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EDReferral.com Newsletter - November,
2005: Table of Contents
Introduction
Scholarship
Update
Research
on Eating Disorders
For
Professionals: Conferences/Seminars/Study
Groups/Networking/Online Courses
For
Public: Workshops
Online
Interactive Programs
Advocacy
Eating
Disorder Awareness
Books,
Journals, Videos and Resources
Treatment
Center News
Support
Groups
Employment
Opportunities
Marketing
Tips
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Scholarship Update: A special thank you to
Karol Mauss, LMHC in Tacoma, WA for participating in the
EDReferral.com Scholarship Program and helping a client in
need. EDReferral.com
has more applications than we can provide scholarships but we
are doing what we can to give back by paying for treatment for
financially challenged clients.
Research
Studies:
Research
Study - Osteoporosis in Anorexia Nervosa: The Neuroendocrine Unit of
Massachusetts General Hospital is conducting research studies
on bone loss in anorexia nervosa. Their screening study is for
men and women age 12-50 with anorexia nervosa. They are
investigating causes of osteopenia (or bone loss) in the spine,
hip, wrist and total body. The study involves one visit of
approximately 3 hours. If interested, call Jennifer Minihan, PA
at 617-724-7393 or email jminihan@partners.org.
Research Study - Massachusetts General
Hospital Study of Therapy for Bone Loss in Anorexia Nervosa: The Neuroendocrine Unit of
Massachusetts General Hospital is conducting research studies
on anorexia-induced bone loss. Their treatment study is for
women aged 18-45 with anorexia nervosa and absent or irregular
menstrual periods. They are investigating the combined use of a
natural hormone and a medication that is effective for bone
loss in postmenopausal women as a novel treatment for the bone
loss seen in women with anorexia nervosa. They hope that the
combination of these two investigational medications will help
rebuild depleted bone and prevent further bone breakdown in
women with anorexia nervosa. The study has 4 outpatient visits
and 2 inpatient visits over 12 months. A stipend of up to $675
is awarded throughout the course of the study. If interested,
call Jennifer Minihan, PA-C at 617-724-7393 or email jminihan@partners.org.
The
National Institute of Mental Health - The NIMH is sponsoring a
study assessing appetite and reward in eating disorders.
Researchers need women who are 18 to 45 years old who are
recovered from anorexia and/or bulimia nervosa and who are not
taking psychoactive medications. Studies are taking place at
the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. The study involves
the completion of interviews and questionnaires and subjects
undergo a non-invasive magnetic resonance imaging of the brain.
There is no X-ray exposure. Travel expenses are covered and
participants will be paid upon completion of the study. For
more information call 1-866-265 9289, email edresearch@upmc.edu
or visit the website www.anbn.org.
The National Institute of Mental
Health - Research on Genes and Eating Disorders:
The National Institute of Mental Health is sponsoring a
multicenter, international study seeking to determine whether a
gene or genes might predispose individuals to develop anorexia
nervosa. They need families with at least two relatives (e.g.,
sisters, brothers, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents) who
have or had anorexia nervosa, and who would be willing to
participate. The study involves the completion of interviews,
questionnaires and a blood draw. Participants do not need to
travel and will be paid upon completion of the study. For more
information call 1-888-895-3886, email EDResearch@upmc.edu
or visit www.angenetics.org.
Research –
Professionals Needed:
The Renfrew Mens Action Committee is seeking male and female
therapists to answer a survey about the effect of the
therapist's gender on the treatment of women with eating
disorders. To participate in this survey email wmndavis@comcast.net
or ssz15e@aol.com.
Research Study -
Southern California Study on Eating Disorders and Marital
Relationships: Rebecca
Kenyon, MA, MFT of Trish Stanley and Associates and Oak Knoll
Family Therapy Center is conducting a doctoral dissertation on
eating disorders and marital relationships. Rebecca is looking
for married women diagnosed with anorexia nervosa or bulimia
nervosa to participate in a 1½ hour interview with their
spouse. The interview will be scheduled at a mutually
convenient day and time, and can take place at participants’
treatment facilities, if applicable, or at one of Rebecca’s
San Diego County offices.
Each couple will receive a book on eating disorders as a
thank you for participating.
The hope is that by having both the wife's
and husband's perspectives, a better understanding of how
best to support them both in treatment and recovery
may be achieved. If
interested, call Rebecca Kenyon, MA, MFT at 858-229-3420 or
email rebeccajkenyon@hotmail.com.
Conferences for Professionals:
King
of Prussia, PA: The Bariatric Surgery and Medical Care Special
Interest Groups of the Academy for Eating Disorders (AED) are
offering a one-day conference on "Learning How to See
Success: Cutting-Edge Essentials in the Management of Eating
Disorders and Bariatric Surgery Recovery," on November 9,
2005 in King of Prussia, PA. This meeting provides a unique opportunity for
physicians and eating disorder professionals to explore
medical, psychological and nutritional issues relevant to the
care and recovery of eating disorder and bariatric surgery
patients. The program will focus on medical issues, treatment
and long-term maintenance practices for bariatric surgery
patients. Fees:
AED Member $180; Non-Member $190. To download the brochure for
program and registration details visit www.aedweb.org.
