Community and connection for people in larger bodies living in a weight-centric world Metrowest is excited to launch our third group for people living in fat bodies to find community and connection – exploring nourishment beyond nutrients. This group is dedicated to creating a space where people can be seen, heard, and celebrated. Team members, … Read more
Body image is a challenge for many young women in our culture and leads to poor self-esteem and eating disorders. This group for female-identifying teens adults ages 19-30 combines components of the Body Project, a cognitive dissonance curriculum that challenges cultural beauty ideals program with mindfulness and yoga practice. The Body Project has demonstrated effectiveness in improving body image and … Read more
Compulsive exercise is a common feature of many eating disorders. Contrast to beneficial exercise and healthy athleticism which is passion-driven, compulsive exercise is punishment-driven and leads to significant health consequences as the body’s limits (and even injuries) are ignored. Often, exercise is lumped in with eating disorder behaviors and prohibited during treatment. The iMove Method … Read more
We are excited to start offering Culinary Therapy! This new group for high school aged teens is the first of many. What is Culinary Therapy? Like meal therapy, culinary therapy is a way to learn something by experiencing and doing–experiential learning. In this case, cooking together! Culinary lessons teach teens how to prepare and experimenting … Read more
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Community and connection for people in larger bodies living in a weight-centric world GROUP FULL – Join the waitlist for the next group here. This winter, we launched our first support group for people living in fat bodies. It was such a tremendous experience for our providers and participants. Metrowest is thrilled to open … Read more
Are you in outpatient treatment for an eating disorder? Would you benefit from some additional support around meals? Join eating disorder registered dietitians, Bella Mortenson and Enjely Mora for this weekly virtual meal support group. You’ll have the opportunity to eat a meal along with others who are also in recovery in a supportive community. … Read more
Calling all 14-18 year old females who want to feel better in their own skin! Do you often feel uncomfortable in your body? Do you frequently wish your body looked different? Do you think your life would be better if you could change your body? Do you constantly worry about your body and feel like … Read more
Are you in outpatient treatment for an eating disorder? Would you benefit from some additional support around meals? Join eating disorder registered dietitians, Bella Mortenson and Enjely Mora for this weekly virtual meal support group. You’ll have the opportunity to eat a meal along with others who are also in recovery in a supportive community. … Read more