Families of those with eating disorders often feel overwhelmed, discouraged, angry and guilty. At Puente de Vida, we include family members in the recovery process as much as possible through weekly family therapy sessions or geographically distant telephone therapy.

Family therapy examines the structure of the family and the nature of relationships among family members. Through therapy, patients acquire and express a sense of themselves that is separate and distinct from other family members. Family work is an essential part of the healing necessary for an individual to recover from an eating disorder.

The goal of family therapy is to establish roles that promote individuality and autonomy while maintaining a sense of family cohesion. To families, we will help you to take a successful approach and help you to stop walking on eggshells and eliminate the paralyzing guilt.