Programme overview
We pride ourselves in our treatment approach as it involves an attitude of warmth, respect empathy and honesty at all times. The focus of each team member is toward gaining an understanding of each individual thus helping to enhance their motivation to accept and deal with their Eating Disorder. Our team draw upon empirically supported treatment programmes such as the Maudsley Method and we adhere to the NICE Guidelines.
Our Programme is designed to meet the individual needs of the client and their family and incorporates the following therapies.
- Cognitive Analytical Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Enhanced
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
- Interpersonal Therapy
- Nutritional Therapy
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy
- Expressive mind and body therapies (Art, dance, music, yoga, meditation, tai chi)
- Guided Imagery Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Psychodrama therapy and Art therapy
Group sessions will take place daily and are educational and supportive in nature involving topics such as Self Esteem, Body Image, Relationships, Cookery and Planning, Recovery, Pre and Post meal groups, Goals, Assignment groups, Entertainment groups, Process groups, and many more. All groups are age appropriate. Individual hobbies and interests are encouraged. Regular outings such as trips to Dublin, shopping, movies and eating out are all part of life at Lois Bridges. Every aspect of our programme is designed to provide clients with a lifestyle they can continue upon discharge.
The Individual needs of each person are continually assessed by the team.
- Initial assessment is carried out by our Consultant Psychiatrist and our Director of Clinical
Services. - Our Physician will take care of all medical needs.
- A designated therapist is assigned to everyone who enters treatment. Individual therapy is highly valued.
- Our Nutritionist meets with everyone individually to discuss their nutritional requirements.
- On Completion of assessments the team together with the individual will meet to devise and discuss their treatment plan.
- We provide a full aftercare programme that is individually designed based on each person’s needs and requirements at that time. We are committed to providing smooth transitions for every phase of recovery.