Saturday, February 15th
10-11am at EDF
with Lydia Rhino, Program Director and Kelly Andrews, MA, LPC
Activity: making Self-Compassion Valentines
Social Saturdays are lowkey hangouts held at EDF for community members to engage with a planned activity and be in good company. Think of Social Saturdays as a way to connect with both self and others through a creative medium.

Join retired Navy Senior Chief Leah Stiles for an insightful presentation on the often-overlooked issue of eating disorders in the military. With a wealth of experience and a passion for mental health advocacy, Leah explores the unique challenges of military culture, from the pressures of fitness standards to the stigma surrounding seeking help. This talk is designed to empower attendees with actionable insights and strategies to foster a culture of support and understanding for those affected by eating disorders.
Leah will also introduce the inspiring concept behind SEA WAVES’ Lighthouse Project: Need a Light; Be a Light. This message underscores the importance of offering guidance, hope, and compassion to those in need while also prioritizing self-care to remain a light for others. Whether you’re connected to the military or simply want to be part of a solution that fosters resilience and well-being, this session will leave you informed, inspired, and ready to make a difference.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to create positive change and be a guiding light for those navigating difficult challenges.
When: Thursday, February 20th
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Who: Everyone is welcome
Cost: Free
Where: Zoom
About the Presenter
Leah Stiles is a retired Navy Senior Chief with over 20 years of distinguished service in public affairs. She is the founder of SEA WAVES, which stands for Support, Education, Awareness, Wellness, and Validation for Eating Disorders and Self-Care.
SEA WAVES provides free clinical screenings, educational resources, and proactive outreach to service members and their families. With Pentagon approval and inclusion in programs like Military OneSource and the Wounded Warrior Project, SEA WAVES bridges the gap between existing resources and those who need them most. Through initiatives like the MEDAL Training Program and the Lighthouse Project, the organization fosters a culture of resilience, informed leadership, and accessible care.
Leah’s dedication to addressing eating disorders and mental health challenges within the military community is both personal and professional, inspiring waves of change wherever her message reaches.
Can’t make it? A recording of this workshop will be posted on our YouTube channel.
Brought to you in collaboration with SEA WAVES
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For questions about this event, contact us at 303-322-3373 or info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org
The mission of The Eating Disorder Foundation is to be an effective resource in the prevention and elimination of eating disorders through education, support, and advocacy. Learn more about us at https://eatingdisorderfoundation.org/
Monthly COPro Case Conversations
3rd Friday of every month from 9:00 -11:00am
via Zoom
We invite you to bring questions and ideas in an effort to help all of us be strong clinicians. Case conversations can provide opportunities to adhere to evidence-based practices, tailor treatment approaches, navigate difficult issues, and facilitate self-awareness.
If you are on the path to becoming a CEDS, group supervision hours will be available. Each COPro Case Conversations gathering will be guided by a CEDS Approved Consultant.
*Registration required by emailing Dani Gilady at dgilady@eatingdisorderfoundation.org
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This year’s theme is “Unifying through Community & Connection”
Once a quarter, we and our friends at Eat Breathe Thrive bring together our communities to answer your most pressing questions about eating disorder recovery and spread the word that recovery IS possible!
We know you because we’ve been you
Are you seeking support from someone who understands what you are going through? Through EDF’s mentorship program, we will match you with a mentor who has walked the path and understands the complexity of the recovery journey. This 10-week program will provide one-on-one support during weekly connections. We strongly believe in the power of connection, meaningful conversations, and creating a community of like-minded individuals – factors we attribute to living a life in/towards recovery. We welcome individuals 16+ from all states in the US. Pairs may meet virtually or in person.
We at EDF are absolutely blown away by the massive interest in our blossoming mentorship program. We have received an unprecedented number of applications from members of the community who want to pursue recovery with us.
Please note that this program has a limited number of available mentors, so there is no guarantee you will be paired. Mentee applicants not accepted this round may re-apply next quarter. You must be at least 16 years of age and a resident of the United States to apply.
How do I apply?
Please view application instructions at https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/request-a-mentor/
To learn more about this program, contact us at cengels@eatingdisorderfoundation.org.
For help finding professional support, or if you are in need of some extra resources, please feel free to call us at 303.322.3373 or email info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org.
Want to become a mentor instead? Read more here.
Monthly COPro Case Conversations
3rd Friday of every month from 9:00 -11:00am
via Zoom
We invite you to bring questions and ideas in an effort to help all of us be strong clinicians. Case conversations can provide opportunities to adhere to evidence-based practices, tailor treatment approaches, navigate difficult issues, and facilitate self-awareness.
If you are on the path to becoming a CEDS, group supervision hours will be available. Each COPro Case Conversations gathering will be guided by a CEDS Approved Consultant.
*Registration required by emailing Dani Gilady at dgilady@eatingdisorderfoundation.org
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