177. What Does Treatment for an Eating Disorder Actually Look Like?

Understanding Disordered Eating: Eating Disorder Recovery and Body Image Healing

When it comes to eating disorder treatment, one of the biggest questions people have is simple: What does it actually look like? The reality is that there’s no single answer. Every person’s story with food, body image, and recovery is unique, which means treatment has to be flexible, supportive, and tailored to the individual. Still, there are common building blocks that show up again and again, and understanding them can make the process feel a little less overwhelming.

The number one goal is eating disorder symptom reduction. That means consistent and adequate nourishment as the first and most important goal.

Tweetable Quotes

“No two eating disorders are going to look alike. No two people's stories are going to look alike.” - Rachelle Heinemann

“The relationship we have with our people is going to be the catalyst for change.” - Rachelle Heinemann

“Just because the numbers are good doesn’t mean there isn’t still an eating disorder.” - Rachelle Heinemann

“Even if somebody starts to show signs of decreased symptoms, it doesn't necessarily mean that the work is over.” - Rachelle Heinemann

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