How Do I Know Higher Levels of Care is Right for Me?

If you feel as if out patient care is not helping and your health is deteriorating, seeking higher levels of care may be necessary. If you are concerned about your safety or the safety of those around you. If you need specific medical intervention, nutritional intervention, or to manage erratic behaviors.

Types of Programs:

Eating Disorder Programs

These programs offer treatment plans tailored to address the unique needs of each person and illness, including medical monitoring, nutritional counseling, individual and group therapy, and psychiatric support. These programs may offer different levels of care, ranging from outpatient services to partial hospitalization or residential treatment, depending on the severity of the disorder and individual needs. The main goal is to ensure patients develop coping skills, relapse prevention strategies, and ongoing support to sustain recovery.

Intensive Out Patient Care:

IOP combines inpatient care and traditional out patient care. Participants are able to return home after sessions using the information learned in real-life situations. This type of care is beneficial for transitioning back to one’s community.

Partial Hospitalization

PHP typically takes place about 5 times a week, during the day, allowing patients to return home in the evening. This type of care allows for patients to learn from mental health professionals while returning to their personal support systems.

Inpatient Services

The goal of inpatient care is to provide a safe environment where wellness and health is promoted. Patients are closely monitored to address acute symptoms and provide a structured therapeutic environment. This type of care is typically short-term but crucial for individuals with severe symptoms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy

DBT blends elements of CBT with mindfulness to help manage emotions and improve relationships. It focuses on mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. DBT focuses on finding the balance between acceptance and change.

Eating Disorder Programs

These programs offer treatment plans tailored to address the unique needs of each person and illness, including medical monitoring, nutritional counseling, individual and group therapy, and psychiatric support. These programs may offer different levels of care, ranging from outpatient services to partial hospitalization or residential treatment, depending on the severity of the disorder and individual needs. The main goal is to ensure patients develop coping skills, relapse prevention strategies, and ongoing support to sustain recovery.