 Mercy offers the only comprehensive in-patient and day treatment program for eating disorders in Maine.
Staffed by experienced nurses, therapists, nutritionists, and physicians, the Eating Disorders Program offers a unique balance of inpatient and day treatment services to meet our client's needs. Family therapy is available and support and education for family members is a critical component of treatment.
For more information or to schedule an assessment, please call 879-3795.
Getting Help
The first step is making a phone call. Our intake coordinator or a clinical staff member can answer questions during usual working hours. An assessment may be scheduled with a therapist who will explore your treatment options with you.
Treatment for Anorexia and Bulimia Nervosa
All our patients receive the following services:
- Medical assessment and stabilization
- Nutritional assessment and management
- Normalized eating
- Psychiatric evaluation and treatment
- Medical evaluation and management
- Family therapy
- Recreation therapy, including body image group
- Individual and group psychotherapy
- Spiritual counseling
Inpatient Care
Patients spend the night at Mercy Hospital until able to participate in partial hospitalization.
Partial Hospitalization Program
This intensive, non-residential program is offered Monday through Friday for people who are medically stable. Participants attend a 12-hour day program including all meals and snacks. The Partial Hospitalization Program gives patients the opportunity to practice the recovery skills they have learned in a supportive environment.
Our Intensive Outpatient Program is an individually designed program as a step down for people who have been
in the partial hospitalization program. This level of care is accessed via the partial
hospitalization program. The focus of treatment in IOP is transitioning from partial
hospitalization issues to early recovery relapse prevention.
Medical Directory
Patrice Lockhart, ME, is the Medical Director of the New England Eating Disorders Program. As a
psychiatrist, Dr. Lockhart brings a wealth of knowledge of psychotherapy, medication management, and the
spectrum of medical problems which coexist with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa eating disorder NOS.
Program Manager
Paul Puchalski, LCSW, DCSW, is the Program Manager of the New England Eating Disorders Program. Paul
has worked with the New England Eating Disorders Program since 1988 at Westbrook Community Hospital and as
the Program Manager since 1993. Mr. Puchalski brings significant clinical experience to both
individual and group settings. He has been instrumental in applying a Best Practices approach to
all aspects of patient care.
Discovery Group
Mercy Hospital sponsors a recovery focused, peer-led community support group for people with eating
disorders. This group meets every Saturday from 10-11 a.m. in the Upper Auditorium. Clinical
staff from the program provide regular consultation. Call 879-3795 for more information.
Insurance and Fees
Most insurance providers and Medicaid cover treatment. Please contact your insurance company about the details of your mental health benefits. If your benefits include a managed care component, you will need pre-authorization for assessment and treatment. Please check with your insurance provider regarding this issue. Our staff are always willing to assist you.
The New England Eating Disorders Program is located at:
Mercy Hospital
144 State Street
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 879-3795
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