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Dismissing Binge Urges

You can see my blog posts Tips for Beginners, and Tips for Beginners…Continued (Inspirational Testimony), which both give additional advice to people who are finding it difficult to stop acting on their urges to binge.

You can listen to this podcast episode about getting back on track after binge: Episode 17: What if You Binge During Recovery?

The following blog post addresses this concern:  Facing Fear in Binge Eating Recovery.

See my blog post Do You Truly Want to Quit? for advice on this issue.

To address these concerns, I’ve written this blog post:  My Case is Different.

Eating / Weight

Here is a blog post that addresses food quantity:  How Much Should I Eat?

You can find help for weight-related questions here:  So, How Do I Lose Weight?

In this blog series, I address eliminating unhealthy and/or problematic foods: Eliminating Foods Part 1,  Part 2, and Part 3.

I’ve addressed overeating in this blog series: Overeating Part 1, Part 2, Part 3.

More Help

Yes, Kathryn Hansen and Coach Julie offer one-on-one coaching and group coaching.

Coach Julie overcame bingeing and other harmful eating behaviors after a nearly 40-year battle. She has a deep understanding of the Brain over Binge approach, as well as a thorough and practical knowledge of mindfulness. Julie can give you customized support as you stop binge eating and develop a healthy relationship with food. If you are a member of the course, she can also help guide you through the lessons and assist you in any area where you are struggling.

My books, blog, podcast, courses, and any of the material on the website is not intended to replace the services of trained health professionals or be a substitute for medical advice. You are advised to consult with your healthcare professional with regard to matters relating to your health, and in particular, regarding matters that may require diagnosis or medical attention.

Binge eating and purging can have serious health consequences, especially in those who frequently self-induce vomiting. Please do not take a risk with your health. If you are experiencing concerning symptoms, please seek medical help right away. Although I disagree with many aspects of mainstream therapeutic approaches (which treat the eating disorder as an emotional or psychological problem), I believe that medical monitoring and nutritional support are vital for some people.

Rational Recovery by Jack Trimpey (A 1996 book on substance addiction, which helped me take responsibility for my own recovery from bulimia)

The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal (A practical book on using self-control to end habits that don’t serve you well. It explains the science behind willpower, and helps you put your brain to work for you).

Ditching Diets by Gillian Riley (This is a helpful, easy-to-read book for anyone who wants to learn how to eat well – without dieting, obsessing over food, or overeating.) Gillian also has a website, eatingless.com.

The Mind and the Brain by Jeffrey Schwartz (This book explains the science behind neuroplasticity. It helped explain why my binge eating habit faded after I stopped acting on the urges.)

You are Not Your Brain by Jeffrey Schwartz (A self-help guide to using neuroplasticity to overcome bad habits and challenges)

The Little Book of Big Change by Amy Johnson (Although not specifically about eating disorders) can help you overcome habits and harmful thoughts.

Course FAQs

The Online Course is based around the same concepts as the books and podcast, but it’s designed to guide you in a more incremental way, so that you can better apply the concepts in your own life. The 8 audio lessons in the course take the most important information from the books and podcast and break it down for you in a way that is accessible and practical. Most people learn better with a structured and guided approach, but you know yourself best, so use what works for you!

The course also contains over 90 Q&A tracks, and many of the topics discussed are not covered at all in the books or podcast, and if they are, the discussions in the Q&A tracks are more detailed and relatable to your own situation. In these course Q&As, I believe I’ve answered every question I’ve been asked over my years of helping binge eaters. The Q&A tracks are very practical because you can find a question you have at any time of day or night (on the Q&A page), and click on the audio to get an answer when you need it. There are also 27 recordings of Kathryn’s Instagram Live Q&A sessions. Each session is 45 minutes and gives advice on a variety of topics.

Additionally in the course, you get 15 coaching tracks to keep you focused and motivated, including a coaching audio to help you when you are feeling the urge to binge. There are over 125 total tracks, so if you are someone who learns well with audio, or if you like to listen while doing other things you need to do, then the course could be a great fit for you.

