Eating Disorder Treatment in Mississippi

Virtual Eating Disorder Treatment

While residents benefit from the many Mississippi eating disorder therapists and dietitians who can help, meeting in person with these healthcare professionals isn't always possible. Some patients live far from treatment centers, experience challenges around transportation or mobility, or struggle with co-occurring mood disorders or other issues that make it hard to leave the house.

Virtual eating disorder treatment has become a viable option for these patients, or anyone who simply prefers the format. Virtual sessions can be taken at home or anywhere the internet is available, schedules are often much more flexible, and treatment is just as effective as in-person care in many cases.²

Still, this type of treatment isn't for anyone. Those with more severe eating disorder symptoms may still benefit from higher levels of in-person care, like a residential treatment center or a partial hospitalization program. It's important to undergo an evaluation by a licensed professional before enrolling.

Additional Eating Disorder Resources in Mississippi

Mississippi residents can benefit from additional state programs designed to help those with behavioral health concerns.

The state's Medicaid Behavioral Health Services can help set up therapy sessions, give referrals to specialized care like nutritional counseling, and offer other types of mental health support for certain residents. The state agency also specializes in issues like substance use disorder, making it a good option for patients with particular co-occurring concerns.

All Mississippi residents can also utilize the state's Department of Health. This office has educational material and other resources on hand and can help with referrals or coordinating care with other state agencies or treatment programs.

Finding the Best Mississippi Eating Disorder Therapists & Dietitians for You

Whether you're struggling with binge eating disorder, bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, or other types of disordered eating, there's a treatment that can help. However, narrowing down the best treatment, or the best Mississippi eating disorder therapists and dietitians, can feel overwhelming.

Asking some of these questions may help you get a better idea about what you want and expect from a treatment provider:³

• What are your credentials? What type of license do you have?
• What's your experience, and how long have you been treating eating disorders?
• How would you describe your treatment style? Do you specialize in any therapy or employ any specific philosophies?
• How do you measure progress or recovery?

Getting a better understanding of your care provider can make all the difference in trusting them to help you or your loved one on your recovery journey, and ensure you're doing all you can to create a healthier and happier future.

Resources

1. Social & Economic Cost of Eating Disorders in Mississippi. (2018). Harvard University. Accessed April 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 April 2025.