In 1989, Turning Point developed what is now a nationally-recognized eating disorders program. Our residential eating disorders program is designed to provide opportunities for clients with Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia, and Compulsive Overeating Disorders to explore personal issues in a supporting environment.

Turning Point's eating disorders track is a gentle, caring and effective 12-Step based program facilitated by trained therapists and our nutritionist utilizing individual therapy, psychotherapy, various groups, including body image, nutrition, menu planning, lectures, and individualized treatment planning.

Because eating disorders are progressive, addictive, dangerous, and potentially fatal, Turning Point encourages the development of healthy eating, balanced exercise, positive body image, and assertive communication skills. Our program focuses on the development of coping skills to deal with day-to-date stressors to encourage mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical wellness.

The residential treatment setting consists of highly focus, intensive 24-hour treatment in a structured environment. Clients attend groups pertaining to eating disorders, sexual, physical, and emotional trauma, body image, dysfunctional relationships, and relapse prevention, along with individual sessions and selected lectures. Utilizing individualized treatment planning and levels of care, special emphasis is placed on optimizing daily living skills to ensure successful recovery.

Additional Services Include:

• Individual and group therapy
• Educational and gender-specific groups
• Individual and group nutritional counseling
• Meal planning, food shopping, and meal preparation
• 12-Step education and community meetings
• Comprehensive family program for family and/or significant other.
• Individualized treatment planning and aftercare planning
• Weekly aftercare support groups at no charge

Most importantly, the primary goal of the program includes abstinence from mood-altering substances and foods which "trigger" cravings, as well as the elimination of self-defeating behaviors.