Although the approach in the course is fundamentally the same as it is in the books and podcast, the value is in the structure, guidance, accessibility, detail, Q&A tracks, and coaching tracks. I’ve had so many people tell me that even though they read the books or listened to the podcast, the course gave them the extra help they needed to end binge eating for good. Here is one quote from a course member:

“This course is exactly what I needed to hear! I’ve read countless books on the BED-topic (including Brain over Binge) before, without any success. The course is full of deep insights and packed with valuable and practical information. I really appreciate the rational and organized form everything is presented. I’m exceedingly thankful for the course – it has really changed my life!“ – Justin

If you sign up for the Online Course, you do not need to purchase the books. The course contains all of the information you need, and guides you in a structured way.

If you’re paying by the month ($18.99), then you will have access until you unsubscribe.

You can set your subscription to cancel from the Manage Subscription page. Your subscription will then automatically cancel at the end of your billing cycle.

If you paid for the no-expiration option ($179), you will have access to the course for as long as it is available, which I hope will be for many, many years. I do not promise “lifetime” access, because nothing is completely certain in life, and technology is constantly changing. If I need to end this course in the future, you will still get at least 1 year of access from the date you purchased. I will also give you 2 weeks notice if I ever decide to change or replace an audio or worksheet, so that you can download and save it first.

When you signed up for the Online Course, you should have received an invitation from Soundwise Audio to download the app. Make sure you create a new account with Soundwise Audio using the same email address that the invitation was sent to. Write us at contact@brainoverbinge.com if you need help.

Registration is always open, and now you can subscribe on a month-to-month basis for only $18.99/month or for a one time fee of $179. You can enroll here.

Please follow these 2 easy steps to Cancel your subscription:

Step 1. Login to the account page
Step 2. Scroll down and click the “Cancel” button

Your subscription will then automatically cancel at the end of your billing cycle.

Note: The account page will still show the “Cancel” button until the end of your billing cycle. You can click it again if you want to be sure, but if you followed the above steps, then your subscription is set to cancel.

Note: Unsubscribing via the Soundwise App will NOT stop payments.

Learn more about the Online Course to see if it is right for you.

Group Coaching FAQs

There are now 4 group calls per week, approximately 30 min each*, coaching only.

Call times:

NEW Sunday time: 11:00amEST
Tuesdays: 12:30pmEST
Thursday: 9:30amEST and 9pmEST

*The call time is approximate because the goal is for everyone who wants coaching to receive coaching, which means we may go a little longer if it is a bigger group that day, or possibly wrap up sooner if it is a smaller group and everyone gets what they need.

I hope the call time options help members in many different time zones and in the midst of busy lives.

You are welcome to come to any or all of the calls!! If you cannot attend, there will be call recordings posted as usual.

The calls will only focus on whatever your challenges and questions are. There will no longer be lessons on the group coaching calls.

Recording of each call are available by the next day. You also get access to all previous calls and lessons that Kathryn has created.

The forum in 2026 will be separated into 3 main sections:

Daily Check-Ins: Quick accountability posts to keep you focused on the two recovery goals—dismissing binge urges and eating adequately.

Motivation & Key Reminders: This section will include helpful Brain over Binge concepts to keep you focused and motivated. You will also be able to add your own insights and discoveries about what helps you the most, and it will become a collection of ideas and guidance that you can revisit any time.

Coaching and Connection: This is where everyone can have conversations and support each other. I’ll be present on the forum for concise written coaching and encouragement. Because there will be a lot of time for in-depth guidance from me on the 4 weekly calls, the forum will be a place where we can all talk and share.

$159 per month.

If you are already a Brain over Binge Online Course member, then it is $140 per month.

Once you are subscribed to Group Coaching, your subscription will renew every month until you set it to cancel from your manage subscriptions page.

Through the manage subscription page. If you run into any issue, please email us at contact@brainoverbinge.com

One on one coaching is also available! Sign up here.

