THE DIETITIAN ROLE IN LEVELS OF CARE FOR DISORDERED EATING
Disordered eating (DE) treatment includes nutrition counseling and therapy, psychosocial counseling and therapy, and medical monitoring and treatments. Nutrition counseling for DE is complex and involves treatment of several facets. There are five levels of care (LOC) for DE as defined by the American Psychiatric Association and the Residential Eating Disorders Consortium. The criteria for determining appropriate LOC relates to different aspects of care provided, and some specific criteria is directly related to nutritional status. This webinar will provide details about assessment of appropriate LOC, main dietitian responsibilities in each LOC, and how to properly transition between different LOC. Case studies will be discussed to apply information learned, with a basic case example and a more complex case. Whether you are a seasoned DE dietitian or just learning about the field, attending this webinar should enhance your nutrition practice.
Upon successful completion of this one-hour course, the participant should be able to:
- State the levels of care (LOC) for disordered eating (DE) and list criteria for LOC.
- Assess appropriate LOC for DE clients/patients.
- Define the basics of the dietitian’s responsibilities in each LOC.
- Understand how to guide the transition between various LOC.
Live Event Date:
Oct 05, 2023
Expiration Date:
May 31, 2024
Performance Indicators/Learning Objectives: 1.2.3, 4.1.5, 10.1.2, 10.2.6
Target Audience: RDs, DRTs, Health Professionals
Total Cost:
1 Site Credit
About the Presenter: Julie Brake, MS, RDN, LD
Julie Brake is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Licensed by the State of Georgia, specializing in family nutrition, sports nutrition, and prevention and treatment of disordered eating. She has also counseled clients for weight management and various nutritional concerns. She received both her Bachelor’s degree and her Master’s degree in Food Science and Human Nutrition from the University of Florida.
Julie has been a private practice dietitian since 2005 and has worked with families and kids with eating issues since 2002. She is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics as well as the Georgia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. She is also a member of the Sports and Human Performance Nutrition (SPHN) Dietetic Practice Group; the Behavioral Health Nutrition (BHN) DPG; and the Nutrition Entrepreneurs (NE) DPG; as well as the International Federation of Eating Disorder Dietitians (IFEDD).She has presented several webinars for Dietitian Central as a speaker since 2017. Her private practice is currently located in Marietta, GA. Julie participates in networking groups in metro Atlanta with dietitians and other professionals. She has provided presentations to professionals as well as to businesses and schools. She also writes nutrition articles and tips as opportunities arise.
Julie enjoys helping others find a healthy balance with eating attitudes and behaviors. She has experience with various approaches and it is her pleasure to work closely with other counselors and professionals to change people’s lives.
