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There’s Help. There’s Hope! The Emily Program is a warm and welcoming place where individuals and their families can find comprehensive treatment for eating disorders and related issues. This blog is a place for us to share the latest happenings at The Emily Program, as well as helpful tidbits from the broader eating disorder community. Subscribe via RSS to receive automatic updates. We want to hear your story. Email us (blog@emilyprogram.com) and ask how you can become a contributor!

March 10, 2022

Veritas Collaborative Locations

Veritas Collaborative, The Emily Program’s sibling brand, has five treatment locations across North Carolina and Georgia. With a range of eating disorder services for children, adolescents, and adults, Veritas offers inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient levels of care in a gender-diverse and inclusive environment.

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Locations

  • RTP – Durham, NC

    Treatment Center for Children and Adolescents

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  • Douglas – Durham, NC

    Treatment Center for Adults

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  • Triangle – Durham, NC

    Treatment Center for Children, Adolescents, and Adults

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  • Charlotte, NC

    Treatment Center for Children, Adolescents, and Adults

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  • Atlanta, GA

    Treatment Center for Children, Adolescents, and Adults

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  • Virtual Treatment

    Virtual PHP, IOP, and Outpatient Treatment

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October 12, 2020

Columbus 24/7 Residential Care for Adolescents

Columbus

24/7 Residential Care for Adolescents

The Emily Program has expanded residential programming in central Ohio as part of an ongoing commitment to offer comprehensive, effective treatment for eating disorders. At our Columbus residential facility for children and adolescents, we provide evidence-based care for clients ages 10–18 in need of highly structured, intensive eating disorder treatment.


Services include:

  • Contemporary homelike setting for children and adolescents (ages 10–18) of all genders
  • Onsite 24/7 nursing supervision and medical monitoring
  • Onsite therapists, physicians, dietitians, and other professional staff
  • Individual, group, and family therapy
  • Integrative interventions (yoga, art, etc.)
  • Support for co-occurring disorders
  • Nutritious meals and snacks; nutrition counseling and education
  • Onsite laundry facilities, WiFi, and common area
  • Family education and support

Learn more about residential programs.


Where to find us

8001 Ravines Edge Court
Columbus, OH 43235
Toll-Free: 1-888-364-5977
Front Desk Extension: 4100


Parking

Ample free parking is available in our parking lot. From Highway 23, turn onto Northwoods Blvd. Ravines Edge is off of Northwoods Blvd. The entrance to the parking lot is on the right-hand side of the cul-de-sac.

Public Transportation

See this Transportation Resources Guide for information on a variety of transportation options available in Columbus, including public transit, shared ride services, and services available through health plans.


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    The Emily Program Columbus Residential
  • Exterior sign - Columbus res for adol
    The Emily Program Columbus Residential
  • Lobby - Columbus res for adol
    Lobby
  • Group room 2 - Columbus res for adol
    Group room
  • Group room - Columbus res for adol
    Group room
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential for Adolescents group room
    Group room
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential for Adolescents kitchen
    Kitchen
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential kitchen
    Dining room
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential classroom
    Classroom
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential yoga studio
    Yoga room
  • Exam room - Columbus res for adol
    Exam room
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential lounge area
    Lounge area
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential bedroom
    Bedroom
  • Single bedroom - Columbus res for adol
    Single bedroom
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential for Adolescents bathroom
    Bathroom
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential for Adolescents seating area
    Seating area
  • Exterior lounge area - Columbus res for adol
    Exterior lounge
  • Columbus Res Tour YouTube Preview
    Columbus Residential for Adolescents

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Jennifer Beck

Jennifer Beck, LPCC-S

Site Director

P: 1-888-364-5977

Bobbi Lettimore

Jill Fondriest

Office Manager

P: 1-888-364-5977 ext. 4037

February 3, 2020

Columbus

Columbus

Outpatient & Day Treatment for Adults and Adolescents


Services include:

  • Partial Hospitalization/Intensive Day Programs (PHP/IDP)
  • Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP)
  • Weekend programming for adolescent clients in PHP/IDP and IOP
  • Outpatient treatment
  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Nutritional evaluation and counseling
  • Family and couples therapy
  • Psychiatric services
  • Medical services