Academy for Eating Disorders, 60 Revere Drive, Suite 500,
Northbrook, IL 60062,
Phone: 847-498-4274, Fax: 847-480-9282, email: aed@aedwed.org.
Philadelphia, PA - Feminist Perspectives and Beyond:
Enduring Wisdom, New Frontiers - The
15th Annual Renfrew Center Foundation Conference
November 10-13, 2005 at the Philadelphia Airport Marriott. The
2005 Renfrew Center Foundation Conference will address what is
known and what is currently being discovered about eating
disorders. The goal is to re-examine our common wisdom, explore
what is fresh and exciting and create a stimulating,
collaborative context for the old and the new to nourish one
another. Workshops and poster presentations will address
the following topics: risk/resiliency factors for eating
disorders; therapists' struggle and self-care; temperament and
its relationship to eating disorders; eating disorders and
midlife; issues related to racial and ethnic diversity and
sexual orientation; evidence-based treatment for eating
disorders; healing the mind, body and spirit; integration of
science and practice; eating disorders and co-morbidity;
traditional psychotherapeutic approaches; a deeper look at
feminist perspectives; impact of family and peers; perspectives
on compulsive eating, binge eating disorder and weight. Keynote Presenters: Carol Gilligan, PhD; Mike Devlin, MD; Joan Jacobs
Brumberg, PhD; Craig Johnson, PhD. Featured Speakers: Ovidio
Bermudez, MD; Joan Borysenko, PhD; Tim Brewerton, MD; Pamela
Peeke, MD. For
more information, visit www.renfrew.org,
or call Debbie Lucker at 1-877-367-3383.
San
Francisco, CA - March 25-26, 2006: The Association of
Professionals Treating Eating Disorders (APTED) Conference: The APTED Conference will
have speakers from several major treatment centers. The
conference will be offering 14 CME's and CEU's to MD's, PhD's,
MFTs, LCSWs, nurses, addiction counselors and others. Families
and individuals in recovery are also welcome. For questions or
information contact the APTED at 415-771-3068 or email AptedSF@aol.com.
Winnipeg,
Manitoba, Canada Conference – March 17-18, 2006. Westwind
Eating Disorder Recovery Centre will be presenting the second
annual Westwind Roundtable on Innovations in the Treatment of
Eating Disorders.
The conference will be held at the Victoria Inn and Convention
Center in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Continuing Education
Credit will be offered. Their panel of speakers include: Bryan
Lask, MD; Glenn Gaesser, PhD; Ovidio Bermudez, MD; Dianne
Neumark-Sztainer, PhD, MPH, RD; Gail McVey, PhD. Fees: Early
Bird (before 01/30/06) $200 CDN; Regular Fee $225 CDN; Late Fee
(after 03/01/06) $250 CDN; Student Rate: $150 CDN. To register
contact Westwind at 204-728-2499.
Workshops
for Professionals:
Denver, CO
Professional Workshop on Friday, November 4th, 2005 from
1:00-3:00pm. Emotion Regulation and Eating Disorders: Effective
Treatment Interventions. Presenters: E. Rick Bishop, MD and Sue Woodmansee, MS,
OTR, TEP, CAC. This workshop will explore the use of
Dialectical Behavior Therapy in the treatment of eating
disorders. It will
provide theoretical and experiential material to illustrate
this treatment modality. Location: Eating Disorder Center of
Denver, 950 South Cherry St, Suite 1010, Denver, CO 80246. For
more information call 303-771-0861.
National Eating Disorders Association-Long
Island, NY: 2005 Annual
Support Group Training for Professionals who want to lead
support groups on Friday, December 9th, 2005 from 11:00-4:00pm.
Facilitators: Sondra Kronberg,
MS, RD, CDN and Vicki Paley, LCSW, BCD. Professionals
will learn: how to
run a support group; the difference between a support and
therapeutic group; how to get the group to work together; using
visualization in an eating disorder; the necessary
psycho-educational material for the different eating disorders;
how to handle family members in the group; methods of starting
and ending groups; what are the different roles within the
group; use of creative art and music techniques within the
group; how to recognize and what to do when someone doesn’t
belong in the group; experiential group exercises. NEDA-LI is
looking for professionals to help them run the support groups
throughout Long Island. If you are interested in running a
support group, this training program will be a helpful tool. For fees and further information please visit www.neda-li.org or call
516-229-2393.
Nutrition and Exercise Workshops – November 2005 through
March 2006: Here’s your chance to learn from two internationally known experts at
this intensive workshop on Nutrition and Exercise. Sports nutritionist Nancy Clark MS, RD and exercise physiologist William Evans,
PhD will be offering a 1.5 day program that is designed to help
coaches, athletic trainers, exercise physiologists, sports
nutritionists, sports medicine professionals as well as
athletes themselves find answers to their questions about:
eating for health, enhanced performance and longevity;
balancing carbs, protein and sports supplements; managing
weight and eating disorders. Topics include: exercise physiology, exercise and aging, weight control, sports
nutrition, counseling tips for eating disordered athletes,
ergogenic aids, creatine, case studies, and hands-on
information. Cost: $195;
$95 full-time students and dietetic interns. CEUs: ADA,
ACSM, AFAA, ACE, NATA, NSCA, CHES. Dates and locations: Toronto Nov. 11-12, 2005; Columbus Dec. 2-3, 2005; Baltimore Jan. 20-21,
2006; Philadelphia Feb. 3-4, 2006; Pittsburgh Mar. 3-4,2006. For
more information visit www.sportsnutritionworkshop.com,
email: Wevans3567@aol.com, phone:
501-821-6651. For a brochure: Sports Nutrition Workshop, PO Box
650124, West Newton MA 02465.
