Eating Disorder Residential Treatment In Florida

ViaMar Health specializes in treating all types of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) and other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED).

The length of stay varies depending on the individual’s needs.

No, we currently do not accept adolescents into our Residential Program. For teens/adolescents we offer PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient) levels of care.

Yes, we are in-network with most insurance providers throughout the United States to make treatment accessible to as many individuals as possible.
Please contact us to verify your insurance coverage and learn more about your options.

Our individualized, “whole-person” approach, combined with a strong focus on family involvement and a multidisciplinary team of experts, sets us apart from other treatment centers.

ViaMar’s Florida Residential Program is a seamless fusion of medically supervised inpatient treatment, personalized holistic approaches, robust psychiatric and psychological support, immersive community experiences, and a full continuum of post-discharge care. Every element, from evaluation through to discharge and beyond, is designed to help people break unhealthy patterns, rediscover autonomy and hope, and rebuild lives grounded in recovery. That synergy of factors enables ViaMar to deliver truly transformative outcomes for individuals at all stages of eating disorder recovery.

Comprehensive, Around-the-Clock Inpatient Care
This program provides inpatient residential treatment featuring 24/7 support from a multidisciplinary team of physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, nutritionists, and other providers. Such continuous monitoring ensures medical stabilization, psychiatric evaluation, and tailored interventions appropriate to each individual’s diagnosis and severity of eating disorder symptoms.

Personalized & Holistic Treatment Path
From the first evaluation and admissions team consultation, each person is welcomed into a highly individualized “whole‑person” care journey. Treatment includes nutritional counseling, nutrition education, psychotherapy, group sessions, and psychiatric support to address the interplay between eating patterns, emotional feelings, and body image. This approach acknowledges that freedom and a true recovery journey require more than symptom management. Clients are supported in rebuilding their lives.

Holistic Integration of Mental and Physical Health
ViaMar’s program stands apart by blending holistic care, balancing mind, body, and spirit, with evidence-based medical and psychological practices. Psychiatrists and psychologists collaborate closely with nutrition counseling and education/ inpatient treatment teams, ensuring emotional, behavioral, physical, and nutritional factors are addressed together.

Data‑Driven Outcomes & Measurable Progress
ViaMar monitors outcomes carefully—from stabilization and symptom reduction during inpatient care to continued progress after discharge. The program tracks movement along each individual’s recovery path, using standardized assessment of medical markers, psychiatric symptom relief, nutritional improvements, and quality‑of‑life gains.

Continuum of Care Including Day & Outpatient Levels
After residential care, participants can smoothly transition into day treatment, PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program), IOP (Intensive Outpatient Programs), or OP (Outpatient services. This provides structured, step‑down support to reinforce the foundation built in inpatient care and safeguard against relapse as clients re-enter daily life.

Inclusive Culture & Gender‑Responsive Care
ViaMar welcomes everyone regardless of genders or background, supporting varied lived experiences and ensuring a culturally sensitive environment. Their team is trained to understand how eating disorder care needs differ across populations.

Education & Support Beyond the Program
To extend care beyond the residence, ViaMar offers supplemental webinars, family education sessions, and online information resources. These help others, including parents and loved ones, understand eating disorder issues, treatment factors, and patterns, and bring meaningful support to each person’s recovery journey.

Recognized Quality & Accountability
Our program adheres to high standards, being accredited by the Joint Commission widely recognized as a hallmark of excellence in quality and patient safety. Our team of physicians and clinicians follows rigorous criteria to maintain excellence and foster trust in the treatment environment.

If you or a loved one requires intensive support, medical monitoring, or struggles to manage symptoms in an outpatient setting, residential care may be necessary. Our team can help you assess the best course of action.

We understand the importance of culturally and religiously specific dietary needs, and we work closely with our dietitians and culinary team to ensure that all meals align with these requirements. Our goal is to provide nourishing, appropriate meals that support both recovery and individual beliefs or practices.

ViaMar Health’s residential treatment in Florida brings these therapies together in a cohesive, holistic framework, delivered by psychiatrists, psychologists, clinicians and nutrition teams, designed to support clients at every stage of their eating disorder recovery journey.

