TRAUMA AND EATING DISORDERS

The Meadows Ranch utilizes state-of-the-art methodologies to in our eating disorder treatment program. One of these methodologies is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), effective therapy for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For many individuals, survival reactions are only experienced in short bursts, but those who suffer from chronic trauma symptoms experience longer-term survival reactions leaving issues unresolved. Talk therapy alone is often not sufficient enough to resolve the chronic trauma symptoms left behind by the survival reaction. The majority of patients who receive EMDR report a greater overall sense of wellness, as well as significant decreases in trauma-related symptoms.

EMDR

EMDR is a powerful, effective, and safe method for alleviating the long-term psychological impact of traumatic experiences. EMDR changes the way the brain responds to external stimuli.

This therapy involves sensory input such as changing lights, gentle buzzing from handheld devices or sounds heard through headphones. As the sensory input switches back and forth from right to left, a patient tries to recall past trauma. Though the memories of the trauma remain, the chronic bodily and emotional reactions to the trauma dissolve.

HOW EMDR WORKS

  • Changes the way the brain responds to external stimuli
  • Involves sensory input such as changing lights, gentle buzzing from handheld devices, or sounds heard through headphones
  • As the sensory input switches back and forth from right to left, a patient tries to recall past trauma
  • Dissolves chronic bodily and emotional reactions to the trauma
  • Is a powerful, effective, and safe method for alleviating the long-term psychological impact of traumatic experiences

INNOVATIVE EATING DISORDER TREATMENT THERAPIES

Recovery from an eating disorder is possible. It’s happening every day at The Meadows Ranch. Based on feedback from patients, families, and professionals, the vast majority of our patients remain committed to a life of health, balance, and purpose.

For additional information about the treatment of eating disorders, please call to speak to an intake coordinator at 866-390-5100.