Esperanza Eating Disorders Center San Antonio Texas

Starlite Recovery Center : Continuing Education Webinar Series
2023-11-28 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
Free CE hour
November 28th at 12 pm CST

“Co-morbid Eating Disorders and Substance Use Disorder”
presented by:
Susan C Mengden, PhD, CGP, CEDS-C

Teach & Tour: Eating Disorder Treatment for the Emerging Adult Population
2023-11-17 11:45 - 13:30 | Esperanza Eating Disorders Center, 140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400, San Antonio, 78232, United States
Eating Disorder Treatment for the Emerging Adult Population
Presented by: Ali Deem, LPC
Director of Adult Services
Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
Friday, November 17, 2023
12:00pm – 1:30pm*
at
Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400
This presentation provides participants with the opportunity to better understand the unique needs of emerging adults defined as age-range between 18 and 25 years.
Emerging adults experience several developmental processes including maturation of the prefrontal cortex, autonomy, increased decision making, development of identity, and many environmental transitions such as academically and living-situations. Outside of baseline developmental processes, we will also discuss how these needs have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
This presentation will explore how to tailor therapeutic interventions to accommodate, engage, and empower clients in this population within and outside of the treatment setting.
Objectives:
1.) Define emerging adulthood and this life stage’s distinctive developmental needs.
2.) Understanding emerging adulthood-focused eating disorder treatment and approaches.
3.) Identifying therapeutic interventions tailored to this life stage.
4.) Identifying the role of support systems outside of eating disorder treatment.

Special FREE Training Event
2023-10-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Esperanza Eating Disorders Center, 140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400, San Antonio, 78232, United States
Family Based Treatment for Eating Disorders:
Empowering Parents and Reducing Patient Relapse
FREE 1-HR CE PRESENTATION AND TRAINING BY:
Theresa Fassihi, PhD, FAED, CEDS-C
heresa Fassihi, PHD, FAED, CEDS-C, has more than 25 years of experience treating eating disorders at all levels of care and is intensively trained in Family Based Treatment.
Family Based Therapy (FBT) is considered Line 1 Treatment for anorexia and bulimia in children and adolescents by the Academy for Eating disorders. The treatment involves giving parents structure and support for refeeding their children and helping them regain independence in managing their own nutrition. Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT) provides additional tools for effective communication between parents and their children. Considerations for how to prepare parents for this challenging work will be discussed.
3 Learning Objectives

Participants will be able to describe the three phases of FBT.
Participants will be able to apply the five principles of FBT.
Participants will recognize the power of parental use of validation in their communication with their children to help them regulate their emotions, as demonstrated in EFFT.

Teach & Tour
2023-09-29 11:45 - 13:30 | Esperanza Eating Disorders Center, 140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400, San Antonio, 78232, United States
Understanding and Identifying Eating Disorders in Athletes
FREE 1-HR CE Presentation and Training with: Rebecca “Becca” Moran, LPC-A
Supervised by Elizabeth Bright, LPC-S
Athletes are statistically at a higher risk for developing eating disorders than non-athletes. Prevention and awareness are key to early intervention.
In this presentation/training, we will discuss the importance of understanding eating disorders and how they affect a person’s body and mind. We will also look at why and how to identify disordered eating early on. Additionally, we will discuss preexisting guidelines for athletes that are struggling with an eating disorder.
Friday, September 29, 2023
12:00pm – 1:30pm*
Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400
Objectives:
Identify eating disorders in athletes
Identify medical and mental implications of eating disorders in athletes
Discuss resources for coaches for athletes with eating disorders

iaedp Foundation San Antonio Chapter Meeting & Presentation
2023-09-08 11:30 - 13:00
Trauma in the Brain and on the Plate
Presented by: Kasi Howard, Psy.D.
Event hosted by: Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
Lunch will be provided
This teaching will cover how early childhood trauma and later traumatic events impact the brain, as well as the brain chemistry of individuals with eating disorders. The interaction between the two will be addressed to gain a better understanding of how trauma can impact the development of an eating disorder in certain individuals.
Learning Objectives:

