Lindner Center of HOPE creates individualized treatment plans to help patients succeed

Every patient begins successful treatment with a thorough initial assessment and consultation with a licensed therapist. This initial assessment is generally covered by major insurance plans.

Upon an initial assessment, patients receive a personalized treatment plan. Patients who choose treatment at the Harold C. Schott Foundation Eating Disorders Program at Lindner Center of HOPE are provided with a plan for combating the eating disorder. The plan may include a combination of Family Based Therapy, individual and group psychotherapy, meal planning and support, nutritional education and counseling, medical monitoring and exercise assessment, control interventions, and psychiatric management, to support the patient throughout treatment, equipping the patient with the tools and support he or she needs for continued success at home.

Lindner Center of HOPE effectively treats a range of eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa; bulimia nervosa; binge eating disorder; overeating and obesity; and compulsive exercising.

For adults, treatment for eating disorders at Lindner Center of HOPE is available through inpatient care, outpatient care, intensive outpatient care and an eating disorders partial hospital program (PHP).

For adoleschttp://lindnercenterofhope.org/treatment-options/partial-hospitalization/eating-disorder-php/ents, Lindner Center of HOPE offers a comprehensive diagnostic and intensive treatment option in a residential setting, called Williams House, with consultation from the Harold C. Schott Foundation Eating Disorders Treatment Team.

Treatment team members also offer outpatient assessment and treatment through Lindner Center of HOPE Professional Associates (LCOHPA). Cincinnati Children’s at Lindner Center of HOPE encompasses the inpatient and partial hospitalization programs for adolescents at Lindner Center of HOPE. These programs treat all adolescent mental health diagnoses, but offer a specialized track staffed by the Harold C. Schott Eating Disorders Treatment Team for treating teens with eating disorders. To read more about Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center’s mental health programs, click here.

Research studies and the advances they lead to are closely integrated into the evidence-based treatment programs provided at Lindner Center of HOPE. The Research Institute at Lindner Center of HOPE consistently manages eating disorder-related studies that are working to test new treatment options and increase the knowledge-base about eating disorders.

Eating Disorder Program Intake Form

Complete this automated form one week prior to your scheduled initial assessment with a licensed therapist at Lindner Center of HOPE. Once form is completed, please print and bring to your initial appointment.

Outpatient Care

Comprehensive outpatient services led by experts in the clinical practice group, Lindner Center of HOPE Professional Associates (LCOHPA), establish an individualized treatment approach that allows patients struggling with eating disorders to participate in meaningful therapy, support and recovery groups. Families also receive extensive support and education on understanding and working with the loved one suffering from an eating disorder. Outpatient treatment helps patients continue their recovery while maintaining normal life activities.

Who Benefits

Female and male adults or adolescents (10 and older) with eating disorders who are able to participate successfully in regularly scheduled outpatient visits and who are not at medical risk

Family members who are struggling with a loved one’s eating disorder

Inpatient Treatment

The clinicians at Lindner Center of HOPE understand that eating disorders are a form of mental illness. That’s why patients with eating disorders live and receive therapy side-by-side with patients facing other mental illnesses. Treatment is provided in a positive, open care environment with 24-hour support every day.

Effective, inpatient treatment includes psychiatric/medication management, medical management and consultation, re-feeding under strict medical and nutritional control, nutrition planning and support, companion meals, individual psychotherapy, and family therapy. The treatment team works with each patient to address specific symptoms, and more importantly, resolve deeper issues enabling ongoing recovery and improved mental and physical wellness. Patients confront personal challenges to break the cycle of disordered eating.

Through a unique collaboration, Cincinnati Children’s at Lindner Center of HOPE, staffed by the Harold C. Schott Eating Disorders Treatment Team, provides care to adolescents suffering with eating disorders. We offer a center of excellence, in a serene, therapeutic environment for the care and treatment of adolescents. To read more about Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center’s mental health programs, click here.

Who Benefits from Eating Disorder Treatment

Female and male adults or adolescents (12 and older) who are struggling with eating disorders

Patients who have not progressed in recovery with other treatment programs or whose eating disorder has led to dangerous medical consequences

Click here to download the patient referral form.

Partial Hospitalization

This intensive treatment option provides a therapeutic, supportive environment for patients age 12 and older struggling with eating disorders. Adolescent partial hospitalization is provided by the Harold C. Schott Eating Disorders Treatment Team on Cincinnati Children’s unit at Lindner Center of HOPE, while designated Lindner Center of HOPE staff provide adult partial hospitalization programming. This program can assist patients transitioning from an inpatient stay to daily routine and home environments. Families also receive extensive support and education on understanding and working with the loved one suffering from an eating disorder. Partial hospitalization can also be considered as a treatment alternative to full hospitalization.

