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Eating Disorders

Mental Health Disorders We Provide Mental Health Treatment For

Eating Disorder Treatment in Georgia

Eating disorders are serious and often fatal illnesses associated with severe disturbances in people’s eating behaviors and related thoughts and emotions. At St. Mary’s Wellness Center, we offer comprehensive eating disorder treatment in Georgia, designed to help individuals overcome eating disorders and regain a healthy relationship with food and their bodies.

What are Eating Disorders?

Eating disorders involve extreme emotions, attitudes, and behaviors surrounding weight and food issues. They are serious emotional and physical problems that can have lifethreatening consequences for both females and males. The most common forms are Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, and Binge Eating Disorder.

Eating Disorders Causes and Risk Factors

Eating disorders are complex conditions that arise from a combination of long-standing behavioral, biological, emotional, psychological, interpersonal, and social factors. While eating disorders may begin with preoccupations with food and weight, they are most often about much more than food. Risk factors include:

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Eating Disorders Symptoms

Symptoms of eating disorders vary depending on the specific type of disorder but generally include:

Georgia Eating Disorder Treatment Options at St. Mary's Wellness

Effective treatment for eating disorders generally involves a combination of psychological and nutritional counseling, along with medical and psychiatric monitoring. Treatments at St.Mary’s include:

Why Choose St. Mary’s Wellness Center for Eating Disorder Therapy?

St. Mary’s Wellness Center is dedicated to providing personalized care in a supportive environment, using evidence-based treatments to address eating disorders. Our team includes specialists in psychology, psychiatry, nutrition, and internal medicine who collaborate to offer comprehensive care.

How to Get Help for Eating Disorders in Georgia

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, reach out to St. Mary’s Wellness. We understand the courage it takes to seek help and are committed to supporting each step towards recovery.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Eating Disorders

With proper treatment, individuals can recover from eating disorders and regain a healthy relationship with food and their bodies.

The first step is recognizing there is a problem and seeking help from professionals who specialize in eating disorder treatment.

The duration of treatment varies depending on the severity of the disorder and the individual’s unique needs, but it often includes long-term interventions.

No, while body image issues are a significant component of eating disorders, these disorders are also about controlling emotions and handling stress.

Families can be supportive encouraging their loved one to seek treatment, learning about the disorder, and participating in family therapy sessions. 

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What Our Clients Say
Timothy S.
Timothy S.
“My life isn't perfect, but l'm certainly in a better place because of SLOW. Great facility, great showers, great beds, nice outdoor area, solid food, fantastic therapists and groups. Got to meet some nice friends, and get healthier.”
Rachel
Rachel
“Southern Live Oak Wellness saved my life. The therapists genuinely care about the clients and helping them get better. Working on yourself is not easy, but the therapists help guide you and make you be able to work through whatever may be going on.”
Maddy G.
Maddy G.
“I have been to over 5 different treatment centers mainly for substance abuse and was never successful. I came to slow and got to work on my mental health and addiction. I felt so accepted here and finally felt safe. I worked on my trauma while here as well. the staff at slow are very caring and compassionate to the clients and for once I felt loved. I am so grateful for slow and everything they have done for me here.”
Shiann C.
Shiann C.
"Gorgeous facility with client focused care. They offer Brain Mapping, Med stabilization, Life Skills, Red Light Therapy & Nutrition plans! Locally owned. The only place I would send a loved one to."
Amber S.
Amber S.
"Just finished my 30 day program here and I can't speaker high enough about this facility. It's brand new, super clean and, more importantly, the staff is superb."
Jennifer M.
Jennifer M.
"St. Marys helped me save my life! They taught me how to build a solid foundation for healing.
I felt so safe and supported by the staff that it felt like one big family. I am forever grateful for getting the opportunity to build from my rock bottom at such a caring and compassionate place!! 💜💜"

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