EDCare Kansas City

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! This time of year reminds us that life is always moving forward. Even when transitions feel quiet or uncertain, they open the door for growth, healing, and new possibilities. At EDCare, we support every step of your journey toward recovery. Learn more at www.eatingdisorder.care

04/02/2026

In this Let’s Talk series on Emotion Focused Family Therapy with Bryn Miller, LPC, CEDS-C, Advisor of Family Services we discuss what sets EFFT apart and how its focus on emotional connection can create meaningful change for both individuals and their support systems.

Explore our approach to family support and eating disorder recovery at https://eatingdisorder.care/

03/31/2026

We are closing out our National Nutrition Month Q and A series with a question about fear foods.

Avoidance can strengthen anxiety over time. Gradual, supported exposure helps retrain the brain and reduce distress. When foods lose their moral labels, eating becomes less about fear and more about nourishment and enjoyment. Freedom expands when flexibility grows.

Take the next step in your recovery with support from our team at https://eatingdisorder.care/

03/30/2026

We can’t wait to see you at the Nebraska Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics (NAND) Conference April 23–24 in Lincoln, NE!

Join us Day 1 at 9:45 AM for “When Less Isn’t More: How Under-Fueling Undermines Health and Performance in Athletes” presented by EDCare’s Director of Nutrition Services, Linda Steinhardt, MS, RD, CSSD, CEDS.

Stop by our booth to meet our Registered Dietitian Jennifer Meyer, RDN, LMNT and learn more about the eating disorder services we provide in Omaha.

Learn more and register online: https://eatrightnebraska.org/annual-conference/

03/28/2026

As part of our National Nutrition Month Q and A, we are addressing social challenges in recovery.

Diet talk can feel triggering, invalidating, or exhausting. Setting boundaries is not rude, it is protective. Redirecting conversations or expressing your needs clearly can create safer spaces while you focus on healing. Your recovery deserves to be prioritized.

Access recovery resources and support at https://eatingdisorder.care/

03/27/2026

Nutrition, mental health, and eating disorders are deeply connected, yet many families aren’t sure how to talk about it. Our latest blog breaks down what families need to know to support healing, understand eating behavior, and foster balanced relationships with food and body image.

Knowledge empowers care. Read more and share with someone who might benefit: https://ow.ly/ltKX50YxOhp

03/26/2026

In our Let’s Talk series, Bryn Miller, LPC, CEDS-C, Advisor of Family Services, continues the conversation on Emotion Focused Family Therapy and its role in eating disorder recovery. In this video, Bryn explores the skills caregivers and support people develop in EFFT and how these tools can strengthen connection and support throughout the healing process.

Learn more about EDCare at https://eatingdisorder.care/

03/25/2026

National Nutrition Month is an opportunity to revisit the basics of healing.

Eating enough is not always easy to gauge, especially when hunger cues have been disrupted. Consistency, adequacy, and professional guidance can help restore balance. Signs of sufficient nourishment often include steadier energy, improved concentration, and reduced preoccupation with food.

Find out how our dietitians guide clients toward adequate nourishment at https://eatingdisorder.care/

03/24/2026

Time is running out to register for our upcoming Virtual CE Workshop hosted by The Eating Disorder Foundation and EDCare on March 26th at 5pm MT. Hear from EDCare Denver's Clinical Director, Dr. Kelly Souza who will explore how ARFID differs from other eating disorder diagnoses for National Nutrition Month!

Register for free online: ARFID.eventbrite.com

03/23/2026

EDCare Kansas City was proud to sponsor and attend Recovery in Bloom, hosted by The Village Support Network. This event brought together community members and professionals to raise funds that directly support access to eating disorder treatment.

We’re grateful for opportunities to collaborate with organizations working to reduce barriers to care and expand access to life-saving treatment. Events like this play an important role in strengthening community-based solutions and supporting recovery for those who need it most.

03/22/2026

Eating disorders are complex and often misunderstood. They don’t always "look" the way people expect. While weight loss medications like GLP-1s may change body size, they don’t address underlying body image concerns or the emotional aspects of eating disorders.

Real support means looking beyond appearance and focusing on mental and emotional well-being. Effective care requires comprehensive, evidence-based approaches that center mental health, not just physical outcomes. Continued education and awareness are essential to improving recognition and access to appropriate treatment.

The rapid adoption of GLP-1 weight-loss medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound represents one of the most striking cultural shifts in weight management I’ve witnessed in nearly 30 years

03/21/2026

Happy Spring. Growth begins with the courage to change, to try something new, and to believe that something different is possible. Healing often starts with small steps that, over time, create meaningful transformation. You are capable of blooming in your own season and in your own way.
If you are ready to take a step toward recovery, explore our programs and supportive services at https://eatingdisorder.care/