For adults, treatment for eating disorders at Lindner Center of HOPE is available through inpatient care, outpatient care and an eating disorders partial hospital program (PHP).

Who Benefits

Individuals (ages 12 and older) who are facing the challenges of an eating disorder, and their parents or family members

Patients who need a more intensive, structured program than traditional outpatient visits can provide

Patients who may not require hospitalization, but who may benefit from hands-on intensive day-long therapy without requiring an overnight stay

Patients transitioning from hospitalization who need on-going, intensive care

Learn more about partial hospitalization for adolescents here.

Learn more about partial hospitalization for adults here.

Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program at Lindner Center of HOPE

The Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program at Lindner Center of HOPE (EDO IOP) is a treatment program designed to provide more intensive treatment for eating disordered patients for those who are not benefitting from outpatient treatment but do not meet criteria for partial hospitalization or inpatient treatment. The goals of EDO IOP are to continue weight restoration, nutritional support and planning, develop coping skills, and to assist patients in the management of their disease and symptoms to the point that traditional outpatient services will be effective. EDO IOP is often used as step-down treatment from partial hospitalization with the intent of transitioning the patient back into their home environment and healthy routines. As such, EDO IOP is a cost effective option for patients who meet admission criteria for this program.

EDO IOP traditionally operates Tuesday through Friday from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM on the campus of the Lindner Center of HOPE at 4075 Old Western Row Road, Mason, 45040. Alternative days will be identified when programming is closed due to holidays. Patients are expected to arrive at 2:30 for check in. Weight checks will occur on Tuesday at 2:30 and as needed on other days. Patients will also be expected to schedule with an individual therapist specialized trained in eating disorders at Lindner Center of HOPE on Mondays during the duration of the program. Duration of the program is based on individual progress towards established goals.

Who Benefits

The Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program at Lindner Center of HOPE (EDO IOP) is a treatment program designed to provide intensive treatment for eating disordered patients who do not meet criteria for partial hospitalization but who are not stable enough to be treated in the traditional outpatient setting. The goal of EDO IOP is weight restoration, nutritional support and planning, instruction of cognitive coping skills, and to assist patients in the management of their disease and symptoms to the point that traditional outpatient services will be effective. EDO IOP is often used as step-down treatment from partial hospitalization with the intent of transitioning the patient back into their home environment and healthy routines.

Learn more about the Eating Disorder Intensive Outpatient Program.

Premier Assessment and Residential Treatment for Eating Disorders

Sibcy House at Lindner Center of HOPE is a specialized and enhanced, rich therapeutic residential environment offering comprehensive diagnostic assessment and residential treatment programs for individuals age 18 and older, suffering with complex, co-morbid mental health and addiction issues. A renowned, multi-disciplinary clinical team uses state-of-the science technology, evidence-based treatment modalities (including DBT and ERP) and clinical expertise to accurately diagnose patients, create individualized treatment plans, and provide intensive treatment through individualized and group therapy to improve overall treatment trajectory.

Highlights of offerings:

10-day Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment (Neuropsychological testing, sub-specialty evaluations and assessments and ongoing 24 hour observation with feedback and next steps; Neurological assessment and MRI as indicated)

Treatment Initiation– Individual and Group Therapy with foundation in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

Treatment Extension – Ongoing Individual and Group Therapy

12-Day Skills Building Intensive for Binge Eating Disorder

WILLIAMS HOUSE at Lindner Center of HOPE offers an intimate and stabilizing residential environment for adults, age 18 and older, suffering with co-morbid mental health and addiction issues, who may benefit from psychiatric evaluation, cognitive work, medication adjustments/compliance, detox, observation and treatment initiation. The clinical team applies their expertise to facilitate stabilizing evaluation and next level of care recommendations.

Highlights of offerings:

10-day Stabilizing Evaluation

Add-on Neuropsychological Testing and/or Treatment Initiation

Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment for Children and Adolescents at Lindner Center of HOPE is affordable and accessible in an intensive outpatient program for young people age 6 to 17 (18 if still in high school). A skilled and experienced diagnostic team focuses on intensive assessment over 3.5 days working with the patient, family and other treatment partners, considering genetic, psychological and social factors affecting well-being and functioning. A clear and accurate diagnosis creates the foundation for an effective treatment plan.

Highlights of offerings:

Quicker Access

Comprehensive Assessment

Early and Accurate Diagnosis for Right Treatment

Help coordinating next steps within Network of HOPE, avoiding costly missteps

Learn more about the assessment residential programs here.