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Pediatric Eating Disorders Partial Program
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Pediatric Eating Disorders PARTIAL Program
An intensive daily program for ages 12 through high school.
The Pediatric Eating Disorders Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) is for adolescents aged 12 through high school. The 6-8-week comprehensive, supportive program provides intensive, structured care 5 days per week where patients receive treatment during the day and return to their homes after programming. The PHP is tailored to address the unique needs of each patient through a combination of medical, psychological and nutritional support, using a holistic approach that combines mindfulness-based movement and food education. With our innovative approach, we anticipate sustainable outcomes that reduce the potential for relapse.
Our treatment team includes experienced psychiatrists, therapists, registered dietitians, occupational therapists and medical professionals as well as support staff.
We utilize evidence-based practices to ensure that our interventions are effective and aligned with the latest research in eating disorder treatment.
We emphasize the importance of family support and offer educational and therapeutic sessions to help families better understand and assist in the recovery process. Joining your child for breakfast a couple times a week and engaging in weekly family meetings is a vital part of the service.
Services
Services are provided by a multi-disciplinary treatment team specifically trained in child and adolescent eating disorders. The program includes meetings with a psychiatrist upon admission and at scheduled times before or after the program day.
Patients will also meet individually with a general medical provider, dietician, occupational therapists as well as their therapist. These professionals will work together with the patient and the rest of the multidisciplinary team to establish treatment goals, strategies and a comprehensive aftercare plan.
Benefits
The Pediatric Eating Disorders PHP provides a number of benefits, including:
- Quick access to care and prevention of hospitalization
- Improved symptoms
- Supportive peer-to-peer environment
- Skill-building
- Flexible scheduling allowing patients to attend sessions while continuing with daily activities or responsibilities, such as school
- Family involvement
- Reduction of the long-term effects of the illness
Diagnoses Covered
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Binge Eating Disorder
- ARFID (Diagnoses Covered)
Evidence-based practices include:
- Cognitive Behavior Therapy – Enhanced (CBT-E)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)/Radically Open DBT (RO-DBT)
- Family Based Treatment (FBT) Informed
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Exposure Therapy
Group Sessions
Daily group education and therapy sessions are led by a licensed clinician.
Group topics include:
- Communication Skills
- Coping Skills
- Understanding Emotions
- Family Dynamics
- Friendship/Peer Relationships
- School Stress
- Self-care/Healthy Habits
- Self-Esteem/Self-compassion
- Body Image
- Healthy Movement
- Disordered Eating
- Social Media/Diet Culture
Location
300 68th Street SE
Building E, Entrance E1
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
When arriving on campus, please follow the blue signs to Building E, Entrance E1.
Hours
Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Patients attend daily and may enter the program any day of the week.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get my child admitted?
Please call the Pine Rest Contact Center at 800.678.5500. An assessment will be completed to determine the appropriate level of care. A provider referral is not needed, although it can be helpful to coordinate services.
Do you take insurance?
Pine Rest participates with almost all major insurance plans. Co-pays and deductibles vary. Contact your insurance provider for what your
plan will cover. Patients with Medicaid or no insurance must contact their local Community Mental Health for assessment and referral. Our intake clinicians can assist you in the process.
Is lodging available for patients and their families?
Families from long distances may arrange lodging at one of the area hotels or Ronald McDonald House West Michigan. Your intake clinician will connect you to local lodging information.
Are meals available for patients?
Yes, they will be given breakfast and lunch as well as snacks daily.
What is the average length of stay?
Length of treatment will be based on the patient’s individual needs and will be re-evaluated through their stay.
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Additional SERVICEs for Pediatric Eating Disorders
For immediate help, call our hospital contact center at 800.678.5500. To schedule a new outpatient therapy or psychiatry appointment, call 866.852.4001.
