I had been living more or less unconsciously with a restrictive eating disorder since I was 18 (I am now 54). I counted calories, let go, joined weight loss programs. At one point I met the criteria for atypical anorexia. For long periods I was very thin.

I was completely desperate when I sought out Camilla. The realization that I had had anorexia forced me to take the step – as hard as I had driven myself in the eating disorder. So I was fully committed on my side, which was incredibly tough and absolutely necessary.

Camilla's willingness to discuss all possible perspectives – the holistic and solution-focused – while still having the courage to stay with me in all the difficult parts, has meant a great deal. The most helpful thing was putting into words how it feels when I am restrictive or when I let go – that it feels tied up regardless – and that the opposite of restriction is not what I want, but instead: calm.

The most important thing I take with me is learning to check in and trust that. I feel good now. I keep going every day. I will not abandon myself again.

— Amanda, 54

Before I started working with Camilla, I was constantly dissatisfied. Thoughts like "I should exercise more and eat healthier" spun around non-stop. I wasn't struggling with one specific behavior; I probably did everything, but with a guilty conscience. I couldn't stop myself from eating "unhealthily," but I didn't enjoy what I ate very much either. What kept me stuck was the fear that if I started eating according to my desires and without discipline, I would gain a lot of weight.

Camilla is the best coach and therapist I have had, and I have been through many. Her broad, up-to-date knowledge of the nervous system, anxiety, and trauma has meant a great deal, as has her grounded approach to intuitive eating. Something that surprised me was how quickly we got to what was really at the core of the problem.

Today I feel more mature and more confident about dating again. Many people walk around with a skewed relationship with their body, constant shame and guilt about what they "should do" but can't manage. Now I am proud of my round stomach and plan to show it off this bikini season. Life is too short to hate your body, and Camilla is a fantastic support for getting out of those thought patterns.

— Cecilia, 43

I have truly felt seen by Camilla, who always made the coaching about exactly me. She has been completely present in every conversation: supportive, attentive, and empathetic. I was able to laugh, cry, and question all under her skilled guidance. She held a structure for me while following wherever I needed to go. Having Camilla as a partner has been life-changing; it was absolutely necessary to lean on her competence during this process.

I made contact with a childhood memory I didn’t know was affecting me so much. By analyzing it, I learned to see it from the outside rather than letting it influence my lifestyle choices. I also discovered how my body was physically tensing every time we discussed food. Because of this, I could concretely change my body language and begin eating in a relaxed way — a real aha-moment. No food is forbidden, and thinking about food no longer consumes my energy. My body is amazing; I can finally feel it, not just say it. I carry with me a new way of living: happy, relaxed, and self-compassionate.

— Hanna, 40

I struggled with my relationship with food and my body for 15 years. Even after hospital treatment, there was always a fear of letting go of control; the eating disorder rippled into my self-image and my relationships. At the core, I didn’t believe in myself. I felt that if I could address this and give myself the love I deserve, it would help me on every level.

Camilla has a gentleness that suits me well. Having someone who listens without judgment made me feel truly understood. She provided a basic structure to lean on when the urge to control was high, which was valuable. My binge eating has dropped from several times a month to once in the last half-year. What helped was allowing myself to eat without controlling the outcome and embracing the fear with love. A year later, it was healing to meet myself even through weight gain: I am still the same person. This process has sent ripples elsewhere in my life: I dared to leave an unhealthy relationship, spoke my truth to my parents, and have attracted healthy relationships with people who care about who I am, not what I look like.

— Rebecca, 31

Before working with Camilla, I felt lost and didn't know what "normal" eating felt like. I remember asking for a strategy for a restaurant visit; she simply said to order what I felt like and eat it. It was wonderful to hear someone explain what a natural reality could look like. I had a tense relationship with my body and struggled with basic care, like swimming with my children or wearing clothes I liked. I avoided being in photos or exercising because I didn't know how to do it without wanting to change my body.

