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Eating Disorders Group Program
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About the
Program
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Many individuals are impacted by eating
issues, body image concerns, and
weight-related problems. The effects of an
eating disorder can often be felt in many
areas of a person's life: school,
relationships, self-esteem, and physical
health. Feelings of shame, guilt, and
isolation are also common. Boynton's
Mental Health Clinic offers an 8-week
therapy for students who struggle against
bulimia and related eating concerns.
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Often, the group continues after the 8-week
commitment is completed. This group is then
considered for an on-going weekly therapy or
support group for clients with eating
concerns. (Please note: We do not offer
treatment for students currently struggling
with anorexia nervosa. We will make
referrals as appropriate.)
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Depending upon the needs of
the group members, the group may continue
after the 8-week session is completed. This
is then considered to be an ongoing therapy
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Potential Candidates |
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Our program will best meet the needs of
those looking for the tools to fight their
problems and the motivation to use these
tools in their daily lives. An appropriate
group candidate will be:
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medically stable
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motivated
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free of or recovered from any chemical
abuse issue
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able to be treated on an outpatient
basis
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if actively bulimic, free from behaviors
that interfere in activities of daily
life.
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The
group program is our focus at Boynton.
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If you do
participate in our group program, then
you have the option of additional
individual therapy, on an as-needed
basis, up to ten sessions per academic
year.
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If you
only want individual therapy only, we
suggest that you look at resources in
the community or we can recommend an
outside therapist. See our
referral information.
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(Please
note:
we do not provide individual therapy for
clients struggling with eating disorders
without first participating in our group
program. The exceptions to this are if
the group has started and you are waiting
for the next group to begin, or during the
summer when we do not offer the group
program.) |
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Group Format (8-week
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1. Beginning the Journey/Fight
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2. Creating New Beliefs
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3. Strategies to Combat Old Beliefs
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4.
Self-Esteem
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5. Body Image
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Influences on
Body Image
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Acceptance &
Attitudes
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6.
Stress Management
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7. Managing Feelings Anger and Assertiveness
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8. Saying Goodbye
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Letter - Goodbye
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Affirmations
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What Lies
Ahead
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Process For Group Participation |
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If you are interested in our group program or want to meet with
a therapist to determine how to proceed, go in person to the
Mental Health Clinic, fourth floor of Boynton Health Service, to
schedule an initial assessment appointment.
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This initial appointment can
be with any available therapist.
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During this visit the
therapist will meet with you to determine whether the group
is appropriate for you. If so, you will schedule a brief
appointment with one of the group therapists.
If you have any questions about this process, call
(612) 625-8475
to talk with a therapist.
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Appointment Policy |
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Please note that at the time of
setting up your initial appointment, you will need to fill out
some forms. There is no co-pay for the initial assessment. There
is a $5.00 co-pay for each group session. In addition, if you
cancel with less than 24-hours' notice or do not show up to a
group session, you will be charged $15.00.
See more information on scheduling appointments and
documents to bring
to your appointment. |
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Group Dates |
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There is a possibility that the group time could change if the
students who are interested, have a conflict at this time. Group
facilitators will accept students' schedules for purposes of
determining whether a change will occur. We ask that you know
your availability when you arrive at your first appointment. |
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Referrals |
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If we can not meet your needs or
you know you need something more intensive than what Boynton
offers, we will work with you to locate a reserve in the
community that is better suited for you. Talk with the therapist
you see upon your initial consultation regarding a referral.
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In addition, we provide the services of a medical social worker,
who can assist you. Please call 612-624-1114 to set up an
appointment for this if desired. |
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Related Links |
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Mental Health Clinic
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