Residential Treatment for Patients Nationwide
The Renfrew Center of Coconut Creek, Florida is a Residential facility specializing in the treatment of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating as well as the full range of eating disorders.
Renfrew’s safe, friendly and homelike atmosphere promotes interpersonal connection. We reinforce a sense of community by helping patients recognize shared themes and struggles. The power of nature and open spaces was valued in the development of The Renfrew Center of Florida, and it is located on a lush, tropical 10-acre former horse farm near Boca Raton.
Programming at the Coconut Creek location consists of Residential and specialized treatment programming, including the care of those who are medically compromised, have experienced trauma or who are struggling with substance use. For other Florida-based outpatient services, visit our Orlando or West Palm Beach locations.
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ADDRESS
7700 Renfrew Lane
Coconut Creek, FL 33073 -
CONTACT US
1-800-RENFREW
(736-3739)
Fax: 954-698-9007
Comprehensive Care
The Coconut Creek location is one of two Residential treatment centers offering 24-hour medical care and comprehensive, therapeutic treatment in a beautiful, nurturing environment. A wide range of programming is available for individuals and families.
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Meet the Clinical Team
Welcome to the heart of Renfrew! Our clinical team is comprised of leaders in the eating disorder field who create personalized treatment plans and provide the highest quality care to you or your loved one.

PhD, CEDS-S Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer
Dr. Brooks leads the Renfrew Clinical Excellence Board, the Clinical Training Department and the Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. She has oversight responsibility for quality of clinical care at the Renfrew Centers in addition to administrative oversight responsibility for Renfrew’s residential facility in Florida. For the past 30 years, she has treated patients from diverse backgrounds who suffer from eating disorders. Dr. Brooks served as the eating disorders specialist in the HBO film Thin, has appeared on Good Morning America and has been featured in the following publications: The New York Times, People Magazine, Essence Magazine and Perspectives, The Renfrew Center Foundation’s journal for professionals. Dr. Brooks is a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist Supervisor, member of the iaedp Board of Directors and former Co-Chair of the Academy of Eating Disorders Diversity Special Interest Group.

Gayle Brooks,
PhD, CEDS-S
Vice President and
Chief Clinical Officer
Dr. Brooks leads the Renfrew Clinical Excellence Board, the Clinical Training Department and the Diversity and Inclusion Task Force. She has oversight responsibility for quality of clinical care at the Renfrew Centers in…

MD Medical Director
Dr. Gersman graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his residency in psychiatry at St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital Center in Manhattan, NY. He is board-certified in general adult psychiatry, previously serving as Chief of Substance Abuse Services at Saint Vincent’s Hospital – Westchester in Harrison, NY, and Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at New York Medical College before relocating to South Florida. Dr. Gersman opened his private practice, The Center for Personal Growth, in 2002. He is a member of numerous professional societies including the Academy for Eating Disorders, American Academy of Psychoanalysis and Dynamic Psychiatry, and the National Eating Disorders Association.

Shawn Gersman,
MD
Medical Director
Dr. Gersman graduated from the University of Virginia School of Medicine and completed his residency in psychiatry at St. Luke’s – Roosevelt Hospital Center in Manhattan, NY. He is board-certified in general adult…

PsyD, CEDS-S Assistant Vice President and Clinical Director
Dr. Maio manages clinical services at The Renfrew Center of Florida. A licensed psychologist, she received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University and her PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She completed her Pre-Doctoral Residency at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worchester State Hospital, and her Post-Doctoral Residency at The Renfrew Center of Florida (specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and their co-morbid pathologies). Dr. Maio has extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Her special interests include the treatment of eating disorders, substance use, relationship issues, women’s issues, and Motivational Interviewing. Dr. Maio maintains a private practice in Boca Raton, Florida, and presents trainings and webcasts frequently on eating disorders and related topics including the need for eating disorder awareness and advocacy for access to treatment.

Heather P. Maio,
PsyD, CEDS-S
Assistant Vice President
and Clinical Director
Dr. Maio manages clinical services at The Renfrew Center of Florida. A licensed psychologist, she received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Florida Atlantic University and her PsyD in Clinical Psychology from Nova…

RN, CEDRN Assistant Vice President of Clinical Support Services and Director of Nursing
Ms. Gretzula is a Certified Eating Disorders Registered Nurse and has worked at The Renfrew Center for the past 29 years, providing care to patients from diverse backgrounds who suffer from eating disorders. She has also appeared in the HBO documentary Thin.

Cindy Gretzula,
RN, CEDRN
Assistant Vice President of Clinical Support Services and Director of Nursing
Ms. Gretzula is a Certified Eating Disorders Registered Nurse and has worked at The Renfrew Center for the past 29 years, providing care to patients from diverse backgrounds who suffer from eating disorders….
Upcoming Events

Alumni Events The Renfrew Center’s Residential Alumni Support Group
Free | Live Interactive Event
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (ET)
Open to alumni of The Renfrew Centers of Philadelphia - Spring Lane, PA and Coconut Creek, FL only.

Professional Events Co-Regulation: Why Attachment Matters in Treating Eating Disorders
Free | Professional Webinar
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (ET)

Alumni Events Grinding Our Gears: How Grind Culture Impacts Eating Disorder Recovery (Re-broadcast)
Free | Rebroadcasted Webinar
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm (ET)
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