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Art as Healing: The Role of Expressive Arts Therapy in Eating Disorder Recovery

Discover how expressive arts therapy supports eating disorder recovery by fostering courage, mindfulness, and embracing imperfection.

What is Body Checking? Body Dysmorphia Signs

Body checking refers to the repeated examination or evaluation of one’s appearance and is a noted symptom of body dysmorphia. Here’s what you need to know about it.

Virtual IOP Treatment for Eating Disorders: Things to Expect

Virtual intensive outpatient programs offer the structure of in-person eating disorder treatment from the comfort of your home. Here’s everything you need to know.

Small Wins in Eating Disorder Treatment

Recovering from an eating disorder is never easy. In this post, we look at how small wins make the process feel less overwhelming and more manageable.

In the Media | The Surprising Menopause Side Effect Everyone Needs to Know About

New research shows that women in their 40s are twice as likely to have an eating disorder than breast cancer, yet many women struggling do so in silence due to lack of awareness and treatment options. The Renfrew Center’s Erin Birely, LCPC, joins the conversation as clinicians discuss the risk factors menopause and societal ideals present to body image, as well as tips and resources if you or someone you know is struggling.

In the Media | How Somatic Therapy Helps People with Eating Disorders

The dominant treatment model for eating disorders largely ignores the body – but what if we centered it? The Renfrew Center’s, Susan Kleinman, is joined by Renfrew alum, Ani W. to discuss the benefits of dance/movement therapy for eating disorder recovery.

In the Media | Health Watch: ARFID Is More Than Just Picky Eating

Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, commonly known as ARFID, can be quickly dismissed as picky eating. However, if left untreated, this eating disorder can interfere with a person’s life and cause serious health complications. The Renfrew Center’s, Bridget Shertzer, joins Good Day Philadelphia to discuss the disorder, warning signs, and how to help.

In the Media | Breaking the Silence: Deep Dive into Eating Disorders and Recovery with Dr. Samantha DeCaro

While awareness for eating disorders has been increasing, there’s still plenty that is misunderstood and stereotypes that continue to perpetuate in society. Renfrew’s Dr. Sam DeCaro, joins this episode to provide truths and insights if you or a loved one are struggling.

In the Media | How Does Social Media Affect Our Body Image? Expert Explains.

With the neverending stream of fads on Social Media, maintaining a positive body image can be a daunting task. Bridget Shertzer, MS, LPC, Site Director at The Renfrew Center of Philadelphia-Center City joined PHL17 to talk about avoiding unhealthy trends on social media.