Eating Disorders

An eating disorder is no simple matter. It is a complex combination of psychological, cultural and physiological forces.  In most cases, an eating disorder is a valiant attempt to cope with underlying stresses, which may or may not be recognized by the person struggling with the disorder.  At The Koch Center, it is our goal to help the individual regain control of his or her life and to learn ways to feel comfortable and happy while uncovering and managing those things which may have contributed to the development of the disorder.  We teach the skills necessary for people to deal with and regulate feelings in a healthy way, as opposed to using food as a means to cope.  Whether restricting, bingeing, purging, compulsive overeating or any combination of these behaviors are involved, we can help to restore a sense of balance.  If you are interested in starting treatment at our center, the first step involves one of our staff therapists conducting an initial psychological evaluation (which usually takes 1.25 hours).  Often we may recommend an evaluation by one of our nutritionists who are highly skilled in working with people with eating disorders.  If you are already working with an outside nutritionist, then you would not need to have another nutrition evaluation with us.  We would, however, ask that you sign a release of information allowing us to contact your nutritionist to gather additional information.