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Los Angeles, California Online Eating Disorder Treatment

Alsana offers Virtual PHP/IOP eating disorder treatment tailored for residents of the Los Angeles, California area. Individuals of all genders can start their recovery journey and receive support from the comfort of their own homes.


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Finding Online Eating Disorder Treatment in Los Angeles, California

Alsana Connect delivers comprehensive virtual eating disorder treatment across Los Angeles, California. Contact us to start your recovery journey if you’re struggling with the following eating disorders:

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Flexibility in Virtual Treatment for Los Angeles

Alsana Connect brings you evidence-based clinical care with thorough medical oversight. Our online eating disorder treatment in Los Angeles, California, offers the flexibility to:

  • maintain relationships and connection with your outpatient team during treatment.
  • carry on with your daily routine while refining recovery skills with the help of virtual peer support.
  • establish a lasting foundation for recovery by learning to manage everyday challenges.
  • control eating disorder behaviors and prevent escalating health issues.
  • heal with the support of your community from the comfort and familiarity of your home.

Virtual PHP/IOP Program Features

Alsana Connect virtual programming offers the same quality of personalized care as our traditional in-person programs.
 

You can access online eating disorder treatment every day with flexible scheduling. Plus:

  • Every online eating disorder treatment client receives a full clinical assessment at admission to aid in the creation of their individualized treatment map-regardless of care method.
  • Virtual PHP/IOP programming includes group and individual therapy, nutrition counseling and nourishment support, and recovery-minded movement/yoga.
  • We offer support for members of clients’ support network, including family members and supportive others.
  • Care is provided by a compassion-focused, licensed care team with experience treating eating disorders in the virtual space.

An Eating Recovery Community in Los Angeles

While eating disorders thrive in isolation, we believe recovery happens in community. That’s why we’ve designed our vPHP/IOP programs so each client joins a cohesive group from day one to discharge. This community-centric approach fosters a supportive network, enhancing the recovery journey from the comfort of your own home.

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How Can I Tell If An Online Eating Disorder Treatment Is Right for Me?

Flexible, online eating disorder treatment in Los Angeles makes it well-suited to support unique individuals who:

  • Are transitioning from a higher level of care.
  • Are adolescents or adults seeking early intervention to avoid needing a higher level of care in the future.
  • Are caregivers/parents.
  • Are ready for more autonomy/less structure
  • Have severe food-related allergies
  • Are working or attending school.
  • Want to be with family and other members of their support network during treatment.

 

The flexibility of virtual care makes it a valuable care option for adolescents and adults of all genders ready to practice recovery skills and cope with triggers in a less-structured, ‘real-life’ treatment environment.

 

Because safe recovery is our top priority, every client must complete medical and clinical assessments so we can determine the most appropriate method and level of care. Contact our admissions team via 24/7 live chat to

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Learn more about how our eating disorder treatment program in Los Angeles can assist in your recovery, and contact our team.

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Meet the Care Team

Our clients come first and are the center of our universe. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, affirming treatment environment where you can focus on healing.

    • Katherine Jordan, MS, RDN, LDN, CEDS-C
      Katherine interned at Alsana and would leave each day fulfilled from spending time with the amazing clients. Now a Director of Virtual Nutrition Services with Alsana, she is inspired daily by clients’ bravery and courage. She also appreciates the cohesive team that pushes her to not only become a more effective dietitian, but also a better person.

      Katherine Jordan, MS, RDN, LDN, CEDS-C

      Director of Virtual Nutrition Services | she/her/hers

    • Kimberly Wynn
      Kimberly Wynn is the Virtual PHP/IOP Program Coordinator for Alsana. Kim is passionate about helping individuals who seek recovery get and stay well! She meets individuals where they’re at in their journeys and walks with them to reach their goals.

      Kimberly Wynn

      Program Coordinator

    • Dr. Michael Louie
      Dr. Louie received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences and went on to complete his psychiatry residency training at Loma Linda University. He is well versed in treating adult, child and adolescent, and geriatric patients and has been working with adolescents in the eating disorder space for 10 years. Louie has an understanding and ability to treat a range of disorders including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, and psychosis.