Professional Study Groups:
Southern California - Professional Study Groups: Carolyn
Costin, MFT invites all treating professionals to her study
groups. Both groups cover case reviews, treatment strategies,
new literature and research, and other areas related to
treatment of eating disorders. CEU's are given to MFT's and
LCSW's. For more information call 310-457-9958.
Group
#1 takes place the first Wednesday of every month from
12:00-1:30pm at the Monte Nido Treatment Center, www.montenido.com.
Group
#2 takes place the first Thursday of every month from
12:00-1:00pm at the Eating Disorder Center of CA, www.edcca.com.
Workshops
for the Public:
New
York, NY Workshops: The 2006 B.I.T.E. â Series - The Body Image Transformation Experience.
B.I.T.E.â
provides an intensive therapeutic experience that combines
innovative group psychotherapy techniques with body-oriented
therapy. B.I.T.E.â
is designed for those who struggle with weight regulation,
weight loss, size, perception of self, and body image. Two
linked workshops (each workshop meets for 12 consecutive
weeks): Workshop I -
explores participants' eating experiences,
self-perception and resistance to change, and lays the
groundwork needed for the intense and continuing work of
Workshop II (January 11
- March 28, Tuesdays 5:30 - 7:00). Workshop II - integrates
movement therapy with body image and self-motivation (April
4 - June 20, Tuesdays 5:30-7:30). For more information visit www.franweiss.com.
Online
Interactive Recovery Tools:
Coping with Grief Program Now Available from
MySelpHelp.com: The
new Coping with Grief program is now available from
MySelfHelp.com. This highly interactive online program was
developed through a grant from the National Institute on Aging
and provides help, comfort, and support for those struggling
with the loss of a loved one. The program includes interactive
exercises that teach new strategies for coping with the
challenges of these difficult times, as well as a moderated and
supportive discussion board.
The Coping with Grief program includes information,
exercises, and tools to help individuals:
overcome misconceptions about grief; accept and express their
emotions; use support systems more effectively; find positive
ways of remembering loved ones; and learn strategies for
handling difficult days.
Family
of Programs Developed through NIMH Funding: The MySelfHelp.com family
of interactive, online, self-help programs includes Defeating
Depression, Take Control of Bulimia, Stop Binge Eating, Stress
Management, Overcoming Guilt, Working on Low Self-Esteem,
Conquer Insomnia, and Hope for HIV and Depression, as well as a
moderated member Discussion Board. MySelfHelp.com programs were
developed in part through grants from the National Institute of
Mental Health, and the programs are designed to complement
therapy and reinforce treatment goals.
Complimentary
Preview for Healthcare Professionals: Healthcare professionals
who have not reviewed MySelfHelp.com programs, or who would
like to take another look to see recent changes, can receive a
complimentary review. Simply email info@MySelfHelp.com
and identify yourself as a healthcare professional. As always,
they welcome your feedback and suggestions.
Healthcare
Professional Discount: MySelfHelp.com offers a
10-percent discount that healthcare professionals can pass on
to their clients. To receive the discount, the client simply
needs to go to www.MySelfHelp.com
and enter “HCP” in the account code box when registering.
They will then receive unlimited access to all programs as well
as the moderated discussion board for $13.50 per month.
Advocacy: The Eating Disorders Coalition for
Research, Policy and Action. The EDC, a Washington, D.C. advocacy organization, is
preparing to expand its online information about eating
disorders among men and boys and other populations. If you know
of high quality resources already online, let them know. The
EDC would like to link to those pages, or share the information
already available. Send suggestions to manager@eatingdisorderscoalition.org.
The Eating Disorders Coalition is your voice in Washington,
D.C.! Consider joining the coalition. Individuals can join
their email list. Hospitals, treatment programs, non-profits,
and other groups can become EDC member organizations. To learn
more, visit http://eatingdisorderscoalition.org/involved/involved.html.
The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness
presents “Step-By-Step: A 5K for Eating Disorders
Awareness” on November 19th, 2005 at Bryant Park,
Lake Worth, FL at 8:00am. This event is aimed at promoting eating disorders awareness,
education, and healthy body acceptance. The event aimed at promoting eating disorders awareness,
education, and healthy body acceptance. Also, join them in
adding to the recovery quilt and viewing the memory wall. Walk
as an eating disorder survivor or in honor/in memory of a loved
one. All proceeds from the event will benefit the
Alliance’s school outreach program. For more information,
contact The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness at
561-841-0900 or at www.eatingdisorderinfo.org.
Books,
Resources and Media:
To
purchase books and other resources at discounted rates go to http://www.edreferral.com/books.htm.
Inspirational:
GODDESS
CARDS - "Because Every Woman is a Goddess!"
