Your Body Is Not Your Masterpiece: Shannon Ricks

Lift and Make Lighter

Lift and Make Lighter
Your Body Is Not Your Masterpiece: Shannon Ricks
Mar 26, 2026 Season 2 Episode 9
LÉVO - Assess the Body. Lift the Mind.

Andrea Beckstrom PMHNP and Shannon Ricks LMFT sit down to discuss the world of eating disorders and some misinterpretations and potential harms that can happen due to misinformation and misunderstanding. Shannon is a eating disorder specialist and CEO of Modern Eve, a disruptive and unruly mental health company based around eating disorders and trauma work. She is fantastic and her unique experience brings added expertise to a field that many know very little about. Shannon and Andrea speak on shared experience, unrealistic expectations, and harmful practices that can move individuals into unhealthy relationships with food. We cannot thank Shannon enough for being on!

The Lift and Make Lighter podcast is presented by, LÉVO, a mind care company specializing in comprehensive mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. Our approach includes personalized plans that may involve therapy, responsible medication management, and additional tools to help navigate a path to better mental health. 
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