Gain a better understanding of how trauma impacts the brain
Gain a better understanding of the relationship between trauma andeating disorders
Gain a better understanding of the treatment of trauma and eatingdisorders

REGISTER AT www.sanantonioiaedp.com
1 CE Hour Available – Pending Approval by: iaedp Foundation

TEACH & TOUR
2023-08-18 11:45 - 13:30 | Esperanza Eating Disorders Center, 140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400, San Antonio, 78232, United States
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches to the Treatment of Binge-Eating Disorder
FREE 1-HR CE Presentation and Training with:
Susan C. Mengden, PhD, CEDS-C, CGP and
Dahlia Stone, BS – Director of Emotional Overeating Program
Binge-Eating Disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder occurring in 5% of the population. It can be difficult to diagnose as it is perceived as a weight issue and the treatment by healthcare providers is to prescribe weight loss methods.
This presentation will focus on identifying the binge-restrict cycle and accurately identifying BED behaviors using DSM-5 criteria and clinical examples. The psychological factors contributing to BED will be discussed along with the most effective clinical and nutritional treatment strategies.
Friday, August 18, 2023
11:45am – 1:30pm*
Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400
Objectives:
Review of Diagnostic Criteria for Binge-Eating Disorder
Identify Factors Underlying Binge-Eating Disorder
Discuss Evidence-Based Treatments for Binge-Eating Disorder
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claritycon2023 - A Summit On Children's Mental Health
2023-07-20 09:30 - 11:45 | JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa 23808 Resort Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78261, United States, JW Marriot Hill Country, 23808 Resort Pkwy, TX, 78261, United States
Esperanza’s Executive Director, Susan C. Mengden, PhD, CEDS-Consultant, CGP will be offering two sessions the first day claritycon2023 in San Antonio, Thursday, July 20th.
9:30am – 10:30am: “Recognizing Eating Disorders and Utilizing Effective Treatment Modalities”
10:45am – 11:45am: “Utilizing DBT with Adolescents and Their Families in the Treatment of Eating Disorders”
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iaedp Foundation SA - Chapter Meeting & Presentation
2023-06-02 11:30 - 13:00 | Esperanza Eating Disorders Center, 140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400, San Antonio, 78232, United States
Eating Disorders in Pregnancy: Pre- and Post-Natal Considerations
Presented by: Landry Weatherston-Yarborough, LPC, CEDS-S, NCC
Event hosted by: Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
Lunch provided by: Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety
Women with active and historical eating disorders face unique challenges in fertility, pregnancy, andpostpartum issues. Not only is it difficult for these patients to discuss eating disorder behaviors with theirproviders, but providers may also feel at a loss when working with this population. This presentation will address these issues and suggest helpful strategies for screening and intervention.
Learning Objectives:

Discuss obstetric and gynecological problems related to eating disorders
Explore barriers to diagnosis of eating disorders in pregnancy
Review screening processes and treatment interventions

REGISTER AT www.sanantonioiaedp.com

TEACH & TOUR
2023-05-26 12:00 - 13:30 | Esperanza Eating Disorders Center, 140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400, San Antonio, 78232, United States
Intuitive Eating for the Treatment of Eating Disorders
FREE 1-HR CE Presentation and Training with:
Sarah Nichols, RD, LD and Susan C. Mengden, PhD, CEDS-s, CGP
This presentation will provide an overview of the mental and physical health benefits of Intuitive Eating and the dangers
associated with dieting. The aim of this presentation is to provide nutrition information through an anti-diet framework, and empower attendees to apply the principles discussed into their daily lives.
Friday, May 26, 2023
12:00pm – 1:30pm*
Esperanza Eating Disorders Center
140 Heimer Rd, Ste 400

*Lunch will be included + a tour of our center at the conclusion of the training
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