Empower Your Patients, Transform Your Practice
Designed specifically for dietitians and healthcare providers, this course aims to equip you with the tools and knowledge necessary for adopting a compassionate and effective approach to supporting individuals with BED.
Are you a health care provider passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients struggling with recurrent overeating episodes (BED)? Our introductory online course provides you with some of the tools and knowledge to adopt a non-diet weight-inclusive approach and integrate into your practice.
As professionals, we need to adapt, ensuring our strategies are affirming, weight-inclusive, non-diet and focused on long-term well-being. This beginners course will empower you to foster a nurturing environment, enabling patients to rebuild a harmonious relationship with food and their bodies.
About the Course
This foundational course dives into weight inclusive, non-diet nutrition strategies that empower dietitians and health care providers to better support patients with recurrent overeating episodes, such as binge eating disorder (BED).
After taking this workshop you will be able to better understand how to help counsel patients with a non-diet approach that present with the following symptoms:
- Reactive or compulsive eating patterns
- Eating in response to emotions or urges
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Eating to the point of discomfort
What You Will Learn
Week 1: Establishing a Supportive Environment
Our first week focuses on self-assessment and reflection. You'll explore your own reactions and biases when clients discuss struggles like overeating [or eating past fullness]. We will delve into the origins of anti-fat bias and emphasize the importance of creating a non-judgmental environment. This includes careful consideration of the language used and validating clients' experiences without judgment. We also stress the value of diverse learning and provide resources to enhance your understanding.
Week 2: Understanding Binge Eating Disorder
The second week lays the foundational knowledge of BED, including its diagnostic criteria and relevant statistics. You'll learn about the role of neurotransmitters, the spectrum of eating disorders, and the importance of a multidisciplinary treatment team. Additionally, we'll cover the psychological aspects associated with BED and discuss medications. This week ensures you're well-equipped to screen for BED and recognize co-occurring conditions.
Week 3: Nutritional Counseling Strategies
During this week, we split our focus into two parts. The first session reinforces the importance of supportive relationships and addresses how to reduce shame in clients. We explore the motivations behind clients' desires to change and introduce values assessment and fostering self-compassion. The second video session will guide you through managing food preoccupation, breaking binge eating cycles, detecting and respecting hunger, and setting realistic expectations for progress.
Week 4: Addressing Barriers to Adequate Intake
This week, we delve into the various barriers that can hinder proper nutritional intake in clients with BED. We'll address the emotional aspects, such as the feelings of shame and the entrenched beliefs of not deserving to eat. Our discussions will also cover the impacts of diet culture, which often normalizes restricted eating, and we'll challenge common misconceptions like the fear of carbohydrates and the misinterpretation of willpower. Additionally, we explore both physical and mental restrictions, intermittent fasting in the context of BED, executive dysfunction, and factors like food scarcity and insecurity.
Week 5: Practical Application and Case Studies
In our final week, we focus on applying the knowledge gained through real-life case studies. This will help consolidate your learning and prepare you for practical application. The week concludes with wrap-up discussions, providing an opportunity to reflect on key takeaways and discuss how to integrate these strategies into your practice.
Why Choose Our Course?
Comprehensive 5-week duration
Gain a better understanding of the principles, techniques, and strategies needed to support individuals with BED effectively.
Live Group Case Consultations
You will be given an opportunity to present a case during this session for review. Receive guidance, insights, and suggestions on considerations, strategies, and potential approaches.
Engaging Live Q&A Sessions
As part of our commitment to your professional development, we offer live Q&A sessions after each workshop. Get your questions answered, gain valuable insights, and collaborate with professionals who share your passion for helping individuals overcome their eating challenges.
Practical Case Studies
We believe that learning is most effective when it is applied to real-life situations. That's why our course includes practical case studies, allowing you to apply your knowledge and skills directly.
CEC Certificate
Upon completion of the course, you will receive a Continuing Education Credit (CEC) certificate. Validate your expertise and enhance your professional credentials.
Meet Your Presenters
Course Presenter:
KATHLEEN HERNDER, RD, CEC, CIEC
Course Presenter:
SUSAN WATSON, RD, CIEC
FAQ's About The Course
How long do I have access to the course?
1 year access to the replays and content inside the course.
What if I can’t attend live?
All sessions are recorded and you can go back to listen to them at your own convenience.
How many hours is the course?
There are 3 live 90 min virtual session (May 1, 15th and 29th) and two 60 min recorded teachings for a total of 6.5 hrs of learning material.
Now Is The Time To Embrace A New Approach
Our course empowers you to challenge traditional weight-focused approaches and embrace a non-diet weight-inclusive philosophy. By adopting this mindset, you can support your patients in building a healing relationship with food, without judgment or restriction.
Don't miss out!
Enroll and become a champion for individuals struggling with recurrent overeating episodes. Equip yourself with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to make a meaningful impact on their lives.
Take action now!
Enroll today and start making a meaningful impact on your patients' lives. Together, let's revolutionize the way we approach nutrition and empower individuals to achieve long-lasting health and well-being.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your practice. Sign up now and be part of the movement towards a more compassionate and inclusive approach to nutrition counseling.
