Articles from The Emily Program

Accanto Health, the parent company of The Emily Program, today announced the appointment of Jay Campbell as President. In this role, Campbell will assume chief growth and chief operating officer duties, bringing strategic and operational leadership to strengthen the organization’s impact and support its next chapter of growth.

The Emily Program, a national leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced new lodging in Atlanta for adults participating in its Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). The homelike space provides a supportive setting where patients traveling for care can focus on recovery, build independence, and feel safe throughout treatment. Located in a welcoming neighborhood within walking distance of the treatment program, the fully furnished lodging includes modern amenities, access to a pool, outdoor lounge, community space, onsite laundry, and a private, multi-level parking garage.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder treatment, announced today the launch of the nation’s first ARFID Center of Excellence, a residential inpatient eating disorder treatment program dedicated solely to treating Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) in adults. The new center, located in the Raleigh–Durham area, will open January 14, 2026, and is now accepting patients for admission.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder treatment, affirms its commitment to individualized and collaborative care by endorsing the new informative guidebook, “Choosing Eating Disorder Treatment in the Age of Hybrid Care: A Guide for Loved Ones, Patients, & Providers,” co-branded by the REDC Consortium and the National Alliance for Eating Disorders. This guidebook was developed in response to growing concerns from individuals and families about one-size-fits-all messaging when seeking care for themselves or their loved ones. It is a tool for navigating multiple care options, so loved ones, individuals, and providers can make thoughtful, informed decisions about how to select the appropriate level of care for eating disorder treatment.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder treatment, announced the launch of nasogastric (NG) tube services at its Columbus residential site to broaden recovery options and better serve local patients. NG tube care involves inserting a flexible tube through the nose and into the stomach and enables medically supervised nutritional support for patients who are unable to meet their dietary needs through oral intake alone. This approach allows oral intake to continue alongside tube feeding, reinforcing typical eating practices.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced its participation in the “Community of Care: Helping a Child in Crisis” panel discussion hosted by Hudson Community First, a local nonprofit organization in Hudson, OH that promotes positive youth development. The Emily Program’s Senior Regional Director Brittany Davis, Physician Assistant and Lead Medical Provider Kelsey Carpenter, and Adolescent Program Dietician Valerie Nicholson had an informative discussion about eating disorder treatment with Hudson Community First’s Co-director Laura Jones.

In recognition of April being Alcohol Awareness Month, The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today calls attention to the severely underrecognized overlap of the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment of people struggling with alcoholism and eating disorders.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today unveiled a one-of-a-kind hybrid treatment program for eating disorders and substance use disorder (SUD) at its Cleveland outpatient program. While co-occurring substance use and eating disorders are very common, there are very few treatment options which address both conditions concurrently — most programs focus on one condition or the other and lack understanding or consideration on how the two interact.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder treatment, today announced the return of “Peace Meal”, its long-running podcast exploring eating disorders, body image, and the societal factors that shape our perceptions of food and self-worth. After a hiatus, Peace Meal is back at least monthly to continue delivering insightful conversations with experts and individuals in recovery, offering hope and guidance to those affected by eating disorders.

The Emily Program, a national leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced the appointment of two new executive directors in North Carolina: CheaRon Darrett, LCSW, MPSA, who will lead The Emily Program’s Research Triangle Park (RTP) treatment center in Durham, NC, and Alischa Rodgers, LCMHC, who will oversee the eating disorder treatment center in Charlotte, NC.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced an expansion of care that fills a critical gap in eating disorder treatment for patients with diabetes. The Diabetes and Eating Disorder Management Program, exclusively offered in The Emily Program’s Durham, North Carolina center, creates a pathway to recovery for this at-risk population and reduces the scarcity of eating disorder treatment for those with diabetes.

The Emily Program, a national leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced the delivery of newly enhanced specialized eating disorder treatment services in Cleveland and Columbus Ohio for individuals struggling with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), an often misunderstood but serious condition affecting people of all ages.

The Emily Program, a national leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced the delivery of newly enhanced specialized eating disorder treatment services in North Carolina for individuals struggling with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), an often misunderstood but serious condition affecting people of all ages.

The Emily Program, a national leader in eating disorder specialty care and behavioral health services, today announced the delivery of newly enhanced specialized eating disorder treatment services in Atlanta for individuals struggling with Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), an often misunderstood but serious condition affecting people of all ages.

The Emily Program, a nationally recognized leader in eating disorder treatment, today announced the launch of its 2025 Learn with Emily webinar series. The year-long initiative provides in-depth insight into the challenges associated with eating disorders and mental health, featuring expert speakers and thought-provoking topics aimed at both consumers and healthcare providers.