Bulimia Nervosa Treatment Options in California

Bulimia nervosa treatment can help people manage this eating disorder effectively. Resurgence Behavioral Health provides bulimia nervosa treatment options in California. This eating disorder can become a life-threatening condition, dramatically impacting a person’s health and well-being. With treatment, patients can manage bulimia successfully. 

Resurgence Behavioral Health offers comprehensive treatment options for a wide range of behavioral health and mental health conditions. An eating disorder like bulimia is a serious condition, but high-quality behavioral health treatment is necessary. Our rehab center features inpatient and outpatient treatment programs and aftercare programming. We can provide dual diagnosis treatment and medication-assisted treatment. We can meet patients wherever they are in the recovery process.

At Resurgence Behavioral Health, we employ multi-type treatment approaches. Our therapeutic modalities include evidence-based (medically traditional) therapies, some alternative interventions, and holistic treatment. Together, they help patients build a strong recovery foundation for managing their condition for the long term. Our treatment center features a welcoming setting and caring clinicians who have the experience to treat a multitude of mental health and behavioral health conditions, including eating disorders.
Bulimia can impact a person’s overall health. Let our eating disorder treatment center help you manage your condition successfully. When you enroll, we can customize a treatment plan that’s ideal for you.

Introduction to Bulimia Nervosa

Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder that is characterized by periods of binge eating and purging with the use of laxatives or by self-induced vomiting. The distinct difference between bulimia and anorexia is that people who have anorexia strictly limit the calories they consume and do not binge eat. Binge eating involves consuming more food than a typical person would consume in a short period (a couple of hours). During a binge-eating period, people with bulimia often feel a compulsion to eat, a compulsion they cannot control. 

During the purging period that follows the binge period, people with bulimia may practice self-induced vomiting or use laxatives, enemas, or diuretics to get rid of the calories they consume. Sometimes, people with bulimia (non-purging bulimia) will exercise excessively or fast between periods of binging. Binge-purge episodes typically occur more than once weekly and may even occur more than once each day. Since bulimia involves unhealthy eating and purging practices, the condition can become life-threatening or cause other health conditions that require treatment. 

Key Components of Effective Bulimia Nervosa Treatment

Psychotherapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy, generally forms the core of bulimia nervosa treatment. During treatment sessions, clinicians help patients identify problematic/unhealthy thoughts and behavioral practices related to their condition. Then, they can help patients develop strategies for managing their condition effectively. Treatment also addresses symptoms that people may experience. These symptoms may include the use of specific eating habits, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, fixation on food, low energy, and feelings of hopelessness. People with bulimia tend to fear becoming fat. Those who purge by vomiting may suffer from inflamed and sore throats or dental problems. Treatment also includes individualized treatment, nutrition counseling, and, sometimes, prescription medications. 

Residential Treatment Programs in California

People who are highly unstable or suffering from extreme symptoms may benefit from residential treatment for bulimia nervosa. Inpatient treatment provides the most intensive level of support. Clinicians will treat patients to improve their mental and physical health stability. Patients can focus entirely on their recovery process during inpatient therapy without outside distractions. At Resurgence Behavioral Health, we offer 24-hour care and supervision to support clients in their recovery process. 

Outpatient Treatment Services in California

Many people who have an eating disorder like bulimia can benefit from ongoing treatment once they’ve achieved a level of stability that allows them to live at home and attend their therapy sessions. Outpatient treatment provides less intensive support than inpatient care, but it can help patients cope with circumstances related to their everyday lives. Outpatient therapy can continue for a long period as clients need it. 

The Role of Psychotherapy in Treating Bulimia Nervosa

Psychotherapy forms a key aspect of bulimia nervosa treatment. Psychotherapeutic modalities help patients recognize and change problematic thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that are associated with their behavioral or mental health condition. It’s important that people can identify them to be able to manage and change them eventually. There are various forms of psychotherapy. We employ traditional forms of psychotherapy like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavioral therapy. Clinicians help clients develop strategies to manage and improve their condition during therapy sessions. 

Nutritional Counseling and Management

Another key aspect of bulimia treatment is nutritional counseling. We offer patients educational support, helping them understand what and how to eat for optimal health and weight management. Nutritional counseling provides patients with a strong foundation that they can use to develop new and healthy eating habits. Nutritional therapy is a holistic therapeutic option that is offered at Resurgence Behavioral Health. Our counseling staff helps patients develop individualized nutritional plans that support their health and well-being. We can also provide supplemental nutritional treatments that promote healing. 

Medication and Other Supplementary Treatments

It’s not uncommon for people who have bulimia to be prescribed medication. Medication can help alleviate some of the symptoms associated with this eating disorder. Symptoms like anxiety and depression can be improved with medication. Some patients may require supplements like nutritional supplements that can help improve their health. Our clinicians will carefully assess each patient’s condition and symptoms to prescribe the ideal medications for them. In some cases, medication may be prescribed on a long-term basis. In other cases, medication may only be needed for a short time. 

Support Networks and Recovery Groups in California

Eating disorders affect millions of individuals. It can be helpful for people with the condition to know they are not alone. At Resurgence Behavioral Health, we offer supportive peer group sessions and individual therapy sessions. We can also help patients access area support networks and recovery groups that can help them keep their recovery on track. Bulimia, like other eating disorders, can be challenging. Some people have suffered from the condition for years before reaching out for help. Treatment may take time, but it can help people manage their condition successfully and achieve lasting recovery. 

Explore Specialized Bulimia Treatment at Resurgence Behavioral Health

Contact Resurgence Behavioral Health to learn more about our bulimia treatment program. We specialize in behavioral and mental health, and you can rely on our clinicians to tailor treatment to your needs. Our rehab center features a safe, comfortable setting where patients can immerse themselves in therapy and get the professional support they need to achieve their recovery goals. 
When you call Resurgence Behavioral Health at 855-458-0050, we can discuss our enrollment process and the insurance plans we accept. Because we offer comprehensive care, we can meet you wherever you are in your recovery journey. Let our clinicians help you manage your eating disorder for good. Our therapeutic modalities will target all the major aspects of your condition.  Let Resurgence Behavioral Health prioritize your needs with our skilled behavioral health care. Contact us today to learn more about our treatment plans and how we can help you achieve your desired recovery.

David Rofofsky
After growing up in New York, David chose to get help with substance abuse in California because of the state's reputation for top-tier treatment. There, he found the treatment he needed to achieve more than nine years of recovery. He's been in the drug and alcohol addiction rehab industry for eight years and now serves as the Director of Admissions for Resurgence Behavioral Health. David remains passionate about the field because he understands how hard it is to pick up the phone and ask for help. However, once the call is made, someone's life can be saved.

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