Eating disorders

An eating disorder is a mental health condition in which eating, exercise, body weight and shape become an unhealthy preoccupation in a person’s life. Eating disorders are complex and can take many forms. People of all shapes and sizes can be affected by an eating disorder.

Treatment for an eating disorder usually involves a mix of psychiatric interventions, psychological care, nutritional counselling and self-help strategies.

How do we treat Eating Disorders at Ramsay Clinic Hollywood?

Inpatient

Eating Disorder Inpatient Program

Referral

Patients can be referred directly from their GP, psychologist or psychiatrist.

Frequency/duration

Runs throughout the year. The duration of stay is dependent on the patient's needs.

Who is it for

The Inpatient Eating Disorder Program is suitable for patients who have not responded well to outpatient therapy and are experiencing dangerous malnourishment or bingeing/purging behaviour. It helps participants to develop regular eating patterns by focusing on recovery and developing the knowledge and skills to overcome unhelpful eating behaviours and mindsets.

About the program

The program includes:

• Supported meals
• Multidisciplinary team approach
• Daily therapy groups specific to eating disorders

We offer regular individual dietetic appointments for each patient to monitor food choices and set eating plans.

Group therapy helps patients learn how to manage unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Goal setting, emotion regulation and problem solving skills are also important components of the treatment package.

All patients are provided care and support specific to their individual needs.

Additional information

You will require private health insurance or Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) entitlements or agree to self-fund this course. 

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about how we can help you, please call 9346 6803 during business hours or Enquire now.

Day Program

Eating Disorder Day Program

Referral

Patients can be referred directly from their GP, psychologist or psychiatrist.

Frequency/duration

An open program which runs Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday for an agreed four week period. Further treatment is dependent on progress.

Who is it for

The Eating Disorder Program focuses on recovery and helps participants develop the knowledge and skills to overcome unhelpful eating behaviours and mindsets. It is suitable for patients 16 years of age and older with less severe eating disorders, or for patients wanting to build on gains made in a recent inpatient stay for an eating disorder. It is designed for individuals with a Body Mass Index (BMI) over 16.0 who haven’t been able to benefit from community based treatment. An integral part of this program is a commitment to regular group attendance and practise of the skills introduced.

About the program

The program includes:

• Supported meals and snacks
• Practical cooking/food preparation groups and social eating outings
• Individual treatment planning and dietetic consultation
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy groups
• Exercise physiology groups
• Peer mentoring sessions

We offer regular individual dietetic appointments for each patient to monitor food choices and set eating plans.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy groups help patients learn how to manage unhelpful thoughts, feelings and behaviours. Goal setting, emotion regulation and problem solving skills are also important components of the treatment package.

Additional information

You will require private health insurance or Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) entitlements or agree to self-fund this course. 

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about how we can help you, please call 9346 6803 during business hours or Enquire now

Eating disorders outpatient exercise program

Ramsay Health Plus offers an eating disorders outpatient exercise program which is suitable for people who are recovering from a caloric restrictive eating disorder. To find out more information please visit the Ramsay Health Plus website.