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  • Building exterior - Columbus res for adol
    The Emily Program Columbus
  • Lobby - Columbus res for adol
    Lobby
  • Group room 2 - Columbus res for adol
    Group room
  • Group room - Columbus res for adol
    Group room
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential for Adolescents group room
    Group room
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential for Adolescents kitchen
    Kitchen
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential yoga studio
    Yoga room
  • Exam room - Columbus res for adol
    Exam room
  • The Emily Program Columbus Residential for Adolescents seating area
    Seating area
  • Exterior lounge area - Columbus res for adol
    Exterior lounge
  • Cover for Columbus OP tour video
    Columbus OP Video Tour


Where to find us

8001 Ravines Edge Court
Columbus, OH 43235
Toll-Free: 1-888-364-5977
Front Desk Extension: 4000


Parking

Ample free parking is available in our parking lot. From Highway 23, turn onto Northwoods Blvd. Ravines Edge is off of Northwoods Blvd. The entrance to the parking lot is on the right-hand side of the cul-de-sac.

Public Transportation

See this Transportation Resources Guide for information on a variety of transportation options available in Columbus, including public transit, shared ride services, and services available through health plans.

We’re Here To Help

Whitney Hill

Whitney Hill, LISW-S

Site Director

P: 1-888-364-5977 

Jillian Fondriest

Jill Fondriest

Office Manager

P: 1-888-364-5977 ext. 4037

August 8, 2019

Minneapolis – Anna Westin House West

Minneapolis – Anna Westin House West

24/7 Residential Eating Disorder Treatment

Anna Westin House West

The Emily Program has expanded residential programming in the Twin Cities as part of an ongoing commitment to offer comprehensive, effective treatment for eating disorders. The Anna Westin House West provides evidence-based care for adults in need of highly structured, intensive eating disorder treatment. Like the Anna Westin House and Anna Westin House for Adolescents, it is named in memory of Anna Westin, a Chaska woman who died in 2000 after battling an eating disorder.

The Anna Westin House West is a comfortable, state-of-the-art facility nestled in the peaceful Linden Hills neighborhood. All residents in our 24/7 treatment program have opportunities to explore the area to practice their recovery skills, shop, and relax on their journey to recovery. 


Services include:

  • Contemporary homelike setting for all genders
  • Onsite 24/7 nursing supervision and medical monitoring
  • Onsite therapists, physicians, dietitians, and other professional staff
  • Individual, group, and family therapy
  • Integrative interventions, such as yoga
  • Support for co-occurring disorders
  • Therapeutic meals and snacks with nutrition counseling and education
  • Onsite laundry facilities, WiFi, and common area
  • Family education and support

A typical week at the Anna Westin House West

Residents participate in group sessions, a variety of individual sessions, and therapeutic meals and snacks. Sessions include psychotherapy,  nutrition, medical assessments and monitoring, psychiatric visits, and other services during the week. Each resident’s schedule is personalized to meet their specific needs.

Components of our Residential Program at Anna Westin House West

Group Psychotherapy: Groups meet to share common experiences and to alleviate feelings of shame and isolation. Sharing common experiences breaks these barriers and inspires self-understanding as each person learns to identify unhealthy patterns and develop healthy alternatives. Group therapy includes learning skills of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy), DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy), and others.

Nutrition Therapy: Individual, group and family nutritional counseling, education, and meal planning are tailored to each resident’s needs to help them interrupt symptom use, restore body health, and regain trust in their body’s ability to regulate eating. These sessions and supported therapeutic meals and snacks help restore harmony to eating patterns, develop self-care skills, and help family members better understand how to support their loved one around eating.

Medical Care: A nursing staff, a physician, and/or a physician assistant evaluate and monitor each resident’s medical status.

Psychiatric Care: Our staff psychiatrists are specially trained to treat eating disorders and related co-occurring disorders. Medications may be incorporated into the treatment of the eating disorder or other related conditions.

Experiential Activities: Experiences such as cooking, grocery shopping, and practicing eating in a variety of meal situations help the individual strengthen self-expression and gain assertiveness and change behaviors.

Additional Therapies: Integrative interventions may be included in a treatment plan, as appropriate for each client. Some of these therapies include:

  • Movement Therapy: Yoga, stretching, strength work, and play activities support well-being.

