Gain an understanding of how eating disorders develop, and how we can provide support in a trauma-informed way.
Led by Jessica Parker
Tickets: free for members, £50 for non-members.
This Live Classroom offers a reflective and practical exploration of eating disorders in children and young people.
You’ll gain a grounded understanding of how biological, psychological and social factors interact in the development and maintenance of disordered eating. The session moves beyond symptoms and labels, focusing on how we can respond with compassion, consistency and care.
With a strong emphasis on trauma-informed practice, we’ll explore what it means to support in a way that feels safe and sustainable for all involved.
Whether you’re an educator, social worker, healthcare provider or social care professional, this session will offer both insight and actionable strategies that you can take back into your everyday work.
“Love the Creative Life Story Work live classrooms – they are so accessible, practical and always provide lots of thoughts and ideas to take away.”
No formal preparation is required but you may find it helpful to reflect on:
You are welcome to bring questions, reflections, or challenges from your setting. The session is designed to be interactive, with space for discussion and shared learning.
Jessica is director of Trauma Informed Consultancy Services. She has a background in both psychology and education and is currently undertaking a PhD in Psychological Medicine at Kings College London, specialising in the early identification and prevention of eating disorders.
Alongside her studies, Jessica has developed, delivered on and managed many mental health in education programmes, several of these for Trauma Informed Consultancy Services. She brings with her experience of national level programmes including those at the Department for Education and the Department for Health and Social Care.
Formerly, Jessica was a School Engagement Trainer at the Anna Freud Centre where she worked with professionals, caregivers and young people, and Education Director at Creative Education. She has designed bespoke training on a range of mental health in education topics. Prior to that, Jessica taught in schools and further education settings and had additional responsibilities within leadership and safeguarding teams.
This session will be held via Zoom.
We would encourage you to read this document for advice on how to access zoom particularly if you haven’t accessed zoom before. If you are planning on attending via a work device, you may need to seek access permission in advance.
You will receive a zoom link to access the live classroom at least 48hours before the live classroom takes place.
Feel free to contact us prior to the scheduled event date if you have any specific questions or requirements relating to access.
