94. The Athlete’s Dilemma: Recovery, Identity, and the Drive to Compete with Lacey Vogel, LMHC

For many athletes, sport is more than a passion—it’s a core part of identity. So how do we approach recovery when stepping away isn’t always realistic—or desired? This episode dives into the complexities of treating eating disorders in athletes, offering a compassionate, flexible framework that honors both recovery and the athlete’s goals.   In this episode, we explore the nuanced reality of treating athletes with eating disorders with Lacey Vogel. She shares clinical and personal insights into the intersection of performance, identity, and healing. Lacey provides a nuanced and compassionate perspective of the positive impact sports can have on someone, while bringing real-world strategies for balancing recovery with continued participation in sport.   If you or someone you care about is an athlete in recovery, this episode will make your recovery journey a little more hopeful.   If you enjoy our show, please rate, review, subscribe, and tell your friends and colleagues!   Interested in being a guest on *All Bodies. All Foods.?* Email [podcast@renfrewcenter.com](mailto:podcast@renfrewcenter.com) for a chance to be featured.   *All Bodies. All Foods.* is a podcast by The Renfrew Center. Visit us at: https://renfrewcenter.com/