GODDESS CARDS is a greeting card company whose cards are
celebrations of Real Women. Every card tells a story, and
carries a loving, inspirational, or fun message. Images are
lush, rich in curves, color and feminine diversity. Every card
tells a woman “You Are GORGEOUS - Just as you are!” For
more information visit www.goddesscards.com
call 604-925-4139, fax 604-925-4169, or email the designer Anne
Baird at anne@goddesscards.com.
Treatment
Center News:
Arizona
Treatment Center News – Remuda Ranch: Remuda
Ranch has treated more than 6,500 women and girls with eating
disorders since 1990. Their Christian programs treat patients
of all faiths and prepare them for complete recovery when they
return home for continued outpatient treatment. They have
developed tools to assist outpatient providers such as the
Professional Network, which contains resources and continuing
education opportunities. For more information on the
Professional Network visit professionals.remudaranch.com.
Remuda Ranch also has a complimentary education consultation
service for professionals. This service can provide answers to
your eating disorder related questions. For information about
this service call 1-800-445-1900 ext. 5288 or email consult@remudaranch.com.
Remuda Ranch conducts professional educational luncheons on a
regular basis – to learn more about locations and dates visit
remudaranch.com/register.
Lastly, Remuda Ranch publishes The Remuda Review: The Christian
Journal of Eating Disorders. To order a complementary
subscription call 1-800-445-1900 ext. 5251. When inpatient
treatment is needed, call Remuda Ranch at 1-800-445-1900.
Agoura
Hills, CA Treatment Center News - Eating Disorder Intensive
Outpatient Program: Carolyn
Costin has opened a new Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient
Program (EDIOP) in Agoura Hills, CA. This program is for
females struggling with an eating disorder who need support in
addition to their individual therapy but do not need full day
treatment or inpatient care. The program meets three nights a
week and includes a supervised meal. Groups will be
co-facilitated by therapists specializing in the treatment of
eating disorders. The program utilizes a multi-disciplinary
approach including cognitive-behavioral, dialectal-behavioral,
psycho-educational, solution-focused, art therapy, attachment
theory and process group modalities. In addition, the group
facilitators introduce and practice specific relaxation
techniques useful in reducing anxiety and processing emotion.
The program operates Monday, Wednesday and Friday evenings from
6:30-9:30pm. Groups are facilitated by Rykia Peterson, IMF
#41796 and supervised by
Linda Wells, LCSW. The cost for the IOP is $325 per night,
payable two weeks in advance, for a total of $1,950. Insurance
may apply and must be worked out on an individual basis with
the program director. If you are interested in learning
more about this Intensive Outpatient Program, call 310-457-9958
or email mntc@montenido.com.
Del
Mar, CA – New Treatment Center - Casa Palmera: Holistic Care
in a Resort-Style Setting.
Located in peaceful Del Mar, California, Casa Palmera is a
holistic treatment facility that offers an unrivaled
alternative to the traditional treatment approach for eating
disorders, addiction, and chronic pain. Their spiritually based
center integrates the best of modern western scientific
knowledge with ancient eastern intuitive healing techniques.
Licensed as a medical facility, Casa Palmera can accommodate
the guest needing intensive medical care as well as those
seeking personal growth and lifestyle changes. Their treatment
professionals are comprised of physicians, psychiatrists,
psychologists, nutritional experts, a naturopathic chef, and a
diverse array of holistic health practitioners. Casa Palmera's
integrative approach includes traditional therapies, out of the
box thinking, and having fun. Some examples are a Ropes
Challenge Course, EMDR, Breath Therapy, Craniosacral Therapy,
Dance Therapy, Drum Therapy, Herbal Medicine, Surf Therapy, Tai
Chi, Meridian Stretching, Equine Therapy,
Acupuncture, and organic gardening. To
find out more about this exclusive program visit www.casapalmera.com
or call 888-481-4481 or 858-481-441.
Colorado Treatment Center News –
The Eating Disorder Center of Denver (EDC-Denver): The EDC-Denver offers a full
spectrum of care from partial hospitalization through
outpatient to males and females age 16 and older. The Partial
Hospitalization Program operates 11 hours per day, 7 days per
week and includes supervised meals and snacks. The Evening
Intensive Outpatient Program operates 4 hours per evening,
three days per week. Most of the Eating Disorder Center of
Denver's program components are available on an outpatient
basis. Services include individual and family/couples therapy;
group therapy including DBT; aftercare; psychiatric evaluation;
therapy and medication monitoring and nutritional counseling.
Non-EDC-Denver treatment providers are welcome to utilize these
services as adjunct therapies to their own treatment. Visit http://www.edcdenver.com
for details and schedules.
Eating Disorder Center of Denver’s
Outpatient Groups: To register call 720-889-4232:
1.
Aftercare Group:
This group meets Monday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm and Tuesday
evenings 5:30-7:00pm. The group is an open group consisting of
individuals in recovery who have completed an intense eating
disorders program at EDC-D or other national programs. Cost:
$50 per group.
2.
DBT Skills Training:
The adult group meets Monday evenings 5:00-6:30pm; the
adolescent group meets Tuesday evenings from 4:00-5:30pm. The
group consists of didactic and experiential education in four
different skill areas: core mindfulness, interpersonal
effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance.
Cost: $75 per group.
3.
Body Image 101:
This group meets Tuesday evening from 5:30-7:30pm. The group is
a 12-week ongoing group utilizing cognitive behavioral and
experiential techniques to mend the relationship between a
woman and her body. Cost: $50 per group.
