Anorexia Nervosa
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At Victus our specialized Counselors are dedicated to providing the tools and supports needed to overcome an eating disorder. Specialized registered dietitians are available through a network of providers we have cultivated collaboration with. Including IAEDP trained and certified dietitians licensed in multiple states.
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Victus Counseling is dedicated to guiding individuals on a transformative journey toward recovery from eating disorders. We understand the complexities of these conditions and offer a supportive environment where you can find the most effective treatment tailored to your needs. Our experienced team uses a range of evidence-based therapies, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps in altering negative thought patterns; Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), encouraging a life aligned with personal values even in the face of distress; and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), which equips you with coping skills for emotional stability.
We also incorporate Motivational Interviewing to empower your willingness to change, Person-Centered Therapy to provide a non-judgmental space for growth, and Family Behavior Therapy (FBT) to engage the support of loved ones in your recovery process. Every step you take with us is a stride toward reclaiming control and creating a balanced, fulfilling life.
It’s always interesting having a photographer with you. The curious question was asked - what does a grocery store represent in your profession?
My reply was “sad, it’s a scary experience for so many” I have so much empathy for those navigating this very challenging mental health condition.
The photographer captured these moments. I was thinking about how overwhelming this whole experience is for some while I was standing in the parking lot of a grocery store. I try and explain: “It’s not about the “food” it’s about the experience of food, how the mind and body will distort experiences. In therapy we call these experiences introception or embodied experiences. What is felt or seen is not “safe” it can be a very scary experience for those navigating eating recovery. It’s a very isolating yet ‘loud’ paradox in the mind for many working through an eating disorder.”
Advocacy week is coming to an end yet the work we do is still ongoing.
Never give up on the journey - it does get brighter and better.
-2025 NEDA Week
South Dakota
Photography: EMC Co.
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Ending a very busy week with National Eating Disorder Awareness week! Reminding everyone you’re not alone, educated and specialized providers do exist and that full recovery is possible! It’s not easy but it is possible - anything worth fighting for will never be an easy journey AND you’re not alone on the journey.
#thetimeisnow
First Alert Safety Check: National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
www.dakotanewsnow.com
It’s the number one cause of death among all mental health illnesses and affects lives emotionally, socially, and physically.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
And the more professional video! It’s been a busy month and so much support for eating recovery! We believe in full recovery and in all of our clients!
www.keloland.com/keloland-living/eating-disorders-awareness-week/amp/
#thetimeisnow
Eating Disorders Awareness Week
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Eating Disorders Awareness Week shines a crucial light on a complex and often misunderstood group of mental health conditions.Eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and bing…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Thank you Vance Thompson Vision on 57th street for lighting up Blue and Green 2/28 - 3/2 to spotlight National Eating Disorder Awareness week!
#thetimeisnow
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2025 International Association of Eating Disorders Professional Symposium (IAEDP) is wrapping up and look at this superstar I was able to officially join in person!!! After 4+ yrs working together virtually from two different states serving and supporting our shared clients - it was and is an honor to work with one of the best in the nation - Meggie Holden, CEDS-RD
A very important part of recovery is trusting your team and you can only go as far as your team trusts and works together! Certification in our field is valuable and continuing education is priceless. When your providers are experts AND still invest in trainings, lectures, learning, growing and improving…it is to be better at serving our clients.
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I love this.
This afternoon I was able to tour two treatment facilities in California before IAEDP!
Alsana - thank you for the wonderful support, community, and services offered in your California programs! One word I would use to describe the Alsana - FLORA and LUNA locations is …”home”.
You can feel the compassion - support - and dedication Alsana cultivates both in staff and clients.
Fun Fact: Alsana offers virtual, and in person supports, and I totally love those bi-weekly free Friday support groups for community connection for all!
- Did I mention it feels so much like a home for healing??? ❤️🩹 thank you Alsana!
Next stop - Palm Springs! I will get to every booth at IAEDP and fill in the missing gaps for resources in the states the drive will have! 2147 drive miles so far of pure dedication to our eating recovery communities!
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Utah Utah I made it through Meggie Holden RD CEDS home state! I have to admit it was a late night drive. It was good to get a little further away from snow… however I did not plan weather in mtns.
What do we do when we don’t know what to do?? Reach out to your friends! (And share location on cell)
Thanks to Lizzie Saltzman - Certified Eating Recovery Coach for guiding this therapist through snow in mountains! She’s a friend and a recovery coach for those needing support on those mt days!
Utah Eating Disorder Recovery supports:
Equip virtual
Alsana
Pretty sure ERC virtual
I will do some digging on WithIn
Avalon Hills
Center for Change
Meadows
Faith Fact: social media photos are super edited - my daughter is a photographer and would say Mom you can edit the road sign out - but I preach about values and authentic selves - no edits here!
“There are reports in the literature regarding the percentage of individuals who edit their photos before publishing them on Instagram. These range between 30 and 90%.”
bmcpsychology.biomedcentral.com
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I made it through Nebraska and into Denver! It is good for me to see how long that drive is for Clients and also to have the opportunity to experience the friendly Midwest Coloradan’s!
Fact: DenverAcute is the only facility in the nation treating eating disorders for the most compromjsed and acute medical stabilization of clients.
Treatment facilities in Colorado:
Eating Recover Center
Acute Center for Eating Disorders (DenverAcute)
Very.Health
EDCare
Childrens Hospital Colorado
Within is virtual in Colorado
Equip is virtual in Colorado
I will absolutely check if I am missing anymore!
A Faith Fact: the meters outside of Denver Hospital are apparently apps where in South Dakota we still use coins and cards (maybe we can tap to pay??) lol I did download the PayByPhone app. after sending the attached photo to my 22 year old and getting a walk through on what this all involved 😁
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First Alert Safety Check: National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
/in Educational, In the NewsSIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – 28.8 million Americans will have an eating disorder in their lifetime. It’s the number one cause of death among all mental health illnesses and affects lives emotionally, socially, and physically. Victus Counseling owner and Clinical Therapist specializing in eating disorder treatment Faith Carlson explained the warning signs as, “You’re […]