The Kahm Center
Eating Disorder Treatment in Vermont
Our family-run outpatient eating disorder treatment center delivers personalized care, enhanced meal support, and small groups for better therapy outcomes.
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We provide state-of-the-art treatment in a family operated and nurturing environment designed to help you recover and live the full life you were always meant to live. We keep our group sizes small so that treatment is centered on you and real community is formed. We offer unparalleled meal support, and because we can get you nourished faster, therapy works better, and treatment outcomes are improved.
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Welcome to The Kahm Center for Eating Disorders, a Vermont-based practice founded by a mother-and-son team dedicated to revolutionizing eating disorder treatment. Annika, with over 35 years of experience, is a leading expert in the field. She has authored four books and is affiliated with The Academy of Eating Disorders, the National Eating Disorder Association, and the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals.
Recognizing the significant need for comprehensive care in Vermont, Annika and her son, Nick, established our center to provide advanced, compassionate treatment for those struggling with eating disorders. Our approach integrates therapeutic care with a focus on nutritional and metabolic health, acknowledging that effective treatment requires understanding both psychological and physical aspects. By using tools like metabolic testing and body composition analysis—rather than outdated and ineffective measures like body mass index (BMI)—we offer a deeper insight into health that challenges weight stigma and enhances treatment outcomes.
It’s important to note that our body composition analysis is not about body shape or size. Instead, it focuses on internal bodily functions and composition, providing valuable insights that support weight-neutral care. This approach allows us to identify health markers that traditional methods often overlook, ensuring that every client receives the most effective and personalized treatment.
In addition to our commitment to direct patient care, we are also passionate about training other professionals in these advanced methods. Nick, inspired by the success stories he witnessed through Annika’s innovative approach, helped establish our center as a resource for educating and equipping other treatment providers with the skills necessary to implement these groundbreaking techniques.
Our mission is to offer a supportive, structured environment for those who need more than outpatient therapy while also serving as a hub for professional training. We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and believe that our unique approach will lead to meaningful recovery for our clients.
Our Services
IOP for Eating Disorders
Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) for eating disorders is a type of care that provides more intensive treatment than traditional outpatient therapy but does not require 24-hour monitoring like inpatient treatment. IOP can be an effective alternative to inpatient care, particularly for patients who have a lower level of severity or who have completed inpatient treatment and are ready to transition to a less restrictive level of care.
IOP treatment usually consists of 3-hour long sessions 5 days per week depending on each patient’s needs. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, at The Kahm Center we can assist you with professional help. Recovery is possible with the right level of care and support.
PHP for Eating Disorders
Partial hospitalization program (PHP), is a type of treatment that is typically used for patients with eating disorders who do not need to be hospitalized but still require close medical supervision. There are many benefits of PHP treatment for eating disorders, such as intensive treatment while still being able to live at home and go to school or work, gain weight in a safe and controlled environment, and develop healthy coping skills and learn how to manage their disorder in a real-world setting.
PHP treatment usually consists of 5-hour long sessions 5 days per week depending on each patient’s needs. If you or a loved one is in need of this type of treatment, reach out to us at The Kahm Center and we can gladly assist you with the process. We will be able to assess your needs and make recommendations based on your individual situation.
Disorders Treated
Anorexia Nervosa
Anorexia nervosa, is a serious eating disorder marked by an intense fear of weight gain and a distorted body image. This disorder can affect individuals of any body shape or size, often leading to severe psychological distress and significant health risks. In cases known as “atypical anorexia,” the individual may not appear visibly malnourished but still faces poor metabolic health and the effects of weight suppression due to restrictive eating. Anorexia carries profound and life-threatening risks, with the second-highest mortality rate of all mental illnesses.
Binge Eating Disorder
Binge eating disorder involves recurrent episodes of consuming large quantities of food in a short period, accompanied by feelings of guilt and distress. Unlike bulimia nervosa, it does not involve compensatory behaviors or a focus on body shape or size. Despite being the most common eating disorder in the United States, it often goes unnoticed and untreated, making it crucial to seek help for effective recovery.
Bulimia Nervosa
Bulimia nervosa, involves cycles of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors such as purging, excessive exercise, or misuse of laxatives. Individuals with bulimia often struggle with distorted body image and may appear outwardly healthy despite serious internal health risks. This disorder can lead to severe medical complications including electrolyte imbalances, gastrointestinal issues, and dental erosion. The effects of bulimia can be life-threatening, emphasizing the need for comprehensive and compassionate treatment.
ARFID
Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), is an eating disorder characterized by severe restrictions in food intake due to sensory sensitivities, a lack of interest in eating, or concerns about the consequences of eating. Unlike other eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia, ARFID does not typically involve a fear of weight gain. However, it can still lead to significant nutritional deficiencies and impact overall health.
Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders (OSFED)
Other specified feeding or eating disorders (OSFED), includes a range of eating disorders that do not fit the criteria for anorexia or bulimia but still involve significant eating disorder symptoms. This category, formerly known as EDNOS, includes low-frequency binge eating, purging disorder, and night eating syndrome. OSFED can include a variety of presentations and can be just as serious as other eating disorders.
UFED (Unspecified Feeding or Eating Disorder) is used when eating behaviors are causing distress, but there isn’t enough information for a more specific diagnosis.
Orthorexia
Orthorexia although not officially recognized in the DSM-5, is increasingly recognized as an unhealthy obsession with eating “clean” or “healthy” foods. This disorder involves a preoccupation with strict dietary rules and a fear of consuming anything perceived as unhealthy.
Individuals with orthorexia may exhibit obsessive-compulsive behaviors related to food and experience significant distress and impairment in daily life. This intense focus on dietary purity can lead to social isolation and nutritional deficiencies, highlighting the importance of addressing the underlying psychological and behavioral issues.
