Family Therapy
Eating disorders affect the entire family unit. We believe strong family relationships are a key to lasting recovery.
Family therapy at Aster Springs
At Aster Springs, our family therapy services — including individual family sessions and a virtual family support group — focus on strengthening relationships and promoting positive, healthy communication. With the assistance of our skilled therapists, clients and their loved ones learn self-compassion over self-judgement and how to address feelings and problems rather than suppress them.
About Family Therapy
When a loved one is struggling with an eating disorder, the search for answers and the process of finding the best treatment can change the family dynamic. That’s why including family in the treatment process is usually beneficial. Without family involvement, those in treatment may return to environments that trigger unhealthy patterns or behaviors and threaten their recovery.
Why treatment is important
Melanie Vann, M.A., LPC, NCC, Executive Director of Aster Springs Virginia, shares what she calls “Aster magic” — the compassion, individualized care, and unwavering belief in full recovery that defines the Aster Springs experience.
How Family Therapy Works
It’s important to create guidelines and goals when inviting family into the treatment process:
- As families gain a deeper understanding of their loved one’s eating disorder, they must learn to balance realistic expectations with hope for a fulfilling future.
- Therapists help families release shame, anger, and guilt, to create a healthier, more positive dynamic.
- To move forward, the individual in treatment must understand their illness's impact on their loved ones.
- At times, family involvement may not be appropriate. Our clinical team assesses each situation to determine which path best supports the client and their loved ones in recovery.
The Aster Springs Difference
Our distinctive approach combines compassionate, inclusive care with innovative treatment methods, promoting an environment where daily healing leads to lasting real-world recovery.
Levels of Care
Aster Springs offers comprehensive, evidence-based eating disorder treatment programs designed to meet clients where they are in their recovery journey. Available levels of care include:
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