      Dr. Michael Louie

      Psychiatrist | he/him/his

    • Rhea Grover
      I am a licensed professional counselor with extensive experience in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma, dissociative disorders, substance-related and addictive disorders. I have treated complex issues at the inpatient, residential, PHP, and IOP levels of care.

      Rhea Grover

      Lead Therapist

    • Caitlyn Cummings
      Caitlyn earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University in 2020, and is currently practicing as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). Caitlyn is currently licensed in Missouri, Illinois, Florida, Texas, Alabama, Colorado, South Carolina, and Arizona and is pursing licensure in Georgia and Tennessee.

      Caitlyn Cummings, LCSW

      Primary Therapist | she/her/hers

    • Kristen Tritt, LCSW
      Kristen is an Associate Clinical Social Worker specializing in the treatment of eating disorders from a person-first, strengths-based perspective. With over 10 years in social services, she brings with her a wealth of experiences contributing to her work as a therapist. Kristen has devoted the last five years of her career to gaining experience in the field of eating disorders working at some of the most prominent clinics in the Los Angeles area.

      Kristen Tritt, LCSW

      Primary Therapist | she/her/hers

    • Alyson Lischer
      Alyson is a Primary Therapist with Alsana’s Virtual Program. Alyson is Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Consultant. She has experience working with adolescents and adults in individual, family and group therapy. Her clinical work has focused on the treatment of eating disorders, anxiety, depression, addiction, and women’s mental health.

      Alyson Lischer, LMFT, CEDS-C

      Primary Therapist | she/her/hers

    • Imani White
      Imani White currently serves as a primary therapist with Alsana Connect. She is an LPC and BC-DMT and has been working in the eating disorder community for five plus years. Imani is passionate about helping people to live their lives in an authentic and balanced way. She enjoys being able to provide a brave space for clients to share their experiences and connect with others in order heal and move forward in their recovery journey.

      Imani White, LPCC

      Primary Therapist | she/her/hers

    • Sam Breedlove
      As a primary therapist, Sam is responsible for meeting with clients individually, in groups, and with family or supportive others to help them navigate the emotional/mental/physical aspects of eating disorder recovery. Sam earned their master’s degree in marriage and family therapy from California State University, Northridge in 2018. After graduation, Sam began working as a group therapist and direct care staff with Alsana at their Santa Barbara location in 2019 and gradually worked up to being a primary therapist first at Santa Barbara and then with the Alsana Connect virtual team.

      Sam Breedlove, LMFT

      Primary Therapist | she/her/hers

    • Lauren Foster
      Lauren started with Alsana in September of 2023 after graduating from UAB’s counseling program. Prior to working with clients with eating disorders, Lauren held a position as a therapeutic intern at a residential addiction facility in Birmingham for almost 2 years.

      Lauren Foster, ALC, LPCC, LPCA, PLPC, NCC, ERYT

      Primary Therapist | she/her/hers

    • Elizabeth Beil
      As a Registered Dietitian with Alsana’s Virtual Program, Elizabeth has been working in the field of eating disorders for several years. Elizabeth believes completely in the Alsana nutrition model and helping each of her client’s find peace and a positive relationship with nourishment; as well as, having compassion and instilling hope for her client’s recovery.

      Elizabeth Beil, RD

      Registered Dietitian

    • Lorissa Bronson
      Lorissa Bronson is a Registered Dietitian for the Alsana Virtual Program. Lorissa became part of the Alsana family in 2020. Prior to working for Alsana, she has worked in a variety of settings including acute care hospitals, physical rehab hospitals, an eating disorder treatment center, and a private practice where she worked with adults and adolescents struggling with their eating disorders.

      Lorissa Bronson, RD

      Registered Dietitian | she/her/hers

    • Dylan Carson
      Dylan Carson is a registered dietitian serving our virtual PHP/IOP programs. Dylan has been working with Alsana and in the eating disorder space for over 2.5 years now at all levels of care. Dylan found his passion working with eating disorders in grad school after interning with our Alsana team in Birmingham and enjoys the opportunity to connect with clients individually and walk alongside them in their recovery journey.

