Blog posts in June, 2018

Amanda Pitchko, LAC, Primary Therapist & Alumni Rep at The Renfrew Center of Southern New Jersey 2018 Summer Workshop Recap June 25, 2018

Last week, I had the pleasure of facilitating this year's summer workshop at the Mount Laurel site. This year's theme focused on identifying ways individuals have gained independence from their eating disorders. ...

Jenn P., Renfrew Alumna Breaking Free From Restrictions June 18, 2018

This painting is featured in Renfrew's 2018 Art Calendar. From the artist: "It's me against the eating disorder. A constant struggle for control, a desire to be thin, and a way to numb my emotions. This piece sym...

Shalini Wickramatilake, Renfrew Alumna How My Employer Supported Me Through Treatment and Recovery June 11, 2018

The very first person to help me consider the possibility of seeking extra support for my eating disorder wasn't my therapist, doctor, husband, mom, or best friend; it was my boss. I work in public health, and I ...

Hannah Beaver, LCSW, Alumni Coordinator 2018 Reunion Recap June 05, 2018

Wow, what an amazing reunion weekend! Thank you so much to everyone who was able to attend. It was so wonderful getting to see all of you in Philadelphia, and for those in Florida, I hope you had a great time. It...