OVERVIEW
Obesity in adults and children is a huge problem in our society and yet very few resources nationally are directed in helping people to achieve their weight loss goals. the term Eating Disorder covers a wide spectrum of individuals from the emaciated, restrictive Anorexia Nervosa sufferer through to the normal weight individual with Bulimia Nervosa to the overweight Binge Eater. Disordered eating is a symptom of underlying problems; it is a way of coping with unmanageable problems. The number of individuals diagnosed with Eating Disorders appears to be increasing - are we more aware or is our relationship with food becoming more complex? These are some of the questions that will be addressed during the weekends.
Feeding and it's impact on our lives are inextricably linked to our relationships, initially with our mothers and families and later to other social roles; as society has changed so have our eating patterns and behaviours. Some of the work during the training will be experiential - an inquiry into your relationship with food and the significance of body image. It is important to appreciate how balance operates in your life in relation to diet, exercise, health and beauty care, so that, as in your own life in relation to diet, exercise, health and beauty care, as a therapist, accepted norms, values and prejudices can be addressed with the client.
There is no standard treatment approach for eating problems, which is equally successful for all. Transactional Analysis as a therapeutic approach can enable the client to identify the core issues precipitating their Eating Disorder. Through understanding and self awareness the client can learn to differentiate their feelings; translate the overwhelming anxieties and need for control into knowledge of their emotional needs; and find ways to express their feelings, rather than internalise them through obsessional behaviours and rituals.
The therapeutic relationship is central in helping the client resolve their underlying issues. It is essential that the therapist provides attuned responsiveness that will allow development to begin again where it was derailed in ealier life. During the training consideration will be given to the therapeutic relationship in the context of the patient's frame of reference.
Karen Chugg - BSc (Hons) in Dietetics (1988); Advanced Diploma in Transactional Analytic Counselling & Psychotherapy (2004); Paediatric Dietetics training (2002).Registered Dietitian; Psychotherapist.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
TBC
COURSE DURATION / FORMAT
4 weekends. 10am to 5pm each day
CONTENT
During the three weekends we will address the complex issues of Eating Disorders and Obesity including diagnosis, eating patterns, related norms and values, prejudices, emotional and psychological issues. A variety of treatment options will be discussed, including dietary therapy and the National Institute of Clinical Excellence treatment guidlines; this will enable you, as a therapist, to have a more flexible approach in meeting your client's needs.
COURSEWORK / ASSESSMENT
TBC
AWARD
Certificate in Eating Disorders
FEES
From £904.75 (inc VAT). 2 instalment options available.
Option 1 (Total Payable £904.75)
A deposit of £235 followed by ONE instalment of £669.75
Option 2 (Total Payable £940)
A deposit of £235 followed by THREE instalments of £235
INTAKE
February
DATES
21st & 22nd February 2009
21st & 22nd March
9th & 10th May
4th & 5th July