard to eat?” 🤍 It’s a question many people with ARFID ask themselves. Today’s video looks at what ARFID can involve.

• Avoiding foods that feel unsafe
• Sensory sensitivities, or a fear of choking
• Ripple effects on everyday life

ARFID isn’t a choice, and nobody is broken or to blame. If you’d like to understand it step by step, our ARFID Stage One course is a gentle place to start.

What do you wish people understood about ARFID? Share below 👇

🎥 Watch the full video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/
🎓 Explore the ARFID Stage One course: https://aceds-online.thinkific.com/bundles/arfid-stage-one-program
đź“ž Book a free 30-minute enquiry call: https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

Perfectionism and eating disorders often go hand in hand. 🤍“I have to eat perfectly.” “One slip and the day is ruined.” ...
20/10/2026

Perfectionism and eating disorders often go hand in hand. 🤍

“I have to eat perfectly.” “One slip and the day is ruined.” These rules can feel like safety, but over time they keep you stuck.

Recovery isn’t about getting it right. It’s about building flexibility, one small step at a time, with support.

What’s one rule you’d like to loosen? Share below 👇

đź“– Read the full blog post: https://www.aceds.co.uk/how-does-perfectionism-fuel-eating-disorders/
đź“ž Book a free 30-minute enquiry call: https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

19/10/2026

Why Physical Health Checks Are Crucial in Eating Disorder Nutrition Therapy

When people think about eating disorder support, the focus is often on food and behaviour — but physical health plays an important role too. In this conversation, Milda and I talk about why physical health checks are a key part of nutrition therapy, and how they help ensure support is safe, appropriate, and truly personalised.

We explore how eating difficulties can affect the body in ways that aren’t always obvious, and why understanding what’s happening physically can guide decisions around nutrition, pacing, and levels of support. Milda explains how health checks aren’t about judgement or control, but about building a clearer picture of someone’s needs so care can be tailored thoughtfully.

We also talk about common fears around medical monitoring — worries about being judged, pressured, or told what to do — and why these checks are used to support recovery rather than police it. This conversation aims to bring clarity and reassurance to a topic that can feel intimidating or misunderstood.

If you’re considering nutrition support and want to understand how physical health fits into the process, this conversation offers a grounded explanation of why safety and care matter alongside compassion and flexibility.

If you’d like to explore support in a way that feels manageable for you, you can find us here:

🌿 Website: https://aceds.co.uk
🎥 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/?sub_confirmation=1
đź“ž Free enquiry call: https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

12/10/2026

What therapists actually do to build family & community support in recovery

In this short, Jackie talks about the wider role therapists play in recovery — beyond individual sessions.

Recovery doesn’t happen in isolation. Therapists often help clients explore how family, carers, and wider community support can become part of the healing process — in ways that feel safe, respectful, and realistic.

This might include:
• helping families understand eating disorders more clearly
• supporting better communication and boundaries
• reducing shame, blame, and misunderstanding
• strengthening support outside the therapy room

From a trauma-informed perspective, building community isn’t about pressure or control — it’s about connection, safety, and shared understanding.

When the right people are supported too, recovery becomes more sustainable.

If this resonates and you’re curious about therapy that considers the whole system — not just the individual — you’re very welcome to book a 30-minute enquiry call here:

👉 https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

🎥 Watch Jackie’s full conversation on YouTube:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/?sub_confirmation=1

Recovery is stronger when no one has to do it alone.

05/10/2026

What makes clients feel connected and supported during therapy

In this short, Nathalie reflects on what helps people feel truly supported in therapy — beyond techniques or frameworks.

Feeling connected often comes from being listened to without judgement, having your experiences taken seriously, and knowing your therapist is alongside you rather than ahead of you. It’s about collaboration, consistency, and being met with compassion — especially on the harder days.

Support in therapy isn’t about having everything figured out.
It’s about feeling safe enough to show up as you are.
And knowing you don’t have to carry things alone.

If this resonates and you’re thinking about exploring therapy, you’re very welcome to book a 30-minute enquiry call here:

👉 https://calendly.com/aceds/30min

🎥 Watch the full conversation with Nathalie on YouTube:
👉 https://www.youtube.com/?sub_confirmation=1

Connection is often where healing begins.

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