Messages of Hope

Our programs are focused on providing meaningful and comprehensive care while supporting you in our naturalistic treatment setting. From meals, to buying clothes, to just being in the world, we understand that the life you led before you got here is the one you will need to build on during and after treatment. Providing your care in a community setting, amidst all the triggers and stresses that can interfere with finding and celebrating your true self, is an important way to ensure that we are addressing your individual circumstances and challenges and offering real solutions.

Your life won’t be perfect when you step back into it. But you won’t need to run away from it either, because we will work together to allow you to experience your life in a way that is meaningful and manageable. We will help you learn to notice your true self; to see yourself as a connected and worthwhile human being, engaged with thoughts and feelings, and able to respect and nurture your many parts. This is my wish for you.

Eating disorders are family illnesses by and large. They impact much more than you who is struggling; I know the challenges that develop surrounding the eating disorder can be devastating to your loved ones. I know firsthand how difficult this is for you. We always try to let clients know we are acutely aware of the pain and challenge of an eating disorder and that the decision to enter treatment is a difficult one, and one that requires great courage. Also that we take great initiative to approach you as a human being first, unique in your gifts and in your journey to recovery. My message of hope for you is that there is positive evidence the majority of medical complications are reversible with normalization of nutrition and weight, and the potential of empathy, authenticity, connection and full recovery will meet you at the door of Oliver-Pyatt Centers.

Our team understands food can feel anxiety provoking, overwhelming, and at times, scary or comforting for many of you. We keep this in mind as we guide you in understanding your body’s wisdom and unique language so you can develop the tools to approach mealtimes with increased awareness, confidence and trust of self. My hope is each one of you will gain the tools and insight to nourish yourself in a way that feels manageable as you approach your life of recovery, leaving you free to focus your energies on all of the joy life has to offer.