ARFID Treatment
Eating Recovery Center is the nation’s leading mental health care system for the treatment of eating disorders, with 35 centers across the country in addition to nationwide virtual treatment.
Eating Recovery Center is the nation's only health care system dedicated to the treatment of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) at all levels of care, including inpatient treatment, residential treatment, partial hospitalization treatment and intensive outpatient treatment.
Call us or submit a form to schedule a confidential, no-obligation assessment with a Master’s level clinician.
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Considering Care with Eating Recovery Center?
Here's what your next steps will look like:
Introductory Call
Give us a call, or schedule one through our intake form. We want to get to know you, your needs and how our team can support you.
Pre-treatment Assessment
If treatment seems like a good fit, we will schedule a complimentary, no-obligation 60-minute clinical assessment with a Master’s level clinician who can explore your treatment options and recommend the best program for your needs.
Review Insurance Coverage
Gathering your insurance information will help us determine your estimated benefits and cost of treatment. Don’t worry: We will never bill you or your insurance until you join us on your first day of treatment.
ARFID Treatment
ARFID treatment may include some or all of the following interventions, following a comprehensive assessment:
- Medical and psychiatric stabilization
- Nutritional rehabilitation and weight restoration
- Family/caregiver involvement
- A multidisciplinary treatment team approach (medical, psychosocial, nutritional)
- Collaboration with referring providers
A key component of ARFID treatment at ERC is continuous education of patients and parents alike about the patient's diagnosis, interventions, treatment expectations and treatment goals. We support the patient and family members from assessment to discharge and beyond. The consequences of ARFID can be fatal so prompt treatment is highly recommended.
What are the Symptoms of ARFID
Common ARFID symptoms include:
- Lack of interest in food
- Avoiding foods due to texture or consistency
- Being a “picky” eater
- Refusing to try new foods
- Requiring food to be prepared a specific way
- Feeling afraid to eat due to fear of a possible allergic reactions, choking or vomiting
Due to their restrictive eating habits, people with ARFID may be at very low body weights or suffer from malnutrition. Knowing the warning signs and symptoms of ARFID is an important first step in seeking care for this type of eating disorder. If you are concerned that you or someone you know might be experiencing ARFID, please contact us.
We Are In-Network With All Major Commercial Insurance Providers
We are in network with most major insurance providers, believing that treatment should be accessible and affordable.
To ensure you can pursue treatment, our dedicated team will work on your behalf with your insurance provider, answer questions and provide guidance and support every step of the way.
Plus Other Major Insurance Providers
ARFID Treatment Programs
Our eating disorder treatment centers across the nation provide specialized ARFID treatment for diverse patients of all ages and at all levels of care. Learn more about our program offerings.
ARFID Treatment Locations
Eating Recovery Center The Woodlands
17350 St Lukes Way suite 220
The Woodlands, TX 77384
United States
Eating Recovery Center San Antonio
250 E Basse Rd #206
San Antonio, TX 78209
United States
Eating Recovery Center Sacramento
3610 American River Dr, Suite 140
Sacramento, CA 95864
United States
Eating Recovery Center Northbrook
4201 Lake Cook Rd #200
Northbrook, IL 60062
United States
Eating Recovery Center Cincinnati
3805 Edwards Rd Suite 400
Cincinnati, OH 45209
United States
Eating Recovery Center Chicago Oak Brook
1010 Jorie Blvd Suite 200
Oak Brook, IL 60523
United States
Eating Recovery Center Dallas/Plano - Baylor Campus
4708 Alliance Blvd #300
Plano, TX 75093
United States
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Eating Recovery Center is accredited through the Joint Commission. This organization seeks to enhance the lives of the persons served in healthcare settings through a consultative accreditation process emphasizing quality, value and optimal outcomes of services.
Organizations that earn the Gold Seal of Approval™ have met or exceeded The Joint Commission’s rigorous performance standards to obtain this distinctive and internationally recognized accreditation. Learn more about this accreditation here.
