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An Integrative Medical Approach to Treating Eating Disorders

http://www.mirasol.net/treatment-programs/holistic-treatment.php | Mirasol uses an integrative approach to treat eating disorders that combines cognitive behavioral therapy. An integrative approach can include any number of therapies and interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acupuncture, yoga, adventure-based therapy, and neurofeedback. For more information call 1-888-520-1700.

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An Integrative Medical Approach to Treating Eating Disorders

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  1. Mirasol Eating Disorder Recovery Centers An Integrative Medical Approach to Treating Eating Disorders

  2. Chronic Stress and Trauma With chronic stress and trauma being linked to binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia, therapies that focus on stress-related conditions can work wonders on individuals suffering from eating disorders. Treatment that encompasses a spectrum of traditional and alternative therapies has been shown to be very successful for patients.

  3. Mind-Body-Spirit Healing An integrative medical approach to treating eating disorders works by combining the most successful parts of traditional medicine, like cognitive behavioral therapy, with alternative therapies, like acupuncture, yoga, and neurofeedback. On the next few pages, we’ll cover some of the therapies and treatments used together to help overcome an eating disorder.

  4. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy has long been the go-to treatment for eating disorders as well as depression and anxiety because it not only focuses on the problem, but also ties in an action plan – a way for the patient to overcome the emotions and behaviors involved with suffering from an eating disorder. CBT is known for its well-rounded approach to treating a wide range of disorders.

  5. Acupuncture Acupuncture is a form of Chinese (Oriental) Medicine which focuses on the flow of energy throughout the body. Blockages at different points in the body are associated with certain symptoms, such as migraines, sadness, or back pain. For individuals with eating disorders, acupuncture has been shown to aid in digestion, relieve food allergies, and reduce certain cravings.

  6. Adventure-Based Therapy (ABT) Also known as wilderness therapy, ABT stimulates problem-solving and coping strategies by placing individuals in emotionally and physically demanding situations, such as hiking and camping. ABT works to alleviate and overcome the dissociation many individuals have with their bodies, while reconnecting with nature and others in an exciting, challenging environment.

  7. Well-Balanced Nutrition Taking the focus off “taboo foods” and instead honing in on the benefits of sound nutritional choices is part of the emotional and physical aspect of treating an eating disorder. Nutritionists work with patients to re-establish healthy portion sizes and discover once again what it means to have balanced, nutritional meals and mindful eating habits.

  8. Yoga and Mediation Yoga is another aspect of treatment that focuses on both physical and mental well-being. It is a practice that promotes a healthy body through exercise and mindful breathing, as well as taps into an individual's creative and intellectual center through concentration, relaxation, and dedication. Yoga also helps prepare and condition the mind to be more focused during mediation.

  9. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) EMDR is a treatment focused on alleviating emotional distress from negative childhood experiences or past traumas. Working alongside a therapist, this treatment for patients is about removing the negative associations to those experiences – desensitizing the active role those negative feelings play in your suffering.

  10. Neurofeedback Also known as EEG biofeedback, neurofeedback works to change the brain wave patterns to respond differently to past traumas associated with depression, anxiety, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. This treatment works specifically on dealing with and overcoming trauma memories, which can be integrally tied to an eating disorder.

  11. Contact Us Mirasol uses an integrative approach that combines cognitive behavioral therapy with alternative interventions. We focus on treating underlying issues that may contribute to eating disorders and teaching clients to identify emotional triggers, manage them, and to make healthy choices. Mirasol believes that you can fully recover from an eating disorder. Get help now by call 1-888-520-1700 or visiting www.mirasol.net.

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  13. Summary An integrative medical approach to treating an eating disorder gives individuals more options and tools to overcome past traumas, negative childhood experiences, and stress. An integrative approach can include any number of therapies and interventions, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acupuncture, yoga, adventure-based therapy, and neurofeedback.

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