RENEW: ‘Supporting family cohesion’ - Support and healing for carers

*This is an event for long term carers only*

RENEW in response to the needs of long term carers, to provide them with a space to begin their own healing journeys. The RENEW groups are run with a specific topic and an expert presenter to introduce you to the information and concepts pertinent to your wellness. Following the presentation there will be space for open discussion amongst the group, supported by facilitators that also have a lived experience caring for a loved one with an eating disorder.

Jess presents crucial information on how to support cohesion within your family, when a family member has an eating disorder. Learn how to support your family to enjoy the benefits of the family unit, keeping siblings supported and not losing the parenting role. With Christmas and holidays around the corner, the group discussion will allow you to explore how you can support the family dynamics through this challenging time.

About Jess Ryan

Jess a clinical psychologist and family therapist specialising in eating disorders treatment. Jess has experience within private, public and specialist services and has strong aspirations for cutting edge, quality treatment for all people with eating disorders. She is currently employed at the Victorian Centre of Excellence in Eating Disorders (CEED), in specialist eating disorder private practice (Nourish Nurture Thrive) and in Geelong at Barwon Consulting Suites. She is currently an Executive Committee Member of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Eating Disorders (ANZAED).

Jess emphasises the fundamental role of family in understanding individual relational patterns. She takes a family inclusive approach in her work, believing that directly engaging families is beneficial in the recovery process, fostering greater understanding for those involved.

**Please note this event is not suitable for those who have been carers for 1-2 years. It will be most beneficial for individuals who have been caring for 3+ years. If you have only been caring for a short time, but would like to attend this group, please e-mail Amy at amy.woods@eatingdisorders.org.au to discuss further.

This group is not for people with an eating disorder or for Mental Health professionals.

View the other RENEW events:

• Monday 21st September 6pm: 'Enduring Relapses’ with Claire Diffey – Mental Health Nurse & Clinical Family Therapist
• Monday 22nd March 6pm: ‘The trauma of the carer experience’ – Presenter to be announced
• Monday 21st June 6pm: ‘Coping with Fatigue’ – Presenter to be announced