How to Treat an Eating Disorder : Introduction to Treatment Modalities

with Marissa Sappho, LCSW, BCD, CEDS-S

Thursdays, Oct 16, 23, 30
7:00–8:30 PM EST
VIRTUAL ON ZOOM

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This event is approved for approved for 4.5 NYS CE Credits

Are you a mental health professional seeking to enhance your understanding and skills in treating eating disorders?  This seminar is designed to provide an introduction to various treatment models and levels of care essential for effectively addressing eating disorders.

What You'll Learn:
Overview of Treatment Models: Gain insights into psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Family-Based Treatment (FBT/Maudsley), Internal Family Systems (IFS), and other relevant theories.

Levels of Care: Understand the nuanced differences between inpatient hospitalization, residential treatment, Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP), Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and outpatient treatment.

Practical Applications: Learn how these treatment models and levels of care are applied in real-world settings to support individuals struggling with eating disorders. Each session is designed to provide a primer on different treatment modalities, ensuring you leave with a well-rounded understanding of how to approach eating disorder treatment from multiple perspectives. Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your knowledge and enhance your skills in treating eating disorders. Register now.

About the Presenter: 

Marissa Sappho is the Co-Founder & Director of Clinical Services at Aurora Center NYC, specializing in yoga-based treatment for Binge Eating Disorder. She manages a full-time patient caseload and teaches as an Adjunct Professor at NYU and Faculty at the Center for the Study of Anorexia and Bulimia (CSAB). A co-founder and former President of the New York State Coalition of Social Workers, Marissa's diverse clinical experience spans inpatient and outpatient settings, supervision, and program development. She is a prolific presenter and writer on topics like eating disorders and
social work advocacy. Currently, Marissa is developing innovative treatment models, researching binge eating symbolism, and studying social media's impact on intimate relationships in emerging adulthood.