Calendar

Jul
20
Wed
Pelvic Health 101 is back
Jul 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Pelvic Health 101 with Dr. Michelle Laging

Join us virtually on Wednesday, July 20th as Dr. Michelle Laging discusses the importance of pelvic health. During our time together you will learn about the basic anatomy and function of the pelvic floor and learn to recognize symptoms that may be related to pelvic floor dysfunction, practice simple breathwork to understand the connection to the pelvic floor and more!

This is workshop will provide the same information covered in the event we provided on June 15th, 2022. This workshop will be less interactive and RECORDED. There will be time for Q & A after the presentation.

Brought to you in collaboration with The Eating Disorder Foundation and Movement is Medicine Physical Therapy and Wellness

For reminders about these events and others, sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our home page https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/

For questions about this event, contact us at 303-322-3373 or info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org

Jul
22
Fri
In-Person Garden Circle
Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

In-Person Garden Circle for Individuals 18+ Struggling with an Eating Disorder

This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.

2nd and 4th Fridays 10-11 AM

April 8th – September 23

This group meets outdoors, masks are optional. If weather requires for us to meet indoors, masks are necessary. Please come prepared.

Please register using the form here.

Jul
27
Wed
Eating Disorders in Sport – Understanding the Unique Risk Factors of Athletes
Jul 27 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Please join The Eating Disorder Foundation and Athlete EDGE at EDCare for a presentation on Eating Disorders in Sport. Dr. Nickols will help you recognize the complexities of identifying eating disorder behaviors among athletes, understand how to leverage an individual’s sport and identify as an athlete throughout treatment and more.

Brought to you in collaboration with The Eating Disorder Foundation and Athlete EDGE at EDCare

For reminders about these events and others, sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our home page https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/

For questions about this event, contact us at 303-322-3373 or info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org

Aug
8
Mon
Mind-Body Connection Yoga
Aug 8 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

*On break for December 2023*

Sign the release waiver to attend our Monthly Mind-Body Connection Yoga and receive the Zoom information here.

The 2nd and 4th Monday of each Month *Check your Timezone

4-5pm Pacific Time

5-6pm Mountain Time

6-7pm Central Time

7-8pm Eastern Time

 

Aug
9
Tue
Life Transitions: Staying on Track of Eating Disorder Recovery
Aug 9 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join Equip’s Director of Lived Experience JD Ouellette, Equip Lead Family Mentor Chita Gastelum, and Equip Peer Mentor Pita Meanata will be sharing the research on how and why life transitions like breakups, moving, and starting a new job can be particularly difficult for folks vulnerable to eating disorders, their personal stories of navigating difficult transitions during recovery, and tips on how to prevent relapses when facing major life changes.

We will discuss:

1) Research and data around difficulty of transitions in those vulnerable to EDs

2) Personal experiences with transitions

3) How to prevent relapse during transitions

4) When and how to get help

Aug
12
Fri
In-Person Garden Circle
Aug 12 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

In-Person Garden Circle for Individuals 18+ Struggling with an Eating Disorder

This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.

2nd and 4th Fridays 10-11 AM

April 8th – September 23

This group meets outdoors, masks are optional. If weather requires for us to meet indoors, masks are necessary. Please come prepared.

Please register using the form here.

Aug
16
Tue
Implications of Eating Disorders on Sexuality
Aug 16 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Exploring the relationship between eating disorders and sexuality.

We will explore the relationship between sexuality and eating disorders. We will review mental health statistics and discuss sexuality implications within LGBTQ+ communities and for those who have experienced sexual trauma. We will also touch on how eating disorders impact sexuality for all those experiencing them.

Kila Peak-Rishel is a licensed clinical social worker, licensed marriage and family therapist, and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist Supervisor. Kaila has over eight years of eating disorder experience with children and adolescents and gender and sexuality therapy across the lifespan. Kaila is passionate about social justice, advocacy, and helping patients find accessible treatment. She is co-chair of Eating Recovery Center & Pathlight’s Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Council in the west region. Kaila presents and consults about inclusive care for marginalized populations, including the University of Colorado Psychiatry Hospital Grand Rounds. Kaila obtained her undergraduate degree in Psychology, Women’s Studies, and LGBT Studies. She received her Master of Social Work from the University of Denver. She earned her Marriage and Family Therapist Certification from Denver Family Insititute, where she specialized in couples and families within the LGBTQ+ and polyamorous population. At this same time, Kaila was training at Children’s Hospital in Colorado in the Eating Disorder Unit, specializing in the Modsley Method. She maintains a small private practice focusing on gender and sexuality and is the clinical director for Eating Recovery Center’s virtual intensive outpatient programming. When Kaila is not working, she enjoys cooking, traveling, and nesting in her home with her wife. She is a big animal lover and has three pups that take a lot of her time. Kaila also enjoys paddle boarding, reading, and all things hair and makeup.

Aug
18
Thu
BED Workshop: Recovery from a HAES Perspective
Aug 18 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Eating Disorders Specialist Supervisor Meredith Nisbet provides therapeutic context and skills support for people seeking or sustaining recovery from BED. Meredith will also discuss the application of a Health At Every Size (HAES) framework to recovery and identify ways to create a meaningful, flexible recovery environment.”

Brought to you in collaboration with The Eating Disorder Foundation and Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center

Aug
25
Thu
14th Annual Candlelight Vigil
Aug 25 @ 6:00 pm

Light a Candle to Remember, to Honor and to Ignite the Flame of Hope

Please join us to honor the memories of those taken by this devastating illness, the lives of those who continue to struggle, and those who have found their way to recovery.

Thursday, August 25th at 6pm in the EDF Garden

Open House with light refreshments

1901 E. 20th Ave., Denver, CO 80205

Masks will be required.

RSVPs are appreciated, not required – https://EDFvigil2022.eventbrite.com

If you can’t make it, we are happy to light a candle to honor your loved one on your behalf. You can click “register” and write a personal message to be displayed next to a candle at the event.

Questions? Call 303-322-3373

or email cocommunitycollaborative@gmail.com

The mission of The Colorado Community Collaborative is to create opportunities for connection, education, and awareness among communities affected by eating disorders in Colorado and beyond.

Aug
26
Fri
In-Person Garden Circle
Aug 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

In-Person Garden Circle for Individuals 18+ Struggling with an Eating Disorder

This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.

2nd and 4th Fridays 10-11 AM

April 8th – September 23

This group meets outdoors, masks are optional. If weather requires for us to meet indoors, masks are necessary. Please come prepared.

Please register using the form here.