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Chesterfield, Jefferson City, Kansas City, O'Fallon, Springfield, St. Louis, St. Peters
St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute
Director: Laura Huff, Ph.D.
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling, Day Treatment, Outpatient, Family Therapy
16216 Baxter Road, Chesterfield, MO
Additional Communities Served: St. Louis, St. Charles, and surrounding regions
Office: 636-532-9188
Website: www.slbmi.com
Email: laurah@slbmi.com
Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral and Family Systems
The St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute also works with Athletes and Binge Eating Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1983
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Medicare
A multidisciplinary team consisting of psychologists, nutritionist, social workers, and psychiatrists works collaboratively to provide outpatient services. In addition, an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) is available for those who need a higher level of care. Treatment utilizes empirically supported therapies. The IOP is a contracted facility for the major health care companies, e.g. Blue Cross, United Health Care, Magellan, etc. The staff of 6 collectively has more than 50 years of eating disorders treatment experience.
Jefferson City, MO (scan down)
Nancy Ellis-Ordway LCSW
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups, Phone Counseling
1022 Northeast Drive, Suite A, Jefferson City, MO
Additional Communities Served: Columbia, Osage Beach, Lake Ozark, Fulton
Office: 573-635-8668
Website: www.neomsw.com
Treatment Model: A Psychodynamic, Feminist, Non-Diet Approach. Health at Every Size
Ms. Ellis-Ordway treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Medicare
Nancy Ellis-Ordway, LCSW has published chapters in three books, as well as an article in the Renfrew Perspective. She is a founding member of the St. Louis Eating Disorder Network and has a private practice in Jefferson City, MO. Since 1985, she has specialized in treating eating disorders and body image issues in individual and group settings in both inpatient and outpatient programs. She has presented frequently at regional and national conferences. She has studied dance and martial arts, holds a second degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and teaches self-defense for women.
VITA Eating Disorders Program at the Research Medical Center
Inpatient, Day Treatment, Partial Hospitalization, Individual Therapy, EMDR, Medical Evaluation, Nutritional Counseling, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Holistic Healing, Biofeedback, Phone Counseling
2316 East Meyer Boulevard, Kansas City, MO
Additional Communities Served: Kansas, Missouri, University of Missouri-Columbia, University of Missouri-Kansas City, Kansas University, Kansas State University, Central Missouri State University, Southwest Missouri State University
Office: 816-276-3880
Website: www.vitaeatingdisorders.com
Email: ashley.mccune@hcamidwest.com
Treatment Model: Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Dialectical-behavioral therapy, family systems, mind-body harm reduction, nutritional counseling and other therapies as indicated.
The VITA Eating Disorders Program treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. The VITA Eating Disorders Program also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Medicaid, Medicare
As the only hospital-based treatment program in the Kansas City area, VITA Eating Disorders Program provides both inpatient and day treatment programs for individuals suffering from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and other eating disorders. At VITA, healing takes place in a state-of-the-art medical facility with access to medical and ancillary services, physician specialists, laboratory, and radiology services, many of which are not available in residential settings. An individual is truly safe in this environment as we are able to treat all aspects of the eating disorder, both physical and emotional.
Sarah Gleason RD LD, License #2005008318
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Nutritional Counseling
103 N Lincoln, O'Fallon, MO
Additional Communities Served: St. Peters, Lake St. Louis, Wentzville, St. Charles, St. Charles Community College, Lindenwood
Office: 636-978-6901
Website: www.SarahTheDietitian.com
Email: sarah@SarahTheDietitian.com
Treatment Model: I use a non-diet approach to help change attitudes and beliefs about food. Such a non-diet eating plan includes, but is not limited to, mindful eating, letting go of forbidden food ideas, and teaching clients to become aware of their feelings of hunger and fullness. In addition to this plan, I will help you dispel myths concerning the rules of eating and misconceptions about body weight.
Ms. Gleason treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome and Compulsive Overeating.
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1999
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale
Rev. Josh Spurlock, MA, PLPC, Provisional License #PLPC2008023816
Tri-Lakes Relational Center- Springfield
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Coaching, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Phone Counseling
2131 S Eastgate Avenue, Springfield, MO
Additional Communities Served: Nixa, MO; Branson, MO; Willard, MO; Harrison, AR; Lebanon, MO; Rolla, MO
Office: 417-496-1867
Website: www.GetRelationshipHelp.com
Email: Help@GetRelationshipHelp.com
Treatment Model: Biblically Christian and Clinically Proven. Josh Spurlock provides compassionate Christian care for adults and adolescents as individuals, couples or families. He also offers group counseling opportunities. Mr. Spurlock believes in approaching people holistically; taking into consideration the mental, physical, spiritual, and relational components of life.
