Dr. Susan Albers
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Susan Albers, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in eating issues, weight loss, body image concerns and mindfulness. She is the author of "50 Ways to Soothe Yourself Without Food," "Eating Mindfully," "Eat, Drink, and Be Mindful," and "Mindful Eating 101." Her work has been featured in O, the Oprah Magazine, Health, Self, Fitness, Family Circle, Natural Health and The Wall Street Journal, and on The Dr. Oz Show. Dr. Albers is also an AOL Diet & Fitness Coach.

Dr. Albers has researched and worked with a number of individuals struggling with eating disorders, body image and self-esteem issues. In addition to eating issues, she has experience treating mood problems, relationship issues and sexual concerns. Dr. Albers has been part of several multidisciplinary eating disorder treatment teams. Also, she is a member of the Academy of Eating Disorders and the American Psychological Association, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, and National Eating Disorders Association.

Susan’s website is www.eatingmindfully.com.

Blog Entries by Dr. Susan Albers

A Mindful Eating Marathon: You Are Invited!

(0) Comments | Posted May 2, 2012 | 4:09 PM

If you want to win something, run the 100m. If you want to experience something, run a marathon. -- Emil Zatopek

Welcome to the Mindful Eating Marathon. Starting May 1, you are invited to join this challenge: to be mindful for 26 days of everything you consume -- snacks,...

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The New Scoop on Calories From Two Eating Experts

(5) Comments | Posted April 25, 2012 | 4:15 PM

It is my pleasure to introduce you to new books recently published by two fascinating, well-respected eating experts -- Barbara Rolls and Marion Nestle (coauthored by Malden Nesheim).

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The Ultimate Volumetrics Diet

The Ultimate Volumetrics Diet, was written by Barbara Rolls...

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Learning About Binge Eating Disorder

(3) Comments | Posted April 5, 2012 | 3:42 PM

Do you want to know more about binge eating disorder? Professionals from all across the country recently met at a national convention to discuss research and treatment. I got the opportunity to interview Marsha Hudnall, the chairperson of the conference.

1) Marsha, you were the chairperson of the Binge...

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Emotional Intelligence 2.0: Learning the Art of Self-Awareness

(31) Comments | Posted March 27, 2012 | 10:33 AM

I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Travis Bradberry, coauthor of the bestselling book, Emotional Intelligence 2.0. The book is a fantastic, easy to read, skill-based book that gives you specific tips for raising your emotional intelligence. One of my areas of interest is mindfulness,...

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The Now Effect: A Must-Read New Book on Mindfulness

(1) Comments | Posted March 1, 2012 | 4:55 PM

It is my pleasure to introduce you to an excellent new book on mindfulness entitled The Now Effect. The book was written by the psychologist and author, Elisha Goldstein. I was already a fan of Dr. Goldstein's work. His first book, A Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Workbook, which was co-written by...

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The Oscars of Eating: 12 Superstars

(1) Comments | Posted February 24, 2012 | 4:07 PM

Do you love watching the Oscars? In honor of award season, I'd like to give 12 awards for the best, research, tools and media on healthy eating and body image.

1. I Saw It on... Award: It's no surprise to hear the phrase, "I heard about it on...

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The Surprising Benefits of Mindful Eating

(0) Comments | Posted February 13, 2012 | 1:31 PM

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Mindful eating is no longer a secret! If you checked out the New York Times article entitled "Mindful Eating as Food for Thought," it's likely that it left you "hungry" for more information on how to adopt this healthy,...

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10 Psychological Tricks for Eating Girl Scout Cookies Mindfully

(3) Comments | Posted February 1, 2012 | 3:25 PM

It's that time of year again for some of the best cookies on earth. How can you resist buying a box (or five) from your favorite schoolgirl? Let's face it. Those little cookies are hard to eat mindfully. Even the most conscientious eaters will admit to going a little overboard...

