Central Florida Chapter Quarterly Meeting and Educational Program

Presentation Title: Becoming an Embodied Therapist

Presentation Description:

“Ignoring internal states amounts to burying feelings, and the burial site exists in the body itself.” S. Kleinman & T. Hall

As we move through life, our interoceptive self can perceive and interpret bodily felt states allowing us to feel and understand what’s happening inside our own bodies. Individuals with eating disorders, however, often ignore the experience of living in their bodies, instead, focusing on emotionally driven behaviors that provide an illusion of control. Developing new expressive pathways is vital for change to occur. Attendees will learn to trust their innate ability to “attend” empathically, respond authentically and translate non-verbal experiences into cognitive insight. Collaborative interactions will include exploration of specific embodied methods that can pair with attendees’ own skill sets to guide them in facilitating meaningful embodied experiences.

Presentation Learning Objectives:

• Identify and explain the importance of integrating interoceptive awareness into the treatment of eating disorders.

• Name three concepts that focus on accessing the language of the body.

• Explain one expressive technique that will allow interoceptive processes to be accessed.

Presenter Names & Credentials:

Susan Kleinman, MA, NC-DMT, NCC, CEDS-C (She/Her)

Presenter Bio: Susan Kleinman, MA, BC-DMT, NCC, CEDS-S, is a Creative Arts Therapy Supervisor and Dance/Movement Therapist for The Renfrew Center of Florida. Ms. Kleinman is a trustee of the Marian Chace Foundation, Past President of the American Dance Therapy Association, and past Chair of The National Coalition for Creative Arts Therapies. She has published extensively, presented widely, and is the recipient of the American Dance Therapy Association’s 2013 Lifetime Achievement Award and the 2014 Spirit of iaedp award. Her work is featured in the documentary entitled Expressing Disorder: Journey to Recovery.

References:

Billock Tropea, E., Kleinman, S. (2022). A Return to the Body: Trauma -informed Dance/Movement Therapy for Individuals with Eating Disorders. In R. Dieterich-Hartwell & A. M. Melsom (Eds.), Dance/movement therapy for trauma survivors: Theoretical, clinical and cultural perspectives. ( pp. 186-201). Routledge.

Kleinman, S. ( 2024). Discovering the Power of Movement: Dance/Movement Therapy in the Treatment of Eating Disorders and Trauma. In A. Seubert & P. Virdi (Eds). Trauma-Informed Approaches to Eating Disorders.. ( pp 111-117). New York. Springer, 2nd edition.

Ressler, A. & Kleinman, S. (2018). Bringing the Body Back into Body Image: Body Centered Perspectives on Eating Disorders. In Embodiment and Eating Disorders H.McBride and Janelle Kwee In H.L.McBride & Janelle L.Kwee (Eds.) Embodiment and Eating Disorders: Theory, Research and Treatment. ( pp.328-341). New York. Routledge.

Instructional Methods:

Instruction will include in-person didactic lecture paired with PowerPoint presentation as well as a small group activity. Case studies are utilized to illustrate concepts and facilitate discussion.

When:

Friday, 08/23/24

10:00am Check-in and General Meeting

10:30am – 12:00 pm - CE Presentation

1.5 Continuing Education Hours

Dress Code: Dress comfortably as this will have elements of movement incorportated in the program.

Where:

Wholelife Church 2800 N Orange Ave., Orlando, FL 32804, third floor

Cost:

FREE for all attendees

The Central Florida iaedp chapter recognizes the importance of education and training in the field of eating disorders. In an effort to break down financial barriers and make valuable resources accessible, we are proud to offer this training free of charge. This initiative aims to empower individuals interested in enhancing their understanding and skills in the treatment of eating disorders, fostering a more inclusive and knowledgeable community. By providing training at no cost, we are striving to support professionals and advocates dedicated to making a positive impact on their clients and community.

Tickets also available at the door, day of event!

For more information regarding our Chapter events, please email our Chapter President, Laura Gerbec at [email protected]

The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness is approved by the Florida Board of Psychology to provide continuing education courses to psychologists (Provider # 50-11298, expires May 31, 2024), the Florida Board of Nursing (Provider # 50-11298, expires October 31, 2023), the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling (Provider # 50-11298, expires March 31, 2024), and the Florida Council of Dietetics and Nutrition (Provider # 50-11298). The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness maintains responsibility for this program and its content. This course offers 1.5 credit(s).

Host or Publisher Central Florida Chapter of iaedp