4.
Eating Disorders Anonymous:
This group meets every Saturday from 2:00-3:00pm. It is a
free, open support group for individuals suffering and
recovering from eating disorders. The meetings are held at the
Glendale YMCA, 4500 E. Kentucky Avenue Denver, CO.
5.
Family and Friends Support Group: This group meets the first and third Thursday of
each month from 6:00-8:30pm. The group is for families and
friends of individuals suffering with eating disorders to come
discuss their problems, concerns and successes. To RSVP or for
questions contact Enola Gorham at 720-889-4231. The meetings
held at Eating Disorder Foundation of the Rockies, 3003 East
Third Ave, Suite 110, Denver, CO.
Denver,
CO - Minding the Body Support Group:
Minding the Body helps individuals struggling to establish
positive lifestyles after Gastric Bypass surgery or other
weight loss programs. Weekly groups provide participants with
the tools, support, and skills to: maintain positive weight
goals, deal with issues that may interfere with weight loss
maintenance, and interact with others in various stages of the
weight maintenance process. Meeting time: every Thursday from
6:00-8:00pm. Cost: $75 per group. For more information call
303-771-0861 or visit www.bodymindandhealth.com.
Denver, CO Open House: The Eating Disorder
Center of Denver will host an Open House from 3:00-6:00pm. Come and tour their new expanded center and meet the EDC-D Staff as well as
former patients. Refreshments
will be provided. There
will be a lecture on Healthy Body Image by Carolyn Jones, RN,
MS, LPC. This presentation explores cultural and personal factors that
influence body image as well as how to develop increased
confidence, assertiveness, and personal empowerment as
expressed through mind and body.
There will also be a presentation on Families and the
Healing Process by Enola Gorham, MSW, LSW and Ken Weiner, MD.
This presentation focuses on the dynamics of families
who struggle with eating disorders and effective strategies for
offering intervention and support. Additionally, there will also be
a performance by Playback Theatre West Performance at
Lindsay Auditorium in Sturm Hall on the University of Denver
Campus, 2000 East Asbury Ave, Room #281, Denver, CO 80208. For
complimentary tickets, call 303-771-0861 or visit at www.empoweringchange.com
.
Florida Treatment Center News -
"Reality Based Treatment for Eating Disorders." Milestones Eating
Disorders Program offers residential treatment for anorexia,
bulimia, compulsive overeating, and related disorders. The
program is unique in so far as offering a supportive and
structured environment while providing real world experiences
such as preparing meals, grocery shopping, and participating in
an array of activities simulating one's at home setting.
Participants live within an apartment setting and are afforded
opportunities to attend a variety of evening support groups
while attending group and individual therapies during the day.
The program is part of a facility, which is JCAHO accredited
(Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare
Organizations) and licensed by the State of Florida to provide
residential treatment as well as intensive outpatient services.
The overall philosophy of Milestones is one of providing the
treatment within a less restrictive setting than the
traditional hospital environment and providing people with
ample opportunities to put into practice those skills necessary
to maintain their recovery when they return home. Milestones is
intended for those who are not in need of a hospital setting
and are able to demonstrate a sincere desire to recover from
their eating disorder. You can learn more about the program at
the Milestones website at www.milestonesprogram.org
or by calling 800-347-2364.
Support for Parents:
Royal Oak, MI - Parent Coaching Program:
William Beaumont Hospital's Pediatric Department introduces the
Nancy Rambeau Hough Parent Coaching Program for parents of
adolescents struggling with eating disorders.
The Parent Coaching Program has been specifically
developed to assist parents in effectively supporting their
adolescents through the eating disorder recovery process, while
simultaneously providing them with encouragement and support.
Dealing with families that are actively struggling with eating
disorders can be very stressful and frustrating even for the
most skilled treatment providers. Therefore, a goal of this
program is to enhance treatment services offered within the
community. The Parent Coaching Program is aimed at enhancing
parental competence and skill as well as increasing pro-active
parental involvement in their adolescent’s recovery. Participant
Criteria: Parents of adolescents (18 years of age or younger)
dealing with active eating disorder issues; a commitment to
attend and participate in the 12 week program; adolescent needs
to be actively engaged in treatment with a therapist and
pediatrician (minimally, through the duration of this program).
Groups
to begin Fall 2005, free of charge. Time and location: Weekly group for 12 weeks,
Wednesday from 7:00-8:30pm at Beaumont Hospital, Royal
Oak, MI. Facilitator:
Stephanie B. Milstein, Ph.D., Contact: 248-551-2385.
Support
Groups:
Birmingham, AL – Free Eating Disorder Support
Group: Sponsored by ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and
Associated Disorders). This group meets every Tuesday from
6:30-8:00pm at Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church Main
Building Room on 318 Kentucky Avenue, Vestavia Hills, AL. This
group is designed to provide: support and recovery information
for those living with any eating disorder; resources and hope
to the community regarding eating disorders and recovery; a
common ground for sharing experiences and honest feedback in a
safe environment. The last Tuesday of each month is Family
Night where the focus is on providing support to family and
friends of those living with an eating disorder. For more
information please contact Angela Camp at 205-871-4443.
Information can also be requested via email at anadbham@aol.com.
