Support Groups Treating Eating Disorders, bulimia, binge eating, anorexia

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Barbara Cox, RD. ABC Nutrition Services offers online video conferencing. Call now for a free 15 minute session to qualify for online counseling. Phone: 775-329-0505. Email: info@abcnutritionservices.com Website: www.abcnutritionservices.com

Rachel Quast, M.A. offers phone counseling specializing in eating disorders, obesity and emotional eating. Each individual situation will be evaluated to set up the appropriate team support. Being that these issues are so specialized, they require counselors who understand the dynamics of eating disorders. Ms. Quast is a survivor of anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating, which gives her true understanding of the disorders' dynamics. She uses cognitive and behavioral therapy and takes into account one's past and its role in current patterns. She is very personable and energetic. Ms. Quast values the therapeutic relationship in the highest regard. She is a counselor, author, public speaker and group leader. In addition, she is a resource person for ANAD (Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders) and an official member of NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association). Rachel Quast, M.A., CPT. Call 414-303-1134. Email: rachelquast@9shed.com, or visit www.9shed.com.

Telephone support: Binge Eating Phone Group: Overcoming Binge Eating Telephone support group, Sundays 8:00-8:45 p.m. During the duration of the group experience you will be provided tools to combat overeating as well as learning skills of mindfulness. Each participant will be given space to share their obstacles and challenges with their relationship with food as well as their successes. On-going Enrollment. Max amount of participants is 6. Cost $150 per month (based on 4 meetings per month, in the event of a 5th Sunday, no group will be held that evening).703-953.3310 or email lpc@michellmarket.com or visit her website at www.michellemarket.com.

Beauty from the inside out Self Esteem/Body Image. Teleconference: "Your authentic you is the new beautiful" - Michelle Market, LPC The following skills and techniques will be taught over the course of the group: Learn how to cultivate your authentic self, challenge negative self-talk, distorted thinking and perfectionism, and live more confidently. 4 week training conducted over the phone. The 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month. Cost $200 for the training. For more information contact Michelle Market, LPC at 703-953.3310 or email lpc@michellmarket.com or visit her website at www.michellemarket.com.

Free Teleconference Series: Series is on Creating a Healthy Food Relationship, offered Sept-May Held the 5th Wed of the month from 8:30-9:00pm EST Geared towards those struggling with emotional eating, binge eating, and bulimia nervosa. 2011-2012 schedule: 2/29/12, 5/30/12 For more information contact Michelle Market, LPC at 703-953.3310 or email lpc@michellmarket.com or visit her website at www.michellemarket.com.

Virtual Therapy: I am pleased to announce that I am providing online therapy using Skype. It is completely confidential and there is secure email through this site as well. I provide 15 and 30 minute "check in" sessions, as well as, full 50 minute sessions. This will be beneficial for my clients who are going off to college, vacationing or have a difficult time with transportation, or just prefer to do it out of their own home. Please go to www.virtualtherapyconnect.com/MichelleMarket Once you have registered with the site, you will find me under the list of therapists. For more information contact Michelle Market, LPC at 703-953.3310 or email lpc@michellmarket.com or visit her website at www.michellemarket.com.

On Line Chat Support Group: Tues. nights from 8:30-9:30pm EST, $15 per session, secure web based group, topic based, facilitated by Kate Bruno, call or email for more details. 434-923-4520 Website: www.ontracknutrition.com Email: ontrack26@embarqmail.com.

No support group near you? Try this telephone support group conducted by Brock Hansen, LCSW with over 25 years experience in treatment of eating disorders. The group is offered once a month, on the Second Thursday of each month at 2pm EST. Alternative times will be considered based on participant input. Because the group is conducted through a bridge line, interested persons must contact Brock Hansen by email in order to receive instructions about calling in. The email address is brockhansenlcsw@aol.com. For more information, see the Telephone Coaching Groups page at www.change-for-good.org.

Online Support Group: Milestones hosts an online support group open to anyone interested in finding support and information about eating disorders. The group functions as an active message board and is accessible to anyone who subscribes 24 hours a day in addition to providing a "chat room" for members. You can access the group at: www.groups.yahoo.com/group/milestonesinrecovery.

Diets Don’t Work® Telegroup : The Diets Don’t Work® Telegroup is a 6 week accelerated program based on the key elements of the Diets Don’t Work® program. Each week, participants meet by telephone for discussion and support. Homework and handouts are provided via email to reinforce and integrate session material. Email coaching is provided in between sessions in order to encourage accountability and maintain focus on goals. Cost: FREE for alumni (past and current clients). Call Megan at 800- 711-6336, ext. 129 or email megan@rebeccashouse.org for more information.

Alison Jenkins RGN, RM, BSc Hons, Changing Lives Online Counselling Service: Ms. Jenkins works worldwide as she purely offers online counselling. Changing Lives Online Counselling Service. Alison Jenkins offers a unique online counselling service via a secure encrypted email service. She is one of only 7 people trained in the world to this standard through Toronto University. Alison has recovered from severe binge eating disorder and is able to offer both professional and personal experience to help you in your recovery. Your life really can change; the hopelessness can fade away and be replaced by a wonderful recovery that is better than your wildest dreams. Alison is living proof of what can be achieved in recovery. For more information call 01480 395842, visit www.counsellingchangeslives.com or email questions@counsellingchangeslives.com.

FEAST Free Online Support Group: A group of parents from around the world – helped by an international panel of professional advisors – have formed a group called Families Empowered and Supporting Treatment of Eating Disorders (F.E.A.S.T.). Interactive website with information and networking opportunities for families supporting a loved one through recovery at www.FEAST-ED.org . We offer audio interviews of recovered patients and their families, links to literature and research, all focused on caregiver concerns. Also, they operate a very active online support forum with mentors and moderators: www.AroundTheDinnerTable.org.

Bulimia Nervosa Support Group: A community of patients, family members and friends dedicated to dealing with Bulimia Nervosa, together. Website: http://www.mdjunction.com/bulimia-nervosa.

Monday Night Live Chat E-Support Group meets each Monday from 8-9 pm (CST). FREE and OPEN to all MentorCONNECT Members* Membership in MentorCONNECT is FREE. To join, visit this link: www.key-to-life.com/mentorconnect. STRONG Pro-Recovery Themed Meetings with Homework Assignments. To attend, log on to chat in the MentorCONNECT Community Forums. Group is moderated by MentorCONNECT Founder Shannon Cutts and several MentorCONNECT mentor members who are in strong recovery.

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