Sarah Archer: Understanding Eating Disorders

Shockingly eating disorders affect over 30 million people of all ages, regardless of gender? What’s more is, they also hold the highest mortality rate among all mental health disorders. With such alarming statistics, this is an episode that demands attention from everyone.

In this crucial episode, Sarah Archer from Align Eating Disorder Treatment in Escondido, California, sheds light on the challenging subject of eating disorders. She guides us in recognizing the signs, finding effective evidence-based treatments—especially Family-Based Treatment—and navigating the complex cultural pressures surrounding body image.

We'll also delve into how caregivers can offer support to their loved ones, even in the face of unexpected hurdles like exercise intertwining with eating disorders. But this conversation isn't just about highlighting problems—it's about fostering empowerment and instilling hope. Whether you're seeking assistance for yourself or a cherished individual, brace yourself for a dose of encouragement and insight that will equip you with knowledge and confidence.

BIO: 

Sarah Archer LMFT, has been working with adolescents, teens and their families for over 15 years as a behavioral coach, individual and family therapist. Transitioning from Rady Children’s Hospital, Sarah has served as the Program Manager to the UCSD Adolescent Eating Disorder Program for over 10 years. While in addition to providing clinical services, she managed all program admissions, served as the San Diego Unified School District Liaison, trained and supervised staff in Evidence Based Practices and served as Lead of Adolescent Athletic Programming. 

Sarah Archer received her Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of San Diego in 2005.  She has served as an Adjunct Professor at USD teaching Family Counseling to Graduate Students in 2019 and 2020 and for the past 6 years has been a guest lecturer at UCSD for the undergraduate eating disorder seminar. In 2019 she Co-Founded CounSEL, an animated video-based program teaching adolescents and teens evidence-based coping skills and has served over 30,000 students throughout California.

RESOURCES/ REFERENCES:

Align Eating Disorders

F.E.A.S.T. Eating Disorder Support Group

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered as professional advice. Listeners are encouraged to seek guidance from qualified professionals for their specific situations.