KHF Finding Freedom Gala - Chicago

General Admission Ticket - 6:30 PM CST: We can't wait to share a delightful evening together with music, a cocktail, strolling silent auction and three course dinner. We are excited to offer this fundraising opportunity alongside inspirational speakers and stories of hope and healing.

VIP Meet & Greet - 6:00 PM CST: an earlier arrival for a meet and greet with Keynote Speaker, Michelle May MD and other program guests while enjoying cocktails and appetizers. You will receive your autographed copy of '"Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat for Binge Eating" authored by Michelle May and co-authored by Kari Anderson, DBH, LPC, CEDS and photo opportunities.

For sponsor opportunities or ticket scholarship information, email misskhaglund@gmail.com

Hotel Information: Should you need a room to stay over...

Friday November 3rd - Saturday November 4th - Group Code: 601 - Hotel Code: CHICDT - Must Book by October 20, 2023 to receive discount.

DoubleTree by Hilton Chicago - North Shore Conference Center
9599 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie IL 60077-1314 US
T: 18476797000

PROGRAM GUESTS

Keynote Speaker

Michelle May, M.D.

Michelle is a recovered yoyo dieter and the founder of Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Programs and Training, which offers non-diet, weight-neutral, mindfulness-based workshops, coaching, and professional training. Over 800 health and wellness professionals have been trained to facilitate Am I Hungry? programs worldwide. Dr. May is the award-winning author of the book series, “Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat” that teaches mindful eating to help individuals find freedom from disordered eating to live the vibrant life they crave.

Speaker

Melissa Bolton, MA, LPC

Melissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in eating disorders and Director of the Kirsten Haglund Foundation's Virtual Transitional Living Program (VTLP). As Director of the VTLP, Melissa develops programming, oversees day to day operations, coordinates with participant treatment teams, and provides consultation to VTLP staff. Since its founding in 2021, Melissa has implemented the VTLP's mission to close a gap in eating disorder support. Melissa is passionate about creating a warm, encouraging environment for staff and participants alike! She is especially grateful for her multidisciplinary team's compassion and expertise. As a therapist at MYBody, PLLC, Melissa works with teens and adults with eating and body image concerns, as well as co-occurring conditions. She has provided counseling in a variety of settings including community mental health, sexual assault recovery, and university counseling. Her passion for holistic healing inspired her to become trained in EMDR and a Certified Yoga Teacher.

Lifetime Achievement Award

Delia Aldridge, MD, FAPA, CEDS-S

Dr. Aldridge is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist, iaedp™ - approved supervisor and Medical Director, Chicago Suburbs for the Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center. Dr Aldridge has over 20 years of experience in treating pediatric and adult patients with Eating Disorders and complex psychiatric co-occurring conditions including self-injury, PTSD, mood disorders and substance use disorders. She serves on the IAEDP Certification and Supervision Committee, as the Chair for the Medical Subcommittee. Dr. Aldridge is Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Rosalind Franklin University/ The Chicago Medical School and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Rush Medical College, teaching medical students, residents and fellows about medical complications of eating disorders.

Advocacy Award

Mallory Faye Silberman, LCSW

Mallory is a Eating Disorder Therapist, Advocate, and Co-Founder of Authentically You Eating Disorder Counseling. Mallory identifies as being "Recovered" from an eating disorder, herself. Due to her previous struggles with an eating disorder, Mallory was inspired to help and show others that full recovery is possible. Mallory spent time traveling the country speaking about eating disorders and recovery, as well as educating other's at schools in the Chicagoland area. Mallory Co-Wrote a Song, "Something To Live For," in 2013 to drive awareness around mental health and eating disorders. She received a publishing deal in 2014 for her book, "Be FreED," about Mallory's journey of recovery, as well as tools to help others recover too. Mallory has been featured on WGN, in the Chicago Tribune, Buffalo Grove Countryside, Recovery Warriors Podcast, and more about her advocacy work in the eating disorder community. It is Mallory's mission to continue to help other's to find their authentic self, and live free from a weight obsessed world. Mallory also looks forward to continue normalizing being a Recovered Professional in the eating disorder community. As Mallory says, "One Person Can Make a Difference, But Together, We can Start a Revolution!"

Thank You To Our Generous Sponsors

All proceeds will benefit KHF in their mission to provide hope, networking and financial aid to those seeking treatment and freedom from eating disorders.

Your support is greatly appreciated. Please email Iora or Mallory Faye, event host, if you have questions or would like to be a sponsor.

The KHF Family