Eating Disorders and Trauma Treatment
- Published: October 15, 2026
- Last Updated: October 15, 2026
Experiencing a traumatic event modifies how the brain and body process threat, safety, and emotional distress. For many individuals, disordered eating develops as a coping mechanism to manage the internal chaos caused by unresolved trauma. At We Conquer Together, our eating disorder and trauma treatment program addresses these overlapping mental health conditions simultaneously. We recognize that treating food behaviors without resolving the underlying trauma fails to produce long-term eating disorder recovery. Our specialized eating disorder treatment center provides a supportive environment where individuals safely process past trauma while restoring physical health.
When trauma and eating disorders co-occur, traditional, single-focus treatment models are insufficient. Maladaptive survival behaviors such as severe restriction, purging, laxative misuse, or excessive exercise are directly linked to nervous system dysregulation. At our facility, the treatment team evaluates the whole person to understand how past experiences drive current behaviors. We specialize in residential treatment, a primary level of care we specialize in is residential treatment, which provides 24-hour clinical monitoring and structure. This intensive setting ensures medical safety, stabilizes food intake, and allows individuals to step away from environmental triggers to focus entirely on their well-being.
Our treatment program combines specialized psychological modalities with medical and nutritional interventions, while also promising care that emphasizes the importance of cultural, gender, and LGBTQIA+ affirming inclusivity. By treating the trauma and the eating disorders as interconnected issues, our clinicians help clients break the cycle of symptomatic behaviors. We offer specialized care for a wide array of diagnoses:
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Our eating disorder treatment program relies strictly on evidence-based treatment to ensure clinical efficacy and safety. Trauma survivors frequently experience profound difficulties with emotional regulation, which directly impacts their relationship with food and their body image. We utilize specific therapeutic tools to build adaptive coping skills and foster self-compassion, treating both eating disorders and trauma simultaneously:
Nutritional restoration is managed directly by a registered dietitian who designs individualized meal plans based on metabolic needs. Our dietitian approach moves away from rigid rules, gradually introducing concepts of intuitive eating as the client stabilizes. Nutritional rehabilitation occurs alongside comprehensive clinical oversight to manage refeeding risks and restore physical equilibrium. The goal is to stabilize your relationship with food through structured support during and after meals.
Our nutritional philosophy values the Health at Every Size framework and incorporates an All Foods Fit perspective. This clinical standpoint removes morality from eating habits and minimizes shame around food intake. Over time, clients work one-on-one with the registered dietitian to decode how trauma triggers manifest as physical disruptions in appetite and digestion. Our specialized nutrition counseling sessions are fully integrated into your overarching medical treatment plan to ensure safe, sustainable restoration.
When trauma and eating disorders co-occur, the combination frequently serves as a breeding ground for additional mental health conditions. Survivors often experience severe nervous system exhaustion, which can lead to complex co-occurring disorders. Our clinical team is fully equipped to address the complex psychological profiles that arise when a primary mental illness is compounded by physical survival strategies. We provide concurrent, integrated care to stabilize these multi-layered presentations rather than treating them in isolation.
The severe psychological stress of navigating these combined conditions frequently gives rise to secondary diagnoses. Our approach to treating individuals with dual diagnosis include the following types of specialized care:
Navigating the complexities of co-occurring trauma and eating disorders requires specialized intervention. Our facility in Yorba Linda serves individuals traveling from Fullerton, Orange, Anaheim Hills, and Riverside. We provide resources for individuals, for loved ones, and for professionals seeking an expert clinical referral for complex cases.
To ensure our program remains accessible, we accept major out-of-network insurance plans and provide a secure insurance verification process. Our team works with major health insurance providers to utilize your behavioral health benefits and assess out-of-pocket expenses. Please visit our facility page to read client reviews, explore our educational blog, or contact us directly to reach the admissions department and begin your recovery.
Sasha Antoun holds over six years of experience in the behavioral health treatment landscape. With a comprehensive background spanning various facets of the field, she brings a wealth of expertise to our team, offering a great understanding of every available level of care.
As an internationally certified counselor, Sasha’s professional areas of focus primarily center around admissions work and community outreach. Her passion lies in creating a sense of safety and trust for those in distress.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Kelly Gonderman, Psy.D., Licensed Clinical Psychologist