Hey, That’s My Scope: Bridging the Gap Between Therapeutic & Dietary Practices in Eating Disorder Treatment
Hey, That’s My Scope: Bridging the Gap Between Therapeutic & Dietary Practices in Eating Disorder Treatment
Information
Date & Time
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Learning Objectives
Participants will be able to:
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At the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: Following the presentation, attendee will have at least one discussion topic to bridge the gap between therapeutic and dietetic practices.
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Following the presentation, attendees will be able to define the crossover between the therapeutic and dietetic scopes of practice.
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Following the presentation, attendees will be able to identify at least one way to use the relationship between collaborating providers to decrease burnout and instill hope for difficult cases.
Educational Goal
Description
When working with patients with eating disorders, of all ages and at all levels of care, there can be a tremendous number of cross-over topics and/or discussions, leaving clinicians wondering if they are staying within their own scope of practice, or even being effective in their work. Can a therapist talk about food and exercise? Can a dietitian talk about trauma or body image? To constantly feel as though you are saying “that sounds like something to discuss with your therapist/dietitian” can be disempowering. While therapists aren’t often trained in food or exercise, and dietitians aren’t often trained in therapeutic practices, there are things that can be done or said in all topics by both disciplines. Topics discussed in this presentation will include the scope of practice for both therapist and dietitians including exploring the blurry lines between the two. This includes various clinical models and their dietary adaptation. These topics will provide consistent language to use in sessions, and the opportunity to discover collaborative ways to work together, creating a more effective treatment space leading feeling empowered in your work, establishing appropriate boundaries and supporting each other as a treatment team.
Target Audience
- Counselor
- Dietitian
- Marriage & Family Therapist
- Psychologist
- Social Worker
- Substance Use Disorder Professionals
Presenters
Dr. Costa is a licensed marriage and family therapist in San Diego, California, and is the vice president of clinical operations for Center for Discovery (CFD). Dr. Costa has worked at CFD since 2014, and was previously the vice president ofoperations for the West Coast division. She brings a wealth of clinical experience to operations in order to help elevate Discovery Behavioral Health, the parent company of CFD, to a level of excellence in the mental health field. In her newest role at CFD, Dr. Costa is working to improve clinical programming; ensuring the division continues to use the best in evidence-based treatment modalities; and supporting the training and growth of the clinical team. She is also a member of the REDC as well as a member of iaedp as a certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor. Before coming to CFD, Dr. Costa began her career in the eating disorder field in 2004, first as a residence counselor at the Klarman Center at Mclean Hospital. Dr. Costa worked as a therapist in a variety of settings throughout California, with experience in residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient and private practice treatment programs. Dr. Costa has received advanced training in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and group therapy. Dr. Costa’s areas of concentration have been in treating eating disorders, self-injurious behaviors, mood disorders, and other co-occurring issues in both adults and adolescents. She has hosted numerous CE events that have focused on DBT, trauma, burnout, dietary/clinical treatment of eating disorders, and the connection between eating disorders and substance use disorders.
Jamie Atkins-Huerta RD, CEDS-C, (she/her/hers) is the Director of Nutrition and Wellness, for the residential level of care at Center for Discovery and has a private practice, where she utilizes a non-diet and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) informed approach combining both nutrition and psychology. Jamie received her Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition and dietetics from California State University of Long Beach, with a minor in psychology and completed her dietetic internship with Oakwood University. She is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Consultant (CEDS-C), and a certified Be Body Positive Facilitator.
Jamie is most passionate about supporting people on their journey to finding their authentic selves whether it be patients or clinicians seeking supervision. She has worked in the eating disorder field since 2007 with experience working at all levels of care. Jamie is dedicated to creating an inclusive space for all folx and putting an end to weight stigma. She speaks publicly at the national and international level on weight inclusivity & challenging weight normative approaches, as well as other various topics related to eating disorders, with an emphasis on the therapeutic side of food. Jamie believes the most important step in helping someone improve their relationship with food, mind, and body is meeting them where they are, and helping them build a life they can see for themselves.
Financially Sponsored By
- Center for Discovery