Trauma-Informed Approaches to Eating Disorders

by Andrew Seubert NCC LMHC (Editor), Pam Virdi MEd RMN CPN (Editor)

Delivers a proven treatment model for clinicians in all orientations This unique, hands-on clinical guide examines the significant relationship between trauma, dissociation, and eating disorders and delivers a trauma-informed phase model that facilitates effective treatment of individuals with all forms of eating disorders. It describes, step-by-step, a four-phase treatment model encompassing team coordination, case formulation, and a trauma-informed, dissociation- and attachment-sensitive approach to treating eating disorders. Edited by noted specialists in eating and other behavioral health disorders, Trauma-Informed Approaches to Eating Disorders examines eating disorders from neurological, medical, nutritional, and psychological perspectives. Dedicated chapters address each treatment phase from a variety of orientations, ranging from EMDR and CBT to body-centered and creative therapies. The book also reveals the effectiveness of a multifaceted, phase model approach. Recognizing the potential pitfalls and traps of treatment and recovery, it also includes abundant psychoeducational tools for the client. KEY

Genres: Psychology, Mental Health

386 pages, Paperback

Published August 17, 2018

Reviews

[Nathan Harris · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really thorough book about eating disorders. I loved reading how various treatment modalities conceptualize symptoms of eating disorders.

I will say that some of the chapters were definitely easier to read than others.