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BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center

New York, NY

SAMHSA Verified Joint Commission Inpatient PHP Dual Dx Telehealth

Inpatient · PHP · Dual Dx · Telehealth center · in New York, NY · Accepts Private · Serves adolescents, seniors.

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About BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center

Located in the heart of New York City, Balance Eating Disorder Treatment provides personalized care for individuals struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and related body image concerns. They offer a full continuum of care including day (PHP), intensive outpatient (IOP), and step-down groups, serving clients aged 14 and older 7 days a week. The day treatment program (PHP) meets Monday through Sunday, offering consistent, structured support.
Treatment integrates individual and group therapy rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). These approaches help clients replace unhelpful thought patterns, develop emotional regulation skills, and build lasting resilience in recovery.
Balance’s flexible scheduling and weekend-only programming allow clients to stay engaged in treatment while maintaining daily life commitments. Programs are offered in small groups of up to 15 clients, promoting meaningful connection and personalized attention in a warm, inclusive environment. Balance is accredited by the Joint Commission, reflecting its commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care.

Classified as multi-setting mental health facility (e.g., non-hospital residential plus either outpatient and/or partial hospitalization/day treatment). private for-profit organization. Primary focus: substance use treatment, mental health treatment.

This listing is sourced from the SAMHSA Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Data last synced: April 2026. Always verify current programs and insurance directly with the facility.

Quick Facts

Programs, populations, and payments verified via SAMHSA.

Level of care
Inpatient · PHP · Dual Dx · Telehealth
Service settings
Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment
Therapy approaches
Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy
Age groups
Children/Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults, Seniors
Special populations
Persons with eating disorders
Recovery supports
Mentoring/peer support
Emergency services
Crisis intervention team
Facility operation
Private for-profit organization

Insurance & Payment Accepted

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Medicaid
Medicare
Private insurance
TRICARE / VA
Self-pay / Cash
Sliding scale

Full list from SAMHSA: Private health insurance; Cash or self-payment

Contact & Location

Address

18 West 21st Street, New York, NY 10010

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Facility direct line

(877) 719-2728

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center accept Medicaid?
SAMHSA data does not list Medicaid among this facility's accepted payment types. Call (877) 719-2728 directly to confirm — coverage may have changed since the last SAMHSA sync. You can also browse other NY centers that accept Medicaid.
What level of care does BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center offer?
This facility offers: Inpatient, PHP, Dual Dx, Telehealth. Service settings include: Outpatient, Partial hospitalization/day treatment. Primary focus: Substance use treatment, Mental health treatment, Treatment for co-occurring substance use plus either serious mental health illness in adults/serious emotional disturbance in children.
Does BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center have specialized programs?
Yes — this facility offers programs for: Persons with eating disorders.
What therapy methods does BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center use?
Evidence-based approaches listed with SAMHSA: Activity therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Cognitive remediation therapy, Couples/family therapy, Dialectical behavior therapy, Group therapy, Integrated Mental and Substance Use Disorder treatment, Individual psychotherapy, Telemedicine/telehealth therapy.
How do I start treatment at BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center?
Call the facility directly at (877) 719-2728 for an intake assessment. Our free 24/7 helpline (+1 (205) 973-2878) can also help you compare programs, verify insurance, and navigate options. No physician referral is required.
Is treatment confidential?
Yes. Federal law (42 CFR Part 2) provides strict confidentiality protections for substance use treatment records — stricter than HIPAA. Records cannot be disclosed without written consent, even to family, employers, or law enforcement.
What happens when you call? (general intake process)

Most treatment centers follow a 4-step intake: (1) confidential assessment — substance history, mental health, insurance, preferences (protected by 42 CFR Part 2); (2) insurance verification — facility contacts your plan to confirm coverage and out-of-pocket costs; (3) level-of-care recommendation — clinical staff match you to detox, residential, PHP, IOP, or outpatient based on severity; (4) admission typically within 24–48 hours. Timing varies by facility and bed availability.

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Sources & References

  • SAMHSA — Behavioral Health Treatment Services Locator. Source of facility programs, services, and accepted payments.
  • SAMHSA — NSDUH, 2023.
  • CMS — Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).
  • 42 CFR Part 2 — Confidentiality of SUD Patient Records.

Facility data last synced: April 2026. Editorial policy.

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