ED Matters

Today, Kathy welcomes Jenni Schaeffer and Mike Gurr, MS, MA, LPC, CDWF and their topic is biofeedback and neurofeedback in relation to eating disorder recovery complicated by trauma and PTSD. They cover a lot of ground in this interview, including information on a machine they use that you can purchase for your own use.

Today, Kathy welcomes Joel Yager, MD, and their topic is setting treatment goals for those with severe and enduring anorexia nervosa (SEAN). Dr. Yager describes SEAN as a chronic illness and believes hope and recovery are possible while giving someone the best quality of life in a realistic way.

Today, Kathy welcomes Scott Moseman , MD, CEDS, and Claire Gish, RDN, LD, CEDRD, and their topic is considerations in setting weight goals in eating disorder treatment. They discuss why weight goals should be set, why it is such a complex topic, how to address resistance from patients, and much more.

Today, Kathy welcomes back Dr. Tim Brewerton and they have a conversation about developments in the treatment of trauma and eating disorders. Dr. Brewerton discusses the 3 E’s of trauma – event, experiences, effects, and so much more.

Today, Kathy is joined by Signe Darpinian, LMFT, CEDS, CEDSS, and they have a conversation on the importance of developing a friendship with food and your body. There are many factors they discuss including how trust comes into play.

Today, Kathy is joined by Wendy Wright, LMFT, CEDS discuss what comes up when a loved one returns home from residential eating disorders treatment. They talk about the mixed emotions, expectations, and different ways for loved ones to connect during this important time in the recovery process.

Today, Kathy is joined by Dr. Ashley Solomon and their topic is telehealth and eating disorders recovery. They talk about the benefits of telehealth as well as different things providers and individuals need to consider around telehealth.

Today, Kathy is joined by Dr. Jane Shure and they have a conversation about the role of shame in eating disorders. They take a deep dive into shame and then explore compassion, which Dr. Shure identifies as the antidote to shame.

Today, Kathy continues her conversation with Dr. Nicole Hawkins they pick up where they left off about the power of the narrative and what she likes her patients to focus on in their first year of recovery.

Today, Kathy is joined by Dr. Nicole Hawkins and Dr. Hawkins will be talking about the power of the narrative: “My Story.” She discusses her recovery story, the power of sharing her story with her patients, and how individuals in recovery can benefit from sharing their own story.