The presentation will describe eating disorders and basic epidemiological information. Eating Disorders are complicated biopsychosocial disorders and often co-occur with other mental health disorders and maladaptive behaviors. The presentation will discuss the use of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for eating disorders and co-occurring maladaptive behaviors. By the completion of the presentation attendees will be able to discuss the 4 main modules of DBT. They will be able to teach core skills to their patients that can help them cope with their eating disorder and NSSI. They will also be able to discuss current research on the efficacy of DBT for eating disorder and NSSI.
Continuing education credit is not available on this webcast.
Nicole Garber, MD, is triple board certified in general psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and obesity medicine. in addition, Dr. Garber is a certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) therapist and has also completed advanced trainings in psychodynamic therapy, mentalization based therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association since 2015.
Dr. Garber began her career at the Menninger Clinic, where she developed the adolescent eating disorder track. She is the former chief of the pediatric and adolescent eating disorder program at Rosewood Centers for Eating Disorders. Dr. Garber is the former medical director at Arizona Children's Association and currently is a board member. She is currently the Vice President of Psychiatric Services at Meadows Behavioral Health and Chief of Psychiatry at The Meadows Ranch where she provides comprehensive individualized treatment for adolescents and adults with eating disorders, supervises the medical team, writes and implements policies and procedures, and facilitates DBT groups. Dr. Garber speaks nationally on the diagnosis and treatment of eating disorders, addictive disorders, and self-harm.
Nicole Garber, MD is not affiliated or associated with Marsha M. Linehan, PhD, ABPP, or her organizations.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Nicole Garber has an employment relationship with Alsana and Eating Recovery Community. She receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Nicole Garber is a member of the American Psychiatric Association, the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals, the National Eating Disorder Association, and the American Medical Association.
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