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Navigating Holiday Eating: A Root Cause Group Workshop
A four-session workshop with personalized guidance, group discussions, and practical tools to help you navigate holiday eating with confidence and ease.
Understand the root of your eating patterns.
Manage holiday eating without guilt or shame.
Enjoy the holidays while staying in control of your food choices.
Feeling spooked by the abundance of Halloween treats in your home? Nervous about the holiday season ahead?
You’re not alone. Whether you managed to stick to your goals through Halloween or found yourself in the grip of a candy coma, the real challenge is just beginning—holiday eating season. And let’s be real—most of us are caught between indulging in holiday joy and battling the stress that comes with managing our food intake.
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Why Holiday Eating Feels So Hard
Ah, the holidays—‘tis the season for joy, laughter, and…endless trays of cookies staring you down like a holiday showdown. For many, binge eating during holidays feels like stepping into a minefield of temptation, family comments, and food guilt. You’ve got stress from social events, pressure to “just enjoy yourself,” and, of course, those unsolicited opinions about what’s on your plate. Throw in your internal tug-of-war between indulging and sticking to your goals, and it’s no wonder you’re feeling out of control. Holiday eating is tough because it’s not just about the food—it’s wrapped up in emotions, expectations, and, let’s face it—a whole lot of stress.
This year, you don’t have to face it alone.
If you find yourself:
- Trying to stick to strict food rules but end up feeling deprived.
- Managing difficult emotions like guilt, shame, or embarrassment after a binge-eating holidays episode.
- Facing comments from others about your weight or eating habits, which only adds to the stress.
Or if every holiday season brings the same thoughts of:
- "I always feel like I have no control over my cravings during the holidays."
- "Why do I end up feeling guilty after every holiday meal?"
- "I just want to enjoy the holidays without constantly stressing about food."
For many, the holidays and eating disorders seem to go hand in hand, intensifying feelings of anxiety and loss of control around food.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
Our December Root Cause Workshop can help you uncover the root of your eating patterns so you can not only survive the holidays but enjoy them without guilt, shame, or anxiety.
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Root Cause Workshop: Get to the Bottom of Your Holiday Eating Struggles
This December, join our Root Cause Workshop to unlock the psychological reasons behind your eating habits and create a game plan for navigating the holidays with more ease, joy, and control.
Our workshop will guide you through:
Understanding Your Relationship With Food
Setting Realistic Goals
Managing Your Emotions
Handling Tough Conversations
Life-Changing Insights
Set clear goals for the holidays
These goals are designed to balance your weight management and your emotional well-being.
Learn from someone
who’s been there
Our lead therapist has lost 100 pounds and kept it off for 12 years. They understand the challenges firsthand and will guide you with empathy and expertise.
Create a plan to manage emotions
Learn to manage feelings of guilt and shame so you can enjoy your holiday meals without feeling overwhelmed or out of control.
Navigating Holiday Eating: A Root Cause Group Workshop
Why This Workshop is the Perfect Gift to Yourself
More Enjoyment of the Holidays
By addressing the root causes of your food struggles, you’ll be able to relax and savor the season without the usual stress and anxiety.
Less Guilt and Shame
You’ll learn how to manage difficult emotions around food, making it easier to enjoy what you eat without the baggage.
Set Yourself Up for Success
This workshop isn’t just about surviving the holidays; it’s about creating a plan for eating and weight success that works for the long haul.
Therapy for weight management, eating disorders*, and food addiction issues – minus the shame, embarrassment, or fear—online sessions across Ontario. Serving downtown Toronto in-person or online.
Who we are
Why Work With Aliva Psychotherapy
Issues with food and body are serious. At Aliva, the first thing we do is just listen because few people truly understand eating issues, including other therapists. Our therapy is approachable, affable and effective. It may even put a smile on your face.
At Aliva Psychotherapy, we don’t give “tips”; we dive deep to uncover the psychological barriers preventing you from seeing results. From fear to procrastination, we’ve seen it all, and we’re here to help you laugh, cry, and work your way through the toughest food challenges.
If you’ve hit your lowest point with your struggles, or are sick and tired of endless cycles, we offer compassionate guidance and support. Let’s turn your past attempts into valuable lessons, and make this time different together.
We would like to show you how therapy with Aliva can be the most powerful, fun experience you’ve ever had.
Aliva was founded by Brian Baumal, RP, after he permanently lost 100 pounds and recovered from exercise bulimia and binge eating. He’s now Chair of the Sugar and Food Addiction Professionals Network and has been featured on The Food Junkies Podcast and The Kick Sugar Coach Podcast. Danielle Watson, RP joined the team grounded in her own recovery.
Every therapist who works here has done their own recovery with food, weight, or body. That’s the foundation under everything that happens in session.
Navigating Holiday Eating: A Root Cause Group Workshop
Common Questions About Holiday Eating
How can I limit my holiday eating?
Why do I eat the way I do during the holidays?
Can’t I just have peace around food during the holidays?
How do I manage people’s comments about my weight?
How long will it take to feel better?
Have more questions?
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Imagine a Holiday Without Food Stress
- You’re enjoying your favourite holiday dishes without feeling the need to binge.
- You’re setting boundaries with your family around comments about your weight or food choices.
- You’re feeling more in control of your eating habits and your emotions while still indulging in holiday joy.
Gain more control and more enjoyment over the holidays.
Ready To Make This Your Best Holiday Season Yet?
Secure your spot now!
The workshop begins in late November, and spots are filling fast. Don’t wait until it’s too late—register today and give yourself the tools to navigate holiday eating with confidence.
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How To Get Started
Take the first step toward living freely as you. Get started with Aliva Psychotherapy in Toronto.
Please email, call us, or send an inquiry via our contact form to request an appointment. We will be in touch within 24 business hours.
Have a question before booking? Send us a message below.
Navigating Holiday Eating:
A Root Cause Group Workshop
Aliva Psychotherapy
You deserve to enjoy the holidays without a side of guilt.
