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Newsletter –
March,
2006
Table
of Contents:
Introduction
Current Research on Eating Disorders
EDReferral.com Scholarship Program Update
For Professionals: Conferences/Seminars/Study
Groups/Networking/Online Courses
Educational Opportunities
Online Interactive Programs
Advocacy
Books, Journals, Videos and Media
Research Studies on Eating Disorders
Treatment
Center
News
Support Groups
Employment Opportunities
Marketing Tips
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Current
Research on Eating Disorders:
Postremission
predictors of relapse in women with eating disorders. Keel PK,
Dorer DJ, Franko DL, Jackson SC, Herzog DB. Department of
Psychology, E11 Seashore Hall, University of Iowa, Iowa City,
Iowa 52242, USA.
OBJECTIVE: The authors sought to evaluate patterns and
predictors of relapse among women with eating disorders.
METHOD: Interviews were conducted biannually to annually to
assess symptoms of eating disorders, axis I disorders,
treatment, and psychosocial function on a weekly basis for
women diagnosed with anorexia nervosa (N=136) or bulimia
nervosa (N=110) and prospectively followed for 9 years. At the
last follow-up, 229 (93%) of the subjects had been retained in
the study group. RESULTS: Relapse occurred in 36% of the women
with anorexia nervosa and 35% of the women with bulimia
nervosa. Women with intake diagnoses of anorexia nervosa,
restricting subtype, tended to develop bulimic symptoms during
relapse, whereas women with intake diagnoses of anorexia
nervosa, binge-purge subtype, or bulimia nervosa tended to
return to bulimic patterns during relapse. Greater body image
disturbance contributed to a risk of relapse in both eating
disorders, and worse psychosocial function increased the risk
of relapse in bulimia nervosa. CONCLUSIONS: These results may
explain the long-term efficacy of interpersonal therapy for
bulimia nervosa and suggest that focused body image work during
relapse prevention may enhance long-term recovery from eating
disorders.
EDReferral.com
Scholarship Program Update:
EDReferral.com
and Healthy Within team up to offer our 6th
treatment scholarship - A special thank you to Dr. Divya
Kakaiya and Anita Summers, MFTI at the Healthy Within Treatment
Center in San Diego, CA: www.healthywithin.com.
Dr. Kakaiya and Anita Summers at Healthy Within have agreed to
participate in the 6th scholarship offered by EDReferral.com.
Healthy Within and EDReferral.com have combined efforts to
provide treatment to a young woman in need. This young woman in
college is struggling in the early stages of EDNOS. With
Healthy Within’s guidance and help we hope that this young
woman will be able to utilize the tools that will be provided
to her and avoid the serious and dangerous possibilities that
face her. For more information about the Healthy Within
Treatment Center or the Healthy Within Foundation visit www.healthywitihn.com
or call 858-622-0221. EDReferral.com is not accepting
scholarship applications at this time but we will keep you
posted!
Conferences
for Professionals:
Dallas,
TX Symposium: The Elisa Project’s 7th Annual Professional
Symposium for the Prevention and Treatment of Eating Disorders
on March 3, 2006 at City Place Conference Center in Dallas,
Texas. Featured
speakers include: Timothy D. Brewerton, MD, DFAPA, FAED; Karin
Kratina, Ph.D, RD, LD/N; Katherine Presnell, Ph.D and Stephen
Wonderlich, Ph.D. Professionals who should attend are those
seeking knowledge in preventing, recognizing, diagnosing, and
treating eating disorders. Level I of this symposium is
designed primarily for medical professionals new to the eating
disorder specialty as well as for school administrators, school
counselors, school nurses, coaches and athletic department
faculty. Level II (Advanced) is primarily designed for
psychiatrists, psychologists, pediatricians, cardiologists, ER
physicians, ER nurses, family practitioners, licensed marriage
and family therapists, licensed professional counselors, social
workers, dietitians, pediatric nurses, psychiatric nurses,
nurse practitioners. For more information visit www.TheElisaProject.org
or email TEP@TheElisaProject.org
or call 214-369-5222.