Beverly
Hills, CA - Free ANAD Support Group: Tuesday Evenings from
7:30-8:30pm at 420 S. Beverly Drive, Suite 100, Beverly Hills,
CA. For more information contact Dr. Linda Blakely at
310-286-9171 or email Drlindablakeley@aol.com.
Beverly
Hills, CA – Weekly Women’s Therapy Group: Dr. Linda Blakeley
offers a weekly therapy group for women recovering from bulimia
and binge eating. The fee is $250.00 per month with a minimum
3-month commitment. Sessions will be held on Mondays from
7-8:30pm. For more information call Dr. Blakeley at
310-286-9171 or email Drlindablakeley@aol.com.
Laguna
Beach, CA -- Free ANAD Support Group. This group is held at the
South Coast Medical Center on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the
month from 6:30-7:30pm. For more information or to RSVP call
949-499-7270.
Laguna
Hills, CA - ANAD Support Group. This group meets every Wednesday at 7:00pm. The
group is located at 23461 South Pointe Drive, Suite 190, Laguna
Hills, CA. For more information please contact Kay Poggi at
949-498-5018.
Support Groups in Oakland and Walnut Creek, CA:
Facilitator - Rose P. Phelps, MFT, Certified Group
Psychotherapist and President of the Northern California Group
Psychotherapy Society. Rose’s
support groups offer members an arena in which to find support,
deal with challenges and learn to nurture themselves and
others. Clients also learn to empower themselves rather than
disempower themselves through attacking their bodies by either
starvation, bingeing and/or self-hatred. For more information
call 510-658-4344 for interview or email rosepmft@aol.com.
Petaluma,
CA - Free ANAD Support Group for Eating Disorder Sufferers: This
support group is an ongoing, drop-in group for teens and adults
concerned about body image and their relationship to food.
Meeting location and time: 2nd and 4th
Saturday of each month from 10:30am-12:30pm at 320 Western
Avenue, Petaluma, CA. Facilitators: Haleh Kashani, PhD and
Joan. For more information call 415-898-9772.
Petaluma,
CA – Free ANAD Support Group for Friends and Family Members: This
support group is an ongoing, drop-in group for friends and
family members who have concerns about a loved one with an
eating disorder. Meeting location and time: 2nd and
4th Saturday of each month from 10:30am-12:30pm at
320 Western Avenue, Petaluma, CA. Facilitators: Haleh Kashani,
PhD and Joan. For more information call 415-898-9772.
San
Francisco, CA - 12-week Women of Size group: The Eating Disorders
Collaborative offers 12-week Women of Size group. For more
information, please contact Marcy Dubova at 415-987-4118 or
visit www.edcollaborative.com.
San Francisco Bay Area Support Group: Celebrate Your
Body - A Women's Support Group for Transforming Negative Body
Image on Tuesday evenings from 7:15 - 9:15pm. Women have few places where they can talk openly
about negative and positive feelings about their bodies. They
carry these feelings alone, increasing their confusion and
shame. Through writing, discussion and meditations they
tell their stories, explore how they developed negative body
image, share resources and brainstorm how to manage body image
experiences. With the support of other women, attendees
will learn to nurture, celebrate and honor the wisdom of their
body. For more information visit www.CelelbrateYourBody.com.
To Register call Nomi Dekel, MA, MFT at 415-457-3468 or
510-234-8458.
West
Los Angeles, CA - Ongoing process group for women ages 30 and
above.
This group provides support for all types of eating disorders
and creates a safe place to understand and address the issues
behind symptoms. The group is held in West Los Angeles on
Wednesday evenings. For more information contact Dr. Janet K.
Smith, 310-473-6169 or visit www.weighty-issues.com.
Wilton,
CT - Free Eating Disorder Support Group: The Renfrew Center of
Southern CT offers a FREE eating disorders support group every
Saturday morning at 11:00am (except holidays). This group is
professionally facilitated and is designed for people
struggling with eating disorders and for their friends and
families. For more information about The Renfrew Center of
Southern Connecticut call 203-834-5020 or visit www.renfrewcenter.com.
North Miami Beach, FL – Eating
Disorder Support Group:
This is an
ongoing eating disorder support group that takes place on
the 1st and 3rd Tuesday evenings starting at 6:30pm at
Milestones. The group is open to anyone wishing to attend and
is free of charge. For more information call 800-347-2364 or
visit www.milestonesprogram.org.
Atlanta, GA - Free ANAD support group sponsored by
Peachford Hospital.
The group is facilitated by Karen Macke, LPC and Page Love, RD,
LD. The group is held at 2151 Peachford Road - Atlanta, GA
30338 at the Peachford Conference Center from 10-11:30
a.m. every Saturday. Guests are welcome - including family
members and friends. For more information please call
770-986-1821 or visit the website at www.peachfordhospital.com.
Newton,
MA - Free Support Group: Hope and Inspiration is a free drop-in group that
takes place the first Saturday of every month from 10-11am at
the Massachusetts Eating Disorder Association's Newton office
located at 92 Pearl Street. During the hour, a recovered
individual shares his or her story of recovery, leaving time
for discussion and questions. Contact MEDA at 617-558-1881
extension12 for more information.
