EDReferral.com Newsletter - November, 2004: Table of Contents

Introduction

Research/Professionals Needed

Professional Trainings/Conferences/Seminars/Workshops/Retreats

Online, Interactive Program for Bulimia

Treatment Center News

Support Groups

Employment Opportunities

Books

Marketing Tips

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Introduction: EDReferral.com has become well known for its dedication to the treatment and prevention of eating disorders. We have developed a reputation as the leading resource for those seeking referrals to eating disorders specialists. This month's newsletter contains information on upcoming retreats, workshops, trainings, lectures, outreach, conferences, books, online support, treatment center news, support groups and more!

Research in Progress:

National Institute of Mental Health - International study seeks to determine whether a gene(s) might predispose individuals to develop anorexia nervosa. Investigators need families with at least two members 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. For additional information call 1-888-895-3886, email EdResearch@msx.upmc.edu or visit http://www.angenetics.org.

Professionals Needed/Research:

Eating Disorders Psychotherapists Needed for Clinical Practice Survey The Academy for Eating Disorders, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, CBT, and Hispano Latino American, Special Interest Groups are collaborating on a clinical practice survey that investigates the types of clinical interventions and approaches psychotherapists are currently using in their treatment of eating disorders. They hope to gain an understanding of what clinicians from around the world are actually doing in their clinical practice. If you are a psychotherapist who treats eating disorders please take a few minutes to complete their survey. To complete the survey online, go to www.aedweb.org and click on the link to "New Practice Survey."

Seminars:

Coconut Creek, FL Seminar- Facts and Fallacies about Metabolism, Diet and Exercise. This seminar is sponsored by The Renfrew Center Foundation and will be held on December 10, 2004, from 9:00am-1:00pm. Speakers include Page Love, MS, RD, LD and Anna DeSantis, RD, LD. It is designed for dietitians, nutritionists, mental health professionals and fitness professionals. The first half of the program will offer an overview of the factors affecting metabolism and body composition - reviewing the effects of chronic dieting, fasting and bingeing on metabolism and demonstrating new measurement technology. The second half of the seminar will focus on the importance of internally directed or "intuitive" eating and how that model can be taught to clients. 4 CE credits. Registration fee, $50. To register or for more information, please contact Anita Pinser at 954-698-9222, ext. 3084 or visit www.renfrew.org.

Dallas, TX: The Elisa Project’s Sixth Annual Professional Symposium for the Prevention and Treatment of Eating Disorders-- in conjunction with The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas. The Symposium is Friday, March 4, 2005 at the Southern Methodist University (SMU) campus in Dallas, TX. It is designed for professionals who are seeking knowledge in preventing, recognizing, diagnosing, and treating eating disorders. In addition, it provides an opportunity for practitioners to accrue CME’s and CEU’s. The evening before the symposium, The Elisa Project will have the Sixth Annual Community Dinner in Dallas to bring people together in conversation about the prevalence, secrecy, and devastation of eating disorders. This year, The Elisa Project has expanded this idea into the National Community Gathering™ which involves people hosting their own gatherings all over the world in coffee shops, homes, restaurants, and university campuses. Their plan is to have over 250 sites gathering on March 3, 2005 to create a huge voice to the issues of eating disorders, and they are only 75 away from reaching their goal! For more information, please contact Elizabeth Devine at nationalcommunitygathering@theelisaproject.org, visit www.theelisaproject.org or call 214-369-5222.

Winnepeg, Canada -- Westwind Roundtable on Innovations in Treatment of Eating Disorders March 11th and 12th, 2005 The Victoria Inn, Winnipeg, MB  Speakers: G. Terence Wilson Ph.D. - Keynote Speaker: Stephen Wonderlich, Ph.D. - Integrated Cognitive Therapy: Josie Geller, Ph.D. - Motivational Enhancement: David Tobin, Ph.D. - Coping Strategies Therapy: Theodore E. Weltzin, M.D. - Advances in Treating Males with Eating Disorders. Fees: Early Bird Fee (before Jan 30)  $175.00 Regular Fee $200.00 Late Fee (after March 1) $215, Student Rate $125.00 For more information please visit our website at www.westwind.mb.ca To register please call 204-728-2499.

