Rock Recovery: Changing the Recovery Landscape w/Christie Bettwy

"Anyone who needs help should be able to get it!" Executive Director Christie Bettwy shares Rock Recovery's robust outpatient model and lots of hope for 'franshising' a good thing that works! Christie has served for over a decade as the Executive Director for Rock Recovery, a DC-based nonprofit that makes mental healthcare more accessible for all and provides treatment, support and education for those struggling with eating disorders and body image issues. Having gone through recovery herself, she is passionate about spreading the message that complete freedom from disordered eating is possible and helping remove barriers that keep people from experiencing it. She is an active speaker and shares her story with organizations and media outlets across the country. While a true city girl at heart, Christie now resides in the suburbs of Washington, DC with her husband and daughter.Rock Recovery - Eating Disorder Support for DC, MD, and VAhttps://www.rockrecoveryed.org/Chapters: (00:00) Introduction (01:45) Christie's Journey to Rock Recovery(06:05) Founder:  Carylynn Kemp Larson, PhD(07:40) Initial Programming (08:40) Telehealth Changes (09:30) Meal Support Groups (12:10) Insurance & Medicaid(13:15) Growth & Collaboration (15:05) Committed to Change the Stigma(16:40) Funding Challenges (20:00) Positive Reflection (23:10) Community Outreach (25:40) Advocating and Reach (30:00) Franchising What Works? (33:00) Advice: Baby Steps (35:00) Surprising & Beautiful Journey Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/support.Thanks for listening! Therapist Caise https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/eating-disorder-spotlight-resources-support-stories--5613148/supportFind:  therapistcaise.comReach: [email protected]: Eating Disorder Spotlight: Resources, Support & StoriesFollow: Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn & Youtube "Capturing Stories & Inspiring Recovery!"For Mental Health emergencies please go to your nearest Emergency Room or dial 911 or 988 on your phone. Mobile Crisis can also be helpful: Text 4hope to 741741. Disclaimer: The Mental Health Spotlight Podcast is for general informational purposes only and is not meant to replace mental health or other professional health care services. Mental health treatment and recovery requires assessment by a mental health professional. Please consult with your care providers before engaging in new methods of care. The use of information provided in this podcast is at the user’s own risk.