Business Details
44 Years
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Eating Disorder Treatment Center in Greenwich, CT
Wilkins Center has been a leader in eating disorder treatment for over 35 years, providing personalized outpatient care for anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and ARFID. Our team of experts, including internationally recognized specialists, employs evidence-based approaches like Maudsley Family-Based Therapy and the Girl Power prevention program. We prioritize holistic, patient-centered care, addressing medical, nutritional, and psychological needs while involving families as essential partners. With flexible scheduling and 24/7 support from senior staff, we empower patients to achieve lasting recovery and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. 
Services
Anorexia Treatment
Bulimia Treatment
Maudsley FBT
Girl Power Program
Binge Eating Therapy
ARFID Treatment
Family Counseling
Nutritional Counseling
Psychological Testing
Men's Services
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of specialized experience in eating disorder treatment
- Pioneers in Maudsley Family-Based Therapy for anorexia recovery
- Multidisciplinary team includes internationally recognized experts
- Personalized care plans tailored to individual and family needs
- 24/7 access to senior staff for urgent support and guidance
What people say
Compassionate care
Effective treatment
Supportive staff
Successful recoveries
Family-focused approach
Services
Anorexia Treatment
Our anorexia treatment combines medical monitoring, nutritional counseling, and psychological therapy to address physical and emotional aspects. We specialize in early intervention to prevent chronic illness, using personalized meal plans and family-based approaches. Patients receive comprehensive care to restore healthy weight and rebuild positive relationships with food.
Maudsley FBT
Maudsley Family-Based Therapy empowers parents to support their child's recovery from anorexia through structured meal plans and behavioral strategies. This evidence-based approach involves three phases focusing on weight restoration, returning eating control to the child, and promoting healthy development. Families receive continuous professional guidance throughout the process.
Girl Power Program
The Girl Power prevention program helps girls aged 10-14 navigate transitional challenges through skill-building workshops and individual counseling. We address self-esteem, peer pressure, and emotional regulation using role-playing and cognitive-behavioral techniques. Parents participate in progress reviews and strategy development for sustained confidence growth.
Bulimia Treatment
Our bulimia treatment addresses emotional triggers and unhealthy coping mechanisms through cognitive-behavioral therapy and nutritional education. We help patients break the binge-purge cycle while managing co-occurring anxiety or depression. Treatment includes relapse prevention strategies and body image improvement techniques tailored to individual needs.
Psychological Testing
Comprehensive psychological evaluations identify cognitive and emotional factors affecting eating disorders. Our specialists conduct detailed assessments to inform personalized treatment plans, addressing co-occurring conditions like anxiety or ADHD. Testing includes academic performance analysis and social-cognitive functioning to support holistic care planning.
People
Diane Mickley
Founder and Director
Internationally recognized expert with 35+ years treating eating disorders. Recipient of Lifetime Achievement Awards from NEDA and the American Anorexia and Bulimia Association. Former Yale professor and researcher collaborating with top medical institutions.
David Greenfeld
Director of Psychiatry
Board-certified psychiatrist with 30+ years in psychiatric care. Former head of Yale's Adolescent Treatment Unit and recipient of the American Psychiatric Association's Roeske Award for medical education excellence.
Fran Antell
DBT Specialist
Licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years specializing in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Expert in treating self-harm behaviors and emotional regulation issues alongside eating disorders using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.
Erica Fross
Trauma Specialist
Licensed clinical social worker since 1997 specializing in trauma recovery. Combines CBT, DBT, and EMDR techniques to address underlying trauma contributing to eating disorders and self-harm behaviors.
Pearl Berger
Director of Girl Power
Licensed clinical social worker with expertise in adolescent development. Creator of the Girl Power prevention program addressing self-esteem and transitional challenges for girls aged 10-14 using practical skill-building techniques.
Questions
What eating disorders do you treat?
We treat anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and ARFID for patients aged 10 through adulthood using personalized, evidence-based approaches.
Do you offer family-inclusive treatment programs?
Yes, our Maudsley Family-Based Therapy actively involves parents in anorexia recovery, while family counseling supports treatment for all disorders.
What makes your treatment approach unique?
We combine 35+ years of specialized expertise with personalized care plans, integrating medical, nutritional, and psychological treatment while emphasizing family collaboration.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Senior staff provide flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends for urgent support, with regular appointments available during daytime hours.
Do you have programs for boys and men?
Yes, our Director of Men's Services specializes in treating males with eating disorders, offering gender-specific approaches tailored to unique needs and challenges.
