Perceptions of the Role of Occupational Therapists in Collaborative Eating Disorder Care | St. Augustine University, California
July 2023 - December 2023

This study was completed in collaboration with St. Augustine University’s School of Health Sciences and sought to understand the perceptions of the role of occupational therapists in collaborative eating disorder care. Participation in this study is now closed. Stay tuned for more information about this study as we seek publishing!

Eating Disorder Awareness Week (EDAW)
February 27 - March 5, 2023

Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW) is an annual campaign to educate the public about the realities of eating disorders and to provide hope, support, and visibility to individuals and families affected by eating disorders. This Eating Disorders Awareness Week, we celebrate Strength through Experience and Knowledge by recognizing that It’s Time for Change alongside other mission-aligned organizations. #EDAW 2023 is an opportunity to center on lived experiences and eating disorder education, which are essential catalysts for awareness and change.

Eat Breathe Thrive™ Spring Series
April 13th - May 25th, 2022

Eat Breathe Thrive™ (EBT) is a seven-week community yoga program that combines mindfulness-based practices and psychoeducation to assist all individuals to improve their relationships with food and body image, build resiliency and effective coping strategies, and practice positive embodiment through gentle and trauma-informed yoga practices.

The Role of Occupational Therapy in Collaborative Care for Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating
February 16, 2022, 6-7:30pm via Zoom
Nevada Occupational Therapy Association

In this session, we will discuss the main types of eating disorders, their warning signs, health complications, and evidence-based strategies to use in occupational therapy practice. This course is intended for practitioners passionate about mental health care or simply those who want to increase their awareness of eating disorders and current advocacy efforts. The information gained in this course will provide attendees with a strong foundation to begin effective and collaborative care for this population and minimize the risk of triggering eating disorder behaviors and thought patterns in themselves, clients, friends, and loved ones in the future.

National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) 2021 Fall Virtual Walk
Sunday, November 7th, 2021

30 million Americans struggle with an eating disorder at some point in their lives. Despite their increasing prevalence, eating disorders receive significantly less funding than other major mental illnesses, and support options are often inaccessible. As a result, too many families are left feeling helpless, hopeless, and frightened – this is where we come in. Through NEDA Walks, we are raising critical funds, restoring hope, and changing the conversation surrounding eating disorders.

Eat Breathe Thrive™ Summer Series
July 19th - August 30th, 2021

Eat Breathe Thrive™ (EBT) is a seven-week community yoga program that combines mindfulness-based practices and psychoeducation to assist all individuals to improve their relationships with food and body image, build resiliency and effective coping strategies, and practice positive embodiment through gentle and trauma-informed yoga practices.