Eating Disorder IOP in Tempe, Arizona
Evidence-based intensive outpatient treatment for eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and ARFID. Available in person at our Tempe clinic or through our virtual IOP program throughout Arizona.
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No obligation. Insurance verification included.
Insurance We Work With
Coverage varies by plan. Our admissions team verifies your eating disorder IOP benefits at no cost before treatment begins.
Eating Disorders Treated in Our IOP
Our eating disorder IOP provides specialized treatment for a range of feeding and eating disorders. Each patient receives an individualized plan developed by clinicians experienced in eating disorder recovery.
Anorexia Nervosa
Specialized treatment for restrictive eating patterns, distorted body image, and fear of weight gain. Our approach includes nutritional rehabilitation, CBT-E, and collaborative medical monitoring to support safe, sustainable recovery.
Bulimia Nervosa
Evidence-based interventions for binge-purge cycles, including cognitive behavioral therapy for eating disorders (CBT-E), nutritional counseling, and relapse prevention strategies for lasting recovery.
Binge Eating Disorder
Structured treatment for recurrent binge eating episodes addressing the emotional triggers, shame cycles, and behavioral patterns that maintain disordered eating through CBT, DBT skills, and nutritional support.
ARFID & Other Eating Disorders
Specialized support for avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) and other specified feeding and eating disorders, with individualized treatment approaches tailored to each clinical presentation.
How We Treat Eating Disorders
Our Tempe eating disorder IOP uses an integrated, evidence-based framework addressing the psychological, nutritional, and behavioral dimensions of eating disorder recovery.
CBT-E
Cognitive behavioral therapy enhanced specifically for eating disorders. The leading evidence-based approach for anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder treatment and recovery.
Nutritional Counseling
Registered dietitians work with each patient to normalize eating patterns, address food fears, challenge food rules, and develop sustainable, recovery-focused nutrition plans.
DBT Skills
Dialectical behavior therapy skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and managing urges related to disordered eating, especially effective for binge eating disorder and bulimia.
Group Therapy
Process groups and psychoeducational sessions with peers in eating disorder recovery, led by licensed clinicians, reducing isolation and building authentic connection around shared experience.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one sessions with a licensed eating disorder therapist to address personal treatment goals, body image distortions, and the underlying emotional factors driving disordered eating.
Medical Monitoring
Coordination with medical providers to monitor physical health markers throughout treatment and ensure medical stability, essential for safe eating disorder recovery at the IOP level of care.
Eating Disorder IOP Schedule, Tempe
Our specialized eating disorder IOP meets three days per week for 4 hours per session, slightly longer than our mental health IOP to incorporate nutritional counseling and meal support.
Our morning schedule is designed to allow patients to maintain employment, attend school, or fulfill family responsibilities. 4 hours per session includes group therapy, nutritional counseling, and supported meal components.
(623) 288-3656 Request a Confidential AssessmentOur eating disorder IOP is available exclusively at our Tempe clinic, located at 1492 S Mill Ave, Suite 206 & 214, conveniently near Arizona State University and accessible from across the Phoenix metro area including Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Scottsdale, and Phoenix.
Free parking is available. Virtual eating disorder IOP is also available for patients who prefer remote access or live outside the Tempe area.
What Happens in Each Eating Disorder IOP Session
Each session follows a consistent structure addressing emotional regulation, insight, nutritional relationship, and real-world skill application. The three pillars of eating disorder recovery.
- The ability to recognize the emotions, thoughts, and situations that trigger your eating disorder behaviors
- Practical skills for managing distress without turning to restriction, bingeing, or purging
- A stronger connection between how you feel in your body and what your eating disorder is communicating
- A deeper understanding of how your beliefs about your body, food, and self-worth are connected to your eating disorder
- The tools to start challenging the distorted thinking that maintains restriction, bingeing, or purging behaviors
- Space to process the underlying experiences, trauma, perfectionism, control, that drive disordered eating
- A more flexible, less fearful relationship with food, eating without rigid rules, restriction, or guilt
- Practical nutritional knowledge from registered dietitians that supports your recovery goals
- A personalized plan for sustaining recovery from your eating disorder after IOP ends
4-Week Rotating Eating Disorder IOP Schedule
Our eating disorder IOP uses a monthly rotating calendar ensuring variety, sustained engagement, and comprehensive coverage of the emotional, psychological, and nutritional dimensions of recovery.
How to Start Eating Disorder IOP at SMHWI
Our admissions process is designed to be supportive and straightforward. From your first call to your first session, our team handles insurance verification, clinical assessment, and scheduling.
The Eating Disorder IOP Enrollment Process
Most patients begin treatment within days of initial contact. Here is what to expect.
Initial Contact
Same DayCall our Tempe admissions team or submit the online form. We gather basic information and answer your initial questions about our eating disorder IOP program.
Insurance Verification
Within 24 HoursWe verify your coverage for eating disorder IOP including benefits, deductibles, and any out-of-pocket costs, before treatment begins.
Clinical Assessment
1 to 2 DaysA licensed clinician conducts a confidential evaluation to assess eating disorder presentation, medical stability, and the appropriate level of care.
Begin Treatment
Within DaysStart attending eating disorder IOP sessions at our Tempe location or via our virtual IOP program. Your individualized treatment plan is ready from day one.
What to Expect in Your First Week
Connect with your eating disorder therapist, dietitian, and group members. Review confidentiality, expectations, and your individualized treatment plan.
Your registered dietitian conducts a comprehensive nutritional assessment to understand your current eating patterns and develop your recovery nutrition plan.
Begin attending eating disorder-specific group therapy and individual therapy sessions as part of your structured treatment schedule.
If clinically indicated, we coordinate with your medical providers to monitor health markers and ensure your eating disorder treatment is medically supported throughout IOP.
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Eating Disorder IOP in Tempe, AZ
Our specialized eating disorder IOP is located in the heart of Tempe, accessible from Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, and the greater East Valley. Free parking available. Virtual IOP available throughout Arizona.
SMHWI Tempe
1492 S Mill Ave, Suite 206 & 214Tempe, AZ 85281
Mon / Wed / Fri • 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Free parking available (623) 288-3656
Communities We Serve
Our Tempe eating disorder IOP serves adults throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area. In-person sessions are at our Tempe clinic. Virtual eating disorder IOP extends access to all of Arizona.
Eating Disorder IOP — Common Questions
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Recovery Is Possible
Our specialized eating disorder team is here to help you take the first step. Confidential assessments and insurance verification are available now.
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