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Eating Disorders Made Simple
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Presented by Pray Counseling and Stacy Pray, this transformative training, "Eating Disorders Made Simple," offers the foundational knowledge you need to confidently assess, diagnose, and treat eating disorders. This hybrid event, available in-person in Pocatello and online worldwide, is designed to empower mental health therapists like you.
Earn 12 CEUs upon completion, setting you up for continued learning with these expert trainers in their subsequent courses!
Are you a professional ready to move from uncertainty to a deep understanding of how to recognize, diagnose, and treat eating disorders effectively? This training is your next crucial step!
This Course will Include:
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Master Assessment & Diagnosis: Confidently identify symptoms and accurately diagnose eating disorders.
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Understand Diet Culture: Explore its pervasive influence and harmful effects.
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Implement Evidence-Based Tools: Utilize powerful therapeutic tools and interventions for eating disorders and body image.
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Promote Inclusive Language: Learn and apply inclusive, evidence-based communication.
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Navigate Complexities: Understand trauma's impact and the nuances of trauma work with eating disorder clients.
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Collaborate Effectively: Work within team models and utilize family interventions.
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Integrate Intuitive Eating: Understand and teach its empowering principles.
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Address Your Own Biases: Gain insights into your relationship with food and diet culture.
Starts: October 9th Cost:$325 Location: Pocatello, ID/ Virtually from anywhere in the world
Whats Included
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Course Slides: Comprehensive materials to guide your learning.
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Full Course Video: Over 2 hours of engaging content (02:07:16 runtime).
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Course Feedback: 13 questions to help us enhance future trainings.
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CEU Certificate: Earn 12 Continuing Education Units upon successful completion.
Most licensing boards accept APA credits, though it is up to you to confirm if your license, board, and state will accept APA continuing education units.
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, participants will be able to:
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Analyze Sensory Impact: Understand how sensory processing differences influence eating experiences and contribute to disordered eating in neurodivergent individuals.
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Differentiate Executive Challenges: Distinguish between executive function challenges that hinder traditional ED treatment and effective neurodivergent-affirming adaptations.
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Explain Interoceptive Variations: Describe how variations in interoception affect hunger, fullness, and other body signals relevant to eating and body image.
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Evaluate Treatment Limitations: Critically assess at least two limitations of traditional eating disorder treatments for neurodivergent individuals and advocate for tailored approaches.
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Apply Affirming Strategies: Implement at least two neurodivergent-affirming strategies to modify common eating disorder interventions for more individualized and effective care.
MEET YOUR INSTRUCTORS
Kathy Spencer
LCSW, MHPE
Kathy Spencer (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a passionate educator, dedicated to empowering fellow clinicians. With over 15 years of experience in eating disorder treatment across inpatient, residential, and outpatient settings, Kathy brings a wealth of practical knowledge to her training.
Holding a Bachelor’s in Dietetics, a Master’s in Health Promotion, and a Master’s in Social Work, Kathy offers a comprehensive and compassionate approach to anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and body image distress. She is extensively trained in EMDR and IFS-informed approaches, integrating these modalities with her passion for Intuitive Eating and Health at Every Size (HAES) principles.
Kathy is deeply committed to equipping other professionals with the confidence, skills, and resources needed to effectively treat eating disorders. Her goal is to foster a sense of accomplishment in therapists, helping them thrive and achieve truly positive outcomes for their clients. When not immersed in her work, Kathy finds peace connecting with nature and good
LCSW, CED-S
Sydney Williams (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Consultant, and a dynamic trainer deeply committed to clinician growth. With over 15 years of dedicated experience in the field, including a decade in residential treatment where she served as a Clinical Director for seven years, Sydney brings profound leadership and practical expertise to her teaching.
Sydney is a Certified EMDR Therapist and IFS-informed, utilizing these and other modalities to deliver exceptional care. Her extensive background includes supervising and mentoring over 30 therapists, fueling her passion for empowering professionals. As co-owner of The Eating Disorder Consultants, she strives to equip clinicians with the knowledge and confidence to effectively treat complex cases, helping them foster thriving practices and achieve remarkable client outcomes.
Sydney's unwavering commitment lies in ensuring accessible guidance for skill development, helping professionals reach their full potential and achieve their therapeutic aspirations.
Stacy Pray
LCPC, MS
Stacy Pray (she/her) is the driving force behind Pray Counseling and your dedicated host for this event. With over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, Stacy is deeply committed to supporting growth, change, and acceptance in individuals, families, and, notably, fellow clinicians.
As a proud Idaho native, Stacy's passion extends to ensuring that vital mental health information and impactful trainings are accessible right here in her home state. Her extensive background includes working with adolescents, families, and individuals navigating complex challenges such as substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, and self-harm. This diverse experience has equipped her with a profound understanding of the human spirit and the complexities of mental health care.
Through Pray Counseling, Stacy provides a compassionate space, not only for clients but also for professionals seeking to enhance their skills. She believes in empowering clinicians to develop coping strategies and create lasting positive change, ultimately helping them guide their own clients toward more fulfilling lives.
Cancelation & Refund Policy
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30+ days before: Full refund (minus credit card processing fees).
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14–29 days before: 50% refund (minus credit card processing fees).
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Within 14 days: No refund; option to transfer registration to the self-study version of the course (if available).
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Substitutions: Allowed at any time with written notification prior to the event.
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Event Cancellation by The Eating Disorder Consultants: Full refund of registration fees. Please note, we are not responsible for reimbursement of travel, lodging, or other associated costs.
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Credit card processing fees are non-refundable as they are retained by the payment processor.