The
Renfrew
Center
Foundation presents A Body to Die For: Advanced Training in the
Treatment of Eating Disorders and Body-Image Disturbance in
Women. This training is presented by
Adrienne Ressler, MA, LMSW and each seminar offers 6 continuing
education credits for mental health professionals and
dietitians. For more information visit www.renfrew.org
or contact Debbie Lucker at 1-877-367-3383. Dates and locations
are as follows: March 10, 2006 in Phoenix, AZ; March 24, 2006
in Indianapolis, IN; March 31, 2006 in Baltimore, MD; April 7,
2006 in Columbus, OH; April 26, 2006 in Austin, TX; April 28,
2006 in Dallas, TX; May 12, 2006 in Richmond, VA; May 19, 2006:
Toronto (Canada).
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. The panel of
speakers include: Bryan Lask, MD; Glenn Gaesser, PhD;
Ovidio Bermudez
,
MD
; Dianne Neumark-Sztainer, PhD, MPH, RD; Gail McVey, PhD. To
register call Westwind at 204-728-2499.
San Francisco
,
CA
- March 25-26, 2006:
The Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders (APTED)
Conference – It Takes a Village: Integrating Approaches in
the Treatment of Eating Disorders. 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.
Counseling
Intensive for Nutrition Professionals and Eating Disorders Boot
Camp for Therapists and Dietitians:
Denver
,
CO
, 3/3-5, 2006;
New York
,
NY
. 3/31 – 4/2, 2006;
Portland
,
OR
, May 5 – 7, 2006;
Durham
,
NC
, 7/28-30, 2006;
Los Angeles
, 12/1-3, 2006. Molly
Kellogg, RD, LCSW and Jessica Setnick, MS, RD/LD bring you
these popular, practical workshops.
Register for either or both (total of 18 credits for RDs).
Whether eating disorders are already your specialty or you are
just beginning to see more ED patients, Boot Camp is rich in
content, resources and support. Counseling Intensive has
cutting edge techniques for working with all kinds of nutrition
clients. For additional information visit www.mollykellogg.com
or www.understandingnutrition.com
or call 214-221-6510. Also available: FREE Counseling Tips for
Nutrition Therapists at www.mollykellogg.com.
Bacelona,
Spain Conference, June 10-16, 2006: The Academy for Eating
Disorders invites you to participate in the 2006 International
Conference on Eating Disorders on June 7-10 at the beautiful
Hotel
Fira
Palace
in
Barcelona
,
Spain
.
The ICED is a gathering place for professionals and advocates
engaged in research, treatment and prevention of eating
disorders. Each year, ICED attendees, faculty, supporters and
exhibitors create a unique, inspiring and intensive environment
for education, training, collaboration and dialogue. For more
information visit www.aedweb.org.
Chicago,
IL Conference: iaedp ™ Symposium 2006: Integrating the Body,
Brain, and Spirit: New Trends for Eating Disorders Treatment,
July 13-16, 2006.
Location: Marriott Downtown on the Magnificent Mile -
Chicago
,
IL
. For more information or to register visit www.iaedp.com.
Professional
Study Groups and Training:
Bariatric
Surgery Aftercare - My Self Design Provider Training Schedule
2006: Dates: June 23-24, July 15-16, August 4-5, 2006. Join
clinicians in
Pennsylvania
,
New Jersey
and
Connecticut
, who are certified to offer a unique and effective CBT
aftercare program for bariatric surgery patients.
My Self Design provides monthly individual treatment for
2 years post-op. Patients
develop healthy new lifestyle designs while expanding their
personal coping strategies, maximizing their surgical weight
losses and making them permanent.
To learn more about becoming a My Self Design provider
visit www.myselfdesign.com or contact Carol Signore, LMFT, FAED,
at 215 540-9675 or email Carol@myselfdesign.com.
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.
Educational
Opportunities:
Plymouth
,
NH
: Graduate Eating Disorders Institute,
Plymouth
State
University
.
Mardie Burckes-Miller, Ed.D. CHES, CEDS serves as the director
and a professor of a new unique eating disorders focused
graduate program. At
Plymouth
State
University
, you can become more informed about the many faces and facets
of eating disorders and become a catalyst for action. If you
have a bachelor's degree or higher and an interest in the field
of eating disorders, come to
Plymouth
State
. You can enroll in a stand- alone 15 credit Eating Disorders
Institute, an MED
with a 15 credit focus in Eating Disorders, or for those
professionals with a MED/MS a Certificate of Advanced Graduate
Studies with a focus in Eating Disorders. Unique features
include: weekend format for working professionals, small
classes, faculty who are eating disorders professionals,
students from a variety of disciplines, hands-on courses. For
more information about the up-coming first course within the
program, Eating Disorders Awareness beginning this spring or
the program, contact Mardie Burckes-Miller at Margaret@plymouth.edu or 603-535-2515.
