Eating Disorder Treatment in Nevada

Virtual Eating Disorder Treatment

The top eating disorder centers in Nevada cater to many levels of care, including residential treatment, partial hospitalization programs, and intensive outpatient programs. But there's another option for those seeking eating disorder treatment in Nevada.

Virtual eating disorder treatment has become increasingly popular for a number of reasons. This type of care is more widely accessible, making it a great choice for those who live far from in-person eating disorder treatment centers or those with challenges around mobility or transportation.

Virtual eating disorder treatment is also generally more flexible, making it easier for those who have complicated schedules or anyone who would simply prefer to go through treatment at home. Plus, studies show this type of care can be just as effective as in-person treatment for eating disorders in many cases.²

Other Nevada Eating Disorder Resources

Residents struggling with eating disorders—and their loved ones—can also look beyond the top eating disorder centers in Nevada for help.

The state's Department of Health helps with general health inquiries, including those about behavioral health. While it does not offer treatment, the program can refer you or your loved one to nearby programs or doctors and supply additional information and resources for coordinating care.

Some residents will also qualify for Nevada's Medicaid Behavioral Health Services. This program offers some evidence-based therapies, including individual and group therapy sessions, and can refer patients to more specialized care, such as nutritional counseling. Contact the program today by emailing BehavioralHealth@dhcfp.nv.gov to see if you qualify.

Finding the Best Eating Disorder Center in Nevada

Eating disorders are among some of the most difficult mental health conditions to contend with, and looking for the best treatment in Nevada while struggling with eating disorder symptoms can be especially challenging.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by the search for an eating disorder program, try asking these questions to start narrowing down your choices:³

• How long has the facility been running? What type of experience do the doctors have?
• Does the facility work with other treatment providers, or will they work with your school or workplace to help facilitate treatment?
• What criteria does the center use to judge progress?
• Does the center treat co-occurring mental health issues, such as substance abuse?
• Eating disorder recovery is often a long journey, but with the right treatment team by your side, it's possible to find and stay on the road to greater healing.

Resources

1. Economic and Social Costs of Eating Disorders in Nevada. (2018). Harvard University. Accessed May 2025.
2. Steiger H, Booij L, Crescenzi O, Oliverio S, Singer I, Thaler L, St-Hilaire A, Israel M. (2022). In-person versus virtual therapy in outpatient eating-disorder treatment: A COVID-19 inspired study. International Journal of Eating Disorders; 55(1):145-150.
3. Questions to Ask Treatment Providers. (n.d.) National Eating Disorders Association. Accessed May 2025.