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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are a few questions that might arise as you help your family member navigate the process of identifying and treating an eating disorder. If you need more assistance, please reach out any time. We look forward to meeting you.

How long does treatment last?

Depending on your family member’s symptoms, they may be treated through our:

  • Outpatient program (OP)
  • Intensive outpatient program (IOP)
  • Partial hospitalization program (PHP)

These programs vary in intensity level, including the amount of time spent in treatment each week. This time ranges from 1 to 7 days per week and anywhere from 1 to 11 hours per day.

The total amount of time spent in treatment depends on each person’s unique needs. Some people complete treatment in a matter of months, while others require ongoing support for a longer time, once eating problems have resolved.

What eating disorders does EDCMT treat?

EDCMT treats common eating disorders including:

• Anorexia Nervosa
• Bulimia Nervosa
• Binge Eating Disorder
• Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)

Does EDCMT offer on-site housing?

EDCMT offers housing to individuals participating in our partial hospitalization program (PHP) who come to us from outside the Bozeman area. Our housing site offers a quiet, comfortable setting, just a few blocks from our offices and the Voss House, home to our day treatment program. Contact Us to Learn More About Housing.

What type of follow up care is available?

After completing the core of their treatment program, your family member may wish to attend weekly group meetings. Outpatient groups provide a place for patients to talk about their experiences with peers as they learn to apply the knowledge and skills gained during treatment. Many find it helpful to discuss post-treatment challenges with others who truly understand the struggles related to eating disorders.

What are some signs to watch for if my family member is relapsing into unhealthy eating behaviors again?

A person who is relapsing after eating disorder treatment may begin to show many of the same signs and symptoms they experienced before treatment. Click here to review eating disorder signs and symptoms.

What if I’m not sure my family member has an eating disorder?

It can sometimes be hard to tell if a person has an eating disorder. During an initial telephone call, an EDCMT staff member can often determine the likelihood that an eating disorder exists. If this seems to be the case, we will invite them in for a more detailed conversation. This will help us all determine the need for eating disorder treatment.

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