Rebekah Bardwell

Eating Disorders have the highest mortality rate of any other psychiatric illness (aside from the recent increase of opioid related deaths). Eating Disorders are not a choice or a “phase” and typically do not get better without the help of an eating disorder professional, as well as other multidisciplinary team members (dietitians, prescribers, medical doctors).

Research shows that the highest probability for improved attention, impulsivity and frustration tolerance come from using a combination of talk therapy and psychopharmaceutical interventions. Our clinicians are comfortable working with children, adults and families on assessing attention/behavior needs and providing individualized treatment plan with clear and measurable interventions. Bardwell Behavioral also offers counseling and other

Unresolved and/or complicated trauma can lead to the development of an Acute Stress Disorder or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder impacting your ability to function at work, home and/or socially and result in depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, eating disorders and/or substance abuse, among many other difficult life experiences.  According to The National Institute of Mental Health,

What if there was less stigma surrounding seeking support for mental well-being? What if it was expected that everyone have a therapeutic evaluation in the way it’s encouraged for everyone to see a Primary Care Physician (PCP)?

No one wakes up one day and thinks to themselves, “I think I’m going to become an addict today!” Substance Use Disorders often begin with folks using substances to simply feel “better” – to numb pervasive physical and/or emotional pain and over time, their substance use is uncontrolled despite