Aster Springs Richmond - Manakin-Sabot

Aster Springs Manakin-Sabot is one of 3 homes that make up Aster Springs Virginia, an eating disorder program near Richmond for women and female-identifying adults ages 18 and up. The program offers residential care with 24/7 clinical support, along with a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and an intensive outpatient program (IOP) for clients who are ready for less structure.

Care for the Full Range of Eating Disorders

The team treats anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), purging disorder, other specified feeding or eating disorder (OSFED), and body dysmorphic disorder. Many clients also live with anxiety, depression, trauma, or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), so those conditions are treated at the same time. Therapy includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), experiential therapy, and nutrition therapy. Exposure and response prevention (ERP) helps clients slowly face the foods and situations that cause them fear.

Daily Life in Treatment

Registered dietitians build a meal plan for each client and support them through supervised meals and nutrition counseling. Staff also take clients on outings so they can practice recovery skills in real places before they go home. The care team includes therapists, dietitians, nurses, and nurse practitioners, and the program keeps a low client-to-staff ratio.

Stepping Down and Staying Connected

When a client no longer needs 24/7 care, she can move into PHP or IOP. PHP offers structured treatment during the day with evenings free. IOP gives more time to use new skills in daily life. Aster Springs works with families during treatment, and clients can stay involved through the alumni program after they leave.