The Adolescent Eating Disorders Partial Hospitalization Program at Pine Rest provides treatment for adolescents ages 12 through high school graduation who struggle with disordered eating. Attendees benefit from a comprehensive, evidence-based treatment approach that addresses their unique needs and promotes long-term recovery.
Program Details:
- Ages Treated: 12 through high school graduation
- Diagnoses Covered: Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, and ARFID
- Program Schedule: Monday through Friday, approximately 7:45 a.m. to 4:05 p.m.
- Length of Program: 2-4 weeks, based on the patient’s individual needs
Program participants will receive care from general medicine professionals, psychiatrists, therapists, dietitians, nurses, occupational therapists, and a transition coordinator. This team uses a multi-modal approach grounded in evidence-based treatments, including:
- 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
These therapies are delivered in individual sessions, group settings, and integrated into mealtime support and daily routines. The treatment space even includes a state of the art therapy kitchen that supports food exposure work. In addition, the program includes dedicated school time during the treatment day, so participants can stay on track with their assignments.
The Pediatric Eating Disorder Partial Program is located inside the Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health on the Pine Rest Cutlerville Campus at 300 68th Street SE, Building H, Grand Rapids. For more information or to make a referral, call (800) 678-5500 or visit pinerest.org/partialED. All referrals will be assessed by a transition coordinator to determine placement in the program.
