Truth in Love TIL 492: Eating Disorders Part 2 (feat. Hannah Carter)
Nov 18, 2024
Hannah Carter, an Executive Administrative Assistant to the Provost at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a seasoned counselor of over 13 years, dives deep into the complexities of eating disorders. She discusses how to identify the root of these issues and the importance of building trust in counseling relationships. The conversation also touches on using scripture and self-reflection for meaningful change, while highlighting a holistic approach that balances professional support and community involvement. Gardening serves as a metaphor for the slow but essential journey to healing.
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Seven Views To Diagnose Root Causes
- Understand seven diagnostic views to find roots: view of God, home life, friendships, life/reality, food, self/body image, and authority.
- Hannah uses these lenses to peel back beliefs driving eating behaviors rather than treating symptoms alone.
Authority Problems Reflect Spiritual Posture
- Authority issues often mirror spiritual posture: resistance to doctors or parents can indicate rebellion against God.
- Hannah assesses horizontal relationships to infer someone's view of vertical authority and obedience.
Internet Authority Can Undermine Counsel
- Cultural access to information (Google/AI) can make counselees trust online sources over authorities, dulling receptivity to instruction.
- Dale warns this generational dynamic amplifies deception and resistance to physician or parental guidance.