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Skip to content Disordered eating can disrupt all domains of your life quickly especially if you are suffering from an eating disorder defined by malnutrition and distorted perception of body size. Our facility specializes in anorexia nervosa treatment in Northern California – we help adult men and women overcome their eating disorders and offer same-day admissions when our patients require immediate assistance.
Anorexia nervosa is a serious mental health condition characterized by a severe restriction of food intake that occurs due to an intense fear of gaining weight. The individual is worried about getting overweight even if they are underweight, they feel a strong need to control their food, exercise, and weight, and their self-worth is closely linked to the way they look and the number they see on the scale.
While only a mental health professional can confirm your diagnosis, there are manifestations of anorexia you should be able to spot on your own:
The Admissions Process begins with diagnosing the person who requests our help – here is how we will evaluate your mental and physical health:
Anorexia is the consequence of psychological, biological, and environmental factors – instead of a single trigger, several variables are at play here. Low self-confidence, body dissatisfaction, perfectionism, anxiety, and differences in dopamine and serotonin levels can often lead to the development of anorexia. Major traumatic events and chronic stress, especially if it were somehow linked to the person’s weight or appearance, may force them to obsess over food intake restriction and weight loss.
Anorexia nervosa treatment in Sacramento combines both evidence-based therapeutic approaches and mindfulness-based interventions:
If you want to explore a wide range of services and programs we employ to help our patients combat anorexia nervosa, you can read more on our Therapy Options page.
Sadly, anorexia can be just one of the problems the patient needs to deal with – co-occurring mental health conditions complicate the diagnostic process and recovery:
Severe restriction of calories can trigger anxiety and make you more prone to sudden fear responses.
Intrusive and distressing thoughts a person with OCD experiences often force them to restrict their food intake.
You can cope with manifestations of both disorders with dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) – manage intense emotions and reduce the tendency to avoid both food and social situations.
Cognitive and behavioral strategies can help you deal with emotional distress that worsens both dysthymia and anorexia.
Learn more about the mental health disorders we treat with the assistance of integrated care on our What We Treat page.
It can feel intimidating to take the first step toward treatment, which is why it is our goal to make you feel comfortable and informed once you express your interest in treatment for anorexia nervosa. You will talk to one of our licensed clinicians about the timeline of your symptoms, their impact on your functioning, and the objectives you want to achieve with our guidance. A clinician will recommend a personalized treatment plan so that you may leave with concrete next steps clearly outlined. The initial visit usually does not exceed an hour or an hour and a half, which will give you an opportunity to ask all the questions you may have for us.
The duration of anorexia therapy in Sacramento can be hard to predict – it depends on the severity and longevity of the patient’s condition and the reaction of the individual to the treatment selected for them.
| Severity Level | General Timeline |
|---|---|
| Mild Anorexia Nervosa | You can sign up for an Outpatient Program (OP) and see an improvement in your condition after eight to twelve weeks of treatment. |
| Moderate Anorexia Nervosa | It is possible to overcome the symptoms after three to six months of therapy, whose effectiveness is enhanced by medication. |
| Severe Anorexia Nervosa | Preserve the gains with long-term maintenance care after you spend around six months in therapy - you can rely on Virtual Mental Health Treatment to have access to quality support. |
Anorexia specialists in Northern California advise individuals with this condition to schedule a consultation with a therapist when you start skipping meals regularly, counting calories obsessively, adhering to rigid food rules, and seeing yourself as overweight despite your thinness. Note that if your condition forces you to self-harm or you think about suicide, you should not hesitate to speak to a mental health professional – you can count on the confidential support of our team 24/7.
Spend time at our facility to ground yourself in the present moment and stay away from external triggers that fuel your anorexia.
Holistic modalities like music therapy and yoga therapy can make a positive contribution to your treatment plan.
Group therapy can make all the difference for a person recovering from anorexia nervosa – find direction and motivation and hone your social skills.
We provide responsible pet owners with pet accommodations so that you do not have to part with your beloved animals during recovery.
The location of a mental health clinic is an underrated factor, so if you live in the greater Sacramento region and want to undergo comprehensive anorexia treatment in Northern California, you are making the right choice. Take a look at the map below to get directions to Northern California Mental Health ahead of your first appointment and learn more about our amenities with the help of a Virtual Tour.
It does not matter how long you have been suffering from anorexia – there is always a chance to overcome your eating disorder, restore your health, and cultivate peace and solace that disordered eating took from you. Reach out to our facility and let us introduce you to a variety of anorexia recovery programs in Sacramento – our staff will deal with all the logistics and verify your insurance while you are focusing on your healing.
Call (916) 545-6541 or visit our Contact Us page to get in touch with Northern California Mental Health today – take ownership of your recovery journey with our guidance.
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