Unspecified Feeding or Eating Disorder (UFED) Treatment

When eating disorder symptoms don’t clearly align with a specific diagnosis, it can leave individuals feeling overlooked or misunderstood. At Virtue Recovery Center in Las Vegas, we offer evidence-based treatment for Unspecified Feeding or Eating Disorder (UFED), helping clients find clarity, connection, and recovery. Whether your symptoms are emerging or complex, our compassionate team is here to guide your healing journey with personalized care.

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What is UFED?

UFED—Unspecified Feeding or Eating Disorder—is a clinical diagnosis used when someone has significant disordered eating patterns that don’t fully match traditional categories like anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder. These symptoms are still serious and can impact physical health, emotional wellbeing, and daily life.

Common signs may include:

Irregular eating habits
Intense anxiety around food or weight
Avoidance of meals
Disordered thoughts about body image
Compensatory behaviors like purging or restriction

At Virtue Recovery Center, we recognize that just because your diagnosis is “unspecified” doesn’t mean your struggle is undefined. You deserve support—and recovery is possible.

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Individual Therapy for UFED

Every person’s experience with UFED is unique. That’s why our licensed therapists create personalized treatment plans tailored to your emotional, physical, and psychological needs. Using evidence-based methods like:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Mindfulness-Based Interventions
Trauma-Informed Approaches

You’ll work 1:1 with a therapist to uncover the root causes of disordered eating, build new coping strategies, and reconnect with your body in a healthier way.

Residential Treatment for UFED in Las Vegas

Our Las Vegas residential facility provides 24-hour care for individuals who need structured support to stabilize and recover. Here, clients receive:

Daily individual and group therapy
Supervised, balanced meals
Psychiatric evaluations and medication management
Nutritional counseling with registered dietitians
Holistic therapies like art, yoga, and movement

This immersive environment fosters healing, connection, and long-term recovery from disordered eating.

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Family Support and Education

Eating disorders affect more than just the individual—they impact entire families. That’s why we include family therapy and education as part of your treatment.

Our program helps families:

Understand the nature of UFED
Rebuild trust and communication
Set healthy boundaries and routines
Provide lasting support post-treatment

Whether you’re local to Las Vegas or out of state, family inclusion is a core part of recovery at Virtue Recovery Center.

Healing Trauma and UFED Together

Many individuals with UFED have experienced past trauma that contributes to their relationship with food and body image. Our trauma-informed care model ensures that all treatment is delivered through a lens of safety, compassion, and empowerment.

We integrate:

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Somatic Experiencing
Inner child and parts work
Relapse prevention strategies

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We Accommodate Different Diets

At Virtue Recovery Center, we recognize that every individual has unique dietary preferences and nutritional needs. To ensure that all our clients feel supported and nourished during their recovery journey, we proudly accommodate a wide range of diets. Whether you follow a vegan, vegetarian, Mediterranean, gluten-free, or any other specific dietary lifestyle, our team is dedicated to providing meals that meet your requirements while supporting your health and well-being.

Vegan Diet

For those following a vegan diet, we offer a variety of plant-based meals that are both nutritious and satisfying. Our culinary team works closely with nutritionists to ensure that all vegan options are rich in essential nutrients, providing balanced meals without any animal products.

Vegetarian Diet

If you adhere to a vegetarian diet, our menu includes a wide range of plant-based dishes that incorporate dairy and eggs, depending on your preferences. We focus on creating meals that are flavorful, varied, and nutritionally complete to support your recovery.

Gluten-Free Diet

For individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, we provide a gluten-free diet that excludes all forms of gluten. Our team ensures that all meals are safe and delicious, featuring gluten-free grains like rice and quinoa, as well as naturally gluten-free foods.

Low-Carb Diet

For individuals following a low-carb diet, we offer meals that limit carbohydrate intake while emphasizing protein and healthy fats. Our low-carb menu is designed to help with weight management and blood sugar control without sacrificing taste.

Pescetarian Diet

If you follow a pescetarian diet, we provide a variety of seafood options complemented by fresh vegetables, grains, and legumes. Our pescetarian meals offer high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids to support your nutritional needs.

Keto Diet

If you follow a ketogenic (keto) diet, we offer low-carb, high-fat meals that help maintain ketosis. Our keto-friendly dishes are carefully crafted to provide the necessary macronutrient balance while delivering delicious and satisfying meals.

Paleo Diet

The paleo diet emphasizes whole, unprocessed foods, excluding grains, dairy, and legumes. Our paleo menu includes lean meats, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds, offering meals that align with the principles of the paleo lifestyle.

Carnivore Diet

For those on a carnivore diet, we focus on high-quality animal-based proteins, including meats, poultry, and fish. Our menu is designed to meet the specific requirements of a carnivore diet while ensuring that your meals are satisfying and nutritious.

FAQs About UFED & Treatment

Is UFED dangerous?

Yes—UFED can lead to serious health risks, malnutrition, and mental health decline if left untreated.

Can UFED develop into anorexia or bulimia?

In many cases, UFED evolves into a more defined disorder if early intervention isn’t provided.

What treatments are used at Virtue Recovery Center?

We use a holistic blend of therapy, medical care, nutritional counseling, and trauma support.

Do you accept insurance?

Yes, we work with most insurance plans and provide free verification.

Where is treatment located?

Our UFED treatment program is located in Las Vegas, Nevada, with residential and outpatient options.

Do you treat teens or adults?

Our Las Vegas facility treats adults (18+) for UFED and other eating disorders. We also have a sister location in Las Vegas that treats adolescents and teens ages 11-17.

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Glossary of Key Terms in UFED Treatment

UFED

Unspecified Feeding or Eating Disorder (UFED) is a diagnosis given when someone shows serious eating disorder symptoms that don’t meet the exact criteria for another condition. It is just as valid and serious as other eating disorders.

Diagnostic Criteria

Diagnostic criteria are the official guidelines used by clinicians to determine if someone meets the standard definition of a disorder. UFED applies when symptoms cause significant distress but don’t fully match another diagnosis.

Subclinical Symptoms

Subclinical symptoms are signs of an eating disorder that fall below the full threshold needed for a diagnosis like anorexia or bulimia. Even at this level, the symptoms can be harmful and require treatment.

Clinical Significance

Clinical significance means that symptoms are severe enough to impact health, daily functioning, or emotional wellbeing. In UFED, behaviors may not meet a specific category but are still clinically significant.

OSFED vs. UFED

OSFED (Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder) is used when symptoms are present but don’t fit neatly into one category, and the clinician specifies the reason. UFED is used when the clinician does not provide further specification.

Eating Disorder Spectrum

The eating disorder spectrum refers to the wide range of disordered eating behaviors and thoughts, from mild to severe. UFED is part of this spectrum and can shift into another diagnosis over time if untreated.

Restrictive Behaviors

Restrictive behaviors include skipping meals, cutting out food groups, or eating very little overall. These behaviors may appear in UFED without reaching the full severity of anorexia nervosa.

Compensatory Behaviors

Compensatory behaviors are actions taken to offset food intake, such as purging, fasting, or excessive exercise. In UFED, these may occur but not frequently enough to meet another eating disorder’s diagnostic threshold.

Co-Occurring Disorders

Many people with UFED also experience conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma. Addressing co-occurring disorders is crucial for effective treatment and recovery.

Relapse Prevention

Relapse prevention focuses on helping clients maintain progress, recognize early warning signs, and avoid returning to harmful eating patterns. For UFED, this is especially important since symptoms may shift or evolve over time.