Insight Psychological Centers

Easy Chicago, North Shore and Western Suburbs Access.

Philosophy

From Awareness to Recovery

At Insight, we believe that eating disorders often develop in an effort to manage intense feelings and cope with difficulties. Our primary goal is to help individuals become better able to navigate life's challenges by experiencing and expressing their emotions in direct and safe ways while strengthening their sense of self.

We believe that the recovery from eating disorders occurs on many levels. First, reduction of symptoms and restoration of healthy weight is a priority. Once behavior change is underway, enhanced awareness of the underlying emotional issues that drive symptoms is necessary in order to facilitate a long-term recovery. Skills-based learning is crucial during this process to help individuals manage the intense emotions and daily challenges that can arise as they begin to navigate the world without the eating disorder. Similarly, medical nutrition therapy, medical management, and treatment of co-occurring disorders such as depression, anxiety, family problems, or substance abuse are essential.

We believe that treatment of eating disorders must ultimately be dealt with in the context of one’s own community, while facing everyday responsibilities and stresses. Within these circumstances there is opportunity to understand each individual’s interpersonal, academic, professional, and personal challenges. There is also the chance to involve significant others in the recovery process through couples, family therapy or multi-family therapy groups.

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