| Philosophy
At Valenta, we provide the tools and the skills, to empower recovery and restore health.
Drawing on our clinical, medical, and therapeutic expertise, we offer each patient the most effective, comprehensive, evidence-based treatment program available.
In recognition of each individual's unique circumstances, our treatment seeks to address all aspects of the Eating Disorder: Symptoms, behaviors and root cause.
The Valenta team joins the individual, their family, and their community in the effort to restore balance to all aspects of their lives and build a foundation for lasting health.
Role of Medications in Recovery
Eating Disorders are serious medical conditions and they can be effectively treated. Proper nutrition and a balanced meal plan is a critical component of recovery. At this time, there are no approved medications for the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa and only one medication FDA approved for the treatment of Bulimia Nervosa.
Due to the complexity of these illnesses, there are often other co-existing issues. If those are treatable with medications then that will be an additional option in your treatment plan. This is for you and your doctor to discuss and is part of the individual treatment plan.
Family Approach
Eating Disorders are not a choice and recovery is not about placing blame, guilt, or shame. Recovery is not about finding "fault" with family members or the one who is suffering from the illness. The treatment of Eating Disorders requires a team and a family/social support based approach to ensure long-term recovery. At Valenta, we do just that – including appropriate family members in the understanding, treatment and recovery process. We believe the inclusion of family, both during and after your time at Valenta is important. We will work with you and your family for your successful recovery.
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