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Are you feeling anxious about the election? You are not alone.

According to the American Psychological Association, 7 out of 10 Americans are so significantly affected by the upcoming election that it interferes with their daily lives -- reducing performance at school and work, decreasing quality sleep, and damaging relationships with family and friends who are on opposing sides.

Constant media coverage can overwhelm us with statistics and opinions that add to the anxiety we feel over the future of our country.

At Center for Discovery, we understand the need for support in eating disorder recovery especially during times of great distress. That’s why we want to remind you that we offer
FREE online eating disorder support groups for alumni, family members, BIPOC, those diagnosed with BED and more.

It is important to us that you receive the care that you need to manage triggers and prioritize your recovery with confidence. As always, we are here for you.

Find the group that’s right for you at the following link: https://ow.ly/hH6p50TQmvA

At Center for Discovery, we believe healing, growth and a positive relationship with food is possible. That’s why we have made it the cornerstone of our dietary program.

We take a real-life approach to eating disorder recovery and handle it with CARE – a model that stands for “consistent attuned relational eating.” This means you have the steadiness of a dietary plan that is adaptable to what’s happening in your life.

Here’s what the CARE-CFD Model embraces:
✔️ Trauma-focused nutrition therapy
✔️ Collaboration between you and the care team
✔️ Responsive to the whole body, including being in tune with the nervous system
✔️ Weight inclusivity

To learn more about the CARE-CFD Model and what sets it apart from traditional approaches, head to the following link: https://ow.ly/NG2a50TSYZR

As this year comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to acknowledge those who are feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated right now. Does life feel heavy to you?

If you are having difficulty handling stress, managing triggers and prioritizing your eating disorder recovery, we want to remind you that we are here to help. Center for Discovery offers FREE online eating disorder support groups with essentially something for everyone (alumni, family members, BIPOC, those diagnosed with BED and more).

It is important to us that you receive the care that you need from those who can relate and empathize with your experience. You are not alone.

Find the group that’s right for you at the following link: https://ow.ly/hH6p50TQmvA

Between costume shopping and counting candy calories, Halloween can be a highly triggering holiday for those in eating disorder recovery.

Read on for helpful tactics you can use to enjoy Hallow’s Eve and learn where to find additional support. https://ow.ly/LGLJ50PWgh3

Trigger-or-Treat: Halloween in Recovery - Center For Discovery Shopping for a Halloween costume, navigating parties, and being faced with Halloween candy are some of the ways that Halloween can trigger your eating disorder in unexpected ways.

The fall season prepares us for the holidays, which are often centered around food and family. For someone struggling with an eating disorder, this can be a challenging time and knowing how to handle these situations is beneficial to long-term recovery.

Learn how to incorporate eating disorder treatment into the upcoming months and where to find necessary support. https://ow.ly/9pZe50PLNlG

Six Reasons Why Fall is the Best Time to Seek Eating Disorder Treatment If you are thinking about postponing treatment until after the holidays, you should consider some of the benefits of reaching out for help sooner.

“Recovery means living my true, authentic life and remembering I am worth love and care, regardless of what I look like.”

This inspiring statement comes from the personal experience of our latest blog author, Elizabeth Moscoso. Read on for her resilience and recovery from disordered eating story and learn where to find support. https://ow.ly/Csz650PG7uS

What Eating Disorder Recovery Means to Me - Center For Discovery What does recovery mean to me? To answer that question, I think it’s important to explore what I thought recovery meant at the beginning of my journey.

The beauty of outpatient treatment is that any time is a good time to begin.

Learn how to manage school in the fall while taking care of your health and where to find accessible support. https://ow.ly/c8AG50PzFLJ

School and Outpatient Treatment: Will It Work for Me? The challenge of attending school while in recovery may have some asking, "School and outpatient treatment: will it work for me?" Good news! It can.

Not only is the mythical ideal of a bikini body unhealthy, it’s unrealistic. The outdated term “bikini season” puts unreasonable pressure upon us to conform our bodies rather than have the fashion fit our needs.

Read on for ways to boost your confidence and feel comfortable in what you wear, no matter what! https://ow.ly/Z9Y050Psqvw

Why Bikini Season Is Problematic - Center For Discovery Summer is sometimes called "bikini season." Learn why that's been problematic in the past and find ways to take a positive approach to it going forward.

It can be especially challenging to navigate group gatherings that are seemingly centered around food. One thing you can do is focus on the company of the people there, asking questions and listening to the answer, rather than becoming distracted by the types of food surrounding the occasion.

Read on for more tips and supportive insight to negate a binge eating relapse during a potluck or other gathering. https://ow.ly/UqHH50PmgLv

Enjoying Family Gatherings & Potlucks without a Binge Eating Relapse Dealing with family gatherings is challenging in recovery. Here are a few ways to avoid binge eating relapse during potlucks and family events.

As the temperature rises, so does the peer pressure surrounding eating in social situations. The summer season is an opportunity to take advantage of programs that assist with healing and recovery.

Read on for helpful tips to sustainable eating habits and learn where to find welcoming treatment programs. https://ow.ly/JtaF50P6rmw

The Benefits of a Summer Treatment Program - Center For Discovery Summer can be a significant struggle for those who are in recovery for a behavioral disorder. A summer treatment program can help.

The warmer summer months bring social gatherings that may be triggering for some members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly when recovering from an eating disorder.

Read on in our latest blog for coping skills and strategies to navigate challenging situations and learn where to find additional support. https://ow.ly/efHV50OW5kK

Navigating Family Gatherings When LGBTQ+ - Center For Discovery Center for Discovery knows the challenges those in the LGBTQ+ community face during social gatherings and understand that safety and authenticity are key.

If you have struggled with perfectionism and controlling your eating habits in an unhealthy way, you are not alone.

