Nurturing Nutritional Recovery at Home
How Family Language and Behavior Shapes Adolescent Eating Disorder Recovery
Presenter: Denise Skinner, RDN, LD Adolescent Registered Dietitian, EDCare Kansas City
Session Summary:
This presentation, grounded in a nutritional perspective, examines how to cultivate a home environment that supports adolescents and families in eating disorder recovery. It highlights the impact of family language and behaviors surrounding food, movement, body image, and comparisons on the recovery journey. Participants will learn actionable strategies to promote supportive communication, establish healthy boundaries, and uphold values that align with recovery goals. The presentation will also address common challenges, providing approaches to foster trust, consistency, and resilience within the family system.
When: Thursday, June 5th
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Who: Everyone is welcome
Cost: Free
Where: Zoom
About the Presenter
Denise Skinner earned a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics at Kansas State University in 2018. She then completed her dietetic internship in 2019 and a Master of Science in Dietetics & Nutrition in 2020 from the University of Kansas Medical Center. She has experience working with people of all ages and in all seasons of life. Denise wholeheartedly believes that good health exists at every size and loves to challenge the social construct that weight is the primary indicator of an individual’s health, success, and value.
Can’t make it? A recording of this workshop will be posted on our YouTube channel.
Brought to you in collaboration with our sponsor, EDCare
Unfortunately, we are not able to offer Continuing Education Credits for our workshops.
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For questions about this event, contact us at 303-322-3373 or info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org
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Calling all artists!
Are you an artist with a connection to the eating disorder community-whether as a professional, advocate or personally affected? We’d be honored if you would consider donating a piece of your artwork to our upcoming fundraiser. Your support will help fund our free support groups, education, mentorship, and advocacy.
Questions? info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org
Interested? Fill out our interest form by June 15th: https://forms.gle/fgt7PrYtUffY9Ywk7
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.
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Monthly COPro Case Conversations
3rd Friday of every month from 9:00 -10:00am
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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Join us for an evening of connection, inspiration, fun and light snacks!
Thursday, June 6th
5:30-7:30
The Eating Disorder Foundation
1901 E 20th Ave, Denver, CO 80205
Guests are encouraged to bring spouses, partners, or friends along! All must register via Eventbrite.
Bringing together Colorado’s eating disorders professionals for networking and continuing education opportunities
Our goal is to create a hub for networking and education events specifically for providers and professionals in the Colorado eating disorder provider community under the EDF umbrella. Join us for newsletters, monthly networking, educational events, and more as we connect professionals in the region!
For more info: eatingdisorderfoundation.org/COPro
Civic Center Park – Denver
EDF will have a booth at PrideFest in collaboration with EDCare, Eating Recovery Center, and La Luna Center – please visit us to hang out, get resources, or participate in a fun advocacy
art project!
You can find us in the Mental Health Area toward the center of the festival, near Broadway & 14th (map).
Where: EDF’s PrideFest booth near 14th and Broadway (map)
Civic Center Park – Denver
EDF will have a booth at PrideFest in collaboration with EDCare, Eating Recovery Center, and La Luna Center – please visit us to hang out, get resources, or participate in a fun advocacy
art project!
You can find us in the Mental Health Area toward the center of the festival, near Broadway & 14th (map).
Where: EDF’s PrideFest booth near 14th and Broadway (map)
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Monthly COPro Case Conversations
3rd Friday of every month from 9:00 -10:00am
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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