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Los Alamitos Outpatient Eating Disorder Program

CENTER FOR DISCOVERY
4281 Katella Avenue, Suite 131
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
PH 866.482.3876
M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

PROGRAM FEATURES
Intensive Outpatient
Partial Hospitalization
All Genders
All Ages

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COVID-19 Update: Online telehealth is offered for intensive outpatient treatment as an option to patients living in California, Florida, New Jersey and Texas.

In-person intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization is also offered at this location. Residential treatment continues to be offered at our residential facilities for individuals in need of a higher level of care. Learn about all that we are doing to protect the safety and wellbeing of our patients and staff.

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Center for Discovery Los Alamitos outpatient eating disorder treatment center is located in Orange County, California, and treats males and females of all ages since its inception in 2013. This outpatient facility is in close proximity to Disneyland and within minutes from the 405 and 91 freeways and serves the entire Orange County and Los Angeles community. Treatment modalities we offer include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

In addition to receiving evidence-based therapies, clients all have the opportunity to put “joyful” back into movement through yoga and other activities. Discovery’s specialized Binge Eating Disorder (BED) program, Path to Peace, is also offered at this location.

Insurances we accept include but are not limited to Aetna/Shaller Anderson/GHC/First Health/Auto/WorkersComp, Cigna/ Great West, Humana (Life Sync), Kaiser (So Cal), and OPTUM BH (PBH, UHC, UBH). Please remember that the insurances we accept change frequently. Our insurance team will verify your coverage.

The eating disorder outpatient team is highly trained in eating disorders, including certifications in eating disorder treatment and abundant experience with high acuity clients. Many of the staff members are trained in trauma therapy, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This eating disorder treatment facility strongly supports family involvement in the treatment process and holds family nights as a way to involve loved ones to enhance the involvement of the clients. Clients’ artwork is displayed all round the facility.

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MEET THE TEAM

Sarah Jackson, M.S., RDN.

REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST

Sarah Jackson is a Southern California native who graduated with her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from University of California, Riverside. Sarah developed an interest in mental health, but her passion for food and nutrition drove her to want to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). She decided to go back to school in 2012 and earned a second Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics. While completing her Dietetic Internship, she also enrolled in a graduate program where she completed her Master’s of Science in Applied Nutrition from Sage College in Albany NY. Sarah has started a private practice, worked in hospitals, outpatient clinics throughout California.  Sarah eventually settled in sunny Huntington Beach and found her home at Center for Discovery, Los Alamitos. Sarah is passionate about helping adults and adolescents build a better relationship with food, discover the liberating feeling of body acceptance and find a balanced approach to nutrition.

In her free time, Sarah enjoys networking, reading, riding bikes to the beach, spending time with family, traveling, testing out new recipes to add to her blog, and continuing to stay up-to-date with leading research in the field.

Michael Louie, DO

PSYCHIATRIST

Louie received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences and went on to complete his psychiatry residency training at Loma Linda University.

Dr. Louie is well versed in treating adult, child and adolescent, and geriatric patients.  Dr. Louie has an understanding and ability to treat a range of disorders including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, and psychosis.

Dr. Louie’s therapeutic and empathic approach to treating clients, as well as his composed and caring demeanor, are just a some of the many reasons why he is a beloved and respected member of the Newport Beach treatment team.

Sara Quint, AMFT

PROGRAM THERAPIST

Sara Quint is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist that graduated from Chapman University in 2017 with her Master of Arts. Sara has worked in both substance abuse and eating disorder treatment, and prefers to approach therapy from a mind-body-soul perspective, incorporating the simultaneous use of coping skills and spirituality. She believes in empowering clients to make the changes they wish to, and in the potential of each and every client to recover fully from their eating disorder. In her spare time, Sara likes to laugh with friends, spend time with her two cats, and practice yoga/meditation.

Amanda Contreras, B.S.

DIET TECH

Amanda earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Health Science from California State University, Fullerton. Amanda is currently taking prerequisite courses and will be pursuing her Master’s of Science in Nutrition in the near future. Amanda has worked in areas of customer service, community health and clinical food service. She is excited to continue working in the realm of nutrition with an emphasis in health at every size and intuitive eating. Amanda enjoys spending her time with friends and family, roller skating and cooking in her spare time.

Tara Sohrabpartovi, LMFT

PROGRAM THERAPIST

Tara Sohrabpartovi is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist that graduated from California State University, Fullerton in 2016 with a Master’s of Science in counseling. She has worked in substance abuse as well as with survivors of domestic violence and trauma. Tara is passionate about building strong connections with clients and help them work through difficult and traumatic life experiences. Outside of work, Tara enjoys practicing meditation and mindfulness, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.

Joshua Lecker, BA

UTILIZATION REVIEW MANAGER- OUTPATIENT DIVISION

Joshua has a background in mental health, substance abuse, and eating disorder treatment. He has worked at all levels of care including detox, residential and outpatient. Joshua has worked as a treatment technician, case manager, and program manager. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in psychology with a concentration in human development from Vanguard University and is currently obtaining his master’s degree at Hope International University for Clinical Counseling.

Joshua oversees all Utilization Review for both eating disorder and mental health outpatient facilities. He prides himself in his ability to advocate and ensure utilization of benefits to the fullest extent possible.

Support Group

This location provides free online eating disorder support groups. Our online support groups vary. Find out more about how to join our free support groups.

LOS ALAMITOS OUTPATIENT EATING DISORDER PROGRAM

COVID-19 Update: Online telehealth is offered for intensive outpatient treatment as an option to patients living in California, Florida, New Jersey and Texas.

In-person intensive outpatient and partial hospitalization is also offered at this location. Residential treatment continues to be offered at our residential facilities for individuals in need of a higher level of care. Learn about all that we are doing to protect the safety and wellbeing of our patients and staff.

­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­_________­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­______________

Center for Discovery Los Alamitos outpatient eating disorder treatment center is located in Orange County, California, and treats males and females of all ages since its inception in 2013. This outpatient facility is in close proximity to Disneyland and within minutes from the 405 and 91 freeways and serves the entire Orange County and Los Angeles community. Treatment modalities we offer include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

In addition to receiving evidence-based therapies, clients all have the opportunity to put “joyful” back into movement through yoga and other activities. Discovery’s specialized Binge Eating Disorder (BED) program, Path to Peace, is also offered at this location.

Insurances we accept include but are not limited to Aetna/Shaller Anderson/GHC/First Health/Auto/WorkersComp, Cigna/ Great West, Humana (Life Sync), Kaiser (So Cal), and OPTUM BH (PBH, UHC, UBH). Please remember that the insurances we accept change frequently. Our insurance team will verify your coverage.

The eating disorder outpatient team is highly trained in eating disorders, including certifications in eating disorder treatment and abundant experience with high acuity clients. Many of the staff members are trained in trauma therapy, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). This eating disorder treatment facility strongly supports family involvement in the treatment process and holds family nights as a way to involve loved ones to enhance the involvement of the clients. Clients’ artwork is displayed all round the facility.

LEARN ABOUT OUR COVID CLEAN COMMITMENT

Covid Clean Logo Large

CONDITIONS WE TREAT

OUR TEAM

REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST

Sarah Jackson, M.S., RDN.
PSYCHIATRIST

Michael Louie, DO
PROGRAM THERAPIST

Sara Quint, AMFT
DIET TECH

Amanda Contreras, B.S.
PROGRAM THERAPIST

Tara Sohrabpartovi, LMFT
UTILIZATION REVIEW MANAGER- OUTPATIENT DIVISION

Joshua Lecker, BA

REGISTERED DIETITIAN NUTRITIONIST

Sarah Jackson, M.S., RDN.

Sarah Jackson is a Southern California native who graduated with her Bachelor’s of Arts degree in Psychology from University of California, Riverside. Sarah developed an interest in mental health, but her passion for food and nutrition drove her to want to become a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN). She decided to go back to school in 2012 and earned a second Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics. While completing her Dietetic Internship, she also enrolled in a graduate program where she completed her Master’s of Science in Applied Nutrition from Sage College in Albany NY. Sarah has started a private practice, worked in hospitals, outpatient clinics throughout California.  Sarah eventually settled in sunny Huntington Beach and found her home at Center for Discovery, Los Alamitos. Sarah is passionate about helping adults and adolescents build a better relationship with food, discover the liberating feeling of body acceptance and find a balanced approach to nutrition.

In her free time, Sarah enjoys networking, reading, riding bikes to the beach, spending time with family, traveling, testing out new recipes to add to her blog, and continuing to stay up-to-date with leading research in the field.

PSYCHIATRIST

Michael Louie, DO

Louie received his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences and went on to complete his psychiatry residency training at Loma Linda University.

Dr. Louie is well versed in treating adult, child and adolescent, and geriatric patients.  Dr. Louie has an understanding and ability to treat a range of disorders including depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addiction, and psychosis.

Dr. Louie’s therapeutic and empathic approach to treating clients, as well as his composed and caring demeanor, are just a some of the many reasons why he is a beloved and respected member of the Newport Beach treatment team.

PROGRAM THERAPIST

Sara Quint, AMFT

Sara Quint is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist that graduated from Chapman University in 2017 with her Master of Arts. Sara has worked in both substance abuse and eating disorder treatment, and prefers to approach therapy from a mind-body-soul perspective, incorporating the simultaneous use of coping skills and spirituality. She believes in empowering clients to make the changes they wish to, and in the potential of each and every client to recover fully from their eating disorder. In her spare time, Sara likes to laugh with friends, spend time with her two cats, and practice yoga/meditation.

DIET TECH

Amanda Contreras, B.S.

Amanda earned her Bachelor’s of Science in Health Science from California State University, Fullerton. Amanda is currently taking prerequisite courses and will be pursuing her Master’s of Science in Nutrition in the near future. Amanda has worked in areas of customer service, community health and clinical food service. She is excited to continue working in the realm of nutrition with an emphasis in health at every size and intuitive eating. Amanda enjoys spending her time with friends and family, roller skating and cooking in her spare time.

PROGRAM THERAPIST

Tara Sohrabpartovi, LMFT

Tara Sohrabpartovi is a registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist that graduated from California State University, Fullerton in 2016 with a Master’s of Science in counseling. She has worked in substance abuse as well as with survivors of domestic violence and trauma. Tara is passionate about building strong connections with clients and help them work through difficult and traumatic life experiences. Outside of work, Tara enjoys practicing meditation and mindfulness, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.

UTILIZATION REVIEW MANAGER- OUTPATIENT DIVISION

Joshua Lecker, BA

Joshua has a background in mental health, substance abuse, and eating disorder treatment. He has worked at all levels of care including detox, residential and outpatient. Joshua has worked as a treatment technician, case manager, and program manager. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in psychology with a concentration in human development from Vanguard University and is currently obtaining his master’s degree at Hope International University for Clinical Counseling.

Joshua oversees all Utilization Review for both eating disorder and mental health outpatient facilities. He prides himself in his ability to advocate and ensure utilization of benefits to the fullest extent possible.

TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

Support Group

This location provides free online eating disorder support groups. Our online support groups vary. Find out more about how to join our free support groups.

GET IN TOUCH / CALL 866.482.3876

CENTER FOR DISCOVERY
4281 Katella Avenue, Suite 131
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
PH 866.482.3876
M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

PROGRAM FEATURES
Intensive Outpatient
Partial Hospitalization
All Genders
All Ages

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  • I was sent to [Center for Discovery], an all women's eating disorder treatment facility, and I was terrified to go. I was told I would be there for a month and would return home after that. I ended staying there for almost 3 months, and I can honestly say I am beyond thankful for my time there. I learned so much and they helped me find myself and get over my traumas and learn to cope with issues that I was having. All the staff was super helpful and had my best interest at heart. I may have not liked all of them, but I knew they wanted what was best for me. Even after my insurance run out, the therapist I was working with arranged for me to go to another center to continue my treatment because I was not ready to come home. I highly recommend getting help with Center for Discovery. They truly care!
    Rebecca S
    Alumni
  • I was at [Center for Discovery] for 6 weeks. I'm from Ohio and being so far away from home was hard. The staff made me feel super comfortable and cared for, making my stay much more manageable. The program was very individualized. They worked hard to make sure my specific needs were met and that my specific behaviors were addressed. This is a top notch facility with incredibly caring staff. Not only were the house staff wonderful, but everyone from admissions to the medical director worked hard to make sure I knew what was going on. This is a wonderful company who are true to what they say. They gave me my life back. I'm someone who has been in and out of treatment for my eating disorder and this program was by far the best. I feel so optimistic about my future. The progress I made there was life changing and I will be forever grateful. I recommend this program to anyone who is serious, willing, and ready to get better.
    Natalie F
    Alumni
  • I was surprised by my parents with the option of going to get help for my eating disorder and overall unhealthy lifestyle. I so badly wanted to get help, but was too ashamed. After talking to my mom I agreed to at least talk to someone from Center for Discoveryabout what program I would be in and what it would be like. The gal was super helpful, kind, and did not make me feel like I was the only person who suffered from what I did. She was very patient with me and overall helped out our family with the process of insurance and costs and what not. As for the actual facility I stayed at, it was a great experience.
    Rebecca S
    Alumni
  • We had our son in an acute care hospital and the social worker recommended the Center for Discovery. Before our son was discharged, my wife and I met with the staff and toured the facility. We were impressed by the staff and how the program was structured. Our son was there 6 weeks. It was a game changer and now we feel our son left with a good base of skills that he has continued to use. We now feel our son can leave a normal type life and not have to worry that he may need to live in a group home setting as an adult. We can't say enough for the help and support we received from the entire staff at the Center for Discovery. When we were considering the facility we did some reviews on line. Some weren't overly positive, but most were and we feel that it was a very positive experience for our son and our family. Even our son now admits that he learned some great skills and that his time at Center for Discovery turned his life around.
    John W
    Parent of Alumni
  • I completely recommend this outpatient program for the treatment of eating disorders.  The program is tailored to each individual and my daughter was able to attend school while attending. The staff is caring, knowledgeable and fully committed to the treatment process for the patient and family.  My family now better understands eating disorders and we are able to support our daughter through her recovery.  5 stars all the way!!
    C.Y.
    Parent of Alumni
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