Training programmes
Practical, evidence-based training on eating disorders.
I deliver evidence-based training for schools, healthcare teams, foster care services and parents, helping professionals recognise eating disorders early, respond confidently, and support recovery safely.
Delivery options
Flexible delivery to suit your setting
In-person workshops
Delivered on-site within schools, healthcare organisations and foster care services, tailored to the needs of your team and setting.
Online training
Live online sessions for remote or hybrid teams — Delivered on-site within schools, healthcare organisations and foster care services, tailored to the needs of your team and setting.
Tailored to your setting
Delivered on-site within schools, healthcare organisations and foster care services, tailored to the needs of your team and setting.
Clinically grounded
Delivered by an MSc-qualified, BACP Accredited therapist with over 10 years’ clinical experience across the NHS, schools and private practice, specialising in eating disorders.
Who this training is for
Training for the people who make a difference
School staff & educators
Teachers, pastoral leads, SENCOs, and support staff working with young people who may be at risk or already affected.
Foster carers & social care
Foster carers and social care professionals supporting young people experiencing eating difficulties, eating disorders and associated emotional needs.
Parents & families
Parents who want to better understand eating disorders, recognise warning signs, and know how to support their child at home.
Training programmes
What the training covers
Training can be delivered as standalone workshops or combined into a bespoke package. Every session is grounded in current clinical evidence, informed by real-world practice, and adapted to the needs of your organisation.
Schools
Medical
Parents
Understanding Eating Disorders
Objectives
- Recognise the signs and symptoms of eating disorders across children and adolescents.
- Understand the psychological, physical and medical impact, alongside current school guidance and responsibilities.
- Learn from specialist clinical experience supporting pupils in mainstream, independent and boarding school settings.
Schools
Managing Eating Disorders in Schools
Objectives
- Develop confidence in identifying and responding to concerns at an early stage.
- Implement practical school strategies alongside eating disorder policies and current medical guidance.
- Create supportive environments that promote recovery while reducing stigma.
Schools
Parents
Promoting Body Neutrality, Self-Esteem & Healthy Movement
Objectives
- Promote body neutrality and healthy relationships with food and movement.
- Understand the impact of social media, peer pressure and comparison.
- Help young people support one another safely and recognise when adult support is needed.
Schools
Medical
Crisis Management & Intervention
Objectives
- Recognise when urgent medical assessment or referral is required.
- Understand appropriate referral pathways and national guidance.
- Respond confidently to eating disorder crises within education and healthcare settings.
Parents
Parental Guidance & Advocacy
Objectives
- Help parents recognise early warning signs and respond with confidence.
- Support effective conversations about food, eating behaviours and mental health.
- Empower parents to advocate for their child within education and healthcare services.
Schools
Medical
Parents
Early Identification & Early Intervention
Objectives
- Recognise the subtle early signs of eating disorders across different age groups.
- Promote collaboration between families, schools and healthcare professionals.
- Respond confidently to concerns using evidence-based guidance and appropriate referral pathways.
Why this training matters
Early intervention saves lives.
Eating disorders are among the most serious mental health conditions and are associated with the highest mortality rate of any psychiatric illness. Early recognition and intervention significantly improve recovery outcomes.
My focus is on translating specialist clinical knowledge into practical skills that professionals and families can use immediately to improve outcomes for young people.
Earlier identification
Staff and parents who know the signs can act sooner — dramatically improving recovery outcomes.
Safer environments
Schools and care settings that understand eating disorders create safer, more responsive environments for young people.
Empowered families
Parents equipped with the right language and knowledge can make a meaningful difference at home.
Reduced stigma
Increasing understanding reduces shame, encourages earlier help-seeking, and supports a more compassionate response to eating disorders.
Interested in bringing this training to your setting?
Get in touch to discuss your organisation’s needs. I offer bespoke packages for schools, foster care settings, and medical teams — delivered in person or online.
Most enquiries receive a response within a few working days. During busy periods, please allow up to 7 working days. megan.baker@mbcounselling.care
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