Specialized Eating Disorder Services

Eating Disorders, part of an addictive process, erode one’s mind, body, and spirit. Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder all involve biological and environmental factors. WCPA offers an integrated treatment approach that addresses the physical, mental and social aspects of these complex diseases. Both individuals and family systems are a focus of therapy.

Our Services Include:

• Qualified staff including psychiatrist, L.P.C. / R.N. (therapist), and nutritionist, with specialized training and extensive experience in the field of eating disorders
• Eating disorder assessment
• Treatment of other compulsive behaviors, including substance abuse, self-harm, compulsive exercise, compulsive shopping and sexual behaviors
• Therapy for those contemplating or recovering from bariatric surgery
• Individual recovery plan that targets both the harmful behaviors and underlying trauma
• Couples counseling
• Family therapy
• Psychiatric evaluation
• Nutritional counseling
• Group therapy
• Educational presentations to school students, parents, and faculties

Our Therapeutic Methods:

Eating disorders are complicated diseases that require a comprehensive treatment plan. To effectively manage the obvious symptoms and behaviors, as well as the underlying trauma, aspects of various therapeutic models are used. Types of therapy and methods offered by WCPA include:

• Internal Family Systems Therapy
• EMDR
• Trauma Therapy
• Attachment Theory
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
• Twelve Step Philosophy
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy
• Solution-Focused Therapy

WCPA provides a unique alternative for individuals in the early stages of an eating disorder, or for those requiring ongoing support as they transition from more intensive treatment environments. Good outcomes are associated with timely treatment and family support. Any individual, family member or friend with concerns or questions about someone with eating disorder behavior may call (314) 275-8599 for phone consultation or initial assessment with a therapist who specializes in eating disorders.