Session 3 - Supporting Loved Ones with ARFID: Fear of Aversive Consequences @EatingRecoveryCenter
Session 3 - Supporting Loved Ones with ARFID: Fear of Aversive Consequences  @EatingRecoveryCenter
Uploaded September 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Learn about the basics of Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) from an expert in the treatment of eating disorders: Michelle Jones, Ph.D - a licensed clinical psychologist and clinical manager at Eating Recovery Center. In this session she'll cover:

- Treatment planning for ARFID, fear of aversive consequences subtype
- Stages of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for ARFID
- Psychoeducation and early change for ARFID
- The cycle of avoidance
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for ARFID
- Fear hierarchy as a tool and examples of fear hierarchy scenarios
- Relapse prevention for ARFID

Created for individuals seeking a deeper understanding of what ARFID is, the best treatment approaches, and how to effectively support a loved one with ARFID – this series can be helpful for family/friends supporting a child/adolescent OR adult loved one. However, guidance for how to best support a loved one with ARFID will be more geared toward those caring for a child or adolescent recovering from ARFID. Always remember to consult with your loved one's treatment team regarding specific questions or concerns.

If you or anyone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, visit bit.ly/4eI25KV or call (877) 825-8584 to speak confidentially with a Master’s-level clinician.
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Session 3 - Supporting Loved Ones with ARFID: Fear of Aversive Consequences

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