Online
Interactive Recovery Tools:
20%
Discount on MySelfHelp.com Memberships for National Eating
Disorders Awareness Week (NEDAW): In honor of NEDAW,
MySelfHelp.com is a 20% membership discount on its family of
online, interactive self-help programs for individuals
suffering from eating disorders, depression, stress, and other
mental health problems. If you have client or patient who you
feel could benefit from some extra help, simply have them enter
"NEDAW06" in the account code box when signing up.
They will then have access to the entire family of programs as
well as the moderated Discussion Board for only $12.00 per
month.
Clinical
Trials Show Positive Results:
MySelfHelp.com just completed clinical outcome studies on the
Stop Binge Eating, Take Control of Bulimia, Defeating
Depression, and Conquer Insomnia programs, and the results show
that the online programs are highly effective. Results will be
posted in an upcoming newsletter.
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.
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.
Prevention
of Eating Problems and Eating Disorders by Michael P. Levine
and Linda Smolak.
This is the first authored volume to offer a detailed,
integrated analysis of the field of eating problems and
disorders with the theory, research, and practical experience
form community and developmental psychology, public health,
psychiatry, and dietetics. The book highlights connections
between the prevention of eating problems and disorders and (a)
theory and research in the areas of prevention and health
promotion; (b) theoretical models of risk development and
prevention (e.g., developmental psychopathology, social
cognitive theory, feminist theory, and ecological approaches);
and (c) related research on the prevention of smoking and
alcohol use. It is the most comprehensive book available on the
study of prevention programs, especially on those developed for
children and adolescents. To
order visit http://www.edreferral.com/books.htm
and click on the Gurze Books banner.
Research
Studies 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 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. Phone interviews can also be conducted if participants
reside out of the area. Each couple will receive a book on
eating disorders as a thank you for participating. If
interested, call Rebecca Kenyon, MA, MFT at 858-229-3420 or
email rebeccajkenyon@hotmail.com.
Research
Study - San Diego Study on Eating Disorders and Massage:
If you are a woman (at least 18 years old) struggling with an
eating disorder, you are invited you to join a massage class to
learn how to give and receive massage.
This is part of a research study that will teach
participants not only how to give massage, but how to improve
their ability to become deeply soothed, become more comfortable
with their body, improve self-esteem, and reduce depression.
The class lasts 8 weeks, and participants will be given the
instructional DVD series in order to practice on their own
between classes and to practice with others in the future.
Classes will be held in
San Diego
. Requirements for Participation: must be female; must be 18
years of age; must currently have or to have had within the
last 5 years a diagnosis of Anorexia Nervosa or Bulimia
Nervosa; must be able to get to the study location. If
interested or to inquire about the study, contact Jeanine
Pontes, M.A.: 209-535-3501. This research study has been
approved by the Institutional Review Board at California School
of Professional Psychology at
Alliant
International
University
,
San Diego
.
Data
Collection – Confidential Survey on Weight Histories:
Dr. Jan Yager is conducting a confidential survey on weight
histories and welcomes participants, both male and female.
Participants DON'T have to be overweight, underweight, or have
an eating disorder to participate. She is looking to research
those who have and do not have weight challenges, even those
who are currently doing okay with their weight issues but have
had issues in the past. She is finishing up a new book and the
surveys are background research for that book. To participate,
email jyager@aol.com with
your age and return email address. Completed surveys can be
returned by email, fax, or mail (information is in the survey).
You must be 18 or older to participate. For more information on
Jan Yager, PhD visit www.DrJanYager.com.
Inspirational:
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of Real Women.
Every card tells a story, and carries a loving, inspirational,
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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:
• Professional Network: Visit
professionals.remudaranch.com for resources and continuing
education opportunities.
• Complimentary Educational Consultation Service:
Call 1-800-445-1900 ext. 5288 or email consult@remudaranch.com
for answers to your eating disorder related questions.
