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Leading eating disorders experts and distinguished faculty will present cutting edge intervention, protocols and research to over 300 multi-disciplinary clinicians at the 2009 International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) Symposium, Reclaiming the Body: Attachment, Somatics, and Image, March 4-8, at the Westin Long Beach in Long Beach, California.
Since 1985 iaedp™ has been dedicated to excellence in the education and certification of eating disorders treatment professionals. “This year, more than ever, it’s important that those of us on the front lines, of addressing eating disorders, come together to connect with fellow colleagues, stimulate our brains, and leave refreshed with new energy and new ideas,” said Adrienne Ressler, LMSW, CEDS, and incoming President of iaedp.
This year’s iaedp Symposium offers participants the opportunity to choose from nearly 40 sessions presented by a distinguished faculty selected through a rigorous peer review process. Our objectives are for participants to be able to: (1) identify and treat individuals with anorexia, bulimia, and compulsive overeating; (2) discuss drug therapies currently used to treat eating disorders; (3) describe alternative methods for the treatment of eating disorders, such as dialectical behavior therapy, psychodrama, movement therapy, art therapy, and gastric bypass surgery and (4) explain dual diagnosis issues, such as post traumatic stress disorder.
On Thursday, March 5, participants will attend the Grand Opening Networking Reception and an Awards Banquet featuring keynotes by iaedp Board President Adrienne Ressler, LMSW, CEDS, and M.J. Ryan, international coach, inspirational author and co-creator of the New York Times bestselling Random Acts of Kindness.
On Friday, March 6, there will be ongoing sessions along with a special networking dinners including one hosted by the newly formed, International Relations Committee and its international chairperson, Eva Trujillo MD of Comenzar de Nuevo AC in Mexico. On Saturday evening, March 7, participants are invited to enjoy a Sunset Dinner Cruise, compliments of iaedp’s Southern California Chapter, featuring art, entertainment and special guests 200 Olympic Bronze Medal winner, Catherine Garceau, and Miss America 2008, Kirsten Haglund, founder of the Kirsten Haglund Foundation for Eating Disorders and new iaedp Organizational Member.
“Symposium 2009 in Long Beach brings us together with colleagues to share the joy that comes from being with old and new friends! Our iaedp community is well known for its educational excellence, personal warmth and inclusiveness. We believe our expertise is needed now more than ever,” said Adrienne Ressler, iaedp President.
About the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals:
Established in 1985, the prestigious International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) is recognized for its excellence in providing first-quality education and high-level training standards to an international multidisciplinary group of various healthcare treatment providers and helping professions, who treat the full spectrum of eating disorder problems.
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