Teen Eating Disorder Treatment
Get expert teen eating disorder treatment in Orange County today. Our specialized IOP provides evidence-based therapy, meal support, and family involvement. Call now to verify insurance and schedule a confidential assessment for adolescent eating disorder recovery.
Specialized Care for Every Diagnosis
Eating disorders thrive in isolation. At Compassion for Teens, we help to break this cycle by fostering a community of healing. We provide expert care for the following conditions:
Anorexia Nervosa Treatment
We help teens address the physical and psychological roots of restrictive eating and body dysmorphia. Our team works to stabilize nutritional intake while using evidence-based therapy to help your child develop a healthier relationship with their body and food.
Bulimia Nervosa Treatment
We provide a safe space for teens to break the exhausting cycle of binging and purging. Our program focuses on identifying emotional triggers, normalizing eating patterns, and implementing coping skills to prevent compensatory behaviors.
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) Treatment
Our clinical team provides the tools necessary to manage emotional eating and the feeling of loss of control. We focus on mindful eating practices and addressing the underlying anxiety or depression that often fuels binge episodes.
ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
We support teens who struggle with extreme sensory sensitivities or a fear of adverse consequences from eating (such as choking or vomiting). Treatment focuses on gradually expanding food variety and reducing the anxiety associated with mealtimes.
OSFED (Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders)
Many teens exhibit serious disordered eating patterns that don’t fit perfectly into one category. We provide specialized, flexible care for OSFED to stabilize behaviors and address clinical distress before symptoms escalate.
Flexible Treatment Paths for Eating Disorder
We understand that every family has different needs. We offer two delivery tracks to ensure quality care is accessible to everyone in California.
In-Person IOP (Orange County)
Our supportive facility provides a welcoming, face-to-face environment for healing.
- Supervised Meals: Teens participate in therapeutic meals to normalize eating behaviors in real-time.
- Peer Connection: Real-world interaction with a community of peers who truly understand their journey.
Virtual IOP (Telehealth)
ur Virtual IOP brings our world-class clinical team into your home via HIPAA-compliant technology.
- Maximum Convenience: Eliminate the commute while receiving the same evidence-based curriculum.
- In-Home Support: Teens practice recovery skills in the exact setting where they face the most challenges.
VERIFY YOUR INSURANCE
In Network With All Major Insurance
We accept all major insurance plans to make our services accessible. To confirm your specific benefits and coverage for our teen therapy programs, please use our quick and confidential verification tool below.






Evidence-Based Therapies for Lasting Change
Our multidisciplinary approach goes beyond the surface.[4] We use evidence-based modalities tailored to the adolescent brain:
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Teaching teens how to regulate “big emotions” and manage distress without turning to disordered eating.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifying and reframing the distorted thoughts that fuel eating disorder behaviors.
- Individual & Group Therapy: Combining private processing with peer-led support.
- Family Involvement: We believe families are the “front line” of recovery. We provide parents with the tools and coaching needed to support their teen’s long-term success.
Why Choose Compassion For Teens
When searching for teen eating disorder treatment in Orange County, families choose us for our high standards and specialized focus.
- Joint Commission Accredited: We meet the highest national standards for clinical safety and excellence.
- Adolescent Specialists: Our team focuses exclusively on the unique developmental needs of teens and adolescents .
- Insurance Simplified: We are in-network with all major insurance providers and offer free, confidential benefit verification.
What Do Other Families Say?
EXCELLENT Based on 48 reviews Posted on Melissa CaldwellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Caring and understanding staffPosted on Daniel MTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Best IOP center in Orange County for a reason. Compassion made recovery possible for me—without stepping into a facility. Their virtual care was personal, flexible, and truly supportive. They saw me as a whole person, not just a patient. Can’t thank them enough.Posted on Maza HoldingsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have a bit more to say about this IOP but in summary really grateful for Josh, Dr JP and their team of doctors and group facilitators for helping me through a difficult situation. I needed to work around my schdule with family and kids and their program was perfect for me. Maybe it's not ideal for everyone but for me it was exactly what I needed. The whole process from intake, insurance verification, admission, scheduling, I was kept up to date on everything. I met with the Doctor and he was very knowledgeable, spent an hour with me which was what I needed, someone and a program to show that they care. Would recommend this IOP to anyone who struggles with mental health and needs some support and doesn't want to drastically change their life commitments at the time. Thank you Josh and thank you Compassion IOP.Posted on Tara EdwardsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. As a licensed therapist, I hold high standards when it comes to mental health care—and Compassion Recovery consistently exceeds them. I’ve had the privilege of referring clients to this facility, and I’ve witnessed firsthand the depth of care, clinical excellence, and integrity they bring to every aspect of treatment. The staff are well-trained snd lead with empathy and a genuine commitment to long-term healing. Their multidisciplinary team collaborates seamlessly to support clients through complex diagnoses and co-occurring disorders. What impresses me most is Compassion Recovery’s ability to meet clients where they are, while gently challenging them toward meaningful change. The therapeutic environment is safe, structured, and profoundly supportive—ideal for real transformation to take place. As a clinician, I trust Compassion Recovery implicitly and will continue to refer clients here without hesitation. They are truly setting the standard for compassionate, effective mental health care.Posted on Brenda RoneyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you're struggling and looking for real genuine support in your recovery journey, Compassion Recovery Centers makes getting the help you need accessible and convenient. For the past 3 months, I have been a part of the Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and have witnessed personalized care, encouragement, and an incredibly skilled staff. This isn't just another program - it's a community that creates a warm, welcoming, safe place where you will never be alone during your healing process. Everyone deserves this level of support.Posted on Carlos CervantesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I want to share that this IOP program is amazing! The people who work there and are in charge have their client’s best interest at heart. Recommend to anyone needing help with mental health and/or substance use disorders. Again, great program lead by great people!Posted on Mike MagallanesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I started IOP with an open mind and was surprised on day one how Kendal made me feel welcomed. I felt that this program could work and it did. Thank you Kendal for all the tools and perspective and the extra effort you made to find a way to help each individual. Thank you Gilbert for your ability to help those of us who needed special assistance on any given night and thank you Tara for offering me such a safe space and helping me find out a bit about myself. Thanks to these wonderful people I feel like I'm going to be OK! P.S. A shout out the the night groupies! Always rooting for you.Posted on Lorena WadeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Josh, the owner of Compassion Recovery Centers, truly lives up to the name—his kindness, empathy, and dedication to helping others are unmatched. He genuinely cares about every person who reaches out, offering support and hope even if they don’t end up admitting to his program. That kind of selfless compassion is rare and speaks volumes about the impact he has on those in need. If you’re looking for a place that truly prioritizes people and their well-being, Compassion Recovery Centers is an incredible resource.Posted on wendyTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Compassion is a Gem. Their virtual program is super convenient, amazing therapists, team, and overall amazing experience. I am a very busy person and this program is great for people with busy lives that need care. The whole team is amazing and is run very well. I Would highly recommend. Dr. Haidak is the BEST!Verified by TrustindexTrustindex verified badge is the Universal Symbol of Trust. Only the greatest companies can get the verified badge who has a review score above 4.5, based on customer reviews over the past 12 months. Read more
Start the Journey Toward Healing Today
Recovery is possible, and it starts with a single step. If you are looking for compassionate, professional teen eating disorder treatment in Orange County, our team is here to help.
Contact us today to schedule a confidential assessment.