Trauma-informed nutrition care at Relinquish recognises that food, eating, and body experiences are often shaped by past experiences, harm, or systems that have not felt safe or respectful.
Support is grounded in choice, consent, and collaboration. Care is paced gently, with a focus on reducing distress and supporting nourishment in ways that feel manageable and protective of your wellbeing.
This support may be helpful if:
previous healthcare or nutrition experiences felt unsafe or invalidating
conversations about food or body are overwhelming or triggering
you feel disconnected from hunger, fullness, or appetite cues
progress with food feels complex, stuck, or non-linear
you want nutrition support that prioritises safety and autonomy
You do not need to identify with a specific diagnosis or label to access trauma-informed care.
A trauma-informed approach acknowledges that behaviours around food often make sense in the context of past experiences.
Rather than asking “what’s wrong?”, care is guided by curiosity and respect for what your body has needed to do to stay safe.
Support focuses on:
creating a sense of safety within sessions
working with your nervous system, not against it
offering choice and control at every step
moving at a pace that feels supportive rather than overwhelming
There is no expectation to push through discomfort or retraumatise yourself for progress.
Depending on your needs, trauma-informed nutrition care may involve:
gently exploring food experiences and patterns
supporting consistent nourishment without pressure
rebuilding trust with your body over time
reducing shame or self-blame around eating
adapting support as your needs and capacity change
Care is flexible and responsive, recognising that safety and readiness can fluctuate.
Trauma-informed nutrition care at Relinquish does not involve:
forcing behaviour change before you feel ready
rigid plans or rules imposed without consent
weight-focused goals or body measurements
judgement, pressure, or “pushing through”
assuming readiness or motivation
You remain in control of decisions about your body, food, and care at all times.