Walden Eating Disorder Treatment Clinic in Waltham
Our spacious Waltham eating disorder clinic is a quiet and private office conveniently located off Route 95 about 20 minutes from downtown Boston. Offering one of the nation’s only eating disorder treatment programs designed especially for athletes, our compassionate team is dedicated to personalizing care to fit your unique needs. We welcome children, teens and adults of all genders to our day and evening programs and are minutes away from our inpatient and residential locations making transitions from one level of care to another as seamless as possible. We recognize that eating disorders thrive in isolation. That is why we do our best to engage family members and/or loved ones in your treatment as much as possible. In fact, Family-Based Treatment, the focal point of our teen program, is designed to give parents a leading role in helping their child to reduce disordered eating behaviors, restore weight and resume proper adolescent development. Our Waltham clinic also offers pet therapy and yoga to help strengthen your mind-body connection.
Waltham, MA Eating Disorder Conditions Treated
- Anorexia
- Bulimia
- Binge-Eating Disorder
- ARFID
- OSFED
- Orthorexia
- Co-Occurring Disorders
Walden Behavioral Care is contracted with most major insurance companies. Learn more today.
Bob Bordonaro, LICSW
Program Director
I am so glad that you’re taking the opportunity to get to know our clinic! Having been in the eating disorder field for more than 25 years, I understand how challenging the recovery process can be. While healing journeys are rarely alike, I am always inspired by brave individuals like yourself who confront their fears and embrace recovery. Our staff is passionate, dedicated and genuinely kind. They advocate and work tirelessly for you because they believe in you and want to see you succeed. If you are thinking of entering treatment, my advice is to trust the process and avoid making treatment decisions based on fear. Ask as many questions as you need and know that there is support available.
Kam Mendes, MA
Assistant Program Director
What We Offer
This program is ideal for teens who are medically stable but who require the structure and support of day treatment. Parents will take on a more active role at this level of care, learning – alongside your child – how to replace maladaptive behaviors with coping skills and how to deal with uncomfortable emotions in the moment.
Designed for teens in need of more structured support than their outpatient team can provide, this level of care utilizes Family-Based Treatment, an evidence-based intervention proven to support lasting recovery that is meant to equip you and your family with the skills necessary to best help your child.
This program is for children ages 8-11 and their parents and meets three days a week, with structured and activity-based individual, family and group therapy. Family-Based Treatment (FBT) is the focal point of our pediatric treatment program.
This level of care is designed for individuals who require support during the day to optimize recovery success. You will experience a structured treatment environment focused on helping you to normalize eating patterns, target maladaptive coping behaviors and practice skills.
This program is designed for adults who need a bit more intensive support than their outpatient team can provide. This level of care focuses on providing you with the skills necessary to replace maladaptive coping behaviors and to provide you with the flexibility to also balance other priorities such as work, family and/or school.
Walden Behavioral Care
Suite 2000
Waltham, MA 02451
Admissions: 888-791-0004
Phone: 781-899-2460
Fax: 781-899-1039
Who We Treat
Our Locations
Massachusetts
Connecticut
Georgia
Walden Stories
Ben’s Road Toward Recovery
Professional cyclist Ben Frederick developed an eating disorder when he was forced to stop competing after being thrown from his bike during a race resulting in a traumatic brain injury. Ben shares his story of perseverance and strength as he learned to navigate the road to a full life in eating disorder recovery.
Coming Out Day
As proud allies, we are proud to foster a community, both for our patients and our employees, that values inclusivity and diversity. For this year’s “National Coming Out Day” some of our amazing employees decided to share their coming out stories in order to help others feel comfortable in doing so for themselves.
Walden on Gratitude
This year marks Walden Behavioral Care’s 15th Anniversary. Our staff came together to reflect on what makes working at Walden, and with you, so special.
90% of patients said their experience with their clinician was positive in helping them acquire coping skills and gaining insight into recovery.
The most helpful part of my experience at Walden was: meeting people who are going through the same things and gaining understanding and insight into my eating disorder.
“When I entered treatment, I felt as though I was in a safe space and it stayed that way my entire time at Walden. I felt very supported by all the people around me.”
93% said they felt welcomed by the staff when they began the program
“I learned a lot from informative sessions about the way our eating disorders work. The education around nutrition and food helped me understand what my body needs to thrive.”
“The staff is phenomenal. I truly couldn’t be happier with the skills I’ve learned during my time here. Thank you so much for saving me.”
What’s New
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