About HEAL

Multidisciplinary treatment teams are considered the standard of care when treating eating disorders, due to the multifaceted nature of eating disorders, which can affect the emotional, psychological and physiological aspects of a person’s lived experience. To support KSU students who may be experiencing eating disorders and or disordered eating the HEAL team offers this interdisciplinary care to students through a partnership between Counseling and Psychological Services, Health Promotion and Wellness, Student Health Services and the Center for Addiction Recovery Prevention and Education. The mission of the HEAL team is to support students with eating concerns and create a body-appreciative campus culture through awareness, education and events. 

What We Do

The HEAL Team collaborates to provide the appropriate level of assessment, intervention, support, and/or referrals for KSU students who present with eating and/or body image concerns.

  • Provide treatment plans that are individualized and may include clinical case management, counseling, psychiatry, medical care/ lab work, nutrition services, and/ or movement support.
  • Provide ethical and evidence-based treatment.
  • Determine the appropriate level of care based on the student's needs.
  • Make recommendations based on progress and level of functioning.
  • Connect students with community resources and referrals as needed.
  • Collaborate with other offices, as necessary, to promote academic success and progress.

 

Referral Process

Students who are interested in joining the HEAL team can expect the following referral process: 

  • Make an appointment with CAPS either through the link below or give the office a call 

  • After having an intake appointment, students will complete an extended intake appointment to further assess history of and current behaviors and thoughts about their relationship with food and their body. 
  • After assessment and HEAL is identified as an accurate referral, students will complete a Release of Information to allow CAPS, SHS, HPW and CARPE to collaborate and create an individualized treatment plan
  • Once ROI is completed students will be asked to set up an appointment with Student Health for a physiological assessment which may include lab work.
  • Meet with the on-campus RDN to assess nutrition needs
  • Can include continued appointments with CAPS, SHS, HPW as well as attending community events through CARPE

Our Team

  • Clinical Case Managers and Counselors, from Counseling and Psychological Services. Our services include:

    • Clinical Case Management
    • Individual and/or Group Counseling

  • Physician from KSU's Student Health Services.  Our services include:

    • Medical Care

  • Registered Dietitian from KSU's Health Promotion and Wellness.  Our services include: 

    • Cooking Demonstrations
    • Nutrition Counseling 
    • Nutrition Workshops

    Nutrition counseling appointments include meeting one-on-one with a registered and licensed dietitian to discuss any concerns you may have with your current eating patterns and your relationship with food and/or your body. Nutrition counseling can be provided in person or virtually via Microsoft Teams to clients who are physically in Georgia.

    Learn more about how to schedule a Nutrition Counseling Appointment. 

    NUTRITION RESOURCES

  • Addiction and Recovery Specialist from KSU's Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education.  Our services include: 

    • Counseling
    • Support Groups and Events

Recovery Meetings

The Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education is committed to supporting recovery and well-being at Kennesaw State University. The meetings listed are available to everyone. If you have any questions or need support, please email recovery@kennesaw.edu or call (470) 578-2538.

  • Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 pm (in-person)
    Kennesaw Campus - University Village 6000 Building - Room 6137 in the Center for Young Adult Addiction and Recovery

    This yoga and mutual aid meeting is open to anyone who is in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or is seeking acceptance of self. We will do gentle yoga followed by an open discussion mutual aid meeting. If you do not have a yoga mat, we can provide one to use. For more details or directions to the Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education, contact Lindsay at lvillarr@kennesaw.edu or RSVP.

  • Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 pm (in-person)
    Kennesaw Campus - University Village 6000 Building - Room 6138 in the Center for Addiction Recovery, Prevention & Education.  

    CARPE hosts this in-person, weekly all-recovery meeting. This meeting is open to anyone in or seeking recovery from substance use disorders, eating disorders, or any other addictions. 

    RECOVERY CALENDAR

Off-Campus Provider Network

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Referral Disclaimer: Referral lists are provided for convenience and informational use only. KSU makes no representation about the quality, credentials, or services provided by any of the listed practitioners/ facilities. As a user of the referral lists, you assume responsibility for evaluating and selecting your own health care providers. You are also responsible for all costs associated with care you may receive. You should carefully review your insurance benefits and confirm that your health care provider accepts your insurance plan before receiving care. If you are under the age of 18, we recommend that you seek the advice of an adult as you consider treatment options.