Eating Disorder Treatment Questions and Answers With Several Center for Change Staff

Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. The following three questions were asked of several professionals who were presenting at…

Eating Disorder Characteristics

Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. Physiological Characteristics and Medical ComplicationsAnorexic and Bulimic clients are at risk of serious…

Social Support: The Cradle for Growth and Recovery with Eating Disorders

Author:  Michael E. Berrett, PhD It was 1970. I learned at a young adolescent age to appreciate the value of support. I remember well my teacher, Mr. Monson, and his…

Exploring the Daughter and Father Connection in the Treatment of Eating Disorders

Introduction Attachment theory is very useful for understanding the complex relationships between individuals with eating concerns and their parents. Attachment theory attends to the earliest interactions between children and parents,…

My Experience in Center for Change

Author: Jan Checking into Center for Change was the best decision I have ever made. My Eating Disorder had complete control over me. I wanted to want to get better,…

Intuitive Exercise

Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. Intuition is that inner sense which can guide our lives and what we…

Experiencing Change

Author: Kara Ohlsen CTRS, TRS Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. All of us learn by discussing principles and…

Defining Me

Author: Melanie Aldis Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. My name is Melanie Aldis and I have a message…

Therapeutic Insights in the Treatment of Binge Eating Disorder

Author:   Kimberly Crossley, LCSW and Wendy Jensen, LCSW Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. Center for Change is committed…

Coping With An Eating Disorder During The Holidays (2004)

By: Randy K. Hardman, PhD Five years ago, I researched and wrote an article on eating disorders and the holidays based upon my experiences working with women of different ages…

Intuitive Eating Research

By: Kimberly Passmore, RD, CD Center for Change has used a non-diet approach (intuitive eating) in nutrition counseling since 1999. This approach focuses on rejecting dieting and dieting concepts as…

Plan To Conquer The Eating Disorder

By: Jenelle West, RD, CD Article based on Jessica Setnick RD/LD’s seminar: “What’s Eating Your Clients? Solving Eating Disorders from the Inside Out”; Center for Change; August 22, 2004 Many…

Eating Disorders, School, And Academic Achievement: A Formula For Failure

When a parent, teacher, or school counselor is faced with the need to give advice on ways to help an adolescent with slacking academic performance, it is important to consider…

Eating Disorders: Through the Eyes of a Care Tech

By: Lindsay Lovell, Care Technician Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. I never realized how much control an eating…

A Personal Story by Amy

Author: Amy Gould – High School Senior A great man once said, “That which doesn’t kill me only makes me stronger.” If this statement has any validity, and I believe…

The Neglected Addiction: Binge Eating

Author: Paul Harper, PhD Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. Mary is 47, lonely, socially phobic about relationships, and…

Managed Care

Author: APA Editor’s Note: “From the Therapist’s Chair” is intended to be a forum for professionals in the field. We invite you to forward articles or papers to : ANAD,…

Limiting Dependency

Author: Kara Lowe, CTRS, TRS Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. One of the most common dangers therapists are…

Exercise…What Kind of Shape are You Getting Yourself In?

Author: Calene Van Noy, RD, CD Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. As the Olympics begin and we see…

Food For Thought – Ten New Year’s Resolutions

By: Unknown 10 New Year’s Resolutions You Will Want to Keep! Be Patient. You have to eat a lot of cereal before you find the free toy. Strategize. If you…

Understanding The Three Aspects Of Self: Aids Along The Road To Recovery

By: Randy K. Hardman, PhD Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. It is apparent to me from years of…

Music Therapy: An Innovative Approach In The Treatment Of Clients With Eating Disorders

By: Lynette L. Taylor, MT-BC Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. Many of you probably use music therapeutically on…

Letter Of Hope

Hey Ladies, First of all, I’d like to say that I am going to miss each and every one of you so much! You have all been such a great…

Family Therapy For Clients With Eating Disorders

By: Kipling Rasmussen, PhD Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. Although the origins of eating disorders are complex and…

Eating Disorder Recovery – A Spiritual Perspective

Please note that this is an Archived article and may contain content that is out of date. Women who suffer from eating disorders battle intense emotions and inner conflicts that…