Retreat:

Caribbean Yucatan Peninsula Retreat - A writing retreat in the Yucatan with Judith Ruskay Rabinor, Ph.D. February 19-27, 2005.  Join Judith Ruskay Rabinor, Ph.D., psychologist and author of A Starving Madness: Tales of Hunger Hope and Healing in Psychotherapy for a Writers' Retreat February 19-27, 2005 in the Caribbean Yucatan Peninsula. Daily writing sessions will blend seamlessly into optional gentle hikes and explorations of Mayan ruins, towering waterfalls and the crystalline water in this Caribbean paradise. Write about your life, your journeys, your thoughts or finally get going on that writing project you've been meaning to tackle. Unleash new creativity as you take time to read, write and rejuvenate your spirit. Land cost including all lodging and meals: $2,025. Not included: Cancun round-trip airfare. For a detailed itinerary please contact zach@journeymexico.com, call JourneyMexico at 800-513-1587 and/or contact Judy at jrrabinor@aol.com.

Workshops:

Eating Disorders Boot Camp and Counseling Intensive for Nutrition Professionals presented by Jessica Setnick and Molly Kellogg. The workshop(s) will be held in Columbus, OH on December 4 – 5; Phoenix, AZ on January 21 – 23; Seattle, WA on March 11 – 13; Philadelphia, PA on May 13 – 15; Providence, RI on June 3 – 5. The Boot Camp provides both therapists and dietitians the medical, nutritional and psychological grounding needed to work with eating disorders. The Counseling Intensive is a practical workshop designed to advance dietitians’ counseling skills for eating disorders, wellness and MNT work. Nine CPE units for Registered Dietitians for each workshop (18 for both workshops; six credits for each workshop in Columbus). Discounted fee if you register for both programs. For a printable brochure click here. For more information about Molly Kellogg, RD, LCSW, please visit her website at www.mollykellogg.com.

Manhattan, Midtown location - B.I.T.E. - The Body Image Transformation Experience - Winter 2005 Program: B.I.T.E. provides an intensive therapeutic experience that combines innovative group psychotherapy techniques with body-oriented therapy. B.I.T.E. is designed for those who struggle with weight regulation, weight loss, size, perception of self, and body image. B.I.T.E. is also designed for those who appreciate that one’s psychological/emotional life can get in the way of maintaining a food plan. B.I.T.E. will assist those who have lost weight, yet whose self-perception is not changing. B.I.T.E. is designed for those who are having trouble coming to terms with the new, evolving “you.” B.I.T.E. works well as a complement to ongoing individual psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, and exercise programs. For a complete description of the B.I.T.E. workshops and registration information, contact Fran Weiss, LCSW-R, BCD, DCSW, CGP at 212-362-6019, email BIDDOC@aol.com or visit, www.FranWeiss.com. Fran Weiss is on faculty at Mt. Sinai School of Medicine, NYC and has been the Senior Psychotherapy Consultant to the Obesity Research Center, St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital, NYC for over 25 years.

B.I.T.E. Workshop Schedule:

Workshop I: Owning My Body My Self, “Why Can’t I Just Do It?”
Date: January 11 - March 29, 2005. This workshop explores participants’ eating experiences, self-perception, and resistance to change. When: Tuesday evenings: 6:00-7:30pm, (12 consecutive sessions - monthly fee)

Workshop II: Transforming My Body My Self, “Now I See How To Get Beyond My ‘Fat’ Head!”

Date: April 5 - June 28, 2005. This workshop integrates body movement therapy with body image and motivational work to consolidate a more positive perception of body size and body/self image. When: Tuesday evenings: 6:00 - 8:00pm, (12 consecutive sessions - monthly fee)

Online Interactive Recovery Tools:

Do Self-help Resources Help People? There are numerous studies on the use of self-help resources to assist people with eating disorders and other mental health problems. The research literature indicates that while both books and Internet programs are helpful to those with eating disorders, the Web-based programs appear to be more effective. There are several reasons why Internet programs have the potential be more helpful than books, particularly with college students and young adults: (1) As documented by data collected by the Pew Internet Project, a growing majority of adult Internet users employ the Web to obtain information on health-related topics, including those involving mental health.  For many college students and young adults, the Internet has served as the primary source of information about the world for a major portion of their lives. (2) Internet programs can provide more than text and worksheets. They can include interactive exercises that provide the user with customized feedback and opportunities to learn new skills in a programmed fashion. They can also employ multimedia presentations to teach key concepts and skills. (3) Internet programs can include a significant support component, in the form of discussion boards or chat rooms.

