Emotional Eating Course

Learn Strategies to Better Handle Your Triggers, Emotional Eating, and Mind-Set

Understanding Your Emotions (emotional eating)

Our relationships with food and ourselves are two of the most important relationships we have. Learn to honor your body and trust its cues by understanding what drives compulsive eating patterns, allowing you to find greater joy and fulfillment in all areas of your life and guide others to do the same.

The Emotional Eating Course is for you if...

The Emotional Eating Course is for you if

You’re a Health Coach looking to earn a certificate in a niche area of health.
You've developed a pattern of dealing with your emotions by reaching into the fridge or pantry even when you're not hungry, triggering feelings of shame and guilt.
You struggle with body image and want to live in a body you love.
You want to empower your clients in developing enjoyable and sustainable habits around food that support overall health and well being.

Course Overview

24 modules with 20 case studies

to help you apply what you learn to real-life experiences

42 downloadable handouts

to print and use directly with clients

66 instructional videos

with over 15 hours of content

At one point in our lives, many of us have found ourselves stuck in a cycle of unhealthy eating patterns. From daily stressors and family traditions to cultural norms, fad diets, and perceived body ideals, we may have used or currently use food in a variety of ways including:

For a purpose other than nourishment or satiation
As a coping mechanism for emotions that you don’t want to feel
To feel better, self-soothe, numb, or fill a void
To feel some sense of control over our lives

In this course, we’ll provide you with in-depth knowledge on what emotional eating is, and the triggers, cravings, and feelings associated with it. You’ll learn coaching strategies to help loved ones and clients get to the root of their compulsive eating patterns, so that they can break the cycle for good. You'll lead others on a journey of self-awareness and self-empowerment by guiding them on how to find nourishment beyond food. Your healing journey with food starts here.

What You'll Learn

What is Emotional Eating?

Get clear on the signs of emotional eating, including using food to self-soothe or fill a void, for comfort, as a coping mechanism, or using it to feel some sense of control. We’ll also dive into the key differences between emotional eating and eating disorders, so you have a clear understanding of why it's important when addressing your client's concerns, and how it relates to your scope of practice as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.

Root Causes and Triggers of Emotional Eating

Understanding why you use food in response to your emotions is often the hardest part on your journey towards better health. From stress and lack of sleep to perceived body “ideals” and our diet culture, we’ll break down why fad diets don’t work and deconstruct common biases and norms that fuel unhealthy habits. You’ll develop a deeper understanding of how you view, perceive, and feel about food and ultimately yourself – especially in connection to your weight.

Cravings, Sugar, and Listening to Your Body

We’re biologically hardwired to receive pleasure from sweet foods, and we associate cakes and treats with celebration and fun. This mind-set also leads to cravings, which are signs of emotional or psychological hunger. This behavior can stem from dehydration, boredom, social situations, hormones, and more. We’ll ask you to dig deep, connecting your current eating habits with emotions, while shifting your mind-set away from behavior that can cause weight gain, high blood sugar, and more serious health conditions.

Nourishment Beyond Food

Sometimes we get sidetracked by thinking food is the only way to truly feel nourished. While this course focuses on helping you implement mindful eating strategies, there are many things found off your plate that can nourish and fulfill you more than just food alone. We’ll encourage you to create a more vibrant life through a variety of self-healing tools, including nurturing relationships, physical activity, self-care, and more. A well-rounded you is a more balanced you!

Integrating Emotional Eating into Your Practice

You’ve dug into your own history with food, and now you’re ready to help others do the same. We’ll teach you how to take the concept of bio-individuality one step further in your coaching sessions, giving you the tools you need to dig into why your clients use food in response to their emotions. You’ll confidently navigate this complex topic and lead clients on a journey of self-empowerment and healing.

What You’ll Get in the Emotional Eating Course...

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll receive a digital badge and certificate of completion. Share your credentials on LinkedIn or print your certificate and hang it in your home office! This is a great way to showcase and celebrate your continued education, success, and concentration on emotional eating.

Anytime, Anywhere

Access your course anywhere you have an Internet connection, whether you’re on the go, in the middle of your daily commute, or in the comfort of your own home – there’s no limit to when or how you can learn!

Videos

You’ll get 24 modules with 66 videos hosted by our Education department staff that provide a deeper look at the why of emotional eating so you understand what’s commonly at work behind this phenomenon before diving into how you can help clients redefine their relationship with food using a variety of tools.

Community

Connect with your classmates and course moderators in an exclusive Facebook group. Post questions you may have about your coursework, ask for feedback, and get support from our expert coaches and a group of like-minded and health-oriented individuals!

