Anorexia Treatment
Heal from Within and Reclaim Your Strength with Compassionate Support
Anorexia nervosa is a serious and emotionally rooted eating disorder characterized by intense fear of weight gain and a distorted body image. When combined with substance use, the challenges deepen—often masking pain through restrictive eating and self-destructive patterns.
At Heartland Recovery Center, we specialize in outpatient treatment for anorexia when it co-occurs with substance use. Our integrated care model helps individuals restore physical health, regulate emotions, and rebuild confidence—one step at a time.
"We treat these conditions in conjunction with substance use, not independently."
A Complex Disorder Driven by Control, Fear, and Emotional Pain
Understanding Anorexia Nervosa
Anorexia goes beyond food—it’s about control, fear, and self-perception. Individuals with anorexia often restrict calories, over-exercise, or engage in compensatory behaviors to cope with emotional pain, anxiety, or trauma.
Common signs and symptoms include:
– Severe restriction of food intake or fasting behaviors
– Intense fear of gaining weight, even when underweight
– Obsession with body shape, size, and control
– Over-exercising or use of laxatives, diuretics, or appetite suppressants
– Physical effects like hair thinning, dizziness, fatigue, and missed periods
– Mood instability, social withdrawal, or depression
Anorexia frequently coexists with conditions such as anxiety, depression, or trauma, and many individuals turn to substances for emotional escape. Treating both disordered eating and substance use together is essential for sustainable recovery.
Dual Diagnosis Care Supporting Body, Mind, and Spirit
Support That Honors the Full Complexity of Eating Disorders and Substance Use
Why Therapy Matters on Your Recovery Journey
Anorexia requires more than nutritional restoration—it demands deep emotional work, safety, and trust. At Heartland Recovery Center, we provide a path to healing that honors your individuality and empowers your recovery.