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Ooey Gooey Butter Cake, Paula Deen and Mindful Eating

(1) Comments | Posted January 25, 2012 | 9:20 AM

In October, I had the pleasure of giving a lecture on mindful eating at 92Y on the upper east side of New York City. When they announced who was speaking immediately after me, there was a bit of chuckle by the crowd. Paul Deen, "the queen of butter,"...

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5 Intriguing Facts About Intuitive Eating

(2) Comments | Posted January 19, 2012 | 12:58 PM

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I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Evelyn Tribole, one of the co-authors of Intuitive Eating. For professionals who work with eating issues, she is like a rock star. Evelyn and her co-author, Elyse Resch, were among the first authors to...

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Mindful Eating: 10 Ways To Eat Mindfully During The Holidays

(10) Comments | Posted December 11, 2011 | 10:18 AM

Do you get overwhelmed and irritated by all the dieting articles during the holidays? Most people do. This year, try a different approach. Mindful eating doesn't tell you what to eat and what not to eat. Instead, it is about eating the foods you enjoy in a new way. So...

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Freshman 15: Fact or Fiction?

(2) Comments | Posted November 4, 2011 | 10:18 AM

A recent study from Ohio State reconfirms that the freshman fifteen may actually be a "myth." Can you hear a collective sigh of relief from students all over the country? This study indicates that on average freshman women gain 3.1 and men approximately 3.5 lbs. A smaller percent,...

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4 Easy Ways to Talk Yourself Out of Overeating Halloween Candy

(7) Comments | Posted October 31, 2011 | 4:27 PM

Do your thoughts talk you into eating too much candy quicker than you can say the word boo? Faster than you can open up a candy wrapper? Even when you have the best intentions of cutting down on sweets, you may find yourself mindlessly indulging on candy bars and candy...

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Must-See New Movie and 10 Easy Tips to Boost Your Body Image

(2) Comments | Posted October 18, 2011 | 4:06 PM

Are you interested in helping women improve their body image and changing how women are depicted in the media? If so, here are ten easy things you can do to help!

1) Watch a new documentary, entitled Miss. Representation, by Jennifer Siebel Newsom. It will be released across the nation...

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How Long Does Chocolate Make You Feel Good?

(2) Comments | Posted October 11, 2011 | 1:07 PM

Ever have a stressful day and think to yourself, "A piece of chocolate would make me feel better"? In part, you may be onto something. Chocolate makes us feel good -- temporarily.

How long does chocolate soothe a bad mood? Only 3 minutes according to a study by...

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Their Weight

(2) Comments | Posted October 3, 2011 | 12:06 PM

Scale or Sex? Which one is harder to talk about with your kids? A recent survey called, "Raising Fit Kids" says it is the scale. The study found that being overweight is a more difficult topic for parents to talk to their teens about than drugs, alcohol, smoking...

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A Radically New Way to Enjoy Chocolate

(4) Comments | Posted September 26, 2011 | 4:06 PM

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Imagine for a moment that you are craving chocolate. White chocolate, dark chocolate, milk chocolate -- whatever you love. However, you promised yourself that you wouldn't overindulge in chocolate treats anymore. What do you do?

A) Tell yourself to STOP thinking about chocolate!

B)...

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A Snack to Help Reduce Comfort Eating

(68) Comments | Posted August 23, 2011 | 3:45 PM

With my clients, I talk a lot about what you can add to your menu rather than what you can subtract. This is a very different way of thinking about food and eating. Here is an example of one of those foods that you can include in your snacking repertoire....

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The Pistachio Effect

(2) Comments | Posted July 22, 2011 | 11:00 AM

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Do you love nuts but steer clear of them because you are afraid of eating too many? The good news is that you don't have to avoid them anymore. If you want to snack on nuts mindfully, your best bet may be to...

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Mindful Eating: How the MyPlate Icon Can Help

(4) Comments | Posted June 15, 2011 | 5:33 PM

Do you like the updated, radically different shape of the food pyramid? If you do, you aren't alone.

Overall, the new MyPlate icon appears to have received positive reviews from across the county. Although some people desire more specifics, the image has been applauded for the simplicity of its...

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