Omaha, NE – Family Support Group. The Eating Disorders Program at Children’s
Hospital of Omaha, Nebraska offers a family support group to
all former, outpatient and inpatient families. The group meets
the third Monday of every month from 4:30- 6:30pm in the
Children's Hospital Glow conference room. This program
provides families much needed support to make recovery possible
and successful. For more information or to reserve a
seat, please call 402-955-6190.
Ithaca, NY - Parent Support Group:
This group meets every other week, alternating Mondays and
Wednesdays at 7:00pm at Cornell Cooperative Extension. This is
a free support group for parents and loved ones of young people
with eating disorders. For more information contact Nancy
Potter at the Cornell Cooperative Extension at 607-272-2292.
Ithaca,
NY - Weekly Eating Disorders Anonymous Meeting: This meeting is held
every Wednesday from 7-9pm at 518 W. State St. in Ithaca, NY.
For more information email IthacaEDA@hotmail.com.
Manhattan/Union Square, NY - Free
Eating Disorder Support Group: This group meets the first Monday of every month
from 8:30-9:45pm. The group is free and open to anyone
suffering from an eating disorder or body image difficulty. The
group is run by therapists who are trained and on staff at The
Eating Disorder Resource Center in NYC. Please call
212-989-3987 to reserve a spot.
Mt.
Kisco and Scarsdale, NY - Free monthly support group for family
members, friends and partners of eating disorder sufferers. Gather support, ask questions,
learn new tools and approaches for dealing with a sufferer and
have a place to share your experiences and concerns. This
group is professionally led by a CEDaR Associates staff member.
The meetings will alternate between Mt. Kisco, NY (67 South
Bedford Road) and Scarsdale, NY (Apple Bank Plaza, 1075 Central
Ave) offices. Call for information or to reserve space
914-244-1904 mailbox 4 - leave message with call back
information. Reservations necessary. For more information about
CEDaR Associates visit www.CEDaRAssociates.org.
New York NY – Eating and Body Image Groups:
The Women's Therapy Centre Institute is offering six week
groups on eating and body image problems. The therapist-led
groups will look at the psychological issues behind the meaning
of fat and thin, obsessive thinking, how to feed oneself when
hungry and stop when full - as well as how to eliminate
bingeing. For more information contact WTCI at
212-721-7005.
New
York, NY Workshops: The 2006 B.I.T.E. â Series - The Body Image Transformation Experience.
B.I.T.E.â
provides an intensive therapeutic experience that combines
innovative group psychotherapy techniques with body-oriented
therapy. B.I.T.E.â
is designed for those who struggle with weight regulation,
weight loss, size, perception of self, and body image. Two
linked workshops (each workshop meets for 12 consecutive
weeks): Workshop I -
explores participants' eating experiences,
self-perception and resistance to change, and lays the
groundwork needed for the intense and continuing work of
Workshop II (January 11
- March 28, Tuesdays 5:30 - 7:00). Workshop II - integrates
movement therapy with body image and self-motivation (April
4 - June 20, Tuesdays 5:30-7:30). For more information visit www.franweiss.com.
Fort
Worth, TX – Eating Disorder Support Group: This group is held at
The Frost Bank Building, 4200 South Hulen, Suite 318 Fort
Worth, TX 76109. The
group meets on Wednesday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm. The cost of
the group is $10.00 per session. The group will benefit women,
men and teenagers struggling with bulimia, anorexia, binge
eating disorder, and/or compulsive overeating (minimum of 14
years of age). This group is not a substitute for professional
counseling. The group facilitator is Jacquelyn Ekern. For more
information contact Jacquelyn Ekern at jacquelynekern@yahoo.com
or 817-602-8727.
International Support Groups:
Toronto, Canada Support Group:
This is an ongoing group for women with body image and eating
disorder issues. This is a participatory group where clients
can explore deeper issues and feelings in a safe and
confidential environment. Clients will learn how to get in
touch with and express themselves in ways that are honouring
and authentic. $15 per session. For more information contact
Yana Hoffman CCDC at 416-534-2816.
Online
Support Group: Milestones sponsors an online
support forum that is open to anyone who is seeking eating
disorder information and support. The group's membership is
over 1300 participants, all of whom are either suffering from
an eating disorder or are affected by a loved one suffering
with an ED. The forum can be accessed from a link on the
Milestones website at www.milestonesprogram.org or directly via
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/milestonesinrecovery.
Employment
Opportunities:
Calabasas, CA - Certified Nursing Assistants, Licensed
Vocational Nurses and Registered Nurses: Monte
Nido Residential and Day Treatment Program is looking for CNAs,
LVNs and RNs with eating disorder treatment experience. If
interested, please email resume to Carolyn Costin, LMFT at mntc@montenido.com
or fax resume to 310-457-8442. Website: www.montenido.com.
Del Mar, CA – Physicians, Nurses, and Program Staff: Casa Palmera, a holistic treatment center for eating
disorders, addictions, and pain management in Del Mar, CA is
looking for qualified physicians, nurses and various staff for
part time, possibly leading to full time, in an inpatient
setting. Eating disorder experience a must, inpatient treatment
experience preferred. Check www.casapalmera.com
for more information on their programs. Please send
resumes to johnny@casapalmera.com.
Long Beach, CA – Program Director/Clinician
and Clinical Staff: Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program is seeking a Program
Director/Clinician. Interns with eating disorder treatment
experience are also welcome to apply. Supervision is available.
