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Assessments

Designed for individuals who have concerns about their eating behaviors and are unsure if they have an eating disorder.

Individuals requesting an assessment will meet one-on-one with a clinician to discuss their concerns. An assessment consists of a comprehensive evaluation and includes diagnosis, treatment plan and referrals (if applicable).

If you would like to schedule an assessment or learn more information, please call 617-558-1881 extension 12.

Consultations

Intended for individuals who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder and want to establish treatment as well as for those returning to treatment.

Individuals requesting a consultation will meet with a clinician to discuss their history, treatment plan and progress. Recommendations for change and/or additions to one's treatment plan may be given.

If you would like to schedule a consultation or learn more information, please call 617-558-1881 extension 12

National Phone Consultations

Intended for individuals out of state concerned about their eating behaviors or the behaviors of a loved one.

Individuals will speak with a clinician over the phone and discuss history, treatment options and progress. Recommendations for change and/or additions to one’s treatment plan may be given.

If you would like to schedule a consulation via phone, please call 1-866-343-MEDA

Coaching Sessions

This one-hour session is designed for family and friends of an individual with an eating disorder.

Those that request a coaching session will meet with a licensed eating disorder specialist and investigate the issues and struggles with regards to the loved one's eating disorder.

A coaching session provides a customized treatment plan and referrals, education about eating disorders, directions on how to connect with services, and guidance on the "do's" and "don'ts" of helping.

If you would like to schedule a coaching session or learn more information, please call 617-558-1881 extension 12.

Support Groups

CTR support groups are led by individuals who are supervised and trained by an LICSW. Many group leaders themselves are recovered from eating disorders and/or have training in the field.

 

The following are groups offered at MEDA:

 

Adults with Eating Disorders and/or Disordered Eating for Adults 26 years and older

Monday Nights 6:15-7:15

Prerequisites for joining group:

• Group Intake with MEDA clinician
• Currently in treatment with an individual therapist (referrals can be made by MEDA)
• Must sign up for 4 weeks of group before being able to attend the group on a drop-in basis

CARE Group for Parents, Family Members, Partners and Friends

Tuesday Nights 6:15-7:15

 

There are no prerequisites for joining this group.  Individuals may attend group on a drop-in basis. 

 

Teen Group

Tuesday Nights 6:15-7:15

 

Prerequisites for joining group:

• Group Intake with MEDA clinician
• Currently in treatment with an individual therapist (referrals can be made by MEDA)
• Group cycle begins the first Tuesday of the month and runs for duration of month
• Full payment is due on the first Tuesday of the month

Young Adults with Eating Concerns for Clients 18-25 years old

Wednesday Nights 6:15-7:15

 

Prerequisites for joining group:

• Group Intake with MEDA clinician
• Currently in treatment with an individual therapist (referrals can be made by MEDA)
• Must sign up for 4 weeks of group before being able to attend the group on a drop-in basis

Adults with Eating Disorders and/or Disordered Eating for Adults 26 years and older

Wednesday Nights 6:15-7:15

Prerequisites for joining group:

• Group Intake with MEDA clinician
• Currently in treatment with an individual therapist (referrals can be made by MEDA)
• Must sign up for 4 weeks of group before being able to attend the group on a drop-in basis 

Group sessions are $15 per visit. CTR Groups are held at our Newton Office (92 Pearl Street). Groups begin promptly at 6:15, though we ask members to arrive between 6:00-6:15 to sign-in. 

 

 

 

 Groups led by professional members: