The Renfrew Center for Eating Disorders - Paramus, NJ

Katie Church 

on Google

2 months ago

My experience at Renfrew Paramus was very different from many of the recent reviews I’ve read. In the beginning, I fought the system every step of the way. I came in with my walls up, resistant to treatment, and convinced that no one understood what I was going through. Looking back, I realize the staff met me with patience and compassion, even when I wasn’t making it easy. What ultimately made a difference was allowing myself to trust the process and let those walls come down. Once I did, the team walked alongside me each d... read more

Reese Bitecola 

on Google

6 months ago

I have never written a negative review before but I feel strongly about Renfrew. They teach practically the same material in therapy group every week and they call coping skills “avoidance” or “distractions,” and tell you to “sit with your emotions.” If you’re feeling really upset they recommend to arc about it on a paper that is confusing. If your feeling anxious they say not to fidget unless you have approval to have a fidget toy, sometimes they let you use one though. Apparently playing with my hair in uncomfortable situa... read more

River 

on Google

8 months ago

Went here for one day. Worst day ever. They don’t know how to treat ARFID. Told them the scariest foods for me and they gave me all of them as a meal for my first day ever there and then seems annoyed at me and mad. 

Jennifer McAdam 

on Google

a year ago

Renfrew in Paramus, NJ has been spectacularly helpful in my recovery from a 25 year eating disorder. Every staff member is respectful, empathetic, and insightful. I felt welcome from the moment I walked through the doors. And, the assistance began with my first contact with Renfrew personnel. I immediately knew I had chosen the right place for my recovery. I recommend Renfrew to anyone facing the challenges of ED.