Get daily support for eating disorder recovery with partial hospitalization
Partial hospitalization offers structured, intensive eating disorder treatment five to seven days a week. You or your loved one can return home or to supportive housing in the evenings for the right balance of support and independence.
Expert partial hospitalization eating disorder treatment
PHP provides consistent structure, medical oversight, and therapeutic support. It’s designed to help you stabilize, build skills, and move forward with confidence.
Partial Hospitalization treatment at ERC includes:
Programming five to seven days per week, six to 11 hours per day*
Full-time primary care physician and psychiatrist on staff
Supervision by experienced registered dietitians and mental health therapists specializing in eating disorders
Eating disorder recovery skill building with individual therapy, interactive group sessions, passes and outings
Daily, individualized meal planning, nutritional support and education
Evidence-based eating disorder therapies
Weight-inclusive, trauma-informed and gender-affirming care and LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC support
Family programming, family meals, multifamily group therapy and support groups for caregivers
Access to local hospitals for urgent matters that can’t be handled on site
You’re in the right place
to explore your options.
When you’re struggling with food, eating behaviors, or intrusive thoughts, it can be hard to know what kind of help is “enough.” Partial hospitalization provides structured treatment each day while allowing you to return home in the evenings.
Words from our patients
Healing isn’t just possible. It happens here every day.
This program changed my life for the better. I never thought recovery was possible, but now I know it is.
Lizz F
Found their Eating Recovery At Home experience helpful
Adult patients felt their care team met their expectations
Parents found their experience at ERC helpful
Patients no longer reported significant eating disorder symptoms
No two recovery journeys are the same
Adults
You don’t have to give up your life to get help for an eating disorder. Our adult PHP offers daily structure and support while preserving independence outside of treatment hours.
Adult support
Children and adolescents
Child and teen focused PHP that includes family involvement and academic support to help young people continue their education while receiving care.
Child & adolescent care
Families and caregivers
Families play a vital role in recovery. We provide education, therapy, and ongoing family support to help caregivers feel informed and empowered.
Family and caregiver support
Those stepping up or stabilizing
PHP is often helpful when outpatient care isn’t enough or as a supportive next step following higher levels of care.
Step up and stabilize
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Deep Specialization Across Diagnoses
Eating Disorders We Treat
If eating disorder symptoms are affecting your health or safety, inpatient care may be appropriate.
We treat a full range of eating disorders, including:
Severe restriction and medical instability requiring close monitoring and support.
Serious medical and psychological risks, regardless of body size.
Extreme food avoidance that interferes with nutrition and health.
Loss of control around eating with significant physical or emotional impact.
Binge–purge cycles that place strain on the body and mind.
Disordered eating patterns that affect physical health and well-being.
Insulin restriction in people with diabetes, requiring specialized medical care.
Eating disorder symptoms that don’t fit one diagnosis but still require comprehensive treatment.
Obsessive focus on “clean” eating that compromises nutrition and mental health.
Have questions?
Find answers here.
Is partial hospitalization right for me?
Partial hospitalization is often helpful when eating disorder symptoms are affecting daily life and outpatient care isn’t providing enough support. If you need structured, daily treatment but are medically stable and able to return home in the evenings, PHP may be a good fit. A brief assessment can help clarify whether this level of care meets your needs.
What’s the difference between PHP and residential treatment?
While both PHP and residential treatment offer intensive, evidence-based eating disorder care, PHP allows you to return home or to recovery housing in the evenings, while residential treatment provides 24/7 care. PHP is designed for individuals who need daily structure and support without full-time inpatient care.
Do I have to step down from residential to start PHP?
No, while some people enter PHP after residential treatment, many begin PHP directly when outpatient care isn’t enough. PHP is a standalone level of care and can be an appropriate starting point depending on your symptoms, needs, and medical stability.
What happens during a PHP assessment?
A PHP assessment is a confidential conversation with our admissions team about your eating disorder symptoms, medical history, and current challenges. It typically takes about 15 minutes and helps determine what level of care may be most supportive for you. There’s no obligation to start treatment.
Will my insurance cover partial hospitalization?
Many insurance plans cover eating disorder PHP treatment. Our admissions team can help verify your benefits, explain coverage, and walk you through next steps so you can make an informed decision.