Food Addiction Rehabilitation
Reach out now, we can helpFood Addiction: Rehab and Recovery
When a compulsive over-eater has the realisation that their life has become untenable they ask for help. The team of professionals here at Crossroads Recovery Centre acknowledges the severity of an addiction to food. You can be assured that our expert staff has the indispensable experience necessary to assist in your recovery – with about 80% of food addicts making a full recovery.
We know that beating your unhealthy overeating habit can seem tremendously overwhelming. This is why we have created a safe, nurturing environment and step-by-step programme administered by specialists on hand to steer you in the direction of recovery and mental wellness.
Crossroads Recovery Centre can help
We fully comprehend the gravity of addiction at Crossroads Recovery Centre. We offer treatment options that range from detoxification to an intense, inpatient psychotherapeutic programme that carefully addresses the symptoms and causes of addiction. We have the help you need to get better. We have the guidance you need to live a healthy lifestyle. Most of all we want to see you blossom in good health.
FAQs and Answers
- What is food addiction and how does it affect health?
Food addiction is a compulsive pattern of overeating where individuals lose control over their food intake, often leading to emotional distress and serious health issues. It can result in obesity, diabetes, and mental health problems such as anxiety or depression. - What treatment options are available for food addiction in South Africa?
At Crossroads Recovery Centre in Johannesburg and Pretoria, we offer structured inpatient rehabilitation programmes for food addiction. These include detoxification, personalised therapy, and support groups that help individuals regain control and achieve long-term wellness. - Is food addiction rehabilitation covered by South African medical aids?
Yes, most leading medical aids in South Africa recognise food addiction as a treatable condition. Crossroads Recovery Centre works with major medical aid providers such as Discovery Health, Bonitas, and Fedhealth to help you access the support you need. - How long does the food addiction recovery process take?
The duration of treatment can vary based on the severity of the addiction and individual response to therapy. However, most patients benefit from our 28-day residential programme, followed by ongoing outpatient support if required. - Why choose Crossroads Recovery Centre for food addiction treatment in Gauteng?
With treatment centres located in both Johannesburg and Pretoria, Crossroads Recovery Centre offers professional, compassionate care within a safe and nurturing environment. Our team of experienced specialists is dedicated to helping you or your loved one achieve a full recovery from food addiction.
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The road to recovery is not always an easy one but getting yourself or your loved one the best care from the team at Crossroads Recovery Centres provides you with a map to sober, healthy living. No matter how bad things seem, there is hope and it’s just a phone call away.
Stories of Recovery
- The encouragement, love and support from the team at Crossroads allowed me to eventually see that I was worth something - that my life could be turned around and that I could accomplish the things that had long been a forgotten dream.Oliver VGRead more
- On the last day of my stint at Crossroads I could only express gratitude towards all who works there. A wise councillor once commented on my question when one is ready for rehab by explaining that when one is ready for rehab, rehab is ready for you.Johan BRead more
- I was lost and my soul was broken until I ended up at Crossroads and was introduced to the Twelve Steps. With the help of their excellent staff and amazing support I have recently been clean for 18 months, I could not have done it without them!Carla SRead more
- "Just for today I am more than three years in recovery. I have Cross Roads to thank for this wonderful gift. Cross Roads helped me to set a firm foundation in my recovery on which I can continue to build."Angelique JRead more
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