Our Treatment Approach at the Center for Eating Disorders
Our comprehensive approach treats all eating disorders including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, compulsive and emotional overeating, and binge-eating. For those seeking help in overcoming psychological difficulties related to nutrition and weight, Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital is your place to begin the journey back to health.
Self-regulation Theory
Integrating concepts from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Family Systems Therapy that examine the use of Eating Disorder behavior and other self-destructive behaviors as a means to regulate and manage one’s internal and external experiences.
All Levels of Care
Comprehensive Approach
- Nutritional education and intervention
- Medication education and management
- Experiential therapies including movement therapy, Tai Chi, body image work, and art therapies
- Skills-based therapies
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Spirituality
- Weekly family sessions and multi-family groups
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Weekly support groups
Interdisciplinary Team Approach
- Medical Doctor
- Doctorate Level Director
- Master’s Level Case Managers
- Registered Dietitians
- Registered Nurses
- Expressive Therapists
- Chaplains
- Teachers
- School Liaisons
Group Programming, Individualized Treatment
Capability to customize treatment with:
Comprehensive Family Treatment/Education
Evidence-based Research and Programming
Joint Commission’s Award of Disease Specific Care Certification
Free Confidential Assessment & Referrals
A counselor is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and we are committed to prompt attention.
Please call us at 1-800-432-5005.