MySelfHelp.com Moderated Discussion Board: In response to requests from MySelfHelp.com members and healthcare professionals, MySelfHelp.com has now added a support component to its programs, in the form of a moderated discussion board. Members are encouraged to peruse the board and add their comments to a wide range of mental health topics. The topics are organized in categories that correspond to the major MySelfHelp.com programs (e.g., depression, eating disorders, self-esteem, and so on). At present, the forums in Eating Disorders, include "Developing A Healthy Relationship With Food and Eating", "Body Image Issues", and "Help for Binge and Compulsive Eating".  Members can suggest new topics at any time. All posts will be reviewed by MySelfHelp.com staff to screen out any harmful or inappropriate content.

MySelfHelp.com - Treatment/Online Program combination found to be most effective: The research on self-help Internet programs indicates that treatment and online programs are more effective when combined with external guidance. Consequently, MySelfHelp.com has designed their programs to be adjuncts to treatment rather than substitutes for it. Healthcare professionals can request a passcode that will enable each user to review the MySelfHelp.com programs, so that he or she can become familiar with the contents. MySelfHelp.com also encourages professionals to download our "Clinician Tip Sheets" at http://www.myselfhelp.com/About/providers.htm, which identify the parts of their programs designed to help you to achieve specific treatment goals.

MySelfHelp.com’s complimentary 30-day preview for healthcare professionals: To receive a complimentary 30-day review of their online programs, please contact info@MySelfHelp.com and identify yourself as a healthcare professional. MySelfHelp.com welcomes feedback and suggestions.

Treatment Center News:

Colorado Treatment Center News: The Eating Disorder Center of Denver offers a full spectrum of care from partial hospitalization through outpatient, to both 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 and 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:

Aftercare Group: This group meets Monday evenings from 7:00-8:30pm and Tuesday evenings 5:30-7:00pm. The group is an open recovery 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 are held at the Eating Disorder Foundation of the Rockies, 3003 East Third Ave, Suite 110, Denver, CO 80206

Eating Disorder Center of Denver Lecture:

The Eating Disorder Center of Denver and Steven Weinstein, DDS will present a seminar on The Role of a Dental Professional in the Recognition, Understanding, and Treatment of Eating Disorders. For Dentists, Hygienists, and Clinical Staff. The seminar will be held on November 4th, from 6:30-9:00pm in the MDDS Lecture Hall, Ogle Room. 3 Hours of Continuing Education Credit will be given to those who qualify. The cost is $39.00 and is payable by check or credit card. To RSVP, contact Melanie Schimmer at 720-889-4234.

Schedule of Lecture:

6:30-7:45pm -- Diagnosis and Treatment of Eating Disorders, Ken Weiner, MD

7:45-8:30pm -- Diagnosis, Transitional Therapy, and Definitive Restorative and Esthetic Treatment, Steve Weinstein, DDS

8:30-9:00pm -- Questions and Open Discussion

California Treatment Program News: The treatment staff at Rader Programs has been providing high-quality clinical programs for over 20 years. They specialize in the treatment of eating and related disorders. It is their mission to help save the lives of those suffering from eating disorders. The primary purpose of Rader Programs is to treat the dysfunctional behavior in a supportive environment. A staff of caring and experienced professionals, many who are recovering themselves, assist the affected individual and their family in developing a life-long program for recovery. They recognize the complexity of the disorder and understand the medical, psychological, physical, and nutritional aspects of eating disorders. The Rader Program’s treatment approach is centered around the special needs of each individual and they are completely committed to helping individuals achieve recovery.

Pacific Shores Hospital Location in California is a 30-bed facility exclusively dedicated to Rader Programs Eating Disorders Treatment. The facility was specifically designed and fully renovated to provide a warm, nurturing environment conducive to the delivery of the highest level of quality care available. The facility is located five minutes from the ocean in picturesque Ventura County just north of Los Angeles and south of Santa Barbara in Southern California. Rader Programs at Pacific Shores Hospital maintains an outstanding treatment team with extensive experience and training in the Rader Program's proven treatment philosophy.