The position will initially be part-time with the possibility
for full time employment. Non-paid internship positions are
also available. Resumes should be emailed to Rachel@shoreline-eatingdisorders.com.
San Diego, CA – Licensed Therapists: The Conscious Eating Bariatric program is
seeking licensed therapists with eating disorder experience to
facilitate specialized psychotherapy groups for emotional or
binge eaters at various sites across the US. They offer free
extensive training and exceptional compensation. The total
weekly time commitment is 3-6 hours/week. This is a great
opportunity to build your practice and be more visible in your
community. For more information contact Margie Martin, MFT at Margie@consciouseating.com.
San Diego, CA - Lead
Licensed Clinician - Eating Disorder Specialty, PhD, MFT or
LCSW. Sharp Mesa Vista
Hospital has a full-time opportunity for a CA Licensed
Psychologist, MFT or or LCSW to work in a
partial hospitalization program for adults with eating
disorders. This is a lead position with supervisory
responsibilities. Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital has been the
mental health leader in San Diego for over 40 years. Qualifications:
Social
Worker applicants must be California LCSW;
Psychologists must have a PhD or Psy.D. and a California
license; Marriage Family Therapists much have a Masters degree
in Social Work or Counseling and have a California license;
Experience working with eating disordered clients in both an
inpatient and outpatient setting required; Experience working
as a member of a multidisciplinary team; Excellent group
facilitation skills; One year of supervisory experience; Group
facilitation, community outreach and program development
experience required. For additional information or to apply
visit www.sharp.com or
call 858-499-5195.
Denver, CO: Eating Disorder Center of Denver
has therapist positions available. Minimum of one-year clinical experience preferred with
master's degree (MA). Provide group, psychoeducation, and
meal therapy in the Partial Hospitalization Program.
Part-time and full time positions available. Eating
Disorder Experience preferred. Send resume and salary
requirements to: Trish O'Donnell, 950 South Cherry St,
Suite 1010, Denver, CO 80246, todonnell@edcdenver.com,
Fax: 303-773-3402.
Belmont, MA - Expressive
Therapist and Clinical Educator: Klarman Eating Disorders
Center, McLean Hospital: The Klarman
Eating Disorder Center at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical
School is seeking an Expressive Therapist (Full-time - 40
hours/wk, Monday-Friday) and a Clinical Educator (24 hours/wk).
The Expressive Therapist is responsible for developing
expressive/art therapy groups, including body image work for a
residential treatment program for girls.
The therapist will be a member of a multi-disciplinary
treatment team. Qualifications: MA in expressive therapy. The
Clinical Educator (Part time - 24 hrs/week) will be
establishing a communication system between patients,
individual school systems and the team. This person will also
facilitate therapy groups, maintain all necessary clinical and
academic documentation and be responsible for ongoing expansion
and design of the academic program. Qualifications: Bachelor's
degree required preferably in psychology or education, Masters
degree desirable in Education or Mental Health Counseling.
For more information about The Klarman Eating Disorder
Center visit http://www.mclean.harvard.edu/patient/adult/edc.php.
Send resume to tarboxp@mcleanpo.mclean.org.
Boston, MA - Neuroendocrine Unit,
Massachusetts General Hospital: Nurse Practitioner, Eating
Disorders Research Program: Screen research subjects for study
eligibility, including medical history, physical examination,
and completion of case reporting forms. Responsible for medical
management of subjects during outpatient and inpatient visits
including patient teaching and monitoring of lab reports.
Reporting to the Institutional Review Board all adverse events,
protocol violations and amendments to the protocol. Coordinate
the distribution, accounting and safe collection of all study
drugs. Act as a contact person for providers regarding their
patients enrolled in the studies and for possible referrals. Recruiting
of subjects for participation in clinical research protocols.
Explains study procedures to patients. Interprets studies
ordered (e.g., DEXA reports) and provides patients with an
explanation of results. Speaks at treatment programs regarding
research protocols. Submits progress reports to the FDA for IND
research protocols. Interest in eating disorders preferable but
not required. Prior research training desirable but not
essential. Email resume to ibabbitt@partners.org
or contact Ivy Babbitt at 617-726-3870 (Equal opportunity
employer).
St Louis, MO - Psych RN, Full Time
Evenings: The
Castlewood Treatment Center is seeking a Psych RN with a
minimum of 1 year behavioral health experience. Previous eating
disorder experience preferred. Include job title in submission.
Fax to 636-386-6622 or email to apd@castlewoodtc.com and
include the word RESUME in the subject line. For more
information visit www.castlewoodtc.com.
Westchester
County (Mt. Kisco, Scarsdale) New York - Licensed therapist (LCSW,
Ph.D., or Psy.D.): CEDaR
Associates is seeking a licensed therapist to coordinate their
program and provide individual, family and group treatment for
MALES with eating disorders. Applicants must have
experience with eating disorders and not belong to
"in network" managed care panels. This position
offers flexible hours, generous fee for service, room for
growth and opportunity in a private, established group
practice. Fax vitae to CEDaR Associates, Attention: Judy Scheel,
Ph.D., fax: 914-238-9800 or email to JSCEDAR@optonline.net
- please no telephone calls.
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