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When the Solution Becomes the Problem: Avoidance in Trauma and Eating Disorders

Attendees will need access to wi-fi and a device with audio capabilities. About the Training Sufferers of eating disorders and trauma tend to engage in eating pathology to avoid the emotions associated with their trauma. By directly targeting experiential avoidance, clinicians can guide clients to recovery and sustainable change. This seminar will provide attendees with…

Grinding Our Gears: How Grind Culture Impacts Eating Disorder Recovery

“Hustle” and “grind” culture centers around the idea that overextending ourselves and sacrificing self-care are required in order to succeed. While this culture can be glamorized, it can place immense pressure and stress on us. This webinar will discuss the concepts of hustle and grind culture and how these ideas are admired in Western Culture….

Do I Have to Love Myself First? Further Exploring Romantic Relationships in the Context of Eating Disorders Recovery (Part 2)

It is common for people to struggle with self-love, acceptance and self-esteem while navigating dating and relationships. Even more so for those with eating disorders, the complexities of managing relationships while struggling with food and body image can be challenging. In ‘Part 2’ of this webinar series, we will take a deeper dive into the…

“Did I Cause This?”: Understanding Genetics & Environmental Risk Factors in Eating Disorder Treatment

Eating disorders are complex psychiatric disorders and genome wide studies suggest their onset seems to occur due to a complex interaction between genetics and environment. This webinar will review recent genetic research and provide practical, engaging ways to break down these scientific findings in your sessions. Participants will learn how to help clients and their…

When Talk Therapy Isn’t Enough: In Vivo Exposures and Eating Disorder Treatment

Attendees will need access to wi-fi and a device with audio capabilities. About the Training Despite promising preliminary evidence that in vivo exposure work effectively targets the fear and avoidance associated with eating disorder cycles, these interventions continue to be underutilized in treatment. Most therapists and dietitians aim to utilize empirically supported approaches in their…

Virtual College Case Consultation Group

Attendees will need access to wi-fi, and a device with a camera, microphone and audio capabilities. The complexities of eating disorders in college students can present unique challenges for college mental health professionals in effective assessment and intervention. Are you assessing for eating disorders or body image dissatisfaction in your students? When a student discloses…

Professional Summer School Series

This summer, The Renfrew Center Foundation is pleased to offer our Summer School Series, an opportunity for mental health professionals to access 5 On-Demand Continuing Education (CE) courses. These powerful presentations will address core issues in the treatment of eating disorders. In this series, Renfrew experts will explore topics which include: Orthorexia Nervosa Weight-Inclusive Care…

Make a Splash in Recovery: Embrace Your Body This Summer

Between barbecues and parties, vacations and swimsuits, the summer months can be tough in their strong emphasis on physical appearance. The Renfrew Center invites you to join us for an interactive workshop where we will explore how summer may impact body image, and how to navigate these months with awareness and tools. Attendees will: Participate…

Make a Splash in Recovery: Embrace Your Body This Summer

Between barbecues and parties, vacations and swimsuits, the summer months can be tough in their strong emphasis on physical appearance. The Renfrew Center invites you to join us for an interactive workshop where we will explore how summer may impact body image, and how to navigate these months with awareness and tools. Attendees will: Participate…