• Educational Luncheons: Visit remudaranch.com/register
to learn more about locations and dates.
• The Remuda Review: The Christian Journal of
Eating Disorders: Call 1-800-445-1900 ext. 5251 to order your
complimentary subscription.
When inpatient treatment is needed, call Remuda
Ranch at 1-800-445-1900. “By partnering together, we can make
recovery a reality.”
Agoura
Hills
,
CA
Treatment
Center
News - Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program: Carolyn
Costin has opened an 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.
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
that 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.
Wisconsin
Treatment
Center
News: New
Rogers
Memorial program specific to co-occurring eating disorders and
anxiety disorders.
It is estimated that up to 50% of patients with eating
disorders also suffer with medication-resistant depression
and/or anxiety disorders, including obsessive-compulsive
disorder or OC-spectrum disorders.
For adults with these co-occurring disorders, the new
8-bed residential
Adult
Center
at Rogers Memorial is available today:
- 31
hours of cognitive behavioral therapy per week
- Integrated
psychotherapy focused on body image
Patients receive expert care directed by two
nationally recognized experts:
- Theodore
E. Weltzin, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist specializing
in the research and treatment of eating disorders and
medical director of these services at Rogers Memorial
- Bradley
C. Riemann, a licensed psychologist, clinical director of
the OCD Center at Rogers Memorial, and member of the
Scientific Advisory Board of the Obsessive Compulsive
Foundation.
Call Rogers Memorial outreach staff today at 1-800-767-4411
ext. 309 or ext. 247 to learn more and to schedule a tour.
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).
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.
Berkeley
,
CA
and
San Francisco
,
CA
Support Groups.
Group therapy is a powerful tool for eating disorder treatment.
Learn alternatives to eating disorder thoughts and
behavior and new ways to cope with life's challenges while
gaining support and reducing isolation. For more information,
contact Alison McCabe, MFT at 510-273-9969 or visit www.alisonmccabe.com.
Beverly
Hills, CA Support Group. Support Group meetings
sponsored by Linda Blakeley, Ph.D. meet every Tuesday at 8pm.
For more information call 310-286-9171 or visit www.drlindablakeley.com.
Beverly Hills
,
CA
- Feeding the Soul
Eating Disorder and Body Image Ongoing Process Group.
This is an ongoing process group limited to 6 participants. In
addition to general discussion and support, topics include:
body image and the media; empowerment without (food)
restriction; intuitive eating/mindful eating; food and
feelings; gentle nutrition and exercise; hungers and desires;
hormones and appetite control; and the fallacy of food
addiction. The group meets Monday evenings from 7pm-8:30pm in
Beverly Hills
,
CA
. For further information contact erinnaimi@heartofnutrition.com
or 310-551-0233.
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 949-240-7806.
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. This
group offers members an arena in which to find support, deal
with challenges and learn to nurture themselves and others. 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, CA 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 information
visit www.celebrateyourbody.com.
To register call
Nomi Dekel
,
MA
, MFT at 415-457-3468 or 510-234-8458.
Los
Angeles, CA: Two process groups for women, one for those over
30, and one for women 18 to 30, with all types of eating
disorders.
This is a safe place to talk about the issues behind calories,
thinness and obsession with body image. This group will take
place 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.weighty-issues.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. For more information contact BrevardANAD@aol.com
or 321-259-6842.
Florida
– Free Support Group: The National Association of
Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders is holding a support
group for men and women with anorexia, bulimia, and
binge-eating disorders at Florida Hospital Memorial Division,
Ormond Beach Campus, Tuesday and Thursday evenings. For
additional information regarding times and meeting place, call
386-437-9590 or email janet0409@hotmail.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 MEDA (an eating disorder
treatment and prevention organization) office in
Newton
, 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 extension 12 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- 6:00pm 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 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.
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. 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 – 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.
Ambler,
PA: Bariatric Surgery Support/Therapy Groups: For
more information about support groups in your area contact
Carol Signore, LMFT, at 215-540-9675 or email Carol@myselfdesign.com.
Glenside
,
PA
(outside of
Philadelphia
): Nurture your Creativity –Nurture your Life ongoing group
therapy.
