Eating Disorders Treatment in a Safe and Respectful Enviroment
In a society that often values physical appearance over quality of character, it’s easy to see why more and more individuals are struggling to overcome negative body image issues and eating disorders. If you or your loved one is battling anorexia or bulimia, Fairwinds Treatment Center in Clearwater, Florida offers highly effective residential and outpatient eating disorders treatments designed to restore balance and hope to your family.
The common misconception is that eating disorders affect only adolescent and young adult females. In reality, eating disorders have no boundaries – males and females of all ages can suffer from anorexia, bulimia and other related disorders. Our eating disorders program for anorexia treatment and bulimia treatment has helped female and male clients from all walks of life discover emotional and physical healing.
Eating disorders involve the entire family unit, not just the individual. At Fairwinds, we understand just how frustrating and frightening it is when a loved one is powerless to the devastating effects of anorexia or bulimia. That’s why we work with your unique family dynamic to ensure a lasting recovery from these eating disorders.
A Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach to Healing
Our eating disorders treatment program is directed by Vicki Berkus M.D.,Ph.D, CEDS. Dr. Berkus specializes in adolescent and adult psychiatry, eating disorders full spectrum and sports psychiatry. She has served as president of the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (IAEDP), holds eating disorders certification (CEDS) through IAEDP and is a current board member and head of the IAEDP education committee. Dr. Berkus is active in promoting certification and education in the field of eating disorders. Her memberships include the Academy for Eating Disorders (AED), The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), The American Society of Bariatric Medicine (ASBP) and the International Society for Sports Psychiatry (ISSP). She has authored numerous articles as well as the highly acclaimed book "10 Commitments to Mental Fitness".
The Fairwinds treatment team includes highly qualified medical doctors, therapists, nursing professionals and a registered dietician who will work with you to create a treatment plan tailored to your individual needs. By utilizing a variety of specialists, we offer a strong support network that is essential to recovery. And with one of the highest staff-to-patient ratios in the industry, you can expect exceptional levels of care in a safe and respectful environment.
