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Apr
22
Wed
Webinar – The Silent Epidemic of Eating Disorders in the Workplace
Apr 22 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Webinar: The Silent Epidemic of Eating Disorders in the Workplace

Wednesday, April 22 | 11:00am–12:00pm MST

According to the National Eating Disorders Association, eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness. With at least 30 million people of all ages and genders suffering from an eating disorder in the U.S., the workplace plays an important role in either helping or harming employees struggling with or in recovery from an eating disorder.

In this FREE webinar, Center for Health, Work & Environment’s Amanda Kujawa shares her personal story of being diagnosed, treated for, and in recovery from an eating disorder and the role the workplace has served on that journey. She will be joined by Sabrina Scanga, program director at The Eating Disorder Foundation, to present the skills and tools you need to create a culture that supports employees who may be struggling with food, exercise, and body image.

Who should attend? This webinar is intended for individuals interested in supporting employees or coworkers struggling with disordered eating or eating disorders in the workplace.

What will you learn?
1. The impact of eating disorders on the individuals and the workplace
2. How to identify risks and warning signs
3. Opportunities for workplace culture and wellness programs to support or hinder recovery-focused behaviors
4. How to ensure a supportive workplace environment through leadership, messaging, education, and screening

SHRM, and CHES credits available.

Presenters:

  • Amanda Kujawa, Communications & Marketing Specialist, Center for Health, Work & Environment
  • Sabrina Scanga, Program Director, The Eating Disorder Foundation

 

Register here

Apr
23
Thu
Virtual Binge Eating Disorder Workshop
Apr 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

A PERSONAL STORY WITH A CLINICAL PERSPECTIVE

One man’s journey through Binge Eating Disorder, treatment, and how he’s coping through uncertain times.

When: Thursday, April 23rd Time: 6:00-7:00 PM (MST)

Who: All are welcome

Where: Zoom platform

RSVP: To attend please email info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org

Please note a diagnosis is not required to attend these workshops. If you are concerned that you may be struggling with an eating disorder you are welcome to this webinar.

Maggie Moore, MA, LMFT is the Alumni and Family Liaison at Eating Recovery Center. She specializes in

providing eating disorder treatment at all levels of care, including the recovery journey. Maggie is passionate about instilling hope that long term recovery is possible – and worth it.

The mind and soul behind New Beginnings, David’s Story has not only impacted his friends and family, but it’s the inspiration behind his stage presence. Growing from the pain of his loss, he takes a stand to make his authentic self known to the world to show that it’s not only attainable, but right within your grasp.

May
21
Thu
Binge Eating Disorder Workshop: Mending Fences
May 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

MENDING FENCES: UNDERSTANDING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN BINGE EATING AND BOUNDARIES

When: Thursday, May 21st

Time: 6:00-7:00 PM (MDT)

Who: All are welcome

Where: Zoom platform

RSVP: Please email info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org to receive Zoom Link

Unhealthy boundaries can be a major catalyst in the cycle of Binge Eating Disorder. In this workshop Courtney Burleigh, LCSW will discuss:

  • How poor boundaries impact our relationships and activate loss-of-control eating.
  • The cyclic nature of binge eating and how it relates to trauma responses, stigma, and interpersonal relationships.
  • Practical methods to interrupt binge eating by creating positive, structured boundaries in relationships.

Please note a diagnosis is not required to attend these workshops. If you are concerned that you may be struggling with an eating disorder you are welcome to this webinar.

Courtney Burleigh is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Parker, CO who has had extensive therapeutic experience in residential treatment settings supporting clients recovering from eating disorders, trauma, and compulsive behaviors. Courtney owns a private practice and specializes in utilizing EMDR, CBT, Intuitive Eating, and Health at Every Size to support clients healing from trauma, disordered eating, and relational conflict. For more information on services Courtney provides, please visit courtneyburleighcounseling.com.

Jun
11
Thu
Ask the Doc: a Medical Perspective of Eating Disorders
Jun 11 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us this Summer for a new series of workshops with Alsana.

This month, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Margherita Mascolo will give us a review of eating disorders, teach us how the body is affected, and discuss Alsana’s approach to client safety and access to care during a pandemic.