Live Calls

Connect in real time and receive live support and mentorship from our team through a series of four group calls scheduled throughout the course. Deepen your exploration and apply what you’re learning in a safe space, both personally and professionally. You’ll also receive a recording of each call to help keep you motivated and inspired.

Content Library

Supplemental materials in every module, including case study scenarios, self-discovery exercises, self-assessment quizzes, skill-building activities, and study guides, which will help you refer back to important concepts and get the most out of this powerful course.

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll receive a digital badge and certificate of completion. Share your credentials on LinkedIn or print your certificate and hang it in your home office! This is a great way to showcase and celebrate your continued education, success, and concentration on emotional eating.

Anytime, Anywhere

Access your course anywhere you have an Internet connection, whether you’re on the go, in the middle of your daily commute, or in the comfort of your own home – there’s no limit to when or how you can learn!

Videos

You’ll get 24 modules with 66 videos hosted by our Education department staff that provide a deeper look at the why of emotional eating so you understand what’s commonly at work behind this phenomenon before diving into how you can help clients redefine their relationship with food using a variety of tools.

Community

Connect with your classmates and course moderators in an exclusive Facebook group. Post questions you may have about your coursework, ask for feedback, and get support from our expert coaches and a group of like-minded and health-oriented individuals!

Live Calls

Connect in real time and receive live support and mentorship from our team through a series of four group calls scheduled throughout the course. Deepen your exploration and apply what you’re learning in a safe space, both personally and professionally. You’ll also receive a recording of each call to help keep you motivated and inspired.

Content Library

Supplemental materials in every module, including case study scenarios, self-discovery exercises, self-assessment quizzes, skill-building activities, and study guides, which will help you refer back to important concepts and get the most out of this powerful course.

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Earn Continuing Education Credits

The Emotional Eating Course is officially recognized by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) for continuing education credits, which means that if you’re a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), you can earn 18 credits to renew your board certification status by successfully completing the Emotional Eating Course! This is yet another pathway for you to grow your skill set and enhance your credibility as a Health Coach while achieving greater success in a rapidly growing field.

What Students Are Saying

Students Are Saying (Emotional Eating)

Jennyfer Aranda Berg

“In the beginning, I thought it was going to be very challenging to navigate emotional eating. After reviewing all the modules, I have found that there is a pattern as well as bio-individuality, the power of history, and self-awareness, all of which enable us to discover our path of healing. I also notice already that in my coaching sessions, something is shifting – I'm not coaching the same way anymore, and I’m becoming aware and putting aside my biases. I not only focus on foods but offer a space to talk about emotions. I feel so empowered to explore within myself personally as well as in my coaching practice.”

Kanna Laird

“I loved the Facebook community, where I received warming support all the time and met amazing human beings. It was such a safe place to be brave and vulnerable. I was able to learn the clear boundaries between eating disorders and emotional eaters and how to help them. I have a clear guideline for my emotional eating clients, and I’m supporting them in great confidence. While I was taking the course, two new clients signed up with my 1:1 Coaching Program, and I have a few people on a waiting list from around the world.”

Sally Barbero

“I learned so much about where my own problems with eating lie and thus am now slowly working toward a kinder, more tolerant attitude with regard to myself. What really sticks in my mind is using food to deny or ignore emotions! This resonates a lot for me and my clients. Having learned so much, I would like to take the course all over again to gain a deeper perspective, coming from a place of knowledge (albeit small) rather than a complete beginner. Thank you, IIN!”

FAQ Emotional Eating V2

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any prerequisites for enrolling?

You don't need to be a current IIN student or graduate to enroll in the Emotional Eating Course. This seven-month advanced course is open to any Health Coach or health professional looking to define their niche, increase their credibility, and enhance their knowledge.

How long is this course?

The Emotional Course is a seven-month course, which includes pre-course orientation materials, 24 modules of content, and holiday breaks (when new modules are not released).

Will this course be graded?

The course is graded on a pass/fail basis. Upon successful completion of the course (70% or higher on both tests), you will receive a certificate of completion.

How much is tuition? Do I have payment plan options?

Tuition is $995 for students who pay in full. We offer three payment plans for those who prefer to pay their tuition in installments. You can choose between two payments of $550, three payments of $375, or $99 down with six installments of $175.

What do I get when I complete the Emotional Eating Course?

At the end of the program, you’ll receive a digital certificate of completion and digital badge to publicly showcase your education. Because the course does not alter your scope of practice, your title won’t change. The information provided in this course (including info about nutrition and eating disorders) is for educational purposes only and will help you work effectively alongside doctors and other healthcare practitioners.

Who should I contact if I have further questions or assistance?

Email support@emotionaleatingpsychology.com. A member of our Student Success team will get back to you shortly! Support hours are Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm Eastern Time.