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Newsletter -December, 2005: Table of Contents
Introduction
Research
on Eating Disorders
For
Professionals: Conferences/Seminars/Study
Groups/Networking/Online Courses
For
Public: Workshops
Online
Interactive Programs
Advocacy
Books,
Journals, Videos and Media
Treatment
Center News
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Groups
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Research
on Eating Disorders:
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
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. She 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 Ms.
Kenyon’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.
Bariatric
Survey Help Needed:
There is little published data defining the specific practices
of allied health practitioners who work with bariatric surgery
patients. Consequently, practitioners are left with a dearth of
information on which to base their interventions. Patient care
is based more on individual or small group experience rather
than on established and research-based interventions. Bariatric
medicine is a relatively new field and standards of practice
have yet to be established. This project will identify the
actual practices that clinicians are engaged in and contribute
to the development of standard of care practices in this area
of medicine. For information or to obtain a survey please
contact Dr. Edi Cooke at Edi.Cooke@cshs.org.
Conferences
for Professionals:
New York City, NY - Food for the Soul: Healing Eating Disorders from the Inside Out on January 13-15, 2006 - featuring Keynote Presenter, Naomi Wolf. The Renfrew Center Foundation and the Woodhull Institute for Ethical Leadership have joined together to create this unique conference for female healthcare professionals. Drawing from the best of both worlds, presenters will share their clinical expertise in the treatment of eating disorders, provide participants with the tenets of ethical leadership skills, and focus on the theme of empowerment as an underlying key to "awakening the silent voice" in order to facilitate healing. Workshop presentations will address the following topics: ethical leadership; conflict resolution and negotiation; inner voice; advocacy and public speaking; mind/body strategies in the treatment of body image disturbance; mindfulness and intuitive eating in the treatment of eating disorders; empowerment; fashion, fat and fantasies; when being different makes a difference. Other keynote presenters include Gayle E. Brooks, PhD & Adrienne Ressler, MA, CSW. For more information, please visit
http://woodhull.org/food_for_soul.html
or contact Tara Bracco at the Woodhull Institute at 646-495-6060 or email
tbracco@woodhull.org.
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:
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 – December 2005 through March 2006: 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: 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,
or call 501-821-6651.
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.
WHO
IS B.I.T.E.® FOR?
- For
those who need help to find the courage necessary to move
away from the familiar and onto unfamiliar ground.
Intellectual and emotional understanding combine for a
successful long-term outcome.
- For
those who struggle with weight regulation, weight loss,
size, perception of self and body image.
- For
those who appreciate that one's psychological/emotional life
can get in the way of maintaining a food plan.
For those who have lost weight, yet whose self-perception is
not changing.
- For
those who are having trouble coming to terms with the new,
evolving “you”.
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 http://franweiss.com/workshop_bite.htm.
Online
Interactive Recovery Tools:
Give
the Gift of Healing: Free 2-Week MySelfHelp.com Membership: In
the spirit of giving, MySelfHelp.com is offering two weeks of
free, unlimited access to its entire family of programs and
moderated Discussion Board to all new members. If you have
client or patient who you feel could benefit or who has been
considering trying the programs, simply have them enter
“2FREE” in the account code box when signing up. They will
then have the option of signing up for a discounted monthly
membership after the two-week period.
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.
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.
Books,
Resources and Media:
To
purchase books and other resources at discounted rates go to http://www.edreferral.com/books.htm.
New
release - Healthy Body Image: Teaching Kids to Eat and Love
Their Bodies Too!
Second Edition, by
Kathy Kater, LICSW. Healthy Body Image helps educators
empower students to form a foundation for acceptance of their
bodies, based on recognition of what they can and cannot
control with regard to body size and shape. Through stories and
activities, students are prepared to resist unhealthy and
unrealistic cultural pressures regarding body image, and are
inspired to develop a practical understanding of healthy
eating. The revised lessons are engaging, age appropriate and
based on widely recognized prevention principles. These lessons
are designed to teach students to: develop an identity
based on inner strengths, not on appearance; gain historical
perspective on current unhealthy body image attitudes;
understand normal weight gain during puberty; respect genetic
diversity of body size and shape; become aware of the dangers
of dieting; develop incentives for healthy eating and active
lifestyles; think critically about media messages; resist
unhealthy cultural pressures regarding weight and dieting. To
purchase Healthy Body Image: Teaching Kids to Eat and Love
Their Bodies Too! Second Edition go to http://cart.nationaleatingdisorders.org/detail.aspx?ID=131.