When: Thursday, June 11th

Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Mountain Time

Where: Zoom

Who: All are welcome

RSVP at info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org

As Chief Medical Officer at Alsana, Margherita Mascolo, leads the medical component of Alsana’s Adaptive Care Model™. Margherita has over 10 years of hands-on experience and extensive knowledge in the treatment of eating disorders. Prior to joining Alsana, Margherita served as the Medical Director at ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders at Denver Health. She works closely with Alsana’s medical leadership including Chief Nursing Officer, Lyn Goldring on the development and implementation of our medical care. After completing her undergraduate work at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, Margherita earned her medical degree at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center. Her residency was completed in Internal Medicine at the University of Colorado in Denver. Margherita is board certified in Internal Medicine, has published multiple peer reviewed articles on the medical complications of eating disorders, travels nationally and internationally to speak on these complications, and has earned her certified eating disorder specialist (CEDS) certification.

THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU IN COLLABORATION WITH ALSANA

Mark your calendar for the next workshop – July 16th with Brian Cook, Ph.D. How Lessons Learned from Exercise During COVID Can Inform Approaches to Movement in Therapy and Recovery

Jun
30
Tue
Coffee and Conversation: Pride Month
Jun 30 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

In celebration of PRIDE month, we dedicate this workshop to LGBTQ+ community members struggling with disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image. Led by Dr. Lisa Brownstone, this workshop will discuss the current gaps in treatment reported by folx in the LGBTQ+ community, being part of a minority community during COVID, advocating for equal health coverage, and more.

When: Tuesday, June 30th
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM MT
Cost: Free
Who: All are welcome to join this webinar
Please RSVP at info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org or call us at 303-322-3373 to receive the Zoom link.

Dr. Brownstone (she/her/hers) is a Visiting Assistant Professor of the Practice at the University of Denver’s Counseling Psychology department. In addition to her work at the University of Denver, she has a small private practice in Denver, Colorado. Dr. Brownstone completed her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill followed by her predoctoral clinical internship at Denver VA Medical Center and postdoctoral fellowship at Eating Disorder Care (EDCare) of Denver. She stayed on at EDCare of Denver as a licensed psychologist until August 2019and served as their Binge Eating Disorder Track Coordinator. Her areas of clinical and research specialization include disordered eating and body distress, LGBTQ+ health, trauma, weight stigma, couples therapy, and emotion processing. Dr. Brownstone identifies as a social justice advocate psychologist. Outside of work, Dr. Brownstone plays fiddle and guitar, and loves spending time with her family and fluffy dogs

Jul
16
Thu
What we have learned during COVID: How exercise informs recovery
Jul 16 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join us for our second workshop with Alsana. This month, Dr. Brian Cook will review present treatment approaches for exercise and eating disorders, speak to the impact of current events, and help identify ways to address exercise in eating disorder recovery.

When: Thursday, July 16th

Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Mountain Time

Where: Zoom

Cost: Free

Who: All are welcome

RSVP at info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org

Dr. Cook developed an original line of research examining the etiological role, management, and therapeutic potential of exercise in eating disorders. His education at the Universities of Rhode Island and Florida and a NIMH post-doctoral fellowship at the Neuropsychiatric Research Institute in Fargo, ND allowed him to train under experts in the eating disorder field. This has resulted in presenting research at international conferences (e.g., Eating Disorders Research Society, the Academy for Eating Disorders), chairing conference paper sessions, publications in leading journals (e.g., International Journal of Eating Disorders) and book chapters, and a keynote address at the IAEPD 2017 Symposium.

THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU IN COLLABORATION WITH ALSANA

Mark your calendar for the next workshop – August 13th 5-6 PM Topic: A Nurses perspective on Diabulimia presented by Lyn Goldring

Jul
23
Thu
Binge Eating Disorder from a Medical Perspective
Jul 23 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Topic: Binge Eating Disorder from a Medical Perspective
When: Thursday, July 23rd
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM Mountain Time
Cost: Free
Where: Zoom Platform
Who: All are welcome
Please note a diagnosis is not required to attend these workshops. If you are concerned that
you may be struggling with BED you are welcome to this group.
RSVP at info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org or call us at 303-322-3373

Let’s talk about:

• The medical management of BED

• The shame related to the disease

• Difficulty accessing care that feels supportive

Dr. Elizabeth Wassenaar is a medical director at Eating Recovery Center/Insight. Dr. Wassenaar is boardcertified in adult and child and adolescent psychiatry, obesity medicine, and is a certified eating disorder specialist (CEDS). She is a member of The American Psychiatric Association, The American Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatrists, The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, and The Obesity Society. Dr. Wassenaar has published and presented on a variety of topics related to eating disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and mental health and wellness.

