The ‘Ai Pono Outpatient Program is the longest running intensive outpatient eating disorder treatment program not only in Hawaii, but in the United States.
Our outpatient program has a long history. Its origins were as the Anorexia and Bulimia Center of Hawaii (ABC Hawaii), co-founded by Drs. Anita Johnston and Steve Orenstein in 1982. Initially a “center without walls” it began as a collection of professionals in Oahu specializing in the treatment of eating disorders.
Recently, we have received numerous requests from women residing in Hawaii who are need of an outpatient level of care, but who are unable to make it to our Maui or Honolulu locations.
So now, we return to our roots – expanding beyond the traditional walls of a treatment center by offering online outpatient programming for Hawaii residents.
program details
Our online IOP program is perfect for…
Women who have completed treatment at ‘Ai Pono Hawaii at the residential or PHP level of care who are currently unable to participate in in-person outpatient treatment
Those who have completed treatment elsewhere at the residential or PHP level of care and are in search of a local provider for outpatient services in Hawaii
Those who live on neighboring islands outside of Oahu or Maui who are unable to travel to our physical site to attend programs
Those with personal or familial obligations which prohibit them from attending in-person programs
Those who are unable to leave home to attend programs
Individuals who may be reluctant to receive treatment in-person
What’s included
Our online IOP Program format is nearly identical to our in-person program and consists of 3x three-hour sessions per week including: therapy groups; nutrition groups; and meal support.
Patients enrolled in our Online IOP receive the same evidence-based treatment that we deliver via our on-site eating disorder treatment programs and all facilitators have extensive experience not only in the eating disorder treatment field in general, but also with Dr. Anita Johnston’s unique philosophy and approach.
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Please note: Our Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program is currently available for Hawaii residents only.
Still have questions about our Online IOP? We’re here for you!
Allow Alyssa Whoaa, VIOP Program Supervisor, or any of our friendly Outpatient Program coordinators to answer any questions you may have about your eligibility for our virtual IOP program.