The Rader Programs website can be found at www.raderprograms.com.  Over 60 pages of information on Eating Disorders topics of very specific nature are presented. They are continuously adding new pages.  This year alone the following pages have been added: Night Eating Syndrome; Athletes; Nutrition; Disordered Beliefs; Body Image; Exercise; Media; Signs & Symptoms; Unhealthy relationship; Infertility; BIOS. You will also find information about their treatment program including interactive photos of the facility, schedules and program overviews. Please visit the website for more information.

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 web site at www.milestonesprogram.net or by calling Milestones at 800-347-2364.

Georgia Treatment Center News: Atlanta Center for Eating Disorders (ACE) is celebrating more than 10 years of service. The 10 Year Anniversary Celebration and Open House will take place on Friday, November 12 from 3:00-5:00pm, at 4536 Barclay Drive, Atlanta, GA 30338. ACE is an intensive specialized program for the treatment of individuals with eating disorders. Their afternoon day hospital and evening intensive outpatient programs use the most powerful, cost-effective, yet least restrictive form of treatment available. Their integrated approach utilizes a variety of techniques which are highly effective in correcting eating problems. These include the use of extensive education and cognitive-behavioral techniques as well as a focus on treating relationship and emotional problems. Group, Individual, Family and/or Couples, and Nutrition therapy are offered. For more information on ACE's program and services, please visit their website at www.eatingdisorders.cc or call 770-458-8711 or 1-877-565-9268.

Lecture Series:

Eating Disorders Program at Children's Hospital, Omaha, NE – Children's Hospital's Eating Disorders Program presents a quarterly Educational Series on current topics related to eating disorders. The next presentation will be held Saturday, January 8th, 2005, in the Glow Auditorium at Children's Hospital, 8200 Dodge Street, Omaha, Nebraska. This series is open to patients and their families, medical professionals and the general public. There is no cost to attend but it is recommended that you reserve a seat if you plan to attend. For additional information about services provided by the Eating Disorders Program, please call 402- 955-6190 or 800-642-8822.

Support Groups:

Calabasas, CA - Support Group for parents, siblings and friends: Six Week Group Beginning January 6th, 2005. Are you the parent, sibling, friend, or loved one of an individual suffering with an eating disorder? Would you like education on the do's and don'ts? Would you like a supportive place to share concerns and feelings? Do you need help understanding communication and family dynamics? The cost is $300 per 6 week session (individual); $360 per six week session for a couple or family. Payment must be received no later than December 15th, 2004 to ensure a place in the group, as space is limited. Please make checks payable to Community Counseling/Eating Disorder Center of CA. Location: 4505 Las Virgenes Rd. Suite 205 Calabasas, CA 91302. Time: 7:30-8:30pm – Thursday. Group Facilitator: Dawn Smith-Theodore, MA, MFT: Dawn is a specialist in the field of eating disorders. She currently works as a primary therapist and group facilitator at the Monte Nido Residential Treatment Center with women suffering from anorexia, bulimia and exercise addiction. Dawn also works in a private practice with adults, adolescents, couples and families on a variety of issues, including eating disorders, addictions, and relationship issues. For more information call 818-679-6204 or 805-382-9966.

Calabasas, CA - Eating Disorder Support Group: Six Week Group Beginning February 17th, 2005.  Are you suffering from an eating disorder? Would you like to share your struggles in a safe environment? Would you like to explore what function your eating disorder serves in your life? Do you want to identify feelings and learn to communicate your needs? Would you like to examine how your family and friends can support you? The cost is $300 per 6-week session. Payment must be received no later than January 31st, 2005 to ensure a place in the group, as space is limited. Please make checks payable to Community Counseling/Eating Disorder Center of CA. Location: 4505 Las Virgenes Rd. Suite 205 Calabasas, CA 91302. Time: 7:30-8:30pm – Thursday. Group Facilitator: Dawn Smith-Theodore, MA, MFT. For more information call 818-679-6204 or 805-382-9966.

Michigan Support Groups - New EDEN Center has opened in Jackson, MI. The Center currently offers the following support groups: 21-week EDEN Process Support Group, the 10-week Advanced EDEN Process Support Group, the Healthy Me Project, as well as the EDEN Friends and Family Support Group. All information, including for EDEN in Denver, can be located on their website at www.edenclub.org. For information regarding the Michigan Center please contact Kathleen MacDonald EDEN Facilitator EDEN Education and Outreach Consultant at 517-782-6734, email edenmidwest@yahoo.com or visit their website.

