Eating Disorders Treatment in Florida

Florida Center for Recovery

Eating Disorders Treatment in Florida is offered by Florida Center for Recovery in either a residential or outpatient setting. Treatment placement within one of our eating disorder treatment programs is determined based on the duration and level of illness, and the client's current mental health condition. When admitted for treatment each client is given a through exam by the medical and clinical staff and an individualized treatment protocol is developed to attend to the client's specific needs. Our treatment programs are created based on the promotion of total wellness; thus, treating the client as a whole by designing treatment programs to heal the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of the illness.

Individualized Eating Disorder Treatment Program at Florida Center for Recovery

Treatment for Eating Disorders at Florida Center for Recovery involvesindividual and group psychotherapy along with the introduction of a balanced nutritional diet. *For individuals receiving treatment through our residential program, meals are prepared daily by our five-star Chef and the specific caloric needs of each client are overseen by our nutritionist.

Common Eating Disorders:

Anorexia Nervosa - Individuals diagnosed with anorexia nervosa eat very littleand are constantly worried about their weight even though they are very skinny. Some people with anorexia nervosa may also engage in binge-eating followed by extreme dieting, excessive exercise, self-induced vomiting, and/or misuse of laxatives, diuretics, or enemas.

Bulimia Nervosa - Individuals diagnosed with bulimia nervosa are individuals who frequently eat unusual large amounts of food having no control over these episodes. This overeating behavior is compensated by forced vomiting, excessive use of laxatives or diuretics, fasting, excessive exercise, or a combination of these behaviors.

Binge-eating Disorder - Individuals diagnosed with a binge-eating disorder are individuals who have lost control over their eating and as a result, they are often over-weight or obese.

Eating disorders treatment plan may include one or more of the following:

• Individual, group, and/or family psychotherapy
• Medical care and monitoring
• Nutritional counseling
• Balanced diet to re-establish health*
• Medications as indicated
• Relapse prevention

Treatment for eating disorders at Florida Center for Recovery involves psychotherapy which will:

• Help the individual identify and understand the underlying issues that trigger the behavior
• Teach the individual coping skills to better manage stressful situations
• Teach the individual how to manage their emotions
• Improve problem-solving skills
• Improve communication skills

Adequate nutrition, cessation of the dysfunctional eating behaviors and therapeutic treatment are often the foundation of an eating disorder treatment program. However, clients struggling with coexisting conditions such as depression, anxiety, or a substance addiction will have a comprehensive therapeutic treatment plan in place to treat these issues.

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Residential Rehab/Inpatient Rehab

Outpatient Rehab (PHP and IOP)

Our Addiction Treatment Team Consists of:

• Board-Certified Physicians
• Licensed Psychologists
• Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors
• ARNP, LPN, RN
• Certified Trauma Therapist
• Certified Registered Dietitian

Addiction Treatment Program Highlights

• Detoxification Services and Medical Stabilization on Premises
• 24-Residential Program
• Outpatient Services (PHP and IOP)
• 12-Step Program
• SMART RECOVERY^® (Non 12-Step Program)
• RAPID RESOLUTION THERAPY^®
• Specialty Chronic Pain Tract
• Relapse Prevention

Addiction Treatment Services Highlights

• Emergency Consultation Services
• Free, Confidential Assessments
• Individualized Treatment Plans
• Group Therapy
• Individual Therapy
• Family Therapy
• Yoga
• Chiropractic Care
• Massage Therapy
• Personal Trainer
• Art Therapy
• On-Campus Recreational Activities
• Meals Prepared Daily by Gourmet Chef
• Discharge Planning

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