EDV Discovering the Healthy Self workshop

Organisation / Service

Eating Disorders Victoria

Discovering the Healthy Self comprises two parts tailored for individuals over 18 recovering from eating disorders. Both Part A and Part B span six weeks, with each week dedicated to exploring a new topic to enhance recovery skills. Participants can anticipate a blend of education, self-reflection, and group discussion.

Part A: Building Skills for Recovery covers:

• Self-care and self-acceptance
• Cultivating positive self-talk
• Understanding the impact of stigma and discrimination
• Nurturing friendships and relationships
• Fostering self-compassion
• Practicing mindfulness and relaxation techniques

Part B: Strengthening Skills for Recovery addresses:

• Deepening mindfulness and compassion practices
• Establishing routines for self-care
• Exploring identity and connection
• Addressing stigma and discrimination
• Enhancing resilience
• Identifying core values and purpose

Discovering the Healthy Self workshops are held at different times during the year.

National Strategy Standards and Actions

Treatment

Standard 2: Treatment services routinely offer or refer to early and brief community interventions for people with binge-eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, OSFED (excluding atypical anorexia nervosa), UFED, and sub-threshold eating disorders where clinically indicated.

Action 2.1 Treatment providers to be trained and supported to provide early and/or brief interventions for people with binge-eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, OSFED (excluding atypical anorexia nervosa), UFED, and sub-threshold eating disorders where clinically indicated.