Eating Disorders Program

Children’s Nebraska’s Eating Disorders Program provides specialized care for children and adolescents up to age 21. As the only pediatric program in the area, we are uniquely equipped to address the complex needs of both patients and their families. Our approach focuses on not just overcoming the eating disorder, but also equipping children with the tools they need for a healthy relationship with food.

We offer outpatient services, including both a Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and a less-intensive program, tailored to the severity of each child’s needs. Our multidisciplinary team consists of:

• Physicians and nurses to monitor medical needs

• Dietitians to supervise nutrition and provide education on healthy eating habits

• Mental health specialists, such as psychologists, social workers, to work through the mental and emotional impacts of eating disorders

• Recreational therapists to oversee exercise education

• School staff to keep the child’s education on track

We also prioritize family involvement, offering support and education on nutrition, communication, and meal planning to help families navigate this challenging journey. With early intervention, we aim to prevent the need for inpatient care, which can often require costly, out-of-state treatment. Through our program, we empower children to heal physically and emotionally, setting them up for a healthy future.

Children’s treats a range of eating and feeding disorders to provide specialized care and support recovery and long-term health. Some conditions include:

Meet our team of dedicated experts, including pediatric specialists, therapists, and dietitians, who collaborate to provide compassionate, comprehensive care for children with eating and feeding disorders.