The Emily Program has expanded its residential programming to the Twin Cities as part of an ongoing effort to provide high-quality, effective treatment for eating disorders. The Anna Westin Houses were are named in memory of a Chaska woman who died in 2000 after battling an eating disorder. Since then, The Emily Program has expanded into a comprehensive program offering day treatment (PHP), intensive
outpatient services (
IOP), residential care, and outpatient services.
The Anna Westin House in St. Paul was designed to provide
residential treatment specifically for adults of all genders. Clients will participate in group sessions, a variety of individual sessions, and therapeutic meals and snacks. Sessions include psychotherapy,
family therapy, nutrition, art therapy, medical assessments and monitoring, psychiatric visits, and other services. Each client's schedule is personalized to meet their specific needs.
This residential facility provides a contemporary, home-like setting to ensure that clients feel safe and comfortable while they heal. Nurses are on-site to supervise and provide medical monitoring around the clock, along with therapists, physicians, and dietitians. Nutritious meals and snacks are provided, along with nutrition counseling to better support clients. Amenities include private and shared rooms, laundry facilities, internet access, and comfortable recreational spaces.
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 The Emily Program Anna Westin House for Adults - St. Paul provide structured pathways to evidence-based care.
Sources: SAMHSA NSDUH 2023, NIDA Principles of Drug Addiction Treatment (4th Ed.)