Read on to see all of the articles that Selah House has written regarding treatment methods. You can find hope, and Selah House is here to help.
Can Group Therapy Help Treat an Eating Disorder? Appropriately caring for someone suffering from an Eating Disorder can be challenging. Many influences, including physical, emotional, psychological, social, and cultural factors, shape the foundation of eating disorders. Often, pinpointing the exact cause can be challenging to understand. One evidence-based treatment method that is increasing in clinical…
By: Ashley Pennington, MA, Senior Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships At Selah House, we understand the challenging decision to begin the journey of recovery at a residential eating disorder treatment program during this time of uncertainty. Our experienced, multidisciplinary team understands that entering a higher level of care can sometimes raise doubts and fears that…
Several eating disorders share binge and restriction symptoms and appear to be a food-related problem. However, eating disorders have underlying emotional issues manifested through behaviors. Treating an eating disorder is more than learning self-control around food; it also involves managing the emotions and triggers associated with the symptoms.
Yoga can Assist in Eating Disorder Therapy by: Ashley Podzius, former Regional Director of Clinical Partnerships at Selah House Although eating disorders have different symptoms and affect individuals differently, they often seem to have a common thread of rigidity, control, and a negative or distorted body image. Research has shown that yoga combined with intuitive…
At Selah House, we are blessed to be a part of so many wonderful lives and honored to be part of their recovery. Recently, a client shared these precious words as she prepares to continue her journey. In a place I for so long described as empty and arid and hopeless, I feel like the…
May is Mental Health Month is a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of good mental health and part of this year’s theme is Animal Companionship. Animals have a proven impact on the quality of life and mental health. Research shows that for individuals receiving treatment for a mental illness, animal interventions help to…
Stress becomes problematic when you lack the coping skills required in order to deal with the adversity you’re experiencing. Negative coping methods come in the form of self-destructive behaviors. For some, food becomes the focal point. There’s a strong correlation between stress and eating disorders. How Stress and Eating Disorders Intertwine Stress is all around…
You’re ready to get help – now what? Sometimes figuring out the level of care needed to treat your eating disorder can be difficult to navigate. At Selah House, we use an initial assessment to best understand your unique and comprehensive needs. Through this assessment, we can determine the level of care that will best…
We worry about so many things when it comes to our teens, and eating disordered behavior is something we hope to avoid. Many women suffering from an eating disorder develop behaviors during their teen years or earlier. In fact, the typical age for developing an eating disorder is 12 years of age, with anorexia and…
As part of National Nutrition Month, we also celebrate Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day. This is a time to increase awareness of our registered dietitian nutritionists as the indispensable providers of food and nutrition services. At Selah House, we thank our registered dietitians, Shelby Duncan and Rachel VanWoerden, and our Director of Therapeutic Services, Jessica Ward…