Eating Disorders Prevention And Recovery Program

Eating disorders (EDs) are serious illnesses of mind and body, based on distorted perceptions, obsessive and perfectionistic thinking, and low self-esteem. The multidisciplinary approach used to treat eating disorders at PsycheSoma allows for a more effective treatment of the whole person, making use of the patient's skills and interests, while working to strengthen weak areas.

Many ED sufferers are very knowledgeable about nutrition and fitness, but their ideas are usually combinations of correct and incorrect information. The passion for fitness can be seen as a positive side of eating disorders, but one that is overwhelmed by the unhealthy/obsessional pursuit of thinness, and the perfectionistic and depressogenic self-concept.

The PsycheSoma Eating Disorders Program includes Nutritional Counseling, Fitness Evaluation and Education, Relaxation, and Psychotherapy.  It provides expert supervision in healthy eating and exercise, and any or all of: individual therapy, couple or family therapy, and group therapy. Our integrated approach provides patients with the greatest chance of recovery and maintenance.