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Lisa A. Breisch, M.A., L.C.P.C., Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist
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EDUCATION
Psy.D. Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology, 2001.
L.C.P.C. Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor -- Licensed in Illinois since 1998
M.A. Clinical Psychology, Illinois School of Professional Psychology 1996
B.A. Applied Psychology, University of Illinois at Chicago, graduated with Honors 1994
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Common Boundary Wellness Center
1495 Northrock Court
Rockford, IL 61103
(815) 965-1817 ext. 5
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SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND TRAINING
Cognitive-behavioral and eclectic/comprehensive orientation. Specialized training in Eye Movement Densitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), hypnosis, chronic pain management, trauma treatment, children's playtherapy, marital and couples therapy, family therapy, individual therapy, anger management, assertiveness training, size-acceptance therapy, relaxation and stress reduction, and psychological testing.
Conditions treated include depression, anxiety, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, compulsive eating, night eating syndrome), communication difficulties, low self-esteem, child or teen behavioral problems (ADHD, school problems, etc.), divorce issues, parenting skills enhancement, addictions (alcohol, drug, gambling, sex), chronic physical pain, sexual/physical/emotional abuse, and body image problems. Psychotherapy with individuals, children, teens, couples, families, and groups.
Practicing since 1994. Available for lectures, seminars, and consultation. Author of several papers on weight discrimination, eating disorders and dieting, and on the size-acceptance movement. Chicago NAAFA officer since 1999 promoting education, support, and advocacy for the plus-sized population. Dr. Breisch has been featured on the Chicago Tonight Show, in Dimensions Magazine, in the Chicago Tribune paper, and on WGN Channel 9.
Private practice in Rockford, Illinois. Dr. Breisch accepts most insurance plans and can offer a reduced rate. Contact Dr. Lisa Breisch at Common Boundary Wellness Center 1495 Northrock Court, Rockford, IL (815) 965-1817 ext.5 to schedule an appointment.
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**BODY IMAGE AND THE LARGER WOMAN**
ROCK VALLEY COLLEGE, ROCKFORD, IL
Rock Valley College
3301 N. Mulford Road
Rockford, IL 61114
(815) 921-6799
www.rockvalleycollege.edu
7 WEEKS
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Saturdays
ROCK VALLEY COLLEGE - Continuing Education - Health Section
**PLEASE CALL THE COLLEGE FOR UPDATED CLASS SCHEDULE -
or contact Lisa directly at LisaBreisch@aol.com or (815) 965-1817 ext. 5**
CLASS DESCRIPTION:
(Ages 15+) This class is a psychoeducational class that address body image from theperspective of positive, healthy living at any size. This class is open to men and women. Students will be introduced to a non-diet, size accepting approach to a healthy lifestyle. Topics include positive body image, sociocultural attitudes about shape and weight, evaluating the bioloigical and medical research on weight, self-esteem enhancement, assertiveness training, non-diet normal healthy eating, the hazard of dieting, joyous movement, dealing with size discrimination and prejudice, size acceptance resources, and more! Class includes videos, guest speakers, and role-playing. Textbooks to be purchased at class.
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**Love Your Body: Healthy Living at Every Size Therapy Group**
Rockford, IL
Common Boundary Wellness Center
1495 Northrock Court
Rockford, IL 61103
Call (815) 965-1817 ext. 5 to register.
Or, contact Lisa directly via e-mail at LisaBreisch@aol.com
to find out about the next starting date.
GROUP THERAPY DESCRIPTION:
A topic will be introduced for the first 30 minutes, then a therapeutic discussion will follow. Meet with others to share, listen, problem-solve, learn to cope, improve your health and overall well-being, and have fun! Group sessions will include videos/movies,possible guest speakers, and an optional project.
COST:
Payment includes insurance, sliding feel scale, and self-payment. Methods of payment include check, cash, and credit/debit card. Mandatory purchase of Love Your Body: Healthy Living at Every Size Workbook, $35.00. Please call Lisa to discuss payment arrangements, to verify insurance benefits, and to register for the group.
TOPICS TO BE COVERED INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):
*HISTORY OF THE NEW WEIGHT, HEALTH AT EVERY SIZE PARADIGM
*ADOPTING A HEALTH AT ANY SIZE LIFESTYLE
*SOCIOCULTURAL IMAGES OF BODY IMAGE AND WEIGHT
*HAZARDS AND FRAUDS OF WEIGHT LOSS METHODS
*DIET RECOVERY
*LEARNING NORMAL HEALTHY EATING PATTERNS
*LIVING ACTIVELY WITH JOYOUS MOVEMENT
*BUILDING YOUR OWN BIOPSYCHOSOCIAL HEALTH PROFILE
*POSITIVE SELF-ESTEEM ENHANCEMENT
*OVERCOMING AND COPING WITH SIZE PREJUDICE/STEREOTYPES
*EVALUATING THE BIOLOGICAL AND MEDICAL RESEARCH ON WEIGHT
*RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY
*HANDLING FAMILY, FRIENDS, COWORKERS AND MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS
*SIZE EDUCATION AND ACTIVISM
*THE ROLE OF SUPPORT AND SIZE ACCEPTANCE RESOURCES
Please contact Dr. Lisa Breisch at (815) 965-1817 ext. 5 to find out about start dates.
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Interested in size acceptance support, education, and advocacy?
Then check out:
Chicago NAAFA
National Association To Advance Size Acceptance
President, Lisa Breisch
P.O. Box 595
Tinley Park, IL 60477
24 Hour Event Hotline: (708) 802-0860
E-mail: ChicagoNAAFA@aol.com
Website: www.ChicagoNAAFA.org
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