3rd Thursday of every month at 11AM MT
Are you an individual over 18 experiencing binge eating, compulsive eating, or other related behaviors? Are you seeking connections and skills in your recovery?
You are not alone. Join us once a month to share experiences, learn new strategies. and to explore and discuss different topics and themes. No diagnosis is required.
These discussions are virtual. Learn more here.
Last Wednesday of every month at 4PM MT
If you are 18+, identify as neurodivergent, and are seeking connection amongst the eating disorder community, please join us! No diagnosis is required or requested. We will meet on the last Wednesday of each month to explore and discuss different topics and themes regarding being neurodivergent and in recovery.
These discussions are virtual. Learn more here
First Thursday of every month at 10AM MT
Join The Eating Disorder Foundation on the last Friday of each month for focused discussions on themes regarding balancing recovery while holding a professional identity. This monthly connection intends to provide a confidential and trusting fellowship amongst professionals in the caring professions including doctors, nurses, school counselors, therapists, nutritionists, social workers, coaches & others.
These discussions are virtual.
Every Second Thursday of the month, 5PM MT.
This Monthly Connection is for ages 13-17, addressing body image, self-worth, social media impact, self-care and more. All genders welcome.
This group is virtual. To register, a parent or guardian of the adolescent seeking support must contact us via phone or e-mail (303-322-3373 or info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org)
Second Sunday of every month at 9AM MT
Are you an individual over 18 seeking both substance use recovery and eating disorder recovery? Are you seeking connections and skills? You are not alone. Join us once a month to share experiences, learn new strategies, and explore and discuss different topics and themes. No diagnosis is required.
These discussions are virtual. Learn more here
Second Monday of every month at 4PM MT
Are you a romantic partner of an individual experiencing disordered eating or an eating disorder? Are you seeking connection with others who are in a similar situation, as well as skills in supporting yourself and your partner?
No diagnosis for your partner is required. Participants must be 18 or older.
These discussions are virtual. Learn more here
Second Monday of every month at 6PM MT
Are you a male-identifying individual over 18 experiencing frequent thoughts about your body composition or physique, nutritional intake, presentation of masculinity, and more? Is stigma or lack of community for men experiencing mental health struggles a barrier to your recovery? You are not alone. Join us once a month to share experiences and explore and discuss different topics and themes. No diagnosis is required.
These discussions are virtual. Learn more here
3rd Thursday of every month at 11AM MT
Are you an individual over 18 experiencing binge eating, compulsive eating, or other related behaviors? Are you seeking connections and skills in your recovery?
You are not alone. Join us once a month to share experiences, learn new strategies. and to explore and discuss different topics and themes. No diagnosis is required.
These discussions are virtual. Learn more here.
Third Tuesday of every month at 8AM MT
Do you identify as an athlete and struggle with an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns? Are you navigating holding space for both your athlete identity and your eating disorder recovery? Are you seeking connection with others who “get it”? Our goal is to facilitate deep conversations and generate new insights, at this time we don’t have any plans for skill building specifically.
No diagnosis is required. Participants must be 18 or older.
These discussions are virtual. Learn more here
Part of the EDF X Within Workshop Series
Presenter: Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, MD, FAED, FAPA
Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer & Chief Medical Officer, Within Health
Session Summary:
In this insightful session, Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt traces the evolution of eating disorder treatment over the past two decades, drawing from her leadership in pioneering higher levels of care. With a focus on clinical innovation, she will explore the field’s most pivotal advancements—including the rise of trauma-informed approaches, the impact of virtual care, and the growing emphasis on whole-person healing. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how past lessons have shaped current best practices—and what lies ahead for the future of treatment.
When: Thursday, May 22nd
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Who: Everyone is welcome
Cost: Free
Where: Zoom
Key Breakthroughs in Eating Disorder Treatment:
● Trauma-Informed Care: Recognizing and integrating trauma into treatment plans at higher levels of care.
● Binge Eating Disorder (BED) in the DSM-5: The formal inclusion of BED, acknowledgment of weight stigma, and the rise of Health at Every Size (HAES) as a guiding principle.
● Diversity and Inclusion: Increased awareness and prioritization of inclusivity in eating disorder treatment.
● Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): From a little-known approach in 2000 to one of the most widely used treatment modalities today.
● Virtual Treatment: The expansion of technology-driven care, increasing accessibility and personalization of treatment.
Learning Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify three health consequences of weight-loss-focused BED treatment.
- Describe the inclusion and exclusion criteria for home-based eating disorder care.
- List three previously discouraged treatment modalities that are now integrated into higher levels of care.
About the Presenter
Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt, MD, FAED, FAPA
Co-Founder, CEO, Chief Medical Officer, Within Health
Dr. Wendy Oliver-Pyatt is a world-leading expert on treating eating disorders. With more than 25 years of clinical experience, she has developed five distinctive treatment programs, all grounded on a strong bio-psycho-social foundation, and incorporating intensive psychotherapy, with behavioral foundations, and high medical standards. Wendy has developed a unique treatment approach that delves into the underlying issues that place a person at risk for mental health conditions and eating disorders and lead to healing, health and inner peace
Wendy received her specialty training at New York University-Bellevue Hospital in New York City, she has also held faculty positions at New York University, Albert Einstein School of Medicine and University of Nevada School of Medicine. Wendy is Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and in both Adult and Addiction Psychiatry. She is the author of two books, most recently Questions and Answers on Binge Eating Disorder, A Guide for Clinicians. She is a Fellow of the Academy for Eating Disorders and the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals. She has received Senatorial Recognition for her commitment to the mental health treatment community.
Can’t make it? A recording of this workshop will be posted on our YouTube channel.
Brought to you in collaboration with our sponsor, Within
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer Continuing Education Credits for our workshops.
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