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  ViaMar’s DBT program supports clients in managing intense emotions, reducing harmful behaviors, and building healthier relationships with food and self. The therapeutic process combines mindfulness with coping skills, helping individuals regulate distress and improve interpersonal patterns, essential for addressing the emotional components of eating disorders
• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
  Implemented especially in residential treatment, ERP targets the core behavioral patterns of eating disorders by encouraging intentional, guided exposure to anxiety-provoking foods without engaging in avoidance behaviors. This structured practice helps clients gradually overcome fear-based eating patterns.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  ViaMar embeds CBT throughout individual and group sessions, focusing on recognizing and reshaping distorted thoughts related to food, body image, and self-worth. By linking thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, CBT empowers lasting change in disordered eating patterns.
• Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT)
  Family engagement is integral to ViaMar’s holistic recovery model. EFFT centers on improving family communication dynamics, helping caregivers and loved ones understand and process emotional underpinnings of the eating disorder. This builds a healing environment supportive of client growth.
• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  ViaMar incorporates ACT to promote psychological flexibility, teaching clients to accept distressing thoughts or emotions around food and bodies without avoidance. ACT encourages living by personal values, supporting long-term recovery alignment
• Family-Based Treatment–Informed Care (FBT)
  Available for children and adolescents, FBT-informed care empowers parents as primary agents in restoring healthy eating. ViaMar adapts FBT principles through caregiver-led meals and supportive coaching, nurturing trust and independence in young clients.
• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
  For individuals with trauma histories, ViaMar integrates CPT techniques to help identify and change maladaptive beliefs arising from traumatic experiences. This therapeutic layer enriches recovery by addressing deeper cognitive patterns affecting self-esteem and eating behaviors.

Deciding to pursue residential treatment for eating disorders can be a critical step in the recovery process. Residential treatment provides a structured and supportive environment for individuals who need intensive care to address the complexities of eating disorders. Here are some key indicators that residential treatment might be necessary:

• Medical Instability
  • Significant weight loss or malnutrition leading to physical health complications.
  • Severe electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, or cardiac irregularities.
  • Frequent hospitalizations due to the eating disorder’s physical consequences.
• Psychological Concerns
  • Co-occurring mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, that require integrated treatment.
  • Inability to cope with distress or regulate emotions without harmful behaviors like bingeing, purging, or restricting.
  • Persistent or worsening eating disorder thoughts and behaviors despite outpatient treatment.
• Disruption in Daily Life
  • Inability to maintain responsibilities such as work, school, or relationships due to the eating disorder.
  • Isolation from loved ones or withdrawal from social activities.
  • Significant impairment in functioning across multiple areas of life.
• Lack of Progress in Lower Levels of Care
  • Limited improvement in outpatient or intensive outpatient programs (IOP).
  • Difficulty adhering to meal plans or treatment recommendations.
• Need for a Safe and Supportive Environment
  • High risk of relapse in a home setting due to lack of support or triggering situations.
  • Desire for a space where meals are supervised, and therapeutic interventions are immediately accessible.

Residential treatment is a vital step for those who need comprehensive, 24/7 care to focus on recovery and rebuild a foundation for long-term wellness. At ViaMar Health, our residential program is designed to provide personalized care that addresses the unique needs of each individual.

If you’re unsure whether residential treatment is the right fit, our clinical team is here to help assess your situation and provide guidance. Reach out to us to learn more.

ViaMar Health’s Virtual Treatment (Telehealth) program ensures that patients across the entire state of Florida can access comprehensive, high-quality care without the need to travel. Utilizing secure video conferencing and digital platforms, ViaMar’s multidisciplinary treatment team, including therapists, psychiatrists, registered dietitians, and care coordinators, delivers personalized therapy, meal support, and group sessions directly to your home. This remote option is ideal for those with mobility issues, transportation barriers, or who live in areas without nearby facilities, enabling care in a familiar environment to better address triggers and enhance real-life application of treatment tools.

This service extends to residents in a wide range of Florida cities, from major metropolitan areas to smaller communities. Whether you’re in West Palm Beach, Orlando, Jacksonville, or somewhere more rural like Haines City or Okeechobee, ViaMar’s Telehealth program is structured to ensure consistent, secure, and compassionate support, tailored to your unique needs.

For those who prefer or require face-to-face interaction, ViaMar Health also offers in-person care at its West Palm Beach location and supports residents throughout Florida who are able to travel for treatment. This dual approach allows flexibility while ensuring that every individual receives the appropriate level of care, whether virtual or on-site.

Below is a comprehensive list of Florida cities where Virtual Treatment is available: