Center for Change

1790 N State Orem, UT 84057

Top 10 Rehab In Orem

About Center for Change

Located in the heart of Orem, Utah, the Center for Change is more than just an eating disorder treatment center. It’s a place where individuals find hope, healing and a path forward. Specializing in the treatment of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder, the Center for Change also provides comprehensive support for those facing co-occurring mental health challenges and substance use disorders.

Recognizing the deep connections between disordered eating and addiction, the Center for Change takes a holistic multidisciplinary approach to help patients rebuild both their bodies and their lives.

Treating the Whole Person

Center for Change offers residential treatment, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. This ensures that every individual receives the level of care that best supports their needs. Upon admission, each patient undergoes a comprehensive evaluation, including medical, psychiatric and nutritional assessment to craft a treatment plan that’s tailored to their unique situation. With a team of licensed therapists, dietitians, psychiatrists, nurses and therapists, each patient gets care that’s personalized to their full needs.

A Place for Healing in Orem, Utah

A critical part of the healing process at Center for Change is structured supervised meals and nutritional counseling. Many people who have eating disorders experience a lot of fear and anxiety around food. The Center for Change has a large team of registered dietitians to work closely alongside patients to help rebuild balanced relationships with eating. There are also self-esteem workshops, body image support and 12-step recovery groups to help with your recovery efforts.

Beyond the clinical setting, Center for Change emphasizes mind-body healing through experiential therapies like yoga, movement therapy and art therapy. Access to these therapies provide alternative ways for patients to process emotions and reconnect with themselves. Those who struggle with substance abuse alongside their eating disorder receive additional support through specialized relapse prevention groups and individualized addiction counseling.

Latest Reviews

kara h

2 months ago on Google

This center is located amid beautiful mountain range, the facility is clean and comfortable, and the staff are kind and professional. The program, however, is not very helpful in recovery. I observed many patients return to treatment time after time, and others remain in the same stuck spot while in patient. Their Eating disorders were almost reinforced by allowing certain behaviors to continue and such behaviors had a negative impact on other patients. after I discharged, I did not hear a single thing from the center. It would have been nice to have some follow up resources and support .i was quite disappointed this was not the case

Response from the owner2 months ago

Hi, Kara. Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. We'd like to follow up with you directly so that we can further address them. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting https://centerforchange.com/contact-cfc/. We hope to hear from you soon.

Susan Miller-Cochran

5 months ago on Google

Our teenage daughter has been in treatment here for a month in the residential adolescent unit. It has been challenging for all of us, but the education available for both the family and the patient are outstanding and have helped us support her recovery and prepare for her return home. The staff have been very communicative, and we appreciate that we ve been able to talk with her daily. Going to treatment was largely her choice, and I think that has made a significant difference. Also, the teachers at Cascade Mountain HS are incredible, and she has felt like she s keeping up with school work, which eases her anxiety.The rules were very challenging at first, and none of us understood why they were in place. That s probably the case for most families doing this for the first time. Give yourself a few weeks to learn; it will make more sense. You just need to make it through that early transition.I can t emphasize enough if your loved one needs support to overcome an ED, don t hesitate. And you can rest assured they ll be in good hands at CFC.

Response from the owner3 weeks ago

Hi, Susan. Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback with us! Kind words such as these are held very dear to our hearts, so we will be sure to pass your comments along. We hope you and your daughter are doing well, and thank you again!

Jillian Rigert

5 months ago on Google

Went here in 2016, and they couldn't take care of my medical needs which were symptoms common for someone with AN. It was devastating to me as it took a lot of courage to seek out care, and I flew in from NC. I ended up being transferred to a medical hospital and left there, which didn't have ED treatment. Hope things got better, but word of caution in case it has not.

Response from the owner3 weeks ago

Hi, Jillian. Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. We'd appreciate the opportunity to discuss them with you in more detail directly. Should you wish to speak with a representative in more detail, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.centerforchange.com/contact-us/. Thank you again.

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Other Forms of Payment

Private insurance refers to any kind of healthcare coverage that isn't from the state or federal government. This includes individual and family plans offered by an employer or purchased from the Insurance Marketplace. Every plan will have different requirements and out of pocket costs so be sure to get the full details before you start treatment.

Self-pay involves paying for treatment out of your own pocket. You can use savings or credit, get a personal loan, or receive help from family and friends to fund your treatment. If you don't have insurance or your insurance plan doesn't cover a specific program, self-pay can help ensure you still get the care you need.

Military members, veterans, and eligible dependents have access to specific insurance programs that help them get the care they need. TRICARE and VA insurance can help you access low cost or no cost addiction and mental health treatment. Programs that accept military insurance often have targeted treatment focused on the unique challenges military members, veterans, and their families face.

Addiction Treatments

Levels of Care

Inpatient

Residential treatment programs are those that offer housing and meals in addition to substance abuse treatment. Rehab facilities that offer residential treatment allow patients to focus solely on recovery, in an environment totally separate from their lives. Some rehab centers specialize in short-term residential treatment (a few days to a week or two), while others solely provide treatment on a long-term basis (several weeks to months). Some offer both, and tailor treatment to the patient's individual requirements.

24-Hour Clinical Care

At certain points in the recovery process, it's important to have support available 24/7. 24-hour clinical care offers a safe environment in which to recover from drug or alcohol addiction in peace, knowing medical detox and other treatment will happen with professionals on hand.

Intensive Outpatient

Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) are for those who want or need a very structured treatment program but who also wish to live at home and continue with certain responsibilities (such as work or school). IOP substance abuse treatment programs vary in duration and intensity, and certain outpatient rehab centers will offer individualized treatment programs.

Outpatient

Outpatient Programs (OP) are for those seeking mental rehab or drug rehab, but who also stay at home every night. The main difference between outpatient treatment (OP) and intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) lies in the amount of hours the patient spends at the facility. Most of the time an outpatient program is designed for someone who has completed an inpatient stay and is looking to continue their growth in recovery. Outpatient is not meant to be the starting point, it is commonly referred to as aftercare.

Partial Hospitalization Program

A partial hospitalization program (PHP) is a short-term form of intensive rehab, usually for those with acute symptoms that are hard to manage but don’t require 24-hour care. PHPs have structured programming (i.e. individual and/or group therapy), and usually meet 3-5 days a week for around 6 hours (i.e. 9am-3m). Some PHPs are residential (patients sleep on site) and some are not, so patients sleep at home. PHPs can last from 1-6 months, and some offer transportation and meals.

Treatments

Substance rehabs focus on helping individuals recover from substance abuse, including alcohol and drug addiction (both illegal and prescription drugs). They often include the opportunity to engage in both individual as well as group therapy.

Programs

Young Adult Program

Young adulthood can be an exciting, yet difficult, time of transition. Individuals in their late teens to mid-20s face unique stressors related to school, jobs, families, and social circles, which can lead to a rise in substance use. Rehab centers with dedicated young adult programs will include activities and amenities that cater to this age group, with an emphasis on specialized counseling, peer socialization, and ongoing aftercare.

Clinical Services

Eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and dysfunctional eating patterns. Many psychologists and other mental health professionals consider eating disorders to be food addictions, meaning food is being used in an addictive way (similar to drug or alcohol addiction). Certain substance abuse treatment programs will have treatment for eating disorders as one of the services offered. An eating disorder may also present as a co-occuring disorder or dual diagnosis alongside drug and alcohol addiction.

Research clearly demonstrates that recovery is far more successful and sustainable when loved ones like family members participate in rehab and substance abuse treatment. Genetic factors may be at play when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, as well as mental health issues. Family dynamics often play a critical role in addiction triggers, and if properly educated, family members can be a strong source of support when it comes to rehabilitation.

Group therapy is any therapeutic work that happens in a group (not one-on-one). There are a number of different group therapy modalities, including support groups, experiential therapy, psycho-education, and more. Group therapy involves treatment as well as processing interaction between group members.

In individual therapy, a patient meets one-on-one with a trained psychologist or counselor. Therapy is a pivotal part of effective substance abuse treatment, as it often covers root causes of addiction, including challenges faced by the patient in their social, family, and work/school life.

Nutrition therapy, aka medical nutrition therapy (MNT), is a way of treating physical, emotional, and medical conditions through diet. Specific dietary plans are designed by professional nutritionists or registered dietitians, and patients follow them in order to positively affect their physical and mental health.

Amenities

Private Setting
Hiking

Staff & Accreditations

Staff

Nicole Hawkins, PhD, CEDS-C, Licensed Psychologist

CEO

Holly Torricelli, MSN, BSN, NP, CNM

Director of Nursing

Rebekah Cook, RD, CD, CEDS-C

Clinical Nutrition Director

Ali Booth, LCSW

PHP & IOP Clinical Director

Shauna Cavalli, MA, LCMHC

Inpatient Clinical Director

Larry Jeffs LMFT

Director of Clinical Services

Julie B. Clark, PhD, Licensed Psychologist

Clinical Director of Experiential and Education Programs & Outpatient Clinical Director

Reid Robison, MD

Medical Director

Accreditations

The Joint Commission, formerly known as JCAHO, is a nonprofit organization that accredits rehab organizations and programs. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commision's mission is to improve the quality of patient care and demonstrating the quality of patient care.

Joint Commission Accreditation: Yes
Accreditation Number: 172228

LegitScript has reviewed Center for Change as part of their certification program, and has determined that it meets the LegitScript standards for legality, safety and transparency.

LegitScript verified in November 2019

State Licenses are permits issued by government agencies that allow rehab organizations to conduct business legally within a certain geographical area. Typically, the kind of program a rehab facility offers, along with its physical location, determines which licenses are required to operate legally.

State License: Utah

Contact Information

(888) 224-8250

Website

1790 N State
Orem, UT 84057

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Reviews of Center for Change

3.7/5 (100 reviews)

Google Reviews

3.7 (100 reviews)

June Jourdan

5 days ago

I was admitted to Center for Change (CFC) in Orem, Utah when I was 15 years old. I am now 17 turning 18 next month, and more than a year has passed since I left. Despite the time that has gone by, the pain and trauma I carry from my time there still haunt me. I had another nightmare about CFC just last night. These dreams are frequent and vivid, and they speak to just how deeply this place affected me. If you are considering this center for your child or loved one, I beg you to think again. My time at CFC felt like a slow erosion of my spirit. Days blurred together. We were hardly ever allowed outside, and inside, we were offered little to no meaningful activities. Most days, people slept just to pass the time. There was little stimulation, and very few coping tools available. Card games were one of the only sources of mild distraction—certainly not enough to help someone navigate the emotional weight of recovery. Support from staff and therapists was minimal. I often felt invisible, like no one saw me as a human being. I remember feeling like I was losing my autonomy, my voice, and my hope. I would cry, beg to be let out, and no one really listened. Being “in trouble” meant potentially losing your already limited contact with family and friends, which only deepened the feeling of isolation. What scared me the most were the freakouts—moments where I felt like I had reached my breaking point. The environment left me feeling like I was on the edge of sanity. And the few small “rewards” we were offered—only accessible by leveling up through a rigid behavioral system—felt like crumbs. For someone who thrives on creativity, freedom, or even the simple joy of being outdoors, CFC is suffocating. If you struggle with boredom, stagnancy, or need a sense of adventure and life to stay mentally afloat, this place can crush you. One particularly alarming incident stands out: a razor was found left in another patient’s room. That should never have happened in a place that claims to prioritize safety and healing. CFC didn’t give me the tools I needed to get better. It gave me trauma. It made me feel less human. And while I survived, I still carry the damage. I wish I had been placed anywhere else. This review is not written out of spite. It’s written from pain and the hope that it might save someone else from going through the same experience. No kid should ever feel like they’re losing their will to live in a place that’s supposed to help them heal. Please, do your research. Listen to the voices of former patients. Sometimes what looks like treatment is actually just a deeper wound. — A Former Patient

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Shauna Cavalli

3 weeks ago

The Center for Change truly changed my life—but I won’t pretend it was easy. In fact, treatment is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. There were rules, structure, and accountability that felt overwhelming at times—but I now understand they were exactly what I needed to start healing. The staff was firm when necessary, but always kind, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. They created a safe environment where I could be vulnerable even on my worst days. The therapy, meal support, and sense of community helped me face things I never thought I could. I’ve seen some reviews mention punishments or consequences during treatment. From my perspective—both as a former patient and now as an employee—I can say with confidence that nothing is done to be harsh or mean. Everything is structured to support recovery, not control or punish. The goal is always to help separate the individual from their eating disorder, even when that means holding difficult boundaries. It’s done with care, intention, and a deep understanding of what true healing takes. Now, as someone who works here, I have the unique privilege of seeing this life-changing care from both sides. I can personally vouch for the integrity and dedication of the team. It’s not just a job for anyone here—it’s a mission, and that heart is felt in everything we do. The Center for Change continues to be a place of hope and transformation, and I’m honored to be a part of it.

It means the world to us that you took time out of your day to leave us this great feedback. Thank you!

Paige Lee

CFC turned my life around. It has been a year and a half since I discharged and my entire life has improved. I never readmitted. I never had a major relapse. When I went through major surgery and was at risk of relapsing they gave me outpatient short term support. They helped me find my path. They gave me hope for the future again. I had had multiple suicide attempts in the months leading up to admitting to CFC. Since discharging, I can genuinely say I am happy and glad I'm alive. I am not in therapy anymore. I have my psychiatrist and my regular doctor I visit occasionally for medical needs, but mostly I just live life. I go hiking, I have picnics, I wear dresses, I go swimming, I started dating again and found my long-term girlfriend, and I don't care what my body looks like. I am genuinely happy to be alive. Thank you Center for Change. You truly changed my life.

Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us! Compliments such as these are held very dear to our hearts. We’re currently working on a staff recognition campaign and would like to share your kind words with our community. If we may include your anonymous feedback, please fill out the following form by visiting https://ebgw.short.gy/CenterforChange. Thank you again for sharing your thoughtful comments with us.

maddie andersen

4 weeks ago

staff was kind for the most part but i feel like it was definitely more directed towards anorexia which was frustrating for a lot of people. also staff only applies certain rules to certain people and others were often rewarded for bad behavior. there were girls exercising (in a "sneaky" way) in the common room who staff ignored and a girl who caused so much chaos they basically just gave her phone back at any minor inconvenience. most of the staff was really great tho. in the end if you are there to work on yourself, you can get a lot out of it but if not, it can be really triggering and unhelpful.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us these kind comments. We'd like to learn more about any concerns you may have. At your convenience, please provide us with your contact information by visiting https://centerforchange.com/contact-cfc/. We hope to hear from you soon.

Jacquelyn Smithee

1 month ago

UPDATE: the admissions director reached out to me and very sincerely explained, apologized, and asked how they could do better going forward. I have worked with her for all the years I have been there and she has always been wonderful, kind, and sensitive to people’s situations. I think there was some miscommunication due to so many moving parts which I honestly can understand and maybe one employee feeling a little salty the day I was called and another employee feeling overwhelmed while packinguu me (there are tons of employees so lots of opportunity to occasionally encounter someone having a bad day). They thought I chose to leave that day but I was told I had to until after I packed when they asked when. I genuinely feel like they took my perspective into account and that they really will do better. They didn’t ask me to take down or edit my review either. They genuinely felt bad that I felt that way which shows me they really do care about patients and are trying when they know there is an issue. So definitely reach out to let them know how something is affecting you or how you are feeling because so many more employees really do actually care. The experience this time was really poor but I genuinely think that they are going to avoid those errors in the future if possible. I have been to this center many times as it is the closest thing to my home. Much of the staff is wonderful and my therapist is the best I’ve ever had and truly cares about you and I know the company was started with great intentions but after my last experience, I do not feel I can recommend them any more as a company. They really care about you going to get treatment— but only as deeply as your wallet goes. That has been demonstrated repeatedly to me to be the priority. I was very hurt to find that they really don’t care about you if there is any kind of issue with payment. What happened in my situation is that my husband moved jobs and so we extended insurance through Cobra. The Cobra management company had every issue imaginable but promised once it was resolved insurance would be retroactive for this month. The center did wait 2 and a half weeks to their credit (not without bothering me and stressing me out over it several times) and then discharged me still relying on a feeding tube at 27 weeks pregnant claiming the bs that “it was unethical to keep billing me”. To me, it felt like they just were scared they wouldn’t get paid and they didn’t want to make it sound like it was as unethical as it honestly was. Can you imagine if any other hospital did that? I was also told to not tell other patients the truth of why I was being sent home which didn’t sit well with me. The check we sent to the cobra company finally cleared this morning at 2 am and the insurance company is being notified. They said that it was a prior authorization issue but they can retroactively bill that just fine if they can prove it was medically necessary. I think the kicker and reason I typed this was that the first time their company decided to contact me from discharge (my therapist did check in with me on her own and I greatly appreciate that) was to remind me of my outpatient appointment but not without making sure to let me know that if my insurance didn’t show active that morning, that I would be responsible for paying the full $120 before going upstairs. They made sure that I knew that was the most important thing and were pretty insensitive about emphasizing it. Didn’t care how I was doing or even if I showed. I’m now sobbing. Insurance will be active. I’m not worried about that. Just how I’ve been treated.

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Ella Cucci

i went here in 2019 and was so mistreated. I was 16 and 17 and I had ARFIDS and they did not treat me for that. They forced me to get a feeding tube even though i was trying to eat and throwing up because i went from low calorie intake to 2500 in less than a month. I had to go to another center shortly after because they did absolutely nothing.

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Phoenix Peterson

***Updated I’ve been working with CFC for almost 5 years at all levels of care. I’ve had a large variety of experiences throughout my time there. The program here is pretty strict and works well for many of the neurotypical individuals that I have known from the program. They have a great variety of groups and they are making efforts to make menus for those who have celiac disease, ARFID and other complications. It’s not perfect and they are making great efforts. Their CEO is very involved in new research and is passionate about her work. Now, in my personal story, I’ve had good and bad experiences. I love their music group and my therapist is great. However my last two stays in 24 hour care were miserable. I’ve run into issues with some staff members entertaining stories that were spread about me without having the full facts. I also really struggled being misunderstood as a person who is neurodivergent. I feel most staff are not equipped with skills to help a neurodivergent person in crisis. As far as the therapy groups go, there are some that are very engaging and a number that are helpful, some could definitely use some work. I was not a fan of their ACT or Eating disorder 101 groups. For accommodations/ housing, they do their best to keep it clean, it’s not perfect but it’s pretty good. Their maintenance crew is excellent. They tend to respond to issues as quickly as they can. A few other things about CFC: They are working hard to be understanding of pronouns They offer PHP housing They have heavy undertones of the local religion They do outings They allow visits again

Hi, Phoenix. Thank you for sharing your concerns with us. We'd appreciate the opportunity to discuss them with you in more detail directly. Should you wish to speak with a representative in more detail, please provide us with your contact information by visiting http://www.centerforchange.com/contact-us/. Thank you again.

Rachel Hassall

CFC has been amazing from the moment I walked through the doors. From inpatient to RTC the care techs and nurses are wonderful. They are kind, caring, compassionate and supportive in every way possible. The Drs and NPs are knowledgeable, friendly, listen to your thoughts and concerns. I was treated as a human being and not just a number. I’m grateful for all the supportive and caring people at CFC. The facility in both inpatient and RTC are clean well maintained and comfortable. I appreciate all the encouragement and knowledge I gained at CFC.

Hi, Rachel. Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us! Compliments such as these are held very dear to our hearts. We’re currently working on a staff recognition campaign and would like to share your kind words with our community. If we may include your anonymous feedback, please fill out the following form by visiting https://ebgw.short.gy/CenterforChange. Thank you again for sharing your thoughtful comments with us.

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5 months ago

Our teenage daughter has been in treatment here for a month in the residential adolescent unit. It has been challenging for all of us, but the education available for both the family and the patient are outstanding and have helped us support her recovery and prepare for her return home. The staff have been very communicative, and we appreciate that we’ve been able to talk with her daily. Going to treatment was largely her choice, and I think that has made a significant difference. Also, the teachers at Cascade Mountain HS are incredible, and she has felt like she’s keeping up with school work, which eases her anxiety. The rules were very challenging at first, and none of us understood why they were in place. That’s probably the case for most families doing this for the first time. Give yourself a few weeks to learn; it will make more sense. You just need to make it through that early transition. I can’t emphasize enough—if your loved one needs support to overcome an ED, don’t hesitate. And you can rest assured they’ll be in good hands at CFC.

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