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January 11, 2012 - 2:00pm

Meet Kelly!

January’s Staff Spotlight is Kelly Stephenson!

Magnolia Creek Contract Therapist Kelly Stephenson peaking out from behind some trees

Look hard!  She's there.

Kelly is one of our Adjunct Therapist and has been with Magnolia Creek since 2010.  As an Adjunct Therapist, Kelly fills in for our Primary Therapist when they are on vacation, paid holidays, or whenever they are at a professional training seminar.  She typically can be found leading groups or acting as an evening or weekend therapeutic presence at least once a month.   Staff and clients alike appreciate her gentle demeanor, joyful attitude and kind spirit.   

What is your favorite quote or motto?

“The deepest need of the human heart is to be fully known, forgiven, and to still be wanted.”  Sharon Hersh

What song did you most recently have on “repeat” in your car?

"This Little Light of Mine” – Veggie Tales

An aside – Kelly has several small children, I’m thinking this is for their benefit…

If you could go anywhere in the world right now, where would you go?

Ireland

Favorite fictional hero?

Curious George – because he can entertain my son for hours!  :)

Describe yourself in 3 words.

Forgiven, Wife, Mother

Magnolia Creek Contract Therapist Kelly Stephenson hiding behind a stump.

Where's Kelly?  There she is!

What is your favorite book?

Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers

What talent would you most like to possess that you do not currently have?

To be able to dance and not look like Monica from the TV show Friends.

What word of phrase do you overuse?

Unfortunately, right now it is probably “No, Graham!”

Favorite sound?

My kids laughing.

Least favorite sound?

Tornado sirens going off!  I’m terrified of tornadoes!

Funny cause this is when I rush to look out a window to see if I can see one.  :)

Magnolia Creek Contract Therapist hiding behind a tree.

She's there, I promise.  Look hard.

Favorite thing to cook?

Homemade pizza.

Favorite word?

Awesome

Most treasured possession?

Other than my family, my hair straightener!

If your life were to be made into a movie, who would you want to play you?

My wish would be Jennifer Aniston.

Favorite thing about working at the Creek?

The fun staff and seeing the ladies at the Creek begin to come alive with a passion for life!
 

November 2, 2011 - 9:37am

Some interesting links have been popping up on our rader recently, and we wanted to share them with our blog readers:

4 Ways to Truly Love Yourself

http://blogs.psychcentral.com/weightless/2011/10/4-ways-to-truly-love-yourself/

As many of you know, the "Weightless" Blog by Martina Tartakovsky is a favorite of ours. This recent posting lists four key ways to show love to ourselves. The first two suggestions take work, but they are essential to building a strong foundation for recovery. The last two suggestions are so important to remember on a continual basis; so many of us go out of our way to respond to others' needs and show kindness to them but neglect to do so for ourselves.

Eating Disorders Tied to Absence of Brain Cannabinoids

http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/11/01/eating-disorders-tied-to-absence-of-brain-cannabinoids/30929.html

A recent research study suggests a physical link between eating disorders and brain chemistry. While we certainly don't suggest that sufferers seek out cannabinoids to deal with their eating disorder, it was fascinating to learn about a possible biological cause and the potential for finding a drug to address it.

College Students Have Trouble Recognizing Disordered Eating

http://psychcentral.com/news/2011/11/02/college-students-have-trouble-recognizing-disordered-eating/30981.html

This study supports the findings of a recent NEDA study that colleges are ill-prepared for handling eating disorders. This particular study found that college students have difficulty recognizing the warning signs. The researcher intends to expand research into how to improve eating disorders awareness and education among college students. As a reminder, Magnolia Creek has a university partnership program to assist college campuses in addressing eating disorders.

November 16, 2010 - 5:08pm

2011 SEED conferenceMagnolia Creek is pleased to announce that we will again serving as a key sponsor for the 2nd annual Southeastern Eating Disorders Conference (SEED), a 3-day conference scheduled for February 17-20, 2011 at The Georgia Center, The University of Georgia's Conference Center in Athens, Georgia.

Mental health professionals who work with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with eating disorders are invited to attend.

Clinical director, Dr. Nicole Siegfried, will be presenting on Saturday, February 19 from 10:45am - 12:15 pm on "The Truth about Suicide, Self-Harm and Eating Disorders.

