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Magnolia Creek Expands Eating Disorder Treatment to Support Vegan Clients 

Press Release for Magnolia Creek's vegan program

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare
615.864.8145
OdysseyBehavioralHealth.com

Residential eating disorder program addresses a longstanding gap in care for individuals following a vegan lifestyle

FRANKLIN, Tenn. (May 22, 2026) — Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare, a national leader in evidence-based mental health treatment, announced that Magnolia Creek is expanding its eating disorder treatment program to support vegan clients seeking care without compromising their values.

Located near Birmingham, Alabama, Magnolia Creek provides personalized, evidence-based treatment for adolescent and adult females ages 12 and older who are struggling with eating disorders and co-occurring substance use issues.

As veganism continues to grow in popularity across the United States, individuals following a vegan lifestyle have often faced limited treatment options for eating disorders — particularly in residential care settings. People have been denied admission altogether, while others received minimal accommodation without deeper clinical exploration of how food beliefs and eating disorder behaviors may intersect.

“Eating disorders are among the deadliest mental health conditions, and the need for accessible, individualized treatment continues to grow,” said Richard Clark, CEO of Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare. “We are committed to expanding care in ways that remove barriers to treatment while supporting each client’s recovery journey with compassion and clinical excellence.”

Magnolia Creek’s vegan treatment approach includes:

  • Nutritionally complete vegan meal plans developed by our dietitian and culinary teams to support recovery and physical healing
  • Individualized therapeutic support exploring the beliefs, motivations, and behaviors connected to food choices
  • Individual and group food challenges featuring vegan desserts, convenience foods, and snacks as part of recovery work
  • Specialized medical and vegan nutrition supplementation protocol monitored by nursing staff
  • Integration of accessible, store-brand vegan foods to help clients build sustainable recovery skills for everyday life

While vegetarianism and veganism have historically been associated with eating disorder behaviors, current research indicates the relationship is not always straightforward. For many individuals, these dietary choices are rooted in deeply held personal values and can be successfully maintained throughout recovery. In other cases, dietary restrictions can be influenced by eating disorder symptoms, underscoring the importance of individualized assessment and treatment that address each person’s unique needs and motivations.

The consequences of delayed treatment can be significant.

“If someone reaches out for help and is turned away, they may not seek treatment again for years,” said Chrissy Hall, Group CEO. “That’s why Magnolia Creek works collaboratively with clients to understand their motivations, reduce barriers to care, and help them pursue lasting recovery while honoring the values that matter most to them.”

Admissions are now open for vegan clients. Magnolia Creek accepts a range of in-network insurance plans to help improve access to care. For more information or to connect with the admissions team, visit MagnoliaCreek.com.

About Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare

Founded in 2015, Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare provides specialized treatment for individuals experiencing mental health conditions, eating disorders, substance use disorders, and co-occurring diagnoses. Through a nationwide network of residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and transitional living programs, Odyssey delivers evidence-based care built on clinical excellence, compassionate service, and measurable outcomes, helping individuals and families build stronger, more sustainable futures.

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