Common Inquiries About Treatment at Reasons

Programming for our inpatient and residential eating disorder program runs from 7:45 am to 8:30 pm with scheduled breaks throughout the day. This includes a mix of group therapy sessions, individual therapy, supported meals and snacks, and meetings with the clinical director, physician or dietitian.

The partial hospitalization program (PHP) runs Monday through Saturday from 10:30 am to 6:30 pm, and the intensive outpatient program (IOP) runs either from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm or 2:30 pm to 6:30 pm. Programming is rigorous in both programs, and days are composed of therapy groups, a meal, and individual sessions with scheduled breaks throughout the day.

Interested in what a day at Reasons Eating Disorder Center might look like you’re admitted for treatment? Read below to see what a day of treatment might look like for the programs at Reasons.

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Admissions dates are set on an individual basis and are determined by space availability and your schedule. When you call us at 844-573-2776, our team will schedule a no-cost clinical consultation and benefits check the same day. Once we have your information and have completed an assessment, we will work with you to set an admission date for the recommended level of care.

The length of stay varies for each individual and is determined based on medical necessity. The length of stay averages four to six weeks but can be extended based on medical necessity. Patients often transition to PHP when they are ready to discharge from 24-hour inpatient and residential care.

We believe family and friends can be a valuable source of support and strength for patients on the journey to recovery and our clinical team places a strong emphasis on involving the family in the treatment process. “Family” can consist of any support system the patient identifies such as parents, siblings, significant others, friends or colleagues. Through visits, therapy and other involvement, we work to make sure family can be involved in recovery as necessary. Please see our Resources for Family & Loved Ones for more information.

Inpatient treatment is our highest level of care located in a specialized eating disorder unit at BHC Alhambra Hospital. Our residential treatment facilities are located in beautiful, six-bed houses in Pasadena, San Marino, and Arcadia, California, and are the immediate step-down options from inpatient treatment. Both levels of care are intensive and structured and offer 24-hour nursing care, therapeutic support and supervision. Review our programs to learn more about each one.

Inpatient Visitation Hours:

Tuesday, Friday, & Sunday: 6:30pm to 7:30pm

*Visitors must be on approved visitor list

*Visits to be arranged through patient’s therapist

*Holiday Hours may differ

*Visitation hours are subject to change

Residential Visitation Hours:

Saturday: 1:30pm to 9:00pm

Sunday: 9:00am to 9:00pm

*2hrs maximum per visit

*Visitors must be on approved visitor list

*Visits to be arranged through patient’s therapist

*Holiday Hours may differ

*Visitation hours are subject to change

We accept most major managed health care and medical insurance plans. We are also a TRICARE® Certified Provider for active duty service members and their families. Review our Insurance Information for full details.

Yes. Many patients come to us with significant trauma, histories of substance abuse, and mood and anxiety disorders. We individualize our treatment plans and include somatic therapies, 12-Step groups, and psychiatric stabilization to assist patients in their healing process from not only the eating disorder but other mental health concerns as well. Read more about co-occurring issues HERE.

We understand that spirituality may play a large role in your recovery. We offer groups dedicated to spirituality, and when appropriate, we can make arrangements for attending services of your choice.

We understand that continuity of care is vital to maintaining the skills that you have acquired at Reasons. Our case manager will work with you to find an outside treatment team that best fits your individual needs. We also offer on-site Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Programs for those who live in the local Los Angeles, California area, and virtual PHP and IOP for those throughout the state.

Upon admission, you will be meeting with our Registered Dietitian to assess your nutritional needs and determine your individualized meal plan. We utilize different approaches to meal preparation and meal planning based on the level of care. Learn more about our nutrition philosophy and the E.A.T model HERE.

We can accommodate vegetarianism, but not veganism. We do encourage individuals to discuss your dietary needs/concerns with our Registered Dietitian. Our goal is to help you determine the difference between food preferences and eating disordered behaviors.

There are designated, outdoor smoking areas at our residential and independent living houses. Smoking is not permitted at BHC Alhambra Hospital, which houses our inpatient program.

We do believe exposure to real-life situations is important. Passes are determined on an individual basis with your therapist, keeping in mind your readiness and your needs.

You’ll be working with a medical doctor and dietitian throughout your stay that will help you determine the appropriate level of exercise for your personal needs. We offer yoga three times per week and dance movement therapy twice a week.

We do offer an independent living program located about 15 minutes from our Partial Hospitalization Program. It is an intimate, six-bed house setting.

Many people attend school or work part-time while in our partial or intensive outpatient programs. Your eating disorder treatment is a priority, and you and your therapist will determine when school or work is able to be incorporated into your recovery process.

We do, but all groups are led in English.

There are designated times during the day when you can use your phone and computer.

We’d like you to be as comfortable as possible during your stay, so please review the What to Bring List for additional details on what to pack and what you should leave at home.