Expressive Arts Therapy and Recreation Therapy are integral elements of the eating disorder treatment program
at Remuda Ranch at The Meadows. Each of these therapies provides
patients with an opportunity to express themselves through a variety of
modalities which enable them to explore and discover existing and new
thoughts, feelings, emotions, and somatic experiences. Through
non-verbal representation, patients are encouraged to delve into the
topic area at a level they are comfortable with.
By providing a relaxed
and non-judgmental environment, even individuals who are unfamiliar
with an art room and proclaim to have no artistic talent, soon find
themselves engrossed in the activities outside of a traditional therapy
session. Experimenting with themes, ideas, and materials, patients are
better able to express their emotions and feelings that so often
surround very difficult issues they need to address in treatment.
The Expressive Arts
Therapy program at Remuda Ranch includes themes related to eating
disorders designed to help patients confront and express their thoughts
in a manner and depth that is most comfortable for them. Activities that
focus on issues such as body image, childhood influences, inner child,
timelines, problem-solving skills, generational messages about the body,
and spiritual connections are just some of the topics covered in our
curriculum.
Recreation Therapy
helps patients realize that they can have fun without the intensity of
activities often identified as a major component of a patient’s eating
disorder. Reducing the intensity of movement is instrumental in a
recovery-focused treatment program. Activities such as volleyball,
badminton, board games, gentle stretching, and therapeutic walks teach
patients team building and relational skills that aid in reducing their eating disorder behaviors and also provide an enjoyable outlet for movement and play.
"The
Spirit Equine program of Colleen DeRango and Buddy Uldrickson is at
the forefront of therapies for trauma and the healing of emotional
wounds. Buddy’s calm, centered, presence, his immense horsemanship,
and Colleen’s organic mastery of Somatic Experiencing™ have
partnered to create a magical and transformative experience. I
recommend this powerful program without reservation."
The
Meadows’ equine workshop
team combines the wisdom of our skillful therapist trained in Somatic
Experiencing® (SE), with an uncommon horseman and highly skilled
trainer. This unique equine experience is held on a scenic, rustic
ranch a short distance from Wickenburg, Arizona.
Combining The Meadows Model, SE,
mindfulness, and natural horsemanship, this workshop
allows for a distinct healing experience. The program consists of
experiential activities with horses, and addresses self-esteem,
boundaries, honoring reality, wants and needs, emotional regulation,
and spontaneity. Created exclusively for a small group of no more
than five participants, this workshop is an outdoor experience
facilitated by two gifted professionals.
We
Can Help
For more details, call
866-280-2874 or complete the form
below. Our Intake Coordinators are happy to assist you between 6:00
a.m. and 6:00 p.m. MST on weekdays, and from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
MST on weekends.
Success
is possible, and we love to share the stories of recovery
from our alumni.
Meggie
Sexton was kind enough to share hers with us recently. Meggie says;
"After struggling with bulimia, anorexia and exercise addiction
for six years, I decided I needed to put myself first and take a
chance by going away to inpatient treatment before my life slipped
away anymore. I put my job on hold, my doctoral degree on hold, you
name it...but I knew if I didn’t get my health
back in order, none of those long-term professional, educational or
personal goals were going to be reached.
The
seven hour plane ride to Arizona back in October of 2010 was the most
painful, slow-moving time of my life. Once I arrived at Remuda, I was
scared, and my eating disorder was defensive. Over time, I fell in
love with the support system there, and I relearned how to love
myself. At the end of my 45 days, to be honest, I didn’t want to
leave that safety net. Fast forward to today, and I have a loving
husband, Sam, we have settled into our first starter-home, and we
have two healthy baby boys, Connor and Cooper. Without the help of
Remuda, I don’t know that I ever would have dug myself out of the
deep, dark and awful hole of eating
disorders. Iam forever grateful for their help, and I truly
believe they helped save my life.
"Thank
you for sharing your life with us and your”
It is possible to
recover from an eating disorder and lead a normal, healthy life.
Charlotte Sandy, a Remuda Ranch alumni, was recently married. She wanted
us to share her story with you. Charlotte writes: “At age 13, I
developed anorexia
and struggled with it for 10 years. After one failed treatment attempt
and multiple relapses, I entered residential treatment for the last time
in November 2009.
That journey included tears, support from my team, and support from new
friends as well. I
met my best friend, Janine, in treatment. Although she is Canadian and
lives 2000 miles away, we have stayed close and have gone through
significant milestones together.
I got married on September 1st to someone whose love I never would have accepted in my eating disorder. Janine was my maid of honor, so in this wedding picture, we took pictures of where everything started for us—with Ensure!
We have made it so far in recovery, and I want to share this picture around to show others that recovery is possible! Nothing is perfect of course, but my life is so different than it was in the darkness of my eating disorder.”
We wish Charlotte the best in her marriage, and we love that her life includes Janine, her recovery friend.
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Eating Disorder Treatment
We
are extremely proud of our medical staff at Remuda Ranch at The
Meadows. Their dedication to patient care and treatment is what makes
the Remuda Ranch at The Meadows such an effective treatment program.
Remuda Ranch at The Meadows
offers an acute level of care as well as inpatient and residential
programming in a safe, nurturing environment. Our treatment is led by
a well-qualified multidisciplinary team that is dedicated to
providing assistance and support 24 hours a day.
Patients who enter our
program can rest assured knowing that they are receiving the best
care possible throughout their stay. During the early phase of
recovery, patients often discover physical and mental health symptoms
for the first time. These symptoms may not be new, but they were
often masked or relieved by the eating disorder. The keen assessment
skills of our nurses and medical staff helps in this early phase and
throughout the course of our patients' treatment.
Dedicated To
Your Care
Remuda Ranch at The Meadows
nursing and medical staff can help individuals suffering eating
disorders discover a higher quality of life. We offer a comprehensive
holistic treatment that focuses on healing all aspects of the mind,
body, and spirit. We invite you to get an accurate diagnosis and
treatment. For additional information about our programs, please call
to speak to an Intake Coordinator at 866-332-0836
or complete the form below and we will contact you with the
information you need.
