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Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder Treatment in Orange County, California

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Being a picky eater is quite common but when you are way too preoccupied about the things you eat, restrict the amount of food you consume, and experience anxiety and fear around food, it can be a serious problem. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder has become a widespread issue, and numerous individuals do not even realize the severity of the matter until their health is in danger.

At Wellness Recovery Center we help adult women regain control over their eating habits and normalize their nutrition – reach out to us without delay and begin a transformative mental health journey.

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  • ABOUT ARFID

What Is Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder?

Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder – abbreviated to ARFID – is a condition characterized by diminished interest in eating, anxiety about the potential adverse effects of eating, and avoiding food items whose taste, smell, texture, or color you dislike for a particular reason or no reason at all.
A person may choose a few things they feel comfortable eating or come up with specific rituals related to food – for instance, putting the ingredients of a meal in a particular order.
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Common ARFID Symptoms

Recognizing you have ARFID is not easy, especially if you have no mental health training, and it is even more challenging to observe someone else’s behavior to know for sure they have this condition. Nevertheless, be mindful of the following ARFID signs when you analyze your own or another person’s eating behaviors:

Feeling Full After Eating a Little

Eating Very Specific Food Items

Gastrointestinal Issues

Limiting the Amount of Food

Anxiety Over the Consequences of Eating

Inability to Eat in the Presence of Others

Feeling Full After Eating a Little

Eating Very Specific Food Items

Gastrointestinal Issues

Limiting the Amount of Food

Anxiety Over the Consequences of Eating

Inability to Eat in the Presence of Others

  • treatment

How to Treat ARFID?

Luckily, it is possible to fully recover from ARFID. ARFID treatment centers utilize action-oriented techniques and a whole-person approach to healing so that patients can overcome this eating disorder under the guidance and supervision of mental health professionals. Here is an overview of the treatment methods we implement at Wellness Recovery Center:

Individual Therapy

Talk to a mental health specialist one-on-one to tackle poor health behaviors, gain a sense of productivity and

empowerment, and resolve inner conflicts. We look for progress rather than perfection, and your emotional connection with your therapist can motivate you to pursue your therapy goals with purpose and determination.
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Peer Support Groups

Loneliness and isolation – whether they are forced or self-inflicted – put an additional strain on your mental

well-being. You can regain the capacity to communicate clearly and get things off your chest as you speak to other patients in group therapy for eating disorders.

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Nutritional Counseling & Meal Support

During your residential stay, you can make informed food choices and adopt healthier eating behaviors.
If your relationship with food has become toxic, you will be able to identify detrimental patterns and thoughts that do not let you feel well and create lasting changes in your diet.
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Family Engagement

It is natural to seek comfort and reassurance in your inner circle which is why we encourage our patients to repair

ruptures in their interpersonal relationships and engage in therapy with their family members if certain conflicts contributed to their eating disorders or they want to let their loved ones know how to support them better.

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Medication Management

Prescription medication can make all the difference especially when a patient requires dual diagnosis support

or suffers from another mental health condition such as borderline personality disorder (BPD) or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) – a psychiatrist will decide what medication can alleviate your symptoms.

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Holistic Wellness Guidance

This form of therapy is rarely a standalone treatment but it is a great solution for every patient who needs to approach

the relationship with their own body non-judgmentally and get rid of negative emotions and beliefs they have kept cultivating in regard to their appearance.
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Individual Therapy

Talk to a mental health specialist one-on-one to tackle poor health behaviors, gain a sense of productivity and

empowerment, and resolve inner conflicts. We look for progress rather than perfection, and your emotional connection with your therapist can motivate you to pursue your therapy goals with purpose and determination.

Read More Show Less

Peer Support Groups

Loneliness and isolation – whether they are forced or self-inflicted – put an additional strain on your mental

well-being. You can regain the capacity to communicate clearly and get things off your chest as you speak to other patients in group therapy for eating disorders.

Read More Show Less

Nutritional Counseling & Meal Support

During your residential stay, you can make informed food choices and adopt healthier eating behaviors.

If your relationship with food has become toxic, you will be able to identify detrimental patterns and thoughts that do not let you feel well and create lasting changes in your diet.

Read More Show Less

Family Engagement

It is natural to seek comfort and reassurance in your inner circle which is why we encourage our patients to repair

ruptures in their interpersonal relationships and engage in therapy with their family members if certain conflicts contributed to their eating disorders or they want to let their loved ones know how to support them better.

Read More Show Less

Medication Management

Prescription medication can make all the difference especially when a patient requires dual diagnosis support

or suffers from another mental health condition such as borderline personality disorder (BPD) or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) – a psychiatrist will decide what medication can alleviate your symptoms.

Read More Show Less

Holistic Wellness Guidance

This form of therapy is rarely a standalone treatment but it is a great solution for every patient who needs to approach

the relationship with their own body non-judgmentally and get rid of negative emotions and beliefs they have kept cultivating in regard to their appearance.

