When I was in recovery from my eating disorder, my coach once told me, “You can’t think your way out of an eating disorder. You have to act your way out of it.” That advice really stayed with me. Therapy and professional nutritional support are important foundations for recovery. But it is very common to feel unsure about making changes. It is normal to set goals and make plans in a therapy session or with a dietitian. Yet, when the moment comes, it can feel incredibly hard to put those plans into action. Recovery does require changes in how you eat, how you move your body, and how you rest. Ultimately, it is about making changes in behaviour, which can feel overwhelming.
Even when someone truly wants their life to be different, it is often the process of taking action and making lasting changes in behaviour that feels most challenging.
One of the things that can make a real difference is having accountability. Eating disorder recovery coaching provides this support, having someone who checks in with you regularly, offers support and encouragement, and helps you stay on track with your goals can be a critical, but often overlooked, part of full recovery.
Holding Yourself Accountable is Difficult
Eating disorders are often a person’s main way of coping with stress, painful emotions, and hard situations. With anorexia, the disordered behaviors can even seem rational and in line with a person’s values. This is why it is very common to feel torn about recovery. Many people experience a constant push and pull between the eating disorder and getting better.
Much as they may want things to change and commit to goals and actions in a therapy session or with a dietitian it is often to then actually find it incredibly hard to actually make these changes when faced with them. Eating disorders thrive in isolating people from friends, family, and a support structure. It’s easy to make excuses to fall back into old patterns and listen to the eating disorder voice when you are alone. It’s a lot easier to stay on track when you have someone there to remind you what your goals are and to encourage you to keep going.
Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching Offers the Accountability and Support You Need
- Daily check-ins and supportive messages help you stay connected to your recovery plan. They provide encouragement and reassurance at every step.
- Weekly video coaching sessions give you a safe space to talk about your progress. You can explore challenges and plan your next steps together.
- You receive immediate feedback and encouragement, helping you feel supported and understood as you navigate recovery.
- Recovery can feel overwhelming at times, and having someone to offer emotional support can make all the difference when things get tough.
- Your coach will celebrate your wins with you, and gently help you find your footing again if you feel triggered or stumble along the way.
- Together, you and your coach can develop coping strategies that feel realistic and supportive for your unique situation.
- An eating disorder recovery coach can be a living example that full recovery is possible, and can hold hope for you on the days when it feels out of reach.
The Difference Accountability Makes
- Research has shown that having accountability and support makes it more likely that people will stick to their recovery plans.
- Accountability is not just about changing behaviors on the surface; it can also help you address the deeper issues that may be driving your eating disorder.
- With ongoing support, you can build greater self-awareness and confidence, making it possible to create lasting, positive changes in your life.
- This kind of support may reduce the risk of relapse and improve long-term outcomes for those in recovery.
Accountability Makes a Measurable Difference in Recovery
Many clients report feeling more empowered, confident, and committed to their health as a result of this support. Accountability can help you build healthy habits that last, supporting your recovery for the long term. Recovering from an eating disorder is incredibly difficult, but if you or a loved one is struggling, you don’t have to do it alone. Accountability from a qualified coach at Healthy Self Recovery can make all the difference in your journey to full recovery. Invest in the support and structure you need to reach your recovery goals.
Stay on Track and Build Lasting Change with Eating Disorder Recovery Coaching in England
Take the next step in your journey with eating disorder recovery coaching in England. Get the accountability and support you need to stay on track with your goals. Connect with Healthy Self Recovery today and start creating lasting, positive changes in your life. Follow these three simple steps to get started:
- Reach out to book a free discovery call
- Begin working with a compassionate British eating disorder recovery coach
- Start staying on track and creating lasting change!
Additional Services Offered at Healthy Self Recovery
At Healthy Self Recovery, I offer eating disorder recovery coaching in England to help you take action on your recovery goals and stay accountable. Together, we focus on making real changes in how you eat, move, and rest, while building confidence and trust in your body. My approach combines empathy, practical strategies, and lived experience to support you every step of the way.
In our sessions, we’ll explore the thoughts, emotions, and habits that often keep eating disorders in place. You’ll learn tools to respond to hunger cues, manage urges, and create coping strategies that feel realistic and sustainable. I also provide text-based support between sessions to keep you encouraged and accountable, and guided eating sessions when hands-on practice is needed. As a recovery coach I work closely with your care team to make sure your recovery feels connected and supported.
I work with clients online across England, the UK, and beyond, creating a personalized plan that strengthens your sense of self, fosters healthier habits, and helps you build a more peaceful relationship with food.
About The Author
Marianna Miles, CCIEDC 2061, is a Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach and a Registered Nutritionist (Dip ION). Drawing on her training at the Carolyn Costin Institute and her own journey through eating disorder recovery, Marianna provides compassionate, evidence-based support to clients in the UK and worldwide. Her work helps individuals reclaim their well-being, build confidence, and develop a healthier relationship with food.