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  • Exterior of Anna Westin House West
    Exterior
  • Lobby at Anna Westin House West
    Lobby
  • Group room at Anna Westin House West
    Group room
  • Kitchen at Anna Westin House West
    Kitchen
  • Anna Westin House West Living Room
    Living Room
  • Chairs in Anna Westin House West
    Chairs
  • Yoga room at Anna Westin House West
    Yoga room
  • Bedroom at Anna Westin House West
    Bedroom
  • Office at the Anna Westin House West
    Office
  • YouTube preview of AWHW tour video


Where to find us

3012 West 44th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55410
P: 651-645-5323
Toll-Free: 1-888-364-5977


Parking

AWHW offers a limited amount of parking in a small lot located on the north side of the building. Access that parking lot via the alley off of Xerxes Avenue. Ample street parking is also available and free of charge. Look for street parking locations on the south side of 44th Street (directly across from our building), on both sides of Xerxes Avenue and on various other cross streets near our location. Our neighborhood is very pedestrian friendly with full sidewalks and crossing lights.

Public Transportation

The Twin Cities’ public transportation system is operated by Metro Transit. Take Route 6 to Stop 6249 or Stop 6383, both of which are less than a 5-minute walk from our building. Plan your trip. 

Building Access

Our primary entry faces south to 44th Street. If you park in our parking lot or otherwise arrive at the north end of our property, take the back stairs toward the building and follow the sidewalks around to the south side/44th Street entry. For safety and security of our clients, the facility doors are secured 24/7. You will be able to alert staff to your arrival at the 44th Street entry and they will provide you access. This entry is also ADA accessible for your convenience.

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Dawn Boettcher headshot

Dawn Boettcher, PsyD, LP

Site Director

P: 1-888-364-5977 ext. 2407

McKenzie Olson

McKenzie Olson

Administrative Coordinator

P: 1-888-364-5977 ext. 2400

September 20, 2018

South Sound (Lacey)

South Sound (Lacey)

Outpatient & Day Treatment For Adults/
Outpatient Treatment for Adolescents


Services include:

  • Partial hospitalization program (PHP)
  • Intensive outpatient program (IOP)
  • Outpatient treatment
  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Maudsley Approach and Family-Based Therapy (FBT)
  • Nutritional evaluation and counseling
  • Family and couples therapy
  • Psychiatric and medical services
  • Free Family & Friends services

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  • Room with a couch
    Sound Sound Office
  • Sunny living room
    South Sound Group Room
  • Lobby through doorway
    South Sound Lobby
  • Kitchen
    South Sound Kitchen
  • South Sound video tour
    South Sound video tour


Where to find us

673 Woodland Square Loop SE, Suite 330
Lacey, WA 98503
P: 1-888-364-5977
F: 360-628-5240


Parking

  • Free parking is available on the side of the building. (Our office is in the building with the clock tower.)
  • Note: We are located between the Marsden Center (red building) and Sea Mar Clinic. The closest intersection is College Street and 6th Ave SE; however, the parking lot entrance is only accessible from Woodland Square Loop.
  • Important: The Marston Center is private property and is designated for their clients ONLY. They strictly enforce this policy. Unauthorized vehicles may be towed.

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Stacy Schilter Pisano headshot

Stacy Schilter-Pisano

Site Director

P: 1-888-364-5977 ext. 2505

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Jordan Durbin

Office Manager

P: 1-888-364-5977 ext. 2500

September 20, 2018

Spokane

Spokane

Outpatient & Day Treatment
for Adolescents and Adults


Services include:

  • Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP)
  • Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
  • Outpatient treatment
  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Nutritional evaluation and counseling
  • Family therapy
  • Psychiatric and medical services

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  • Cozy living room
    Spokane Group Room
  • kitchen
    Spokane Kitchen
  • dining room
    Spokane Dining Room
  • dining room with two tables
    Spokane Dining Room 2
  • office
    Spokane Office
  • waiting room
    Spokane Waiting Room
  • YouTube preview for Spokane video tour
    Spokane video tour


Where to find us

2020 East 29th Avenue, Suite 200 
Spokane, WA 99203
P: 509-252-1366
F: 509-252-1367
Toll-Free: 1-888-364-5977 


Parking

Ample free parking is available in our parking lot on the east, west and south sides of the building. Please park only in spots designated as parking spaces. (Vehicles in front of the dumpster area may be towed.)

Public Transportation

Spokane has an extensive bus transit system operated by Spokane Transit Authority (STA). Plan your trip.

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Dee Myers headshot

Dee Myers, MS, LMHC

Site Director

P: 509-252-1366 ext. 2108

Robyn Brandstrom headshot

Robyn Brandstrom

Office Manager

P: 509-252-1366  ext. 2157

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