Movie Synopsis:
"Beauty Mark is for anyone who has ever felt invisible because they didn’t conform to our culture’s impossible, unhealthy, abnormal beauty standards. This courageous film examines popular culture’s toxic emphasis on weight and looks through the eyes of Boulder-based psychotherapist and former world-class triathlete Diane Israel– who tells her own story while interviewing other champion athletes, body builders, fashion models and inner-city teens about their experiences relating to self-image."
http://www.beautymarkmovie.com/
Lynn Grefe
Chief Executive Officer, National Eating Disorders Association
“Thanks for sharing your excellent and moving film Beauty Mark. This is very much an honest, sensitive and balanced production. The insight into Diane’s personal journey is particularly strong. What I really like is that the film does not jump to a trite “here are 10 things to do” type solution. Instead it communicates that this is not an easy issue to resolve. This is a thoughtful, responsible film with a clear message delivered via a powerful personal testimony.”
Panel Speakers:
Ellen L. Morrison, MS, RD/LDN, Eating Disorder Specialist
Ellen Lachowicz Morrison, MS, RD, LDN, has specialized in the treatment of eating disorders since 1994. She opened her private practice in Raleigh, NC in 1998. Ellen started her career at the Renfrew Center Florida and in 2006 was part of the initial staff at Carolina House where she developed a unique and effective nutrition program and was instrumental in setting the facility’s policies and procedures. Ellen is associated with IAEDP and has written the Core Nutrition Course for certification. She has worked with the media in outreach, prevention and public awareness. Ellen has appeared as a discussion panelist with Susie Orbach, is a professional speaker on the topics of eating disorders and nutrition counseling and has taught college level nutrition. She is the Co-President of the NC Triangle Network of Eating Disorder Professionals. Ellen resides in Raleigh, NC with her husband. Ellen is a lover of cats in all sizes. For relaxation, she bakes and decorates cakes.
Suzanne F. Bates, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Bates specializes in treating clients with disordered eating, body image distortions, and eating disorders in her psychotherapy private practice in Chapel Hill and Durham, NC. She provides individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy and consultation services. Groups for young women and men who struggle with the any of the many forms of disordered eating utilize an interpersonal or a behavioral format. “Cravings” provides a separate group for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who struggle with an eating disorder. Dr. Bates finds that while group is initially intimidating for many, it is also one of the most significant steps a person can take toward achieving health.
Dr. Bates has worked with Big Ten and National Champion athletes. She served as a Team Consultant to a collegiate Athletic Department to aid prevention of and to address disordered eating issues. Dr. Bates finds many athletes also benefit from psychological tools to enhance performance. Her experience with increasing motivation and treating performance anxiety includes working with athletes, musicians, and public speakers.
Dr. Bates devotes volunteer time to prevention and outreach efforts for eating disorders. For over 15 years she coordinated regional EDAW events and enjoys speaking at events. She has presented research and clinical findings at regional, national, and international conferences on eating disorders, depression, substance abuse, and trauma.
Offices in Durham and Chapel Hill, North Carolina both offer easy access to area freeways and easy parking. Bus service is nearby. Contact her for further information about her practice or to schedule a consultation appointment.
John A. (Buddy) Howard
Buddy Howard is a parent of two young women, one of whom struggled with an eating disorder and got into recovery after about five years. He serves on the Board of Directors of the National Eating Disorders Association, and has been active in eating disorder awareness and prevention since 2001. He lives in Raleigh, NC and serves as President of Equity Research Services, Inc., a Raleigh, NC based firm engaged in investment research, business valuations, investor relations and contract equity reserach. His wife's name is Cathy.
Matthew Bruce Vukoson, MD
Dr. Bruce Vukoson, has been a University Physician for over 30 years at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. He is currently the Lead Physician in the medical clinics and Eating Disorders group, he is on the North Carolina Board of Athletic Trainer Examiners, an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Family Medicine and much more. During his career, he has been a member of or chaired numerous committees and task forces. He has also published research, taught, done presentations and precepted nurse practitioners and medical students.
This event is sponsored by The Center for Women, Ethics, & Public Life
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