Adult Inpatient Eating Disorder Treatment

An Intensive Adult Inpatient Treatment Program Located in the San Gabriel Valley of Greater Los Angeles in Southern California, our inpatient eating disorder treatment program at BHC Alhambra Hospital is available for those struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) or other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED). We combine evidence-based approaches with a harm-reduction philosophy, meeting patients where they are to create a supportive and compassionate path toward recovery.

Reasons Eating Disorder Center Adult Inpatient Treatment

Why Choose Reasons for Eating Disorder Inpatient Care?

Our inpatient program combines acute stabilization and intensive therapeutic interventions to address eating disorders and co-occurring conditions, including:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Substance use disorders
  • Trauma
  • Other psychiatric concerns

We also offer a supportive environment for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts or crises related to their eating disorder symptoms.

Comprehensive and Individualized Treatment

At Reasons, we take a holistic approach that integrates evidence-based practices, clinical expertise, and experiential therapies to meet each patient’s medical, emotional, nutritional, psychological and spiritual needs.

Key features of our program

  • 24/7 medical and nursing care to ensure safety and stabilization
  • Support for individuals requiring nasogastric (NG) tube feeding for nutritional rehabilitation
  • Daily psychiatric consultations and medication management
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) therapy to address fears around food and mealtimes
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to help patients build self-compassion and reduce shame
  • Harm reduction strategies tailored to meet patients where they are in their recovery
  • Somatic experiences, including mindfulness, yoga and creative arts, to reconnect with the body
Reasons Eating Disorder Center Adult Inpatient

Program Details

Housed in a dedicated and comfortable unit within BHC Alhambra Hospital, the Reasons Inpatient Program includes:

  • Multidisciplinary treatment with specialized care for vital sign monitoring, lab assessments and addressing the effects of malnourishment.
  • Tailored discharge planning, including coordination with residential or outpatient programs.
  • Dedicated eating disorder case management to navigate insurance approvals and ensure a smooth transition to the next level of care.

For individuals referred by other residential programs, we collaborate closely to ensure continuity of care upon return.

Core Treatment Components

While every treatment plan is individualized, the following components are central to our program:

Specialized group therapy options:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address negative thought patterns
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for emotion regulation and distress tolerance
  • Psychoeducation and Relapse Prevention to build long-term coping skills
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) for reducing anxiety around food and eating behaviors
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) to foster self-kindness and reduce self-criticism
  • Somatic and Creative Arts Therapies (yoga, movement, art and writing) to reconnect with the body
  • Trauma Resiliency and identity exploration to address underlying issues
  • Mindfulness and stress management practices

We Hold Hope for Your Recovery

Recovery from an eating disorder is possible, and we are here to walk alongside you. At Reasons Eating Disorder Center, we help you uncover not only the reasons behind your eating disorder but also the reasons for your recovery.

To learn more or to schedule a no-cost consultation, call us at 844-573-2766 or complete our online contact form. For medical emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency room.

Let us help you find your path to healing.

Eating Disorder Recovery is Possible

We understand that there are reasons for your eating disorder. We’re here to stand with you during this difficult time. Let’s work together to discover the reasons for your recovery.