Television
Show:
Second
Opinion Episode on Eating Disorders in Middle-Age Women:
The national health series Second Opinion, hosted by Dr. Peter
Salgo, returns for a second season on PBS this with an episode
on eating disorders. The series engages nationally recognized
healthcare professionals and patients in a fast-paced,
provocative discussion of real-life medical cases. With a
mission to raise the level of understanding of healthcare
issues, Second Opinion takes viewers behind-the-scenes to
discover first hand how doctors navigate their way through
medical decisions. The "Second Opinion" episode on
eating disorders will air a number of times over the next
several months, and will be shown again after the New Year. The
panel of experts includes Constance Rhodes, Dr. Pauline Powers,
as well as a primary care physician and patient advocate. Broadcast
dates and times vary, but viewers can look up their local
station listings on the "Second Opinion" website at www.PBS.org/secondopinion
and click on the “check local listings” icon.
Inspirational:
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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 learn more visit www.casapalmera.com
or call 888-481-4481.
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.
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. 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.
Los
Angeles, CA: Two process groups for women, for those over 30,
and for women 18 to 30, with all types of eating disorders.
A safe place to talk about the issues behind calories, thinness
and obsession with body image. You are not alone in a
supportive, confidential setting. Develop understanding and
trust with others as you work through the complexities of
family, relationships, and self esteem. Groups meet Monday and
Wednesday evenings. Contact Dr. Janet K. Smith, 310.473-6169
for further information or visit www.weight-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 CT call 203-834-5020 or visit www.renfrewcenter.com.
Brevard
County, FL – Free ANAD support group. The
group meets every Thursday evening at 7:30 pm. The last
Thursday of each month is a multi-family group for support
persons to join their loved ones. The meeting place is at 1621
Lake Washington Road in Melbourne (Kol Mashiach synagogue). For
more information contact Lori at BrevardANAD@aol.com
or 321-259-6842.
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.
Eating
(and related) Disorders: NYC Holiday/College Intersession
Mini-Group. If
you are alone in NYC for the holiday, without the presence of a
true support system, you may be feeling especially vulnerable
during this time. Or, you may be home from college for the
holidays, but feeling isolated.
Either way, this intimate group experience can keep you
steady. So, if,
for any reason, you feel “Out there, on your own”, consider
replacing emotional eating/starving/purging with wholesome
nutritious human relating. The aim of the group is to establish
and maintain a sense of equilibrium through those long winter
months. The group will help establish safety, develop rapport,
set goals and learn skills that you can take with you. It will
balance depth with humor and, above all, participants will
enjoy the simple pleasure of being together with a common
purpose. Proposed start date: November 28, 2005 - January 17,
2006. Facilitator: Joan Lavender, Psy.D., a clinical
psychologist with over 25 years experience in the treatment of
eating and related disorders. For more information about Dr.
Lavender visit www.joanlavender.com
or call 212-866-0461.
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 – Free Friends and Family Monthly Support Group:
Friends and Family Support Group for those who are concerned
about a friend or family member who may have an eating
disorder. The group meets the 1st Tuesday of the month
from 6pm - 7:15pm at The Center for the Study of Anorexia and
Bulimia at The Institute for Contemporary Psychotherapy at 1841
Broadway, 4th floor, NY, NY 10023, phone 212-333-3444.
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.
WHO
IS B.I.T.E.® FOR?
- For
those who need help to find the courage necessary to move
away from the familiar and onto unfamiliar ground.
Intellectual and emotional understanding combine for a
successful long-term outcome.
- For
those who struggle with weight regulation, weight loss,
size, perception of self and body image.
- For
those who appreciate that one's psychological/emotional life
can get in the way of maintaining a food plan.
For those who have lost weight, yet whose self-perception is
not changing.
- For
those who are having trouble coming to terms with the new,
evolving “you”.
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 http://franweiss.com/workshop_bite.htm.
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:
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 required, 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).
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.
New
Facility Opening in Oregon: The
Monte Nido Treatment Center is opening a new facility on a
beautiful site next to a river in Oregon. They are seeking a
Clinical Director, dietitian and primary therapists.
The new facility will be
patterned after Monte Nido but they will be accepting 8-10
clients instead of 6 clients. Please
look at their website at www.montenido.com
if you are unfamiliar with their program or Clinical Director,
Carolyn Costin, LMFT. Send resume to Carolyn Costin at mntc@montenido.com.
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