  • 8 Lessons, 116 sections
  • 30+ Coaching and Mindfulness tracks
  • 24 Worksheets
  • 90+ Q&A recordings
  • On-the-go access via mobile app
  • Weekly advice emails
  • Transcripts included for all tracks
  • 20+ Instagram Live recordings
  • Learn more >

Please contact Kathryn at kathryn@brainoverbinge.com for questions about the Group Coaching and contact@brainovrebinge.com for any other questions.

1 on 1 Calls FAQs

Prior to our session, I will get to know you and your unique struggles through a detailed intake form. I prepare extensively for each call—making sure I understand what is going on for you, and how I can best help.

During the 45-minute Zoom call, I can help you explore any part of the Brain over Binge strategies where you might be feeling stuck. After any call you have with me, I share my notes with you so that you can remember and apply the most important points. Then there is one follow up email.

Contact us at kathryn@brainoverbinge.com for more details.

During the pandemic, many of us struggled with learning how to use Zoom for the first time. You’re not alone!

For help setting up Zoom, please reference this helpful guide here.

If you still have any questions, please contact us at contact@brainoverbinge.com.

Cancellations or changes must be made prior to 24 hours before the call in order to receive a refund. Contact us at kathryn@brainoverbinge.com

$180 per 45 minute session
$67 per 20 minute session

Group Coaching is also available! Sign up here.

If you want some quick guidance and support, or to talk through a specific challenge, you can book a laser coaching session with Kathryn at a discounted rate.

Laser Coaching Sessions include a 20-minute audio-only Zoom call. They do not include a follow up email or call notes.

Please contact Kathryn at kathryn@brainoverbinge.com for questions about 1 on 1 Coaching and contact@brainovrebinge.com for any other questions.

Contact us

So that we can best help you, please choose from below:

Please double-check that you’re using the correct email address to login. If you still cannot login, then please email us at contact@brainoverbinge.com and please be sure to include the email address(es) you used to pay and create an account with us.

When you signed up for the Course, you should have received an email from Soundwise Audio. (Remember to check your spam folder.) While creating an account with Soundwise Audio,  make sure you’re using the same email address that you used to create an account with us. If you still have issues, contact us at contact@brainoverbinge.com and provide us with the email address that you used to create an account with us.

For questions related to the Online Course, please review the Course Subscription page. If you still have any questions, please reach us at contact@brainoverbinge.com.

You can set your subscription to cancel from the Manage Subscription page. Your subscription will then automatically cancel at the end of your billing cycle.

Unsubscribing via the Soundwise App will NOT stop payments.

For technical issues related to the website, course site, mobile app, etc, please contact us at contact@brainoverbinge.com

For interviews with Kathryn, guest blog posts, public speaking engagements, etc, please contact kathryn@brainoverbinge.com.

If you want one-on-one coaching as you use this approach, Kathryn Hansen can support you in any area where you need help.

Kathryn loves hearing from her readers and others who are working to end eating disorders. If you want to reach out to Kathryn, then please contact her at kathryn@brainoverbinge.com, but know that due to a high volume of emails and a busy family life, response time may be several days or more.

If you want to share your recovery story, Kathryn would appreciate you taking the time to fill out this recovery story submission form:

What first name would you like to appear with your recovery story?

Including your accurate age will help readers see that recovery is possible at any time. Optionally, include your age below. (If you don’t wish to, leave blank)

Please share your recovery story. How have you used the ideas from Brain over Binge to help end binge eating or make progress toward that goal? (A few sentences to a few paragraphs is a good guideline, but the length is your choice)

Email Kathryn at kathryn@brainoverbinge.com and use “Recovery Story” in your subject line. 

(Understand that by submitting the form or sending me your story, you are giving me permission to use it on my website or other platforms. I will only use a first name unless requested otherwise, and optionally, an accurate age. The name you use can be fictitious.)  

If your question or comment is about the course or a technical issue, then please send an email instead to contact@brainoverbinge.com.

Please contact us at contact@brainoverbinge.com for all other inquiries.

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