Seeds of Hope offers two outpatient eating disorder treatment programs for adults: partial hospitalization program (PHP) and intensive outpatient program (IOP). PHP is a structured full-day program for those who require more support, while IOP meets about two hours a day, four days a week, allowing for more flexibility in your schedule. During your initial appointment, we will determine which level of care is right for you.
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Eating Disorders Treated at Seeds of Hope
Seeds of Hope treats all types of eating disorders in its outpatient programs, including:
- Anorexia Nervosa
- Bulimia Nervosa
- Binge Eating Disorder
- Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders (OSFED)
To learn more about eating disorders treated at Seeds of Hope, visit our Education Center.
People of all genders and gender identities are welcome at our outpatient facilities. We aim to create a safe space for all.
PHP for Eating Disorders
PHP is a full-day program for those who need structure and intensive support. Individuals in this program are medically stable but struggling to function in their daily lives. The program can last a few weeks to several months, depending on an individual’s treatment progress.
PHP Program Schedule
PHP runs Monday-Friday for 6 hours per day. View a sample weekly treatment schedule below.
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8am-9am | Exposure Therapy / Breakfast | Exposure Therapy / Breakfast | Exposure Therapy / Breakfast | Exposure Therapy / Breakfast | Exposure Therapy / Breakfast |
| 9am-10am | Process Group Therapy | Process Group Therapy | Process Group Therapy | Process Group Therapy | Art Therapy Group |
| 10am-11pm | Nutrition Education | Nutrition Education | Nutrition Education | Nutrition Education | Nutrition Education |
| 11am-12pm | Holistic Therapy | Expressive Holistic Therapy | Music Therapy | Art Therapy | Process Group Therapy |
| 12pm-1pm | Exposure Therapy / Lunch | Exposure Therapy / Lunch | Exposure Therapy / Lunch | Exposure Therapy / Lunch | Exposure Therapy / Lunch |
| 1pm-2pm | Process Group Therapy | Music Therapy | Yoga | Holistic Therapy | Process Group Therapy |
PHP Treatment Methods
Partial hospitalization treatment includes:
- Experiential meal practice twice daily and nutrition support with a registered dietitian
- Group therapy using a variety of treatment modalities:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT)
- Motivational interviewing
- Narrative therapy
- Weekly individual/family therapy sessions
- Medication management
Clients are also provided with services to help connect the mind and body, such as:
- Restorative yoga
- Meditation practices
- Art therapy
- Music therapy
We offer a variety of therapies to nurture the mind, body and spirit connection. We believe a healthy connection between these is integral to recovery from an eating disorder.
IOP for Eating Disorders
Seeds of Hope also offers intensive outpatient program (IOP) for adults who are struggling with an eating disorder but need less support than full-day treatment. The goal of IOP is to help you develop coping skills and form healthy eating habits so you can function outside of the treatment environment.
Program Length
IOP runs Monday-Thursday for 2 hours and 15 minutes per day. Total treatment length depends on each individual’s needs and unique circumstances.
IOP Treatment Methods
Throughout the week, clients can expect a combination of the following:
- Group therapy and process groups
- Psychoeducation
- Nutrition education and support
- Meal practice
- Medication management (as needed)
One day a week, a nutritionist runs the group. At other times, clinicians lead group therapy and guide clients in proven techniques like cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy.
At Seeds of Hope, we offer eating disorder treatment for adults at our Exton, PA location:
- Intensive outpatient program (IOP)
- Partial hospitalization program (PHP)
- Level of Care Assessments (LOCA)