      Dylan Carson, MS, RDN, LDN

      Registered Dietitian | he/him/his

    • Elise Webster
      Elise has worked at Alsana as a dietitian in all levels of in-person care and is now in the virtual space. Elise believes in Alsana’s adaptive care model and is passionate about helping clients improve their relationship with food. Outside of work, Elise enjoys reading and planning her next travel adventure.

      Elise Webster, MS, RD, LD

      Registered Dietitian | she/her/hers

    • Hannah Fried
      Hannah (pronounced haw-nuh) has been a dietitian at Alsana since 2022 and has been with the virtual team since 2023. Prior to becoming an RD, Hannah worked as direct care staff with Alsana while completing her Master of Science in Nutrition. She is passionate about the intersection between nutrition and mental health, and she feels lucky to be able to help her clients realize their full potential in recovery. In her free time, Hannah loves playing beach volleyball, rock climbing, and hanging out with her dog, Hila.

      Hannah Fried, MS, RDN

      Registered Dietitian | she/her/hers

What Clients Say About Their Virtual Care Experiences

Find out what some of our alumni have to say about Alsana’s eating recovery community.

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  • Stars

    I loved the format and the intensity of virtual IOP. I feel like my team actually cared and the session leaders as well. Would 100% recommend to anyone battling an eating disorder.

    – VR

  • Stars

    I never thought recovery was possible for me, but Alsana showed me just how worthy and capable I was of a better life. I owe my life to them.

    – Erin

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  • Stars

    Alsana gave me tools to help myself. I learned what was underneath my ED and also that I may never fully know its origin. I was given the space and opportunity to explore this and more. I’m still healing and will continue to put into action what I have learned. Very grateful for this program and the community and support it gave me.

    – MA

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Virtual Perception of Care

Alsana’s care teams administer Perception of Care Surveys for all clients when they step down to a new level of care or discharge from Alsana, regardless of discharge type. This aids our teams in identifying opportunities for improvement while also inviting clients to reflect on their online eating disorder treatment experience and use their authentic voices.

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Virtual Programs Perception of Care Survey1 Results 2023

  • 88%

    “I felt engaged in treatment.”2

  • 90%

    “Virtual services fit my schedule and needs.”2

  • 91%

    “Virtual services were able to deliver comprehensive and adaptive care.”2

  • 97%

    “I felt supported by my virtual team.”3

  • 95%

    “Although services were provided virtually, I still felt I was able to communicate with the treatment team.”4

  • 97%

    “Virtual services offered a unique experience by allowing me to be at home and continue to work on my ED in that environment.”5

  • 97%

    “I would recommend this program to other individuals seeking treatment for an eating disorder.”6

Virtual Outcomes vs. Brick and Mortar 2023

  • 30%

    Reduction of ED symptoms in virtual direct admits.

    26% in brick and mortar.

  • 23%

    Reduction in depression scores in virtual direct admits.

    25% in brick and mortar.

  • 17%

    Increase in self-compassion in virtual direct admits.

    19% in brick and mortar.

  • 11%

    Reduction of situational anxiety in virtual direct admits

    12% in brick and mortar.

Alsana is a Preferred In-Network Provider for All Major Insurance Companies

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  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Beacon
  • Blue California
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • MHN
  • MultiPlan
  • Optum

We would like to be your Los Angeles online eating disorder treatment and recovery community

Receive quality, holistic eating disorder treatment in California from the comfort and safety of your own home.

 

Contact us today via our 24/7 live chat to find out if online treatment is the right option for you.

Virtual eating disorder care that meets you where you are in Recovery

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*Alsana takes an individualized, whole-person approach to eating disorder treatment, however it is not considered a form of holistic medicine.

1Because Alsana clients are surveyed about PoC when stepping down their level of care and when discharging from programs, the percentages above do not describe a percentage of survey respondents but the overall results in terms of survey responses received.
2N=152 | 3N=149 |4N=151 | 5N=150 | 6N=143