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Eating Disorders Parent/Caregiver Workshop Series Week 4: Communication & Language that Support Recovery

Heidi Conto, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, presents a 6-week workshop series to help you learn more about eating disorders and how to best support your loved one. Each week you will leave understanding more about eating disorders, levels of care, importance of a multidisciplinary team, and more.

Join Heidi in Week 4 of the eating disorder workshop series for parents & loved ones.

Week 4 Focus: Using compassionate, nonjudgmental, and recovery-oriented language.

Objectives:

  • Learn how to validate without reinforcing the eating disorder voice.

  • Practice active listening and calm communication strategies.

  • Identify what helps vs. what harms when discussing food, body, or treatment.
    Experiential: Role-play communication scenarios between loved one and supporter.

Families and loved ones from all over are invited to come together to find support, compassion, knowledge, and HOPE, that full recovery is possible.

Workshops are being offered virtually using Zoom platform.

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November 19

Eating Disorders Parent/Caregiver Workshop Series Week 3: Creating a Body- and Food-Safe Home Environment & How to support your loved one through the holidays

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December 10

Eating Disorders Parent/Caregiver Workshop Series Week 5: Caring for the Caregiver – Managing Burnout & Fatigue