Eating Disorder Treatment | San Francisco Bay Area

An eating disorder is a complex psychological condition characterized by abnormal eating habits that can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life, interpersonal relationships, occupational functioning, and overall wellness. Eating disorders arise from underlying triggers such as past trauma, abuse, poor coping mechanisms, low-self esteem, difficulty communicating negative emotions, difficulty resolving conflict, and a perfectionistic personality and they often lead to intense emotional pain and suffering. Without some form of intervention or treatment, an eating disorder can become chronic, have devastating emotional and physical consequences, and can be life-threatening. Eating disorders, specifically anorexia nervosa, have the highest mortality rate out of all mental health disorders worldwide. Center For Discovery San Francisco Bay Area specializes in treating the following eating disorders: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Orthorexia Nervosa, Compulsive Overeating, and Selective Eating Disorder (ARFID).

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"The staff made me feel super comfortable and cared for, making my stay much more manageable. The program was very individualized. They worked hard to make sure my specific needs were met and that my specific behaviors were addressed."

Natalie F.
Discovery Alumni
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How can I recover from an eating disorder?

Our San Francisco Bay Area Recovery Center can help you get back on your feet, reconnect with loved ones, and re-establish a sense of joy and value in life. A caring team of highly-trained and experienced professionals will provide a comprehensive evaluation of your unique needs and circumstances, and collaborate with you in developing a personalized plan for your treatment.

How are the goals of treatment achieved? What interventions are used at the Discovery San Francisco Bay Area eating disorder recovery center?

At Discovery San Francisco Bay Area, eating disorder treatment includes a variety of interventions and specialized therapies. It usually involves psychotherapy with a qualified eating disorder specialist, which can include individual, family, or group therapy. Effective evidence-based treatments for eating disorders are available, which are treatments currently being studied and have effective research outcomes. Some of these include:

·      Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

·      Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)

·      Exposure response prevention (ERP)

·      Mindfulness-based interventions

Furthermore, eating disorder treatment may incorporate other specialized therapies and interventions, such as:

·      Expressive arts therapy

·      Movement therapy

·      Body acceptance

Although the journey to healing and recovery can be difficult, you will have a compassionate team of specialists supporting and caring for you at every step. At Center For Discovery - Bay Area, we passionately believe in hope for your future and that full recovery is possible.