Mr. Spurlock treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. He also works with Compulsive Exercisers and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards
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Castlewood Treatment Center
Co-Clinical Directors: Dr. Mark Schwartz & Lori D. Galperin, LCSW Program Director: Nancy Albus, LPC
Residential Treatment, Day Treatment, Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient, individual outpatient therapy, outpatient nutritional counseling, outpatient couples therapy, family therapy, support group, EMDR, Internal Family Systems Therapy
800 Holland Road, St. Louis , MO
For admission or program inquiries call: 888-822-8938 or 636-386-6611
Website: www.castlewoodtc.com
Email: info@castlewoodtc.com
Residential treatment facility and day hospital program for individuals needing comprehensive treatment for Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Compulsive Overeating and Binge Eating Disorders. Castlewood is located in a tranquil, secluded environment just 25 minutes from the international airport in St. Louis, Missouri. In addition to state-of-the-art care, their facility is a testimonial to the healing power of nature's ever-renewing beauty. Philosophy and Treatment Goals: They specialize in Trauma-Resolution Therapies; They do not simply address eating disorders alone, while ignoring underlying foundational issues. For clients with a history of childhood or adult trauma, they offer state-of-the-art therapies to help their clients resolve the original causes of the eating disorders. Their focus is more than simply control of symptoms. Their goal is to help launch a person in his or her development toward a fuller life. This includes transitioning to college, a job and meaningful relationships. They allow only ten residential clients supported by 33 caring, professional staff members. They provide specific treatment for the eating disorder, as well as co-occurring disorders, whether the client has obsessive-compulsive disorders, social anxiety disorder, major depression, multiple addictions or other conditions. Castlewood creates a safe, healing environment. Their staff specializes in the areas of: nutrition, nursing, psychiatry, psychology, behavioral therapy, dance and movement, body image and dysmorphia, psychodrama, family therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Hypnosis, life-coaching, alcohol and sexual addiction, anxiety disorders and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and sexual abuse, Social Anxiety and more.
Treatment Model: Residential treatment, day treatment, intensive outpatient and outpatient programming for people with eating disorders. Castlewood Treatment Center has a combination of treatment models including Internal Family Systems Model, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Expressive Therapies, nutrition counseling and others.
Castlewood Treatment Center treats Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, and Compulsive overeating; males and females, adolescents, and adults. Castlewood also works with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards; Preferred provider for Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Aetna, and Value Options
Patricia Kyle Dennis, Ph.D., License #MOSW000303
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy
141 N Meramec Avenue, Suite 305, St. Louis, MO
Additional Communities Served: St. Louis City and County, Illinois Metro East, Washington University, St. Louis University, University Of Missouri St. Louis
Office: 314-862-5151
Website: www.PKDennis.com
Treatment Model: After many years of treating eating disorders, my treatment orientation combines several influences. I have a psychoanalytic doctoral degree and use both Self Psychology and Object Relations theories. I also borrow from extensive training in Family (Systems) Therapy. I am a feminist therapist who is very familiar with women's issues. I encourage people who are overeating and gaining weight to use a Mindful Eating approach, also known as Intuitive Eating, or Overcoming Overeating (R) approach.
Dr. Dennis treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Pica, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1986
Payment Options: Cash/Check
Eating Disorder Center of Missouri
Intensive Outpatient Program, Individual Outpatient Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, EMDR, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups
10733 Sunset Office Drive, Suite 259, Saint Louis, MO
Additional Communities Served: St. Louis County , West County , Western Illinois, Eastern Missouri
Office: 888-822-8938
Website: www.edcmo.com
Email: info@castlewoodtc.com
Treatment Model: Multi-Disciplinary approach, combination of treatment models including Internal Family Systems Model, Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Expressive Therapies, nutrition counseling and others.
The Eating Disorder Center of Missouri treats Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating Disorder, and Compulsive overeating; males and females, adolescents, and adults. The Center also works with Athletes with Eating Disorders, Compulsive Exercisers, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety Disorders and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2000
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Sliding Scale (for outpatient therapy only), Credit Cards, Preferred Provider for Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Value Options.
Rebecca Lester, PhD, MSW, LCSW, License #MO2007031682
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Phone Counseling
St. Louis, MO
Office: 314-413-3877
Email: rjlester@psychanthro.org
Treatment Model: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Professor of Anthropology at Washington University. I have been involved in eating disorders research and treatment for over 15 years. My diverse and extensive background enables me to develop treatment approaches unique to each individual client. I use elements of self-psychology, interpersonal theory, mindfulness, feminist therapy, DBT, ACT and CBT techniques in my practice, depending on clients' needs and preferences. I am well-connected in the St. Louis community and regularly work with area psychiatrists and dietitians in order to provide clients with the most comprehensive care possible.
