Hi, I'm Amanda!
Founder of The Blue Bird Room
As someone who spent over a decade navigating anorexia and bulimia while competing as an elite athlete, I know all too well how difficult it can be to find the right support.
Not just support from someone who understands eating disorders through education and professional experience, but someone who also understands the complexities of living through one.
Throughout my own journey toward recovery, I experienced firsthand the gaps that exist in eating disorder treatment and support.
It often felt as though there were only two options: you were medically diagnosed and receiving treatment through a specialized program, or you were left navigating lengthy waitlists, limited resources, and sometimes the devastating message that you weren't quite "sick enough" to receive help.
But what about everyone in between?
What about the person who is just beginning to struggle with their relationship with food? The individual who recognizes something isn't right but doesn't know where to turn? The person waiting months for specialized treatment? Or someone who has made progress in recovery but still needs encouragement, connection, and support?
Where do those individuals go?
That question stayed with me.
I found it deeply concerning that so much of the conversation surrounding eating disorders seemed to exist in black and white, while the grey area, where so many people find themselves, was often overlooked.
And it was within that grey area that the idea for The Blue Bird Room began.
I wanted to create something that felt different.
A space where you don't have to prove how much you're struggling to deserve compassion. Where you can show up exactly as you are, without judgment, shame, or pressure to have everything figured out.
A space that feels warm, welcoming, and genuinely human.
My background in social work, eating disorder education, and athletics, combined with my own lived experience, has shaped the way I approach supporting others. I believe deeply in the power of connection, empathy, education, and meeting people where they are.
I'm not here to tell you that I have all the answers, because I don't believe anyone does.
What I can offer is a willingness to listen, to understand, and to walk alongside you as you explore what moving forward might look like for you.
The Blue Bird Room was born from a simple belief: You shouldn't have to reach a breaking point to deserve support.
And no matter where you are in your journey, I believe there is always room for hope.
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Come As You Are.
Grow At Your Own Pace.
Meet The Founder
Qualifications
Experience Rooted in Both Knowledge and Understanding.
My approach to eating disorder support is shaped by a unique combination of lived experience, education, and years spent supporting individuals through personal challenges. I hold a Bachelor of Social Work, with a minor in Indigenous Studies, and have experience supporting individuals navigating eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, and mental health challenges. My background includes working with eating disorder recovery programs, facilitating group discussions, supporting individuals one-on-one, and working with athletes experiencing the unique pressures associated with competitive sport. As a former elite athlete and world champion kickboxer, I also bring an understanding of the relationship between athletic performance, body image, identity, and the expectations that can accompany high-level competition. I have completed learning and gained experience informed by Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and person-centred approaches. These experiences have reinforced something I believe deeply: knowledge matters, but so does the ability to connect with another human being. My goal is to bring both into every interaction, creating a supportive environment where individuals feel comfortable exploring their experiences, asking questions, and identifying meaningful steps forward.
Why A Blue Bird?
Throughout history, the bluebird has been a symbol of happiness, hope, renewal, and brighter days ahead.
But to me, the bluebird represents something even more meaningful. The belief that better days are possible, even when they feel impossibly far away. When you're struggling with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or your relationship with your body, it can be difficult to imagine a life beyond the thoughts, patterns, and behaviours that have become so familiar. Sometimes, the idea of change can feel overwhelming. The path forward may seem uncertain, and hope can feel like something that belongs to everyone else. Having navigated my own journey through eating disorders and recovery, I understand how powerful, and sometimes how difficult, it can be to hold on to that hope. That's why I chose the bluebird. To me, it serves as a gentle reminder that where you are today does not have to be where you remain. That progress doesn't always follow a straight line. That even the smallest steps forward deserve recognition. And perhaps most importantly, that you don't have to have everything figured out to begin. The Blue Bird Room was created to be a space where hope is never lost, individuality is embraced, and everyone is welcomed exactly as they are. Because recovery and personal growth aren't about becoming someone new. They're about discovering what a meaningful, fulfilling life can look like for you, beyond the struggles that may have come to define your days. The bluebird reminds us that brighter days are possible. And sometimes, all we need is a little hope to begin believing in them again.
Come as you are. Grow at your own pace.
A symbol of hope, renewal, and brighter days ahead.
My Approach
Rooted in empathy. Guided by hope. built on connection.
You Are Not Here to Be Fixed. You Are Here to Be Understood.
I am not here to fix you, because I don't believe you are someone who needs fixing. Instead, I believe in taking the time to understand the patterns, beliefs, and behaviours that may be leaving you feeling stuck or trapped. Together, we can explore how these patterns developed, what purpose they may have once served, and how they may have helped you cope, feel safe, or navigate difficult experiences. My approach is open, conversational, and collaborative. I recognize that everyone's journey with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image is unique. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing, and progress is rarely linear. That's why I believe in meeting you where you are, session by session.
Some days may be about celebrating progress, while others may be about navigating challenges, finding motivation, or simply having a space where you can show up exactly as you are. I believe the foundation of meaningful support is the relationship we build together. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming, and non-judgmental environment where our conversations feel human rather than cold or overly clinical. Human to human. Person to person. I am not here to tell you what to think, how to feel, or what the right answers should be. Rather, I am here to walk alongside you, offering compassion, education, encouragement, and guidance as you explore what change could look like for you. I believe meaningful change isn't about becoming who someone else thinks you should be. It's about discovering a path that feels authentically yours, grounded in your values, your strengths, and the life you want to create. Because you deserve to be understood, not judged. Supported, not pressured. And empowered, not defined by your struggles.
The Blue Bird Rooms ValuesÂ
Support
A welcoming space where you can feel heard, respected, and supported throughout your journey.
Empathy
Understanding your experiences with compassion, curiosity, and without judgment.
Empowerment
Helping you recognize your strengths, explore your values, and make choices that feel authentic to you.
Hope
Holding space for the possibility of change, even when the path forward feels uncertain.