NASHVILLE, Tenn., April 29, 2019 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Integrative Life Center (ILC), a leading community-based behavioral health care provider, today announced the addition of Anita Johnston, PhD, CEDS as its Executive Director for Eating Disorders Programming. In this new role at ILC, Dr. Johnston will be responsible for growing the capabilities of ILC’s eating disorder programming through incorporating her well-renowned personalized treatment approach.
As ILC’s Executive Director of Eating Disorders Programming, Dr. Johnston will further develop current programming to include a detailed, customized program for those in need of treatment for eating disorders. The expanded programming will include integration of Dr. Johnston’s approach to treatment and will also include the addition of specialized personnel for aiding recovery. As a leading clinical expert, Dr. Johnston’s approach is widely considered best practice for addressing disordered eating. Her best-selling book Eating in the Light of the Moon and online courses follow her individualized, patient-centered approach to recovery.
“When I was introduced to ILC, I instantly knew this would be a great opportunity to reach more people through cutting-edge, individualized treatment approaches. Ryan and the team understand the importance of meeting patients where they are in their own journey to better guide them in the process of recovery.” said Johnston. “I am excited to begin this journey to integrate ILC’s approach to treatment with what I have learned over several decades of working with those suffering from eating disorders.”
Prior to joining ILC, Dr. Johnston co-founded the Anorexia & Bulimia Center of Hawaii and the Light of the Moon Cafe and served as clinical director at Ai Pono Eating Disorders Treatment Programs. Her personalized approach to treatment is aligned with ILC’s mission to deliver unique care to every patient.
“The addition of Dr. Johnston is a natural fit for ILC, and she will be a wonderful asset to our leadership team,” said Ryan Chapman, CEO of ILC. “Her work serves as a testament of how a tailored, wholistic approach to care for each patient better serves their needs and results in a more successful recovery experience. We look forward to the development of our eating disorders track and the expertise Dr. Johnston will bring to our continuum of care.”
About Integrative Life Center
Integrative Life Center is a Nashville-based behavioral health care provider delivering specialized treatment through a personalized, trauma-informed approach addressing mind, body and spirit. Depending on specific needs, clients receive treatment using evidenced-based methods such as cognitive and dialectical behavior therapies, motivational interviewing, somatic psychotherapy, EMDR and brainspotting. ILC encourages involvement in recovery support programs and integrates the holistic and integrative healing of mindfulness, yoga, acupuncture, equine therapy and breathwork. The treatment team is multi-disciplinary and includes masters-level therapists. ILC offers both residentially-based and outpatient options at its facilities on Music Row and at Morning Star, a 25-acre property west of Downtown Nashville. To learn more, visit www.integrativelifecenter.com or call (615) 891-2226.
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