The support from Camilla was 10/10. She alternates theory with practice and has enormous knowledge. She is like a safe, humorous owl on a branch, ready to calmly receive. My great insight is that I haven't actually had a problem with food; I had just shut down to my body's needs for 75% of my life. I even resigned from my job to start my own business. I’ve gotten all that time back: the hours of ruminating, meal prepping, and diet books. I didn't think it was possible to live this free.

— Ylva, 44

Camilla genuinely cares. We came further in 10 digital sessions than I believed possible. The most rewarding thing was hearing that I never need to restrict or control my food again; that gave me a relief that is hard to describe. Insights into the nervous system and how I used food for comfort were vital.

I eat differently now, without restriction. I increasingly see my body as "just a body" that lets me do things I enjoy. The awareness of how I act when my nervous system is stressed has helped in other areas, like work. I tell myself often how free and happy I am not to be carrying those chains anymore.

— Josefine, 38

Diets and body shame had been a part of my identity, and I thought about food practically all the time. Camilla's forgiving and understanding attitude means you dare to open up, and she coaxes open old locked doors. She is an incredibly wise person who has not only helped me achieve food freedom but has also helped me handle difficult situations in everyday life.

All food that I feel like eating is good for me. If I happen to eat a little too much one day, I trust my body to regulate that the next day. Now I barely think about food at all; instead, I have started to wonder who I actually am and what I want from my life.

— Märta, 55

Having Camilla as a partner has been a great source of security and was decisive in my healing process. Our conversations were a safe space where I could be fully myself and show vulnerability. I was able to open up about things I previously felt great shame about. I found it very helpful to learn how to handle my body anxiety. Now I know there will still be days when things feel tough, but I can stay in the feelings and feel safe knowing they will pass.

I am kinder and more understanding toward myself and feel much happier, more energetic, and more secure. The most important thing I take with me is to be kind to myself, and the realization that I never want to spend time or energy on dieting again.

— Freja, 23

Camilla validated me and my feelings, which allowed me to talk about things I previously felt such shame about. It has led to me daring to talk with others about my body and eating, and being able to receive support in my process toward making peace. I appreciate that she treats me as an equal and could share her own experiences without shifting the focus. I also appreciate how she incorporates the spiritual aspect of life.

I have been seen as a whole person, which has been incredibly liberating. I spend less time thinking about my body and no longer evaluate the day's "sins." I feel much more free in my mind and have gained more energy to dream, find joy, and laugh.

— Anna, 36

Having Camilla as a conversation partner has been like having a good fairy sitting on one shoulder, encouraging you with care while you fight the foolish one sitting on the other. I very quickly came to trust her because it was clear she genuinely understood what I am going through. I haven't felt that when seeing therapists through the healthcare system; they are trained to listen, but Camilla has lived experience.

I feel much more forgiving toward myself and my relationship with food has become less dramatic. The body should first get its nourishment in order to live, and now mine is clearly doing better.

— Ann-Sofie, 39

I appreciate Camilla's ability to make me think carefully and find what the problem truly is. She doesn't settle for vague answers, but helps me reflect and go deeper than I might feel comfortable with. That was necessary for me to move forward on my journey toward body acceptance. Learning to recognize negative thoughts as just thoughts has been very meaningful, as has reflecting on what is actually important in life.

My relationship with my body is much more relaxed. I am working on eating intuitively and realize it is a lifelong journey, but I feel I am moving forward. I don't want to go on a diet anymore; I want to spend my time on more important things. I buy clothes that fit well and know I am good enough as I am. It's not about the kilos.”

— Elisabeth, 59

I was curious about whether I could feel better by actively working on my eating, which I had never really done in previous therapy. It has been easy to talk with Camilla; she listens and tailors the coaching to my needs. It has been easy to ask questions and get answers. The most helpful thing was hearing that it is hard to eat to exactly the right level of fullness, and that it is good enough to do your best. It doesn't have to be perfect every time.

I encourage myself more and often think: "you're doing well, your body needs this fuel." I have a little more physical energy and more mental space for enjoyable things. I have also made peace with the fact that my eating follows a routine because it helps me manage my time. The most important thing I take with me is that what works for me is good enough.

— Stina, 44