Mentorship

Helping athletes manage eating disorders so that they can perform at their best, while feeling confident in their bodies, is a rewarding practice. In the world of sport or performing arts, it can also be challenging. Having worked in the field for over 10 years, Alexia and Jodie are well equipped to help you manage those challenges. Mentorship programs are available for both dietitians and psychologists, offering ongoing support and education to help you thrive in your practice.

SUPERVISION GROUPS

Our supervision groups are an intimate and confidential space to share and exchange with other practitioners. Groups will consist of sharing and conceptualizing cases, learning new skills and tools, and discussing how to adapt treatment to best serve the athlete population. Stay up to date on the guidelines for best practices in the field

Mentorship for psychologists and psychotherapists

4 sessions

Clinical supervision group for psychologists and psychotherapists: Working with athletes and performers with eating disorders

Groups consist of sharing cases, improving clinical skills and learning about topics such as:

Tailoring tools and strategies used in treatment to fit an athlete population.
Working effectively with the treatment team and integrated support team (IST).
Defining the limits around exercise and training.

Learn more

Each group session is made up of 4 meetings lasting 90 minutes which take place via videoconference. Groups are led by Jodie Richardson, PhD, Clinical Psychologist, with a maximum of 10 participants.

English group starting in Winter 2023 with bilingual discussion format

OPQ continuing education credits are available for Quebec practitioners. For practitioners from outside Quebec, a summary of your hours of participation can be provided for submission to your provincial Boards.

Mentorship for dietitians

4 sessions

Clinical supervision group for dietitians: Working with athletes & performers with eating disorders.

Groups consist of sharing cases, improving clinical skills and learning about topics such as:

Tailoring tools and strategies used in treatment to fit an athlete population.
Working effectively with the treatment team and integrated support team (IST).
Defining the limits around exercise and training.

Learn more

Each supervision group is made up of 4 meetings lasting 90 minutes which take place via videoconference. Groups are led by Alexia de Macar, PhD, Sports Dietitian and Jodie Richardson, PhD, Psychologist, with a maximum of 10 participants.

Group sessions will begin in October 2022. Check out the Eventbrite link for more information.

For dietitians/nutritionists in Quebec, the ODNQ recognizes professional supervision as a continuing education activity (1 hour per hour of mentorship, up to 15 hours for the reporting period). For professionals based outside of Quebec, a summary of your hours of participation can be provided for submission to your provincial board.

"I learned so much from Jodie in our eating disorders in athletes supervision group. She is truly an expert and her passion for this topic is inspiring!"

Dr. Lisa Linardatos

Clinical Psychologist

"I enjoy all the more working with athletes who have eating disorders thanks to Alexia’s mentorship. Working with her has taken me beyond my education and has allowed me to finetune my strategies, to better understand WHEN and HOW to apply them. By doing so, I have better results with this vulnerable clientele. The exchanges are rich and allow me to really develop my practice. I wouldn’t do without it anymore!"

Marie-Hélène Bourbonnais

Dietitian-Nutritionist, M.Sc.

"Through Jodie's mentorship, I am learning about the intricacies of an athlete's world. Given the supportive and stimulating space that Jodie creates, I feel safe to be curious and reflective, increasing my confidence and strength in working with this population."

Dr. Alissa Rubinfeld

Clinical Psychologist