Monte Nido Eating Disorder Center of Philadelphia Treatment for Eating Disorders and Exercise Addiction to Open June 21, 2016

MALIBU, Calif., June 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Monte Nido Holdings, LLC, a leading provider of treatment for adults and adolescent females and males with eating disorders and exercise addiction, will open the Eating Disorder Center of Philadelphia on June 21, 2016.

The new center offers partial hospitalization programming with step-down options for adults and adolescents with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and exercise addiction. Monte Nido's Eating Disorder Center of Philadelphia is an affiliate of Monte Nido and joins its network of 18 centers in six states, including California, Oregon, Massachusetts, New York and Florida.

"For close to two decades, we've fielded numerous requests to expand our program to other areas of the east coast," said Doug Bunnell, PhD, CEDS, Chief Clinical Officer for Monte Nido. "Our program is unique for its emphasis on using evidence-based treatment as a cornerstone, as well as a team of recovered professionals that believe in a clients ability to become fully recovered."

Monte Nido has performed and published the only decade-long post-graduate outcome study on clients with eating disorders who have attended a residential level of care. The proprietary Monte Nido Level System helps patients achieve a clear understanding of their eating and/or exercise disorders, the disorders' effect on their lives and treatment necessary for personal recovery.

"The Monte Nido philosophy includes restoring biochemical functioning and nutritional balance, and implementing healthy eating and exercise habits in order to help patients change destructive behaviors," commented Emily Dumas, MA, LMFT, Clinical Director of Monte Nido Philadelphia. "As with all Monte Nido programs, clients are seen by a comprehensive and experienced multi-disciplinary treatment team."

Day Treatment at Monte Nido Philadelphia

Clinical excellence is at the heart of Monte Nido's day treatment programs. The innovative, evidence-based approach helps clients regain a healthy relationship with food and their bodies. Clients participate in groups and individual therapy, and experience real life challenges including shopping for food, preparing meals and eating as a family. 

Treatment at Monte Nido Philadelphia includes:

• Partial hospitalization up to seven days per week, six to eight hours per day
• Step-down options when a lower level of care is optimal
• Multiple Individual and group therapy sessions
• Family therapy and multi-family groups

Patients and medical professionals interested in speaking to a Monte Nido professional may call 888-228-1253 or email [email protected] for further information.

About Monte Nido Holdings, LLC

Monte Nido and Affiliates, based in Malibu, California, is a leading provider of treatment for eating disorders and exercise addiction to adults and adolescents. Founded in 1996, the company operates 18 facilities in six states. With its emphasis on clinical excellence and outcomes, Monte Nido's residential facilities are accredited by The Joint Commission. Collectively, Monte Nido offers a full spectrum of treatment alternatives from residential care to day treatment programs for men, women, and adolescents beginning at age 13. Additional information is available at www.montenido.com.

Contacts:       
Carrie Norman | Monte Nido
503-545-6994
[email protected]

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