Read More Show Less
  • HOLISTIC RECOVERY

Why Choose Wellness Recovery Center for ARFID Care?

Extensive Experience

Our team has been helping women to overcome ARFID and other eating disorders for years – you can count on 24/7 medical & clinical support throughout your residential treatment. Besides, if you have a co-occurring mental health condition such as bipolar disorder or maladaptive perfectionism, our therapists are qualified to address these issues as well.

Patient-Centered Therapy

It is our goal to guide every patient towards wellness, security, and stability in relationship with themselves, their body, and their mind – we will give you an opportunity to feel vulnerable and ensure your preferences are always taken into consideration no matter what kind of treatment you receive.

Nurturing Environment

Eating disorders are a sensitive topic, and numerous people are scared to seek professional help because they are worried about judgment and a lack of respect. You can let go of these worries when you start working with our specialists – we will recognize your psychological experiences and treat you with compassion and understanding.

Holistic Approach

Whether you are struggling with ARFID only or you also have depression or anxiety disorders you want to cope with, mindfulness-based interventions will help you get rid of painful cognitions and feelings and restore the peace of mind you have been lacking.

  • PROCESS

What Is the Admissions Process for ARFID Treatment at Wellness Recovery Center?

As soon as you make a decision to heal at our ARFID treatment facility, you will need to sign up for a program of your choice:
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STEP 1

STEP 1

Contact us. You should not hesitate to talk to a mental health specialist even if you do not have a formal diagnosis yet and only suspect the presence of a problem - we can provide you with an accurate diagnosis.

STEP 2

STEP 2

Undergo an assessment. It is not possible to pick the right ARFID treatment program without examining your medical history and current symptoms - our professionals will evaluate your psychological and physical health.

STEP 3

STEP 3

Start treatment. Remember that we can adjust the treatment strategy at any time if certain therapy modalities are not effective as well as try new therapeutic approaches to ensure all your needs are met.

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How to Get ARFID Treatment in Orange County?

Regardless of the severity and longevity of your ARFID, recovery can happen – psychotherapy will help you spot the negative thinking patterns in your mind and reframe them, articulate your emotions to figure out what causes you to have such a complicated relationship with food, and create space for your authentic impulses and feelings especially if you have a co-occurring mental health disorder.
Get in touch with Wellness Recovery Center today – together we can work through the unspoken fears and insecurities and successfully solve your emotional problems.

Regardless of the severity and longevity of your ARFID, recovery can happen – psychotherapy will help you spot the negative thinking patterns in
your mind and reframe them, articulate your emotions to figure out what causes you to have such a complicated relationship with food, and create space for your authentic impulses and feelings especially if you have a co-occurring mental health disorder. Get in touch with Wellness Recovery Center today – together we can work through the unspoken fears and insecurities and successfully solve your emotional problems.
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  • FAQ'S

ARFID FAQs

What types of professionals treat ARFID at Wellness Recovery Center?

You will have an opportunity to work with therapists and psychiatrists – you can benefit from talking therapy to be able to navigate the emotional ups and downs in your life and speak to a psychiatrist to get a prescription for medication that will complement and enhance other therapeutic techniques.

How does your Orange County facility approach ARFID treatment for children and adults?

There is a variety of therapeutic options available to our patients – you can heal in one-on-one counseling, meet like-minded individuals in group therapy, improve your nutrition under the supervision of experienced specialists, and find inner peace with holistic guidance.

Can mindfulness-based interventions help with ARFID recovery?

Mindfulness can teach you healthier ways of expressing yourself in general and smarter ways of eating – you can be vulnerable in the process of self-reflection, understand what makes you focus on particular food, and build healthy eating habits as you learn to relax and let go.

What should I expect during the admissions process for ARFID treatment?

The process of admission to our facility is streamlined – you can sign up for a treatment program quickly. Check our Admissions Process page for more information.

How does Wellness Recovery Center integrate family-based therapy for ARFID?

Your family can join you in counseling whether you want to articulate your feelings towards your dynamic in the presence of a therapist or you want them to support you better as you heal at your own pace – together you can explore the positive and negative mental shifts in your demeanor and tackle interpersonal struggles that exacerbated your current emotional state.

  • LOCATION

ARFID Treatment Near Me

The location of a mental health treatment facility is an important factor to bear in mind – if you are signing up for residential treatment, your family and friends should be able to visit you without much trouble. Check the map below to see where the Wellness Recovery Center is situated before you commit to treatment at our clinic.

The location of a mental health treatment facility is an important factor to bear in mind – if you are signing up for residential treatment, your family and friends should be able to visit you without much trouble.
Check the map below to see where the Wellness Recovery Center is situated before you commit to treatment at our clinic.
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