The Washington University Student Group, Reflections, seeks to promote positive body image and eating disorder education: March 1st: Jess Weiner “Do I look fat in this?” Decoding the Language of Body- Seigle Hall Room 304 6-7PM Jess Weiner is this generation’s go-to girl for self esteem. Jess Weiner will speak on on today’s … Read More
Mindful eating practices are effective in eliminating binge eating and helping one build a healthy relationship with food. By noticing and appreciating the flavors, textures, colors, aromas and anticipation of that next bite the experience of eating can become a pleasurable one — free of guilt and shame. Start small- challenge yourself to start each meal today by … Read More
We recently came across an article which asked the question, What does it mean if a program says they “do Dialectical Behavior Therapy”? The multidisciplinary team at McCallum Place’s outpatient clinic, Webster Wellness Professionals, offers the only specialized Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) services for disordered eating in the state that have been certified by the Missouri Department … Read More
The Washington University student group Reflections seeks to promote positive body image and eating disorder education on its St. Louis campus. Reflections will kick off their eating disorders awareness week by hosting inspiring speaker, Caroline Rothstein, on February 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. This event is open to the public! February 22nd: Caroline Rothstein … Read More
McCallum Place Eating Disorders Treatment Programs, and its outpatient clinic for obesity and eating disorders, Webster Wellness Professionals, has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality and safety in behavioral health care. The accreditation award recognizes McCallum Place’s dedication … Read More
The 4th Annual Eating Disorders Awareness Day will take place on February 22 at the Missouri Capitol Rotunda in Jefferson City, MO. Advocators will focus on educating legislators on the facts about eating disorders, and try to end the discrimination and limited access to treatment. Email star@myneda.org to register, or read more about how to … Read More
Contributed by Erin Connelly, SLU Dietetics Student at McCallum Place Sometimes we just need an extra push to get us back on track to acheive our goals. Below are Mantras for Motivation that can give you the jumpstart you’ve been looking for! 1. “Just believe” – Researchers have found participants who went into an activity believing they would do … Read More
Read about how our patients continue to show improvement after discharging from our facility.
