The Montreal General offers programs that treat the full range of eating disorders, i.e., anorexia, bulimia, compulsive eating and obesity. Available for those who are 16 years or older, there is generally no waiting list and no special referral is necessary. There is a fee for their services, although private insurance is accepted and a sliding scale based on one s ability to pay is available. For those diagnosed with anorexia and bulimia, individual therapy is provided on an outpatient basis. Although eclectic in its overall approach, many of the techniques used are based in cognitive behavioural therapy.
Obesity is treated in a group setting, with a long-term commitment.
Also using CBT techniques, the Montreal General offers a 10-week program in a group setting that focuses on compulsive eating.