Skills for Recovery Group is being offered in partnership with Eating Disorders Nova Scotia (EDNS), based on Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). DBT is a specific type of cognitive-behavioural treatment developed by Marsha Linehan, Ph.D. The essence of DBT is founded on four skill sets intended to teach and adopt healthier methods of coping with painful emotions through acceptance and change. The four skills are:

 

• Mindfulness 

• Interpersonal Effectiveness

• Emotion Regulation 

• Distress Tolerance 

 

The Skills for Recovery Group draws on DBT skills to assist with recovery from various eating disorders. Skills for Recovery takes place online group format through Zoom. Group leaders will teach recovery skills and assign homework. The homework will provide an opportunity to practice these new skills in everyday life. You will learn to identify triggers and improve responses to stress and apply mindful eating. With these skills you can regain a healthier relationship with food.

 

The group will be facilitated by an experienced and trained DBT clinician. The sessions are like a classroom environment offered virtually from the comfort of your own home, to enhance the learning experience. The group is 13-weeks on Tuesday nights and will start:

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