Specialized support that takes ARFID seriously
94%
of ARFID patients improved nutritional intake during treatment
“We are all thriving, and our daughter has been happily eating for the last 18 months. Eating Recovery Center truly changed our world for the best!”
- Parent from Brave Bites ARFID Program
What your child is experiencing is real, and treatable
Getting help for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) comes with a lot of uncertainty. Is my child “sick enough”? Is it something they’ll eventually grow out of? Parents come to us overwhelmed and unsure where to turn next. You’re not alone. Brave Bites ARFID Program is led by a dedicated multidisciplinary team that helps children and adolescents rebuild confidence around food. Not just in treatment, but for the birthdays, the family trips, and everyday life.
Why families choose
Brave Bites ARFID Program
A program specifically for ARFID
Every patient in the program with your child is diagnosed with ARFID, not other general eating disorders. They're surrounded by peers and clinicians who understand the unique challenges of ARFID.
Families are part of recovery
Parents are involved in every stage of care. Weekly virtual parent support is just one of the many ways we help families feel confident supporting meals, reducing stress, and maintaining progress from home.
We treat the “why” behind food avoidance
ARFID can be driven by different things: sensory sensitivities, fear of choking or vomiting, low appetite, anxiety, or co-occurring conditions. We tailor care to what’s driving food avoidance using evidence-based approaches designed to help meals feel safer and more manageable.
Led by a dedicated multidisciplinary team
Child multidisciplinary
Clinical psychologists
Registered dietitians
Medical providers
Licensed therapists
24/7 nursing support (RES only)
Is it more than picky eating?
Takes a few minutes | Fully confidential
Care Options for Children & Adolescents
Designed for ages 10–17
We accept most
major commercial insurance plans
Have questions?
We have answers.
Who is Brave Bites ARFID designed for?
Brave Bites ARFID is a specialized ARFID treatment program for children and adolescents ages 10–17. If your child avoids food because of sensory sensitivities, fear of choking or vomiting, low appetite or another underlying reason, our team can help determine whether Brave Bites ARFID is the right fit through a free, confidential assessment.
How is ARFID different from picky eating?
ARFID is a diagnosable eating disorder, while picky eating is a common developmental phase that many children outgrow. Children with ARFID often avoid food because of sensory sensitivities, fear of eating or a lack of interest in food, and those challenges can affect nutrition, growth, daily functioning and family life.
What does treatment at Brave Bites ARFID include?
Brave Bites ARFID combines therapy, nutrition support, family involvement and medical care in one personalized treatment plan. Your child may work with therapists, registered dietitians, psychiatrists, psychologists and medical providers while participating in supported meals and evidence-based therapies designed to address the underlying causes of food avoidance.
Will my family be involved in treatment?
Yes. Parents and caregivers are involved throughout treatment. Families receive education, guidance and weekly virtual parent support to help reduce stress at home, support meals with confidence and reinforce progress outside of treatment.
Can my child receive treatment if they also have anxiety or autism?
Yes. Brave Bites ARFID treats children who also have anxiety, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD and other co-occurring conditions. Because ARFID can have many different underlying causes, treatment is individualized to address your child's unique needs.
How do I know if my child needs professional help for ARFID?
If food avoidance is affecting your child's nutrition, growth or daily life, it's time to seek an evaluation. Frequent mealtime distress, an extremely limited variety of foods, weight or growth concerns, nutritional deficiencies, or avoiding school and social activities because of food are all signs that specialized treatment may help.
How do I get started?
Getting started begins with a free, confidential assessment. Our admissions team will answer your questions, learn about your child's needs, verify your insurance benefits and recommend whether Brave Bites ARFID is the right program.
What is the best treatment for ARFID?
The best treatment for ARFID is individualized, evidence-based care that addresses the reasons behind food avoidance. Treatment may include behavioral therapies, nutrition counseling, family involvement and medical support to help children feel safer, more confident and more flexible around food.