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Residential Eating Disorder Treatment: 8 Factors to Look for When Choosing a Program

Wondering which residential eating disorder treatment program is right for you or your loved one? Here’s what to look for and how to compare.

The Renfrew Center Relocates its New York City Treatment Facility

The Renfrew Center of New York City is pleased to announce that we have moved to a newer, bigger, brighter location just two blocks away from its original site, which opened in 1994.

Gayle Brooks, PhD, CEDS-C, Honored With iaedp™ Lifetime Achievement Award

Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer, Dr. Gayle Brooks, was honored with the iaedp™ Lifetime Achievement Award for her significant contributions to the clinical care at Renfrew and for her broad impact on the field of eating disorders.

What Causes Negative Body Image? 4 Biggest Influences

Negative body image is prevalent among those suffering from an eating disorder and often makes the recovery journey more complex. We look at its root causes.

Intensive Outpatient or Regular Outpatient: How Do They Compare?

Intensive outpatient treatment offers a more focused and frequent level of care than regular outpatient. We break down the key differences.

In the Media | Nonbinary People Have Higher Rates of Eating Disorders, Underscoring Need for Inclusive Treatment Environments

Research shows that eating disorders are more common among LGTQIA+ individuals, however, treatment options are still limited. Kristin Szostak, MA, LPC sits down with Philly Voice to discuss the importance of inclusive treatment and what Renfrew is doing to change this narrative. Renfrew alum, Rei,
also shares their recovery journey at The Renfrew Center.

In the Media | Eating Disorders: Is Your Institution Doing Enough to Help Prevent Them?

Eating disorders effect approximately 10-20% of women and 4-10% of men in college. Are there enough resources for students on campus? The Renfrew Center’s, Erin Birely, LCPC, discusses.

In Your Empowerment Era: 5 Ways to Choose Recovery

This year, Renfrew’s Awareness Week is all about empowerment and how the choices we make impact recovery. Here are 5 ways to embrace empowerment and choose recovery.

In the Media | Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2024: Things to Know and Keep in Mind

The Renfrew Center of Philadelphia Center City’s Bridget Shertzer, MS, LPC sits down with La Salle University to discuss the importance of Eating Disorders Awareness Week on college campuses, and Renfrew’s resources to support college students who find themselves struggling with an eating disorder.