Syracuse, NY – Support Group for Women with Eating Disorders. The Wings of Hope support groups are facilitated by women who are strong in recovery and offer hope and support for women with all forms of eating
disorders and who are in various stages of recovery. The groups are free and meet three times per week. For more information call 315-451-5544.

Philadelphia, PA – Women’s Body Image Group. Dr. Robin Hornstein will be facilitating an 8-week Women's Body Image Group in her Center City office in Philadelphia. This group will focus on members developing a positive body image and dealing more effectively with messages pervasive in our culture as well as those we send ourselves about body size, weight and shape. Members will examine how negative body image is used by women to limit connection with themselves and others. Embracing a more positive sense of self has been correlated with enjoying the freedom of living in one's body. The group will use art, meditation, music and words to guide the rediscovering of one's body. Location: 255 S. 17th Street, Suite 1405, Philadelphia, PA. For more information or to register call 215-732-6308, sliding scale and some insurances accepted.

Los Angeles, CA - Ongoing Group Therapy for Women, age 30 and up, with eating disorders: The group is facilitated by Dr. Janet K. Smith. For additional information call 310-473-6169. Additionally, Dr. Smith will be lecturing in the fall on November 4 and November 11 on Eating Disorders: When Words Fail: A Psychoanalytic Look at Eating Disorders and Other Addictions. To register call 310-478-6541.

Columbia, SC - A free weekly support group for people with anorexia and bulimia. The group is offered each Wednesday (except the first Wednesday of the month). The group is held from 6:00- 7:15pm at Richland Springs. This support group is sponsored by Palmetto Health, the University of South Carolina's School of Medicine, the South Carolina Department of Mental Health and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. For more information contact Palmetto Health's Assessment office at 803-434-4813.

Columbia, SC - A monthly education and support meeting for family members. This group is offered the first Wednesday of each month. This meeting is free and is held from 6:00 - 7:15pm at Richland Springs. This meeting is sponsored by Palmetto Health, the University of South Carolina's School of Medicine, the S.C. Department of Mental Health, and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. For more information contact Palmetto Health's Assessment office at 803-434-4813.

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.

Duluth, GA - Free ANAD support group sponsored by the Renfrew Center. The group is held at 1045 Parsons Road at St. Benedict's Church from 10am -1:30am every Saturday. The group is facilitated by Karen Macke, LPC and Page Love, RD, LD. Guests are welcome -- including family members. For more information call 770-365-8644.

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. Please contact MEDA at 617-558-1881x12 for more information.

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 accomplish the following: provide support and recovery information for those living with any eating disorder; provide resources and hope to the community regarding eating disorders and recovery; provide a common ground for sharing experiences and provide 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.

Coconut Creek, FL - Eating Disorders/AABA Support Group: The Renfrew Center of Coconut Creek, FL offers a FREE eating disorder support group every Saturday from 2:00-3:30pm. This weekly support group, sponsored by the American Anorexia/Bulimia Association, is professionally facilitated and designed for individuals suffering from anorexia, bulimia, binge eating and/or other disordered eating patterns, as well as their families and friends. For more information about The Renfrew Center of Coconut Creek call 1-800-RENFREW or visit www.renfrewcenter.com.

Miami, FL - College Student Support Group: The Renfrew Center of Miami, FL offers a FREE support group every Monday from 6:15-7:15pm. This professionally facilitated group is for college students coping with disordered eating or those using food as a way of managing their emotions. For more information about The Renfrew Center of Miami call 1-800-RENFREW or visit www.renfrewcenter.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 11:00 am (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.

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.

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.

Ithaca, NY - Parent Support Group: This group meets every other week, alternating Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:00pm at Cornell Cooperative Extension. This is a free support group for parents and loved ones of young people with eating disorders. Contact Cornell Cooperative Extension at 607-272-2292 and ask for information about the next meeting of the Parent Partner Support Group (Contact person: Nancy Potter).

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 just under 1000 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 via a link at Milestones or directly www.groups.yahoo.com/group/milestonesinrecovery.

Employment Opportunities:

Brentwood, CA - Dietary Technician: The Eating Disorder Center of CA in Brentwood is seeking a part-time dietary technician. If interested, please email resume to Mario DeSalvo, LMFT at mario@edcca.com or fax to 310-472-9960. Website: www.edcca.com.

Calabasas, CA - Certified nursing assistants, licensed vocational nurses and registered nurses: The Monte Nido Treatment Center 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.

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