Chrysalis Center in Wilmington, North Carolina, is an
outpatient treatment center specializing in eating disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. They offer outpatient and
intensive outpatient program (IOP), for those needing more support than outpatient therapy, with programs focused on both eating disorders and trauma recovery. Clients receive individualized care in a safe, welcoming environment.
Their treatment approach combines evidence-based therapies like
DBT, ACT, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) with
holistic practices such as mindful eating and nutrition education. Clients work closely with therapists and dietitians to address underlying emotional and psychological factors, building confidence and skills to heal and thrive in recovery.
Chrysalis Center also offers specialized programs such as Exposure Meal Groups and Bariatric Support Groups, which are designed to help clients confront their food-related fears and build positive experiences with eating. These groups, combined with
family therapy and aftercare planning, provide crucial support as clients continue their recovery journey, offering the guidance and community needed to create lasting change.
Evidence-Based Context: According to SAMHSA's National Survey on Drug Use and Health (2023), approximately 48.7 million Americans aged 12 or older had a substance use disorder in the past year. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) emphasizes that treatment programs combining behavioral therapy with medication-assisted approaches show the highest rates of sustained recovery. Facilities like Chrysalis Center provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)