Eating Disorder Treatment In Boca Raton, Florida

By: Olivia Kline, EDC Administrative Assistant

When starting eating disorder recovery, it can be difficult to know where to start. There are several different levels of care offered to people struggling with eating disorders. Below is an outline of different types of higher levels of care. 

At Eating Disorder Therapy of Boca Raton, we offer outpatient eating disorder treatment, as well as level of care evaluations to see what the best level of care for you is.


What is a higher level of care? 

A higher level of care refers to any treatment or program that goes beyond attending weekly therapy sessions. In the eating disorder community, there are several well-established types of these more intensive treatment programs.

Inpatient: Clients reside in a hospital-like environment for close medical supervision. This is often necessary for individuals with lab irregularities or EKG issues that require regular monitoring by healthcare professionals. The length of an inpatient stay varies and is influenced by factors such as insurance coverage, medical stability, co-occurring conditions, and overall functioning. Inpatient settings may or may not include therapy or nutrition-focused group sessions.

Residential: This level of care is designed for individuals who are medically stable but still face challenges related to their eating disorder or co-occurring conditions that cannot be effectively addressed in a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Residential treatment can serve as a transition from inpatient care or as an escalation for those in PHP or IOP who need more support. Clients typically stay overnight in a residential facility for at least four weeks, though the length of stay often depends on factors like insurance approval and individual needs.

Partial Hospital Program: A PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) is designed for clients who are medically stable and don’t require continuous monitoring but still benefit from daily support and assessment. Typically, clients attend a treatment center five days a week for the majority of the day. The program often includes supervised meals, individual therapy, nutritional counseling, psychiatric care, and group therapy to address the eating disorder and any relevant co-occurring conditions.

Intensive Outpatient Program: An IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) is often a transitional step, either following PHP or as an alternative to standard outpatient care. This program usually involves group therapy and occasional individual sessions, scheduled three times per week for a few hours each day. It is suitable for clients who are medically stable and do not require daily monitoring. IOP can be especially helpful for individuals who have been seeing an outpatient therapist but have observed a worsening of their eating disorder symptoms.

Outpatient: Here at Eating Disorder Therapy of Boca Raton, we are considered outpatient!
Outpatient treatment generally involves working with a therapist one or two times per week to address eating disorder symptoms and any co-occurring conditions. Clients might also meet weekly with a recovery coach for additional support. The treatment team may also include professionals such as a registered dietitian or psychiatrist to provide comprehensive care.
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Still feeling confused on what level of care is right for you? 

Therapists at Eating Disorder Therapy of Boca Raton conduct evaluations to determine the appropriate level of care (LOC). This process typically involves one or two sessions where the therapist discusses your symptoms, overall functioning, and any potential health risks before recommending a suitable level of care. Scheduling a physical exam with a doctor, including lab tests and an electrocardiogram (EKG), can also be beneficial in identifying any medical issues related to eating disorder symptoms. These assessments help determine medical stability, which is often a requirement for certain levels of treatment.


Interested in a Level of Care evaluation? 
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Eating Disorder Therapy Boca Raton  is a premier outpatient eating disorder therapy center founded by Jennifer Rollin. We specialize in helping teens and adults struggling with anorexia, binge eating disorder, bulimia, OSFED, and body image issues. We provide virtual eating disorder therapy in Boca Raton, Ft. Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Pinecrest, Parkland, Naples, Miami Shores, Palmetto Bay. Virtual eating disorder therapy throughout Florida. 
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