What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder? Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a disorder in which someone is extremely concerned with appearance and imagines extreme defects on their body. In some cases,… Read More
Rehabilitation Blog Posts by Casa Palmera Staff
Bigorexia:How Big Is Big Enough?
What is Bigorexia? Bigorexia is a disorder in which a person constantly worries about appearing too small and weak looking. Those with bigorexia suffer from the opposite problem of someone… Read More
Anemia: Another Complication of Anorexia
What is Anemia? Anemia occurs when the body’s red blood cell (RBC) count is low. This can be due to either the body’s inability to make new red blood cells,… Read More
Spiritual Well-Being
What is Spiritual Well-Being? Spiritual well-being is an integral part of mental, emotional and physical health. It is considered to be a primary coping resource on the journey of recovery… Read More
Shiatsu Acupressure Therapy
What is Shiatsu Acupressure Therapy? Acupressure is a Traditional Chinese Medicine method of bodywork involving the application of pressure to specific body points. Acupuncture and acupressure use the same points… Read More
Meditation Therapy
What is Reflective Meditation Therapy? Reflective meditation therapy is defined as the tranquil period in which the body is at rest and the mind is still highly alert. This ancient… Read More
Healing Touch Therapy
What is Healing Touch Therapy? Healing touch therapy is a gentle energy-based therapy that emphasizes heart-centered care and compassionate healing intention. The technique uses gentle, non-invasive touch to influence and… Read More
Experiential Therapy
What is Experiential Therapy? Experiential therapy is a tool for exploring relationships and connections with others during eating disorder treatment, trauma therapy and drug rehab. Experiential therapy blends therapies like… Read More
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is recognized as being an extremely effective form of therapy. This type of therapy is probably the most widely utilized in… Read More
Client Centered Therapy
What is Client Centered Therapy? Addictions such as alcoholism and eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia are treated with medical and psychological therapies so that healing is long-term and comprehensive…. Read More
