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Weight Management is a public health approach used to help people lose weight in a controlled way to obtain a healthier lifestyle and reduce risks associated with obesity and diabetes supplemented with education in nutrition and preparing meals to be effective and safe.
At First Steps ED we employ experienced and qualified Counsellors and Psychotherapists who offer sessions face to face and via video consultation either as part of our funded services or available for private paid support.
1.25 million people are estimated to have a diagnosed eating disorder in the UK, although the true scale of the issue is unknown. First Steps ED is here to help those suffering with eating disorders without the need for a diagnosis.
of all sufferers are male, however these are only estimates and the true figure is unknown
A positive approach to recovery is key, and with a progressive attitude you can silence the nagging voice and take control; but don’t expect never to fall again. You are allowed to have a blip, to stumble, to take a step backwards and grapple for a helping hand to find your feet again.
First Steps has been working with Derbyshire Eating Disorders Services (CEDS) since 2011 through the NHS Care Coordinator to keep people at risk of hospitalisation focused on their recovery.
First Steps was originally run by volunteers and so they have always played a very important role in keeping the charity open and able to support people struggling with eating difficulties and disorders.
On Saturday 16th November 2019, Cathy became the proud winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Midlands Business and Community Charity Awards ceremony at Aston Villa Football Club.
East Midlands Charity 2019
Volunteer Team of the Year
Establishing Benchmarks
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