Integrative Treatment for Eating Disorders

Be part of an evolution in understanding and treating Eating Disorders. You will hear current experts in eating disorders, including those with interests in the fields of Western, complementary and alternative medicines, broadening your view about working with Eating Disorders. We invite you to join us for this information-packed weekend, and earn CEU's when you attend.

For more information, download a flyer about the workshop.

Register:

$150 if registered before January 14, 2011
$189 after January 14, 2011

To register and pay online, visit http://www.recoveryranch.com/workshops.

February 1, 2010 - 9:15am

Southeastern Eating Disorders ConferenceMagnolia Creek is proud to be one of the sponsors of the 1st Annual Southeastern Eating Disorder Conference. This 3-day workshop will be held in Atlanta, Georgia in two weeks and is chock-full of speakers and presentations:

  • February 11 - 13, 2010
  • At the Embassy Suites Atlanta "Buckhead" 3285 Peachtree Road, NE Atlanta, GA  30305
  • CEU credits will be offered

Our own Executive Director, Nicole Siegfried, will be presenting on Sunday, February 13 from 1:30pm - 3:00pm on "Sustaining a Lasting Recovery from an Eating Disorder."

For more information and register, download the informational flyer. Hope to see you there!

January 26, 2010 - 2:34pm

Is there a way to diagnose eating disorders in small children? When should a parent be concerned? An expert on CNN shares her thoughts.

August 24, 2009 - 7:14am

Perspectives

Magnolia Creek is pleased to announce that our executive director, Nicole Siegfried, and clinical director, Elizabeth Mullins, have recently published an article that is appearing in the summer edition of  Perspectives, The Renfrew Center Foundation's biannual publication for women's mental health care professionals.

Their article, "Shame on You: Shame-Reduction Exercises in Treatment of Eating Disorders" discusses the role of shame in eating disorders and provides several experiential-based shame-reduction exercises for treatment professionals to use.

August 10, 2009 - 8:41am

Magnolia Creek and The Ranch are teaming up to bring renowned speaker and seminar leader Mary Bellofatto to town to lead a special day workshop for treatment professionals.  The workshop will focus on experiential techniques dealing with addictions, eating disorders, resistant clients, and the therapist parallel process.

Workshop with Mary Bellofatto

Saturday, August 22, 2009
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Lunch will be provided.

About Mary Bellofatto

Mary is an award-winning speaker, leading retreats, seminars, trainings, and program development in the eating disorders field. She has worked in mental health for more than thirty years, fifteen of them as Clinical Director and National Training and Aftercare Director at one of the leading addictions treatment centers in the nation. She also currently serves on the Board of Directors for iaedp and the Executive Counsel of the American Society of Group Psychotherapy and Psychodrama. Mary's workshops are known for their deep sense of spirituality and hope for change, all while having fun.

How to Register

If you are a treatment professional in the area and would like to attend this free workshop, please contact Brittany at (205) 790 2929.

This is an exciting 6 hours of training that you will not want to miss!

June 3, 2009 - 11:54am

Join Magnolia Creek next Thursday for our Community Celebration Event.

Our program will be kicking off several community initiatives that will promote awareness, treatment, and recovery from eating disorders.

The event will include a panel of professionals and recovered individuals, as well as some fun and entertainment.

June 11, 2009

At the Birmingham Zoo
Auditorium 2630
Cahaba Road
Birmingham, Alabama

Beginning at 6:30 pm

6/12 - 6/13: Alumni Reunion Weekend

Also, don't forget that our Alumni Reunion weekend follows right after. If you have not yet RSVP'd, please do so by the end of this week!

May 7, 2009 - 9:25am

 Eating Disorders Information NetworkJoin Magnolia Creek and EDIN (Eating Disorders Information Network) for a networking coffee. Learn more about EDIN's Professional Resource Network, and meet others who have a passion and commitment to eating disorder prevention in the Atlanta community.

At the World Peace Café

220 Hammond Dr NE
Atlanta, GA 30328
(404) 256-2100

Friday, May 8, 2009
10:00 am—11:30 am

There is no cost to attend. Please RSVP to Kris Shock at kris@myedin.org or 678-480-4275.