Family Based Treatment

Family Based Treatment (FBT) is an evidence-based treatment plan that involves the whole family in treating a child's eating disorder. It has some of the strongest evidence for treating young people with eating disorders.

 

It is specifically designed for young people age 13+ who are living with family/whanau members or caregivers who can help with a young person’s eating. It involves weekly sessions that are attended by the young person and their family members. Treatment generally takes about one year.

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If you or your child require acute medical care for an eating disorder, this should be accessed through your GP or emergency department and may require a higher level of care than we can provide.