Dr. Lester treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Overeating, Night Eating Syndrome, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 2004
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Sliding Scale
Peggy Levinson, LCSW
Clayton Psychotherapy Center
Individual Therapy/Private Practice, Outpatient, Holistic Healing, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups
7750 Clayton Road, Suite 208, St. Louis, MO
Additional Communities Served: The greater St. Louis metropolitan area
Office: 314-644-3339
Website: www.claytontherapy.com
Email: info@claytontherapy.com
Treatment Model: A Systems Approach combined with elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Supportive Psychotherapy, and Psychodynamic Insight Oriented Psychotherapy. Treatment models vary according to the needs of the patient, as appropriate. See the website at www.claytontherapy.com for more in-depth information on individual, family, and group therapy approaches.
Ms. Levinson treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, children, adolescents, and adults. Ms. Levinson also works with Compulsive Exercisers, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Pica, Night Eating Syndrome, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1976
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Insurance
Cristen Luehmann MS, RD/LD, Certified Wellness Coach
Nutritional Counseling, Coaching, Support Groups
655 Craig Road Suite 320, St. Louis, MO
Additional Communities Served: St. Charles, Washington University, St. Louis University, Maryville University, Meramec Community College, University of Missouri-St. Louis
Office: 314-616-0800
Email: cristen.rd@gmail.com
Treatment Model: I provide individualized nutrition counseling aimed at providing knowledge, structure, guidance and support to individuals or families who desire to re-define their relationship with food and their bodies. In my practice, I utilize concepts and strategies from wellness coaching, non-diet/intuitive/mindful eating approaches, Maudsley Method (family-based treatment), IFS model, CBT/DBT, and Ellyn Satter's Division of Responsibility in Feeding/Eating Competence model.
Ms. Luehmann treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. She also works with Athletes, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity and Compulsive Overeating.
Treating Eating Disorders Since the Year: 1995
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Sliding Scale
Over the years, I have worked in a variety of treatment settings which has given me the opportunity to understand the needs of clients at all stages of recovery. I believe that recovery is a process which takes curiosity, time, a willingness to grow, patience and perseverance but can ultimately be attained! Although I work as an independent practitioner, I actively collaborate with therapists, physicians, and other allied health professionals to form a cohesive treatment team for my clients. If you are not currently working with a team, I will gladly use my experience and resources to assist you in identifying and connecting to the appropriate professionals to assist you.
McCallum Place
Kimberli McCallum, MD
Individual therapy, nutritional counseling, medical evaluation, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, support groups, residential, inpatient, day treatment, outpatient, supported apartment living, partial hospitalization, coaching
231 W. Lockwood Avenue, Suite 201, St. Louis, MO
Additional Communities Served: St. Louis, Midwest, United States, International
Office: 314-968-1900
Office 2: 800-828-8158
Website: www.mccallumplace.com
Email: info@mccallumplace.com
Treatment Model: Integrative, Psychiatric Support, treatment team approach
Treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females; children, adolescents and adults. McCallum Place also works with Binge Eating Disorder, Compulsive Exercisers, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD).
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance
McCallum Place provides an integrated model of therapies recognizing the importance of reversing the starvation state. The therapists on staff have diverse training and combine elements of cognitive behavioral therapy, skills training, expressive, and psychodynamic therapy. Meals are groups supported by staff.
McCallum Place in Webster Groves (St. Louis), Missouri is pleased to announce the opening of their transition house. This program is designed to help patients transition back to independent living after inpatient or residential treatment. Accommodations are conveniently located near many colleges and businesses. Patients are encouraged to return to school or work with the support of a treatment team. Special features include 3 levels of transitional care, frequent individual meetings with recovery coaches and dietitians, ongoing supported meals and daily group therapies. For more information call 314-968-1900 or visit www.mccallumplace.com.
Alternative Behavioral Care
Partial Hospitalization, Outpatient, Medical Evaluation, Nutritional Counseling, Coaching, Family Therapy, Couples Therapy, Group Therapy, Support Groups
255 Spencer Road, Suite 101, St. Peters, MO
Additional Communities Served: St. Louis, O'Fallon, Wentzville, Lindenwood University, UMSL, Warren County
Office: 636-477-6111 Contact: Cara Cassidy, MSW, LCSW
Website: www.alternativebehavioralcare.com
Treatment Model: Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic, Psychopharmacology, Feminist Approach, Yoga Therapy, Nutrition Counseling.
Alternative Behavioral Care treats Anorexia and Bulimia; males and females, adolescents, and adults. They also work with Athletes and Compulsive Exercisers, Food Addiction, Binge Eating Disorder, Obesity, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Payment Options: Cash/Check, Credit Cards, Insurance, Medicaid
We treat adults both men and women. Age ranges vary from 18 to 50 and over. The treatment team consists of Psychiatrists, Counselors/Therapists, Dietitians, Yoga Instructors, and Nurse Practitioners. The program is typically 30 Days long, and patients will have the option to continue, particularly if the treatment team believes it is clinically necessary.
After treatment is completed, Alternative Behavioral Care offers a required aftercare program. This program consists of a weekly therapy group. Alternative Behavioral Care is a member of the National eating Disorder Association. JCAHO and DMH accredited.
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