Online Workshop: Finding Support for Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating, Navigating Diet Culture, Social Media & Accessing Care
**This ONLINE workshop is for anyone (18+) experiencing an eating disorder or disordered eating and is for caregivers and loved ones supporting people navigating recovery
About This Workshop: Because no one should have to face an eating disorder alone, this ONLINE, professionally facilitated workshop will discuss aspects of diet culture, navigating social media, and finding support for yourself and/or a loved one. Bring your questions or just come listen. We welcome all individuals navigating recovery, caregivers, and loved ones supporting them
EDSNA support groups & workshops are always:
- Professionally-facilitated by people with extensive backgrounds in eating disorders
- Intended to support those wishing to continue on the path of recovery in a safe, nonjudgmental environment
- Limited to a small number of participants to allow everyone to participate fully
Workshop Details:
This ONLINE workshop is for anyone (18+) experiencing an eating disorder or disordered eating and is for caregivers and loved ones supporting people navigating recovery
Date:
January 30, 2023
Time:
4:30 pm – 6:00 pm (16:30 – 18:00 MST)
Location:
Online via Kickstand Connect*
Cost:
FREE
Facilitator:
Katie Poirier, Registered Psychologist
Additional Information:
*A computer/laptop/tablet and internet access are required to participate
About Your Facilitator
Katie Poirier
Registered Psychologist
Katie is a Registered Psychologist with the College of Alberta Psychologists and also holds a Masters of Education degree. She has worked with clients who have experienced eating disorders, sexual assault/abuse (Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton), addictions and trauma. Katie believes in helping clients grow and flourish through a client-centered framework that emphasizes equality and empowerment. She brings compassion and humour to therapy to create a safe place for all to be heard. Her training background involves areas such as Emotion Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples, and Hakomi. Click here to learn more about Katie’s approach.