In-Person2 CE Credits
Hiding in Plain Sight: Treatment Considerations for Males with Eating Disorders
Hosted by Mental Health Counselors Association of Palm Beach County
Jan 16, 2026 Children's Services Council, Boynton Beach, Florida
Health & Social Care
About This Event
This continuing education workshop focuses on understanding and treating eating disorders in males, a population often underserved in treatment settings. The presentation covers how eating disorders present differently in males versus females, identifies high-risk male subgroups including athletes and LGBTQ males, and addresses barriers to treatment and biases in current assessment tools and therapeutic approaches.
Topics Covered
DEI & Cultural Competence
Cultural CompetencyLGBTQ+ Affirming CareHealth Equity & DisparitiesImplicit Bias
Mental Health & Neurodiversity
Eating DisordersDiagnosis & Psych Testing
Venue
Continuing Education
2 CE Credits
Who This Event Is For
Industries
Health & Social Care
Professional Fields
Medical & Direct CareMental Health & CounselingSocial WorkNursing & Advanced Practice
Professions
PsychologistsLicensed Professional CounselorsMarriage & Family TherapistsSocial WorkersSubstance Abuse CounselorsAddiction CounselorMental Health Counselors
Target Audience
Licensed mental health counselors, therapists, and behavioral health professionals
