Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Disordered Eating

Course Code: REL-BHC-0-TNA

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027

Learning Objectives:
Indicate how cognitive and behavioral theories explain disordered eating.
Apply at least three cognitive behavioral strategies used to treat disordered eating.
Recognize strategies from third-wave cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders.

Outline:

Section 1: Cognitive-Behavioral Explanations of Disordered Eating

Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders

How Cognitive and Behavioral Theories Explain Eating Disorders

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 2: CBT for Disordered Eating

CBT Interventions

Core Components of CBT for Disordered Eating

The Health at Every Size® (HAES®) Framework

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 3: Third-Wave CBT Approaches

Third-Wave CBT

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Tying It All Together

Review

Key Takeaways

Section 4: Conclusion

Course Summary

Course Contributors

Resources

References

Writer: Bridgett Ross, PsyD

Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.

 

Subject Matter Expert: Cherrelle Davis, LMFT, CEDS

Cherrelle is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Graduate Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pfeiffer University.  Cherrelle is invested in the treatment of eating disorders, especially in people of color.  She has worked in the eating disorder field for 10+ years and has experience supervising clinicians working toward certification. Cherrelle regularly speaks on topics such as Multiculturalism and Eating Disorders and is the President Elect of the local NC Chapter of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP). She owns a private practice in Durham, North Carolina.

Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Marriage and Family Therapists; Professional Counselors; Psychologists; Social Workers; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.