It is our mission to promote a high level of professionalism among practitioners who treat individuals with eating disorders by promoting ethical and professional standards, offering education and training in the field, certifying those who have met prescribed requirements, promoting professional awareness of eating disorders and assisting in prevention efforts.
iaedp™-Tucson is committed to excellence in training and professionalism in the treatment of eating disorders.
To promote awareness and education of eating disorder professionals we offer three educational events each year.
To promote awareness and education of eating disorder professionals we offer three educational events each year.
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Tiffany Ingersoll, MA, LPC-S, LPCC-S
with
The Meadows and iaedp Tucson
presents
Living in the Body, Not Just Treating It:
A Whole Person Approach to Eating Disorders and Trauma
Tiffany Ingersoll, MA, LPC-S, LPCC-S
with
The Meadows and iaedp Tucson
presents
Living in the Body, Not Just Treating It:
A Whole Person Approach to Eating Disorders and Trauma
Click HERE for flyer with full event description and details!
Through eating disorder recovery, patients learn how to nourish their bodies, appreciate their bodies, and maybe even love their bodies, but many never learn how to live in their bodies. When trauma and eating disorders collide, a whole-person approach is essential to help patients reconnect with self-love, self-care, self-assessment, and the ability to live safely in their bodies. Blending both clinical expertise and lived experience, this presentation addresses the importance of expanding eating disorder treatment to include the simultaneous treatment of trauma and core issues. Tiffany Ingersoll, MA, LPC-S, LPCC-S (seasoned clinician, national speaker, and Clinical Director), provides a clinical perspective on why integrating trauma treatment is necessary for full healing.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Taralyn Johnson, MSN, FNP-C
with
Center for Change and iaedp Tucson
presents
Eating Disorders, Bariatric Surgery, and GLP-1s
This presentation addresses the complexities of eating disorder treatment for patients who engage in aggressive weight loss strategies, particularly with GLP-1 receptor agonists. The history, pharmacology, uses, side effects, and expected outcomes of GLP-1 treatment will be discussed, as well as common physical complications of rapid weight loss. Through case studies, participants will practice talking about the elements of informed consent, the importance of regular monitoring, when medication cessation is appropriate, and the difficulties related to weight recurrence. Concerning trends, such as the distribution of GLP-1 medications through “underground pharmacies” will be addressed, along with special considerations related to pediatric patients and others at higher risk for treatment complications. This presentation will also cover the difficulty related to balancing shared decision-making, respecting patient autonomy, maintaining important boundaries, and preventing misuse. Come prepared to discuss your concerns, inform your decision making, collect important resources, and practice difficult conversations about what our patients at all body sizes face in a weight-centric culture.
Taralyn Johnson, MSN, FNP-C is a Family Nurse Practitioner who joined the team at the Center for Change in 2016. She graduated with a master of science in nursing in 2006, and her past work has predominantly involved the alleviation of physical suffering. She enjoys meeting with patients in Residential Treatment and helping them become healthier, stronger, more comfortable, and more knowledgeable about the effects of eating disorders on their bodies. Taralyn likes to garden and to go to operas and other productions.
Taralyn Johnson, MSN, FNP-C is a Family Nurse Practitioner who joined the team at the Center for Change in 2016. She graduated with a master of science in nursing in 2006, and her past work has predominantly involved the alleviation of physical suffering. She enjoys meeting with patients in Residential Treatment and helping them become healthier, stronger, more comfortable, and more knowledgeable about the effects of eating disorders on their bodies. Taralyn likes to garden and to go to operas and other productions.
Thank you Sponsors!
iaedp™-Tucson relies on the generous contributions of our sponsors to provide educational events and resources to our community.
Interested In Sponsoring iaedp Tucson?
There are many benefits to becoming a sponsor for iaedp™-Tucson. Sponsors are recognized at our events and we include sponsor logos and website links on our event flyers, promotional materials, and website. For more information, please contact us.
or Click here to donate to Tucson IAEDP!
There are many benefits to becoming a sponsor for iaedp™-Tucson. Sponsors are recognized at our events and we include sponsor logos and website links on our event flyers, promotional materials, and website. For more information, please contact us.
or Click here to donate to Tucson IAEDP!