This event is brought to you in collaboration with Eating Recovery Center.

Aug
13
Thu
Medical Complications of Diabulimia with Nursing
Aug 13 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

You are invited to our next workshop discussing the complicated co-occurring Eating Disorder known colloquially as Diabulimia.

Chief Nursing Officer of Alsana, Lyn Goldring will share the overall art of nursing, pre-admission screening process, signs and symptoms around treatment and interventions, and which questions are the ones to be asking.

When: Thursday, August 13th

Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Mountain Time

Where: Zoom

Who: All are welcome

Cost: Free

RSVP at info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org to receive link information

In her role as Chief Nursing Officer, Lyn Goldring oversees and develops the nursing program for all Alsana locations, instituting a philosophy of care based on the Alsana Adaptive Care Model®. For Lyn, nursing is more than a job, it’s a way of life. She believes that developing one-on-one, personalized connections with each client is critical for building the foundations of trust and honesty that is needed for sustained recovery. Lyn is thrilled to be part of a team that shares her passions and commitment to treating the whole person and setting them on a path toward a recovered life. Prior to Alsana, Lyn developed and implemented nursing programs at eating disorder treatment centers across the country. She holds a Bachelor of Nursing degree and is a certified eating disorder registered nurse through the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals.

THIS EVENT IS BROUGHT TO YOU IN COLLABORATION WITH ALSANA

Mark your calendar for the next workshop – September 17th with Allison Burnett, LICSW, CEDS, TCT. How to treat clients who identify as LGBTQ+

Aug
20
Thu
Virtual Garden Workshop: Finding Sanctuary in Nature
Aug 20 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
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Garden Workshop – VIRTUAL: “Finding Sanctuary in Nature”
August 20th
5:00PM – 6:00PM MT
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Sign up for our Virtual Mindful Gardening Workshop!  Join Kate Daigle MA, LPC, CEDS for a fun and nourishing workshop practicing the concepts of mindfulness while receiving many gifts from the garden. There is no prior gardening or mindfulness experience required to reap the rewards of this workshop.
We’ll explore nature as an avenue for healing, mindfulness, and solace in strange times – however it’s available to you. Activities will include a small “scavenger hunt” starting before the workshop, guided meditation, and discussion!
All are welcome!
RSVP today at info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org or 303.322.3373
Kate Daigle is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist who has been in private practice in Denver since 2010.  She is passionate about helping women and men find peaceful and fulfilling relationships with food, their bodies and themselves and works frequently with clients who feel bogged down by anxiety and perfectionism.  Having recovered from an eating disorder herself, she has a special connection to those struggling with these issues and uses body-centered approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and other effective therapeutic techniques to help them find healing.  Kate loves gardening and has facilitated mindful gardening workshops for the past six years.  Participants find this workshop to be peaceful, fun, and enjoy connecting with themselves and others while harvesting gifts from the garden! Kate is very excited to facilitate this special workshop for EDF.
Aug
27
Thu
Health at Every Size: A Model For Harm Reduction
Aug 27 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

HEALTH AT EVERY SIZE®:

A MODEL FOR HARM REDUCTION

Join us for this month’s workshop as Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Meredith Nisbet debunks common misconceptions about HAES®, defines the interconnection of diet culture, weight stigma and eating disorders, and demonstrates how HAES® contributes to improved clinical outcomes.

When: Thursday, August 27th

Time: 6:00-7:00 PM Mountain Time

Who: All are welcome

Cost: Free

Where: Zoom platform

RSVP: Please email info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org to receive Zoom link

Meredith Nisbet, MS, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and member of the Clinical Response Team with Eating Recovery Center and Insight Behavioral Health, where she enjoys engaging with patients, families, and providers seeking admission nationwide. In addition to her work for ERC-Insight and in her private practice, Meredith also provides education and training on weight stigma and Health At Every Size-informed care around the country. Meredith earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from East Carolina University; she is currently pursuing accreditation as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist through IAEDP. Meredith resides in Raleigh, North Carolina where she spends her free time listening to true crime podcasts, practicing hot yoga, and snuggling with her dog, Mac.

Please note a diagnosis is not required to attend these workshops. If you are concerned that you may be struggling with an eating disorder you are welcome to this webinar.