About Me
AE's Story & Background
AE Rueppel is a Boston-based mother of 3 who awoke years ago to find that one of her daughters had been “stolen in the middle of the night” by the insidious and debilitating disease of anorexia nervosa. A positive experience with Family Based Treatment allowed the healthy return and full recovery of her daughter, providing proof that recovery is possible.
Guided by her deep compassion for parents, caregivers and families going through the experience of caring for loved ones with an ED, AE has spent the last ten years building eating disorders knowledge and connections within the community, and recently completed her Masters in Health Education and Promotion with a concentration in Eating Disorders.
Using her lived experience and a deep belief that parents and caregivers are valued treatment team members and experts on their own loved ones, AE’s work now focuses on being a resource and advocate for parents and caregivers navigating the ED road to recovery.
Education
Master's Degree in Health Education & Promotion
Plymouth State University, December 2021
Master’s Concentration: Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders Institute, December 2021
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BA in English Literature
University of California Irvine
Experience & Training
​Professional Memberships
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Professional Member, Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association (MEDA)
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Completed Trainings
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Training Institute for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders: Family-Based Treatment (FBT) Certification Program with James Lock, MD, PhD
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Becky Henry Hope Network: ED Caregiver Coach Training Course
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Learning Journey’s International Coaching: Power of Possibility Coaching Certification
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Lifestyle & Wellness Coaching Course utilizing Wellcoaches® materials
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Carolyn Costin Institute: Families and Loved Ones (For CLINICIANS) Eating Disorder Training Course