Read Savannah's story of resilience and recovery for inspiration to let go of what is holding you back from living your best life. http://ow.ly/KRHu50OCbqk

Anorexia, Control and Perfectionism: Savannah's Story - Center For Discovery Center for Discovery alumnus Savannah Voci shares her eating disorder journey and experience in recovery from anorexia.

Thank you to the incomparable Resmaa Menakem, MSW, LICSW, SEP, (lower right) or sharing his expertise at our May 16th event. Over 200 mental health professionals gained valuable insight on racialized trauma and healing. We also thank our long-standing partners, Meadows Behavioral Healthcare and Center For Discovery for making these free CME events possible.

We've made strides as a society to celebrate body type diversity, but unfortunately, there is still a lot of stigma that remains. And that can take a toll on people's mental health.

Read on in our latest blog for a deep dive into the impact of weight stigma and learn where to find additional support. http://ow.ly/G56f50OrxYH

The Impact of Weight Stigma on Mental Health - Center For Discovery Experiencing stigma and discrimination negatively impacts our mental health just as much as our physical health. Weight stigma is no different.

Warmer weather invites us to fire up the grill, but often presents an extra challenge for those with an eating disorder.

Read on in our latest blog for strategies on how to enjoy socializing with food and learn where to find additional support. http://ow.ly/MRCR50Of7py

BBQ Season & Eating Disorders - Center for Discovery For those with an eating disorder, summertime backyard barbecues can cause anxiety. Read more for tips

In today’s hamster-wheel world, we are unhealthily encouraged to chase unattainable goals and stay unbelievably busy. Whether this is through controlling food intake, exercising or over-working, the cycle must be broken.

Read on as we dive into the personal life story of CFD alumnus Molly Bonino and how she overcame her struggles. http://ow.ly/uTfT50NN1en

Hustle Culture & Eating Disorders: Molly's Story - Center For Discovery Center for Discovery alumnus Molly Bonino shares her eating disorder journey and experience with hustle culture in a toxic work environment.

If you think you know what someone struggling with bulimia nervosa looks like, think again. Bulimia is a serious mental health disorder invisible to the naked eye that greatly affects the body and one’s perception of it.

Read on in our latest blog to learn the facts about bulimia and how to find supportive treatment options for you or someone you love. http://ow.ly/K1oh50NIFZQ

What You Need to Know about Bulimia Nervosa - Center For Discovery Bulimia nervosa is extremely dangerous, both physically and mentally. It is important that we recognize the misconceptions about bulimia nervosa.

Practicing excellent sleep hygiene is important for overall wellness in eating disorder recovery. Studies show that an effective sleep routine results in increased energy, a boosted mood and clearer thinking.

Read on in our latest blog for sleep tips and more reasons to clock those Zzzs. http://ow.ly/zOph50NEjCN

The Importance of Sleep in Eating Disorder Recovery - Center For Discovery The National Sleep Foundation in celebrating its annual Sleep Awareness Week. Adequate sleep can improve physical and mental health and wellness.

April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to reduce stress by focusing on the way stress affects your overall health and can contribute to eating disorders. Though it’s hard to avoid stress, how you handle it can help you avoid health concerns.

Check out our tips to reduce stress, such as setting realistic goals, getting enough sleep and connecting with others. http://ow.ly/TZBv50NwutX

10 Easy Ways to Reduce Stress, Now - Center For Discovery We aren't built to withstand the high levels of chronic stress associated with today's modern lifestyle. Learn how to reduce stress with these 10 tips.

If you’ve ever felt isolated in your eating disorder recovery, you’re not alone.

Hear from former Center for Discovery patient Rach McPherson for her personal story and insight into how she implemented treatment techniques (including working at an ice cream parlor) that you may find helpful in your journey. http://ow.ly/WwEG50Npq7L

Working Your Recovery: Rach’s Story - Center For Discovery Center for Discovery alumni shares her eating disorder journey and experience working in an ice cream shop where she is fighting against diet culture each day.

According to the principles of Intuitive Eating, our bodies are naturally programmed to know what we need when we need it. However, diet culture and other harmful influences have skewed our intuition.

Read on in our latest blog to learn how to listen to your body’s cues regarding healthy nutrition habits and where to find support. http://ow.ly/tPye50Njplq

10 Principles of Intuitive Eating - Center For Discovery Intuitive eating involves 10 principles that can help you reconnect with your body’s ability to nourish itself without rules or judgements.

From philosophy to community, there are wonderful ways to celebrate the benefits of nutrition for your mind, body and soul.

Read on in our latest blog for nourishment principles and ways to make all foods fit into your life this month. http://ow.ly/VELw50NfAjQ

3 Ways to Celebrate National Nutrition Month National Nutrition Month is an annual nutrition education and information campaign created by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

CALLING ALL THERAPISTS: Help change lives by applying to be a full-time therapist at Center for Discovery in Shawnee. This is a special opportunity to help people manage their eating disorder in a residential setting and comes with a $2,000 sign-on bonus! Other reasons to apply include 401(k) with company match, healthcare benefits, vacation & sick days, employee referral program, continuing education and many other amazing benefits.

Make an impact and find fulfillment at Center for Discovery. We can't wait to hear from you!

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WE’RE LOOKING FOR AN AMAZING THERAPIST IN BELLEVUE: Help change lives by applying to be a therapist at Center for Discovery in Bellevue, Washington. This is a unique opportunity to help people manage their eating disorder in an outpatient setting and comes with a $5,000 sign-on bonus! The benefits don’t stop there. This job includes 401(k) with company match, healthcare benefits, vacation & sick days, employee referral program, continuing education and more.

Make an impact at Center for Discovery. We can't wait to hear from you!

Therapist: https://bit.ly/3KRwVoE