Eating disorders, like anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating are becoming increasingly prevalent throughout western countries. According to The National Institute of Mental Health, between 5% and 10% of girls and women (i.e. 5-10 million people) and 1 million boys and men in the US suffer from eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, or other associated dietary conditions. Estimates suggest that as many as 15% of young women adopt unhealthy attitudes and behaviors about food.

Dr. Whitman's unique approach addresses the physical, psychological and spiritual needs of the individual while aligning the family as powerful agents of support and healing. A typical treatment schedule includes individual therapy, group therapy and referrals can be made for nutritional counseling and psychiatric evaluation when indicated.