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Eating Disorder Spotlight: Stories, Providers & Resources

Eating Disorder Spotlight: Stories, Providers & Resources

De: Caise Rode McHale MSSA LISW-S
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You Don't Have to Suffer in Shame & Silence!
Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders are Everywhere!
I'm Caise & I specialize in capturing recovery stories, provider support &
innovative recovery talk!
I am honored to help, and sometimes hold hope,
for my clients on their individual paths.
I hope this podcast helps you find a similar outlet to start healing.

I have over 70 podcasts that include mental health and eating disorder focused interviews, providers of care as well as education and strategies for recovery!

I am a specialized therapist with training from The Ohio State University, Case Western Reserve University and currently in private practice at The Hull Institute in Cleveland, Ohio. I talk the talk, do the work and am fervent about advocacy, education and inspiring recovery!

Thanks for listening! Caise Rode McHale MSSA, LISW-S
Find Me: caiserodemchale.com
Reach Me: therapistcaise@gmail.com
Follow Me: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & YouTube


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Episodios
  • Radical Acceptance: Pain doesn't have to be Suffering!

    Radical Acceptance: Pain doesn't have to be Suffering!
    Apr 13 2026
    Don't Suffer even when you're in Pain!
    From the First Responder Series:
    Radical Acceptance, a skill taught in Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, helps to not turn pain (which is inevitable) into suffering. Learn how to begin practicing this skill and how it can help to find more peace and begin a process for change. Practicing radical acceptance in small, everyday moments can significantly enhance your resilience and emotional clarity in high-stakes situations. Remember, acceptance is an active, ongoing skill that grows with consistent practice.
    In this episode:
    • Definition and core principles of radical acceptance How radical acceptance reduces suffering and increases resilience
    • Practical examples: driving delays, job promotions, handling difficult people The importance of understanding that radical acceptance is a skill that requires ongoing practice
    • How to implement small, manageable steps to cultivate acceptance daily
    • The influence of personal and professional stressors on our ability to accept
    • Strategies for staying grounded during crises, including body relaxation techniques
    • The role of expectations and "riding the wave" of life's ups and downs
    • The connection between radical acceptance and long-term relationship and leadership success
    • How mindfulness of basic needs (sleep, hydration, nutrition) supports emotional regulation

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    Timestamps:
    (00:00) - Introduction to radical acceptance and its significance in trauma response
    (02:00) - How radical acceptance compares to and overlaps with other mindfulness skills
    (01:08) - Defining radical acceptance: Accepting things exactly as they are
    (02:29) - Common misconceptions: Acceptance doesn’t mean approval or giving up
    (03:47) - Pain is inevitable; radical acceptance prevents suffering
    (04:41) - Accepting others for who they are, not how we wish they were
    (06:14) - The importance of understanding differing truths in conflicts
    (08:25 )- Recognizing behavior as purposeful and understanding its causes
    (09:52) - Applying acceptance to setbacks like promotions or job frustrations
    (10:21) - Handling the emotional reactions to life's unpredictability
    (12:29) - Specific challenges faced by first responders and how radical acceptance applies
    (14:42) - Managing the frustration of non-emergencies and mundane calls
    (16:19) - Manifesting expectations and prepping mentally for unpredictable situations
    (17:20) - Practical steps: practicing acceptance in small moments (e.g., driving delays)
    (19:40) - The importance of regulating emotional responses before attempting acceptance
    (22:08) - Repeating acceptance isn’t final; it’s a continuous process
    (25:30) - Meeting basic needs as foundation for emotional resilience
    (27:17) - How acceptance is a prerequisite for effective change
    (28:58) - Letting go to influence outcomes without resistance
    (29:46) - The ongoing journey: striving for progress, not perfection
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    Resources & Links:
    Radical Acceptance by Tara Burch
    https://a.co/d/0d6N1XUO

    DBT Explained
    https://behavioraltech.org/dialectical-behavior-therapy-dbt/

    Mindfulness Techniques
    https://www.mindful.org/

    Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise

    Find Me: therapistcaise.com
    Reach Me: therapistcaise@gmail.com
    Follow Me: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube

    "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!"

    For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.

    Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.
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    29 m
  • ADHD & ED: "I thrived in the chaos until I didn't" w/Allie V.

    ADHD & ED: "I thrived in the chaos until I didn't" w/Allie V.
    Mar 26 2026
    ADHD impacts Eating Disorder recovery with impulsivity & the lure of Chaos! Allie V. Allie V. has long rich, mental health and eating disorder recovery. After a lifetime of therapy, meds, hospitalizations and residential care settings, she lands after challenges more softly with insight and self-awareness. She shares the truths about complications in long term recovery including finding a new community and grappling with previously undiagnosed ADHD and the resulting mood volatility, impulsivity and lack of motivation that it can bring. Allie doesn't sugar coat how tough even being in recovery can be & how there are good days and bad days, disordered voices that surface regularly and constant attention to staying balanced in what she has learned. A sober, honest and inspiring look into recovery at many stages.

    Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise

    Find Me: therapistcaise.com
    Reach Me: therapistcaise@gmail.com
    Follow Me: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube

    "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!"

    For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.

    Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.
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    58 m
  • Fire Families: How PTSD & Treatment Impacts the Family - w/Shannon Shea

    Fire Families: How PTSD & Treatment Impacts the Family - w/Shannon Shea
    Mar 26 2026
    "It's tough to see your father figure, your super-hero in a fragile state."
    Firefighter families can struggle with the impact of PTSD & how it impacts their loved one. In this episode, Shannon Shea shows empathy, understanding & respect for her firefighter father's mental health journey from hiding his emotions to a long stay in inpatient residential treatment at the center of excellence. She explores the pain, the passion and gifts of recovery that have helped her family "grow in the discomfort of their experiences!"
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    Resources:
    Speak Easy First Responder Outpatient Therapy
    https://www.santoreandassociates.com/

    IAFF Center of Excellence - Rehab & Treatment for Fire Fighters https://www.iaffrecoverycenter.com/

    Bluecoats
    https://www.bluecoatsinc.org/

    OAPFF – Ohio Association of Professional Firefighters
    https://oapff.org/
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    Corinne & Caise host this unique podcast focusing exclusively on First Responder stories, challenges, needs and resources for the WHOLE person and their families.

    Hosts: Corinne Santore, LISW-S, LICDC
    Caise Rode McHale, MSSA, LISW-S
    Contact:
    web: https://therapistcaise.wixsite.com/first-responder-well
    email: firstresponderwell@gmail.com
    social: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Facebook, Spotify, Apple

    "Wellness Starts with the Whole Person"

    Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise

    Find Me: therapistcaise.com
    Reach Me: therapistcaise@gmail.com
    Follow Me: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube

    "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!"

    For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741.

    Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.
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    42 m
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