Explore thoughts and feelings in a supportive and safe
environment. Exploration of family, school and peer
relationships will be discussed with special attention to
self-esteem, lifestyle choices and future goals. The use of
art, creative writing and dialog in this group uniquely honors
you and your struggles and triumphs. The groups meet in
eight-week sessions and the cost is $40 per group. For more
information contact Michelle L. Dean, ATR-BC, LPC, Board
Certified Art Psychotherapist and Licensed Professional
Counselor at 215-885-0642. Individual and family counseling,
supervision and professional training also available. The
Girls’ Group meets on Tuesdays from 4-5:30pm. The Womens’
Group meets on Tuesdays from 6-7:30pm.
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.
Salt Lake City
,
UT
- New Life Foundation
provides two free support groups: (1) The Recovery
Support Group is held every Wednesday from 5:30- 6:30 pm. This
self-help support group for individuals suffering from an
eating disorder offers a chance to gain hope and strength for
recovery. (2) The Friends and Family Support Group is held on
the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month from 5:30-6:30 pm.
This self-help support group offers an opportunity to gain
insight and awareness about how to support a loved one during
his/her recovery. Both self-help support groups are held at New
Life Foundation 1255 East 3900 South,
Ste
301
(3rd Floor). Visit the website for more information www.newlifefoundation.cc
or call Sabrina Martinez at 801-983-6441.
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 eating disorder. 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
: Assessment
Coordinator, Rader Programs.
Calabasas
,
California
Location.
Licensed or Unlicensed. 12 Step Orientation. Fax resume
to 310-880-3750 or email ed@raderprograms.com.
Oxnard
,
CA
: Counselor, Rader
Programs.
Oxnard
,
California
Location. Licensed or Unlicensed. 12
Step Orientation. Fax resumes to 310-880-3750 or email ed@raderprograms.com.
Missouri
- Administrative
Assistant:
Castlewood
Treatment
Center
is seeking an Administrative Assistant. Duties include: A/P,
A/R, HR tasks, payroll skills required: MS Office with Excel
proficiency, multi-line phones, superior written and verbal
communication skills, must be organized and have
self-initiative. Fax resume to 314-822-0345.
Missouri
– Maintenance:
Castlewood
Treatment
Center
is seeking a motivated groundskeeper/facility maintenance
person for their 10 acre residential center. Fax resume to
314-822-0345.
Tulsa
,
OK
- The Eating Disorders
Program at Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital is seeking
a Clinical Manager. This
position will supervise all aspects of nursing care for
approximately 40 adult, adolescent acute and residential
patients. The Eating Disorders Program under the leadership of
Craig Johnson, PhD and
Ovidio Bermudez
,
MD
is entering its 17th year of operation. Situated in the rolling
hills of
South Tulsa
, the Eating Disorders Program has a picturesque landscape
within a park-like setting. This position offers a unique
opportunity for participation in a nationally recognized and
innovative program. Qualifications include: Bachelor's degree
in Nursing; Master's degree in Nursing is highly desirable;
Valid Oklahoma Registered Nurse License; Eating Disorders
experience preferred; Five years supervisory nursing
experience. Contact
information: Apply online at www.laureate.com
or contact
Tricia Way
, PHR Human Resources at 918-491-3742.
Tulsa
,
OK
- The Eating Disorders
Program at Laureate Psychiatric Clinic and Hospital is seeking
a Licensed Therapist for the Adolescent Program. This position will
provide individual, family, and group therapy to adolescents in
acute, residential, and partial-hospital care. Qualifications
include: Master's degree in mental health field;
Oklahoma
eligible for LCSW, LPC, or LMFT; Eating Disorders experience
preferred. Contact information: Apply online at www.laureate.com
or contact
Tricia Way
, PHR Human Resources at 918-491-3742.
New
Facility Opening in
Eugene
,
OR
: Monte Nido is looking for a clinical director to run its new
sister facility, RainRock, in Eugene Oregon.
RainRock is located on the
McKenzie
River
and is scheduled to open April 1st, 2006 and will follow the
philosophy and protocols of the successful treatment program
developed by Carolyn Costin at Monte Nido in
Malibu
,
California
. Candidates must have 2 years of eating disorder experience,
salary based on experience, contact Carolyn Costin at mntc@montenido.com
or 310-457-9958.
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