PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:  This program will present an overview of the treatment of eating disorders, using case examples and videotapes of clinical sessions. The program will cover ten topics which are critical to the successful treatment of eating disorders.  There will be discussion of assessment techniques, managing resistance, philosophical approaches, and family issues. Excerpts of actual therapy sessions will be presented, which can then be deconstructed in order for participants to gain insights into the practical use of theoretical ideas regarding treatment of eating disorders. This program will provide practical and useful information to take back to your offices or clinics and use with your clients.  This program is aimed at the intermediate skill level. 

FACULTY: Carolyn Costin, MA, MEd, MFT, CEDS, specializes in the treatment of anorexia, bulimia and exercise addiction. Ms. Costin is founder and director of The Eating Disorder Center of California, Monte Nido, and RainRock Residential Treatment Centers. She has thirty years of expertise in the field of eating disorders and is a frequent keynote speaker at conferences such as NEDA, IAEDP and AED. Ms. Costin’s books, The Eating Disorder Source Book, and Your Dieting Daughter, have helped professionals and the lay public in understanding, treating and preventing eating disorders.  In January 2007, her new book 100 Questions and Answers About Eating Disorders was released. 

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:  At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to: 

• describe the concept of ED Self and Healthy Self,

• list two assignments to use with eating disorder clients,

• describe a technique for working with clients who are resistant to treatment,

• list two adaptive functions of eating disorders,

• list one experiential technique to use with eating disorder clients. 

INTENDED AUDIENCE:  Psychologists, social workers, mental health therapists, addiction therapists, psychiatric nurses, chaplains, and other mental health professionals.  

AGENDA: 

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM          Registration and Introductions 

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM       10 Things You Need to Know About Treating Eating Disorders 

10:30 AM - 10:45 AM     Morning Break 

10:45 AM - 12:00 PM     Questions and Answers
                                          Video/Discussion 

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM       Lunch (on your own)  

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM         Role Play “What to Do When,” 

2:30 PM – 2:45 PM        Afternoon Break 

2:45 PM - 4:30 PM         Final Summary 

4:30 PM                           Program Closure 

CE STATEMENTS: The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) certifies this program for 6 contact hours.  A certificate of attendance will be awarded.

[APA] The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. SEC maintains responsibility for the program and its content.  This program provides 6 CE credits.

[ASWB] VA Employee Education System, Provider Number 1040, is approved as a provider for continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards 400 South Ridge Parkway, Suite B, Culpeper, VA 22701. www.aswb.org. ASWB Approval Period: 4/7/07 - 4/1/10. Social workers should contact their regulatory board to determine course approval. Social workers will receive 6 continuing education clock hours in participating in this course.

[CNE] The Southwest Health Professions Education Center, Inc. (SEC) is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider # CEP 11270.  This program is approved for 6 contact hours.  

REGISTRATION FEES:  Registration fee is $115.00.  Fee for full-time VA employees is $18.00.  Includes continental breakfast, break refreshments, and course material.  Credit card registrations may be faxed to (928) 776-6137.  Registration is not complete until payment received.  Space is limited.  Please register early.  Refunds, minus a $10.00 processing fee, will be made until three days prior to the program.  No refunds will be made after this date. Confirmation letters will not be sent.