DR. ELLEN DOMM

"10 Things I Hope My Clients Learn From Therapy"

Dr. Ellen Domm will present some of the important concepts she has gathered from her work as a cognitive-behavioural therapist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. 

Examples from her experience both in and out of the office will be used to illustrate these ideas, and participants will be encouraged to relate their own experiences as well.

DR. KRISTINA SANDY

"Binge Eating Disorder: Hope for Recovery"

Dr. Kristina Sandy is currently a therapist with Fraser Health Authority Eating Disorder Program. 

She facilitated the Binge Eating Support Group in Port Coquitlam for four years through the auspices of the Women’s Resource Society.

Her Master's thesis examined "The Role of Spirituality in the Recovery of Eating Disordered Women”. Her Ph.D. dissertation examined "Experiences in the Lives of Women with Binge Eating Disorder". 

Kristina will share her experiences in the examination of a deeper understanding of binge eating disorder for sufferers, family members and therapists.

DR. ANITA JOHNSTON

General Session
"Deciphering the Eating Disorder Code"
 &
"Using Story & Metaphor to Understand Eating Disorders"

Professional Training Session
"Understanding & Treating Eating Disorders; What to Expect in the Theraputic Process"

Dr. Anita will be providing two different sessions today.  One will be open to the general audience, the other will be geared towards professionals.

Tannis Hugill will lead her Workshop during the Professional Training Session for General Admission.

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TANNIS HUGILL, MA, RCC, RDT, ADTR

"Dancing Bodies - Moving Hearts"

This workshop will use the gifts of dance-movement therapy to reveal the wisdom of our bodies and the passion of our hearts.  In a playful and supportive environment we will discover the creative power of our own dances.  When we move fromour hearts, we find compassion and acceptance for ourselves and others.

Tannis will lead her workshop during Dr. Anita Johnston's Professional Training Session.

Tannis Hugill MA, RCC, RDT, ADTR, is a registered BC Clinical Counsellor, Dance and Drama therapist, spiritual director and performing artist. She has led dance and drama therapy groups at psychiatric hospitals, co-ordinated an eating disorders program, taught about eating disorders on the university level, and done community prevention outreach for eating disorders. In San Francisco, she organized and performed in “Bellies Unbound”; a multimedia performance of women performers focused on the issues of the oppression of the body. 

She has a private practice in Vancouver where she also teaches dance and drama therapy and Authentic Movement. 

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KIM RATCLIFFE

My name is Kim Ratcliffe, I am married and have 3 teenagers. I have been recovering from anorexia for the past 14 years & have had my eating disorder on and off for over 20 years. I truly believe recovery is possible, I know I am living proof. Never give up the fight, we all deserve a happy, healthy, eating disorder free life!

DR. CAROLYN NESBITT, R. Psych.

"Family Structures"

Dr. Carolyn Nesbitt, R. Psych. has extensive experience working with eating disordered individuals and their families.  She uses a variety of methods depending on the individual client, including Satir Transformational Systemic Therapy and EMDR.  She spent several years working at BC Childrens' Hospital in the Eating Disorders Clinic.  

Her research for her Ph.D. was in the area of eating disorders and the media.  She is currently working in private practice in Richmond, BC with adolescents and adults.  

To contact her, please call 604 376 9801.

ROSE MARCUS, Evolutionary Astrologer

Using the symbolic language of Evolutionary Astrology, Rose Marcus will speak on the nature of the soul’s imprinting and the purpose behind one’s choices, challenges, and creative opportunities. Rose will share some of her own story and also speak of her daughter's journey with anerexia. 

Rose is the director for the Evolutionary School of Astrology, Canada. She has written for numerous publications and projects over the years, lectures in both Canada and the US, and is a frequent guest on Breakfast TV. Locally, she is the astrologer for Shared Vision Magazine. 

For information on consultations, classes or in-depth monthly forecasts, visit Rose’s website:
www.rosemarcus.com

TED KUNTZ

"Building Resilience and
 Resourcefulness in Couples"

During times of prolonged challenge it is easy for couples to become exhausted and loose their capacity to be resources to one another.  

Ted Kuntz, psychoterapist and author of Peace Begins With Me, shares ideas and experiences from his clinical practice and life to build resilience and resourcefulness in couples.

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