Community Education

Dr. Bello is committed to the prevention of eating disorders, combatting harmful messaging about bodies, and education about related concerns in the community. Dr. Bello is available to consult with you about your specific needs or to present to your school or organization to aid in promoting a culture that supports diverse bodies, allows for the development of healthy self-esteem, and promotes an adaptive and nurturing relationship with food.

“Dr. Bello’s lecture was one of the most highly attended PTC parent forums in years! She delivered important information carefully and with grace, and her engaging style got the audience involved.”
— Julie Purrington, Co-President, Broadmeadow PTC
 

Consultation

Consultation can be invaluable in helping families and organizations determine their needs in addressing concerns about an individual, team, group or community.

Parents - Perhaps you wonder if you should be concerned or you feel you could benefit from straightforward information and guidance in addressing identified issues.  A consultation can help you determine the appropriate next steps about a concern for your child. 

Guidance and School Administrators - Consultations can help staff develop and foster safe environments, learn how to identify vulnerable populations and appropriately support students.

Athletic Departments - Student athletes are an at-risk population more vulnerable to disordered eating and can be under intense pressure to manage their athletic and academic responsibilities . Consultations can aid department administrators, coaches, trainers and other staff learn how to identify student-athletes in need of support and proactively develop protocols for their programs.

Presentations

Dr. Bello conducts educational presentations and facilitates workshops that leave attendees with new knowledge, actionable skills and increased confidence. Common topics include body image, eating disorders, empowerment, emotional regulation, and parenting support.  With years of experience Dr. Bello is able to tailor presentations to meet your specific needs.

Prior speaking engagements:

  • Alnylam Pharmaceuticals: Developing Positive Relationships with Food & Body September 2024

  • TJX Companies: Body image in a Body Shaming World

  • Northborough Public Library: Fostering Healthy Body Image

  • Needham Community Education: Quitting the Comparison Game

  • Needham Community Education: Raising Body Confident Kids

  • Flip the Script Wellness Podcast: Avoiding diet culture in the new year

  • Association of Independent Schools New England: Managing student eating concerns

  • Jewish Community Day School: Student workshops & parent presentation. Eating concerns & body image

  • Barre 3 Needham: Fostering healthy self-image in children

  • Belmont After School Enrichment Collaborative: Fostering healthy body image

  • Parent Talk Needham: Creating reasonable relationships with food and body

  • Junior League Boston: Positive body image for girls

  • Broadmeadow Elementary School: Creating reasonable relationships with food and body