For Invididuals

What to Expect at Compassionate Healing Institute

 

Compassionate, Evidence-Based Care for Anxiety, OCD, and Eating Disorders

in South Florida and all PsyPact States

 

Taking the first step toward help can feel overwhelming — but at Compassionate Healing Institute (CHI), we’re here to make it easier. Our process is designed to help you feel informed, supported, and confident every step of the way. Whether you’re seeking help for OCD, an eating disorder, anxiety or related conditions you’ll receive specialized, integrated care grounded in compassion and clinical excellence.

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Step-by-Step Process: Your Treatment Journey

 

Step 1: Free 15-Minute Phone Consultation

 

Your journey begins with a complimentary phone consultation with one of our clinicians or intake specialists.

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This call is a safe, no-pressure opportunity to:

• Share a brief overview of what’s been going on

• Learn more about our approach to OCD, anxiety, and eating disorder treatment

• Ask questions about therapy options, or fees

• Determine whether CHI is the right fit for your needs

 

We’ll also discuss logistics like scheduling, clinician availability, and whether a higher level of care (such as an intensive outpatient or residential program) might be more appropriate based on your current symptoms.

 

If we’re a good fit, we’ll schedule your Intake Evaluation and send you secure forms to complete online. If your needs fall outside our scope, we’ll connect you with trusted referrals in the South Florida area — because our goal is to get you the right care, even if it’s not with us.

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Step 2: Comprehensive Intake Evaluation

 

Your first in-person or telehealth session is a 60-minute comprehensive assessment focused on understanding you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis.

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During this evaluation, your clinician will:

• Explore your history with any presenting concerns including anxiety, OCD, and/or eating or body-related concerns

• Ask about your daily routines, triggers, and goals for recovery

• Review your medical and nutrition background (if applicable)

• Identify any urgent safety or medical concerns that may require medical or nutritional stabilization

• Use brief symptom questionnaires to help measure progress over time

 

This stage helps us determine whether our traditional outpatient or intensive program best fits your needs. If appropriate, you may also meet with our Registered Dietitian, who specializes in disordered eating and food-related anxiety, for a parallel nutritional assessment.

 

By the end of your intake process, you’ll have a clear understanding of your treatment recommendations, next steps, and a personalized plan to move forward safely and effectively.

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Step 3: Collaborative Treatment Planning

 

Once initial assessment is complete, your clinician will meet with you to deliver a personalized treatment plan and recommendations for treatment structure tailored to your unique needs and goals. Together, we’ll:

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• Identify specific therapy goals and milestones

• Discuss recommended modalities, such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), or nutrition therapy

• Clarify session frequency, estimated length of treatment, and any between-session work

 

You’ll leave this step knowing exactly what to expect — and that your care plan is collaborative, flexible, and centered around you.

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Step 4: Active Treatment Phase

 

This is where progress takes root. You’ll meet with your therapist weekly (or multiple times per week for intensive clients) to build new skills, face fears, and practice recovery-oriented behaviors.

Treatment may include:

• ERP sessions to reduce anxiety-driven rituals, compulsions and avoidance

• CBT tools to reframe thinking errors or self-critical thoughts

• Meal support and nutrition exposure work to rebuild confidence with food

• Values-based work and relapse prevention strategies to sustain long-term recovery

 

If multiple providers are involved in your care, we’ll coordinate closely to ensure a consistent and integrated approach.

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Step 5: Adjusting Intensity When Needed

 

Recovery isn’t linear, and that’s okay. Treatment at Compassionate Healing Institute includes ongoing evaluation, allowing your clinician to monitor progress and adjust the treatment structure as needed. These adjustments may include modifying your current plan or, when appropriate, recommending a higher level of care to best support your safety, recovery, and long-term success.

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If you’re making consistent progress, we may gradually reduce frequency to foster independence and long-term confidence.​

 

Step 6: Review, Taper, and Aftercare

 

As your goals are met, your clinician will help you develop a maintenance plan to prevent relapse and sustain progress.

You’ll receive:

• A summary of your progress and key coping tools

• Guidance for managing future stressors or triggers

• Optional check-in or “booster” sessions for continued support

 

Our goal is for you to leave treatment feeling empowered, grounded, and confident in your ability to maintain the changes you’ve worked so hard for.

 

 What You Can Expect from Us

• Evidence-based, compassionate treatment tailored to your needs

• Transparent, collaborative communication

• Coordination with dietitians, physicians, or psychiatrists when appropriate

• A safe, inclusive space that honors your pace and personal goals

 

What We Ask of You

• Bring openness and curiosity — you don’t have to be “ready,” just willing

• Practice honesty about what’s working and what feels hard

• Try your best with exposures and between-session practice

• Let us know if something feels off — we’ll adjust together

 

Preparing for Your First Appointment

• Complete your pre-intake paperwork

• If available, share recent lab results or medical notes

• Write down any questions or goals you’d like to discuss

• Come as you are — nervous, hopeful, or unsure — we’ll meet you there

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Ready to Begin?

 

If you’re looking for OCD treatment, eating disorder therapy, or anxiety counseling in South Florida, Compassionate Healing Institute is here to help you take the next step toward healing.

 

Serving Coral Springs, Boca Raton, greater South Florida and online in all PsyPact states.