Aster Springs

05/21/2026

Join us as we open the doors to our newest residential eating disorder treatment center in Virginia. 🌿

We invite you to tour the home, enjoy refreshments, meet our dedicated clinical and leadership teams, and experience thoughtful touches throughout the space — including a flower bar and moments of reflection centered on healing, recovery, and growth.

This Open House is an opportunity to learn more about our mission and celebrate Aster Springs’ commitment to expanding access to compassionate eating disorder care. We look forward to welcoming you! 💛

📍 RSVP here:

Join us as we open our new Virginia treatment center. Tour the home, enjoy refreshments, a flower bar, and moments of reflection.

05/21/2026

It’s not always easy to recognize when your relationship with food or your body may need support. If thoughts about food, weight, or control are interfering with your daily life, it may be time to reach out.

Seeking help is a meaningful step toward healing, and support is available every step of the way. Learn more here: https://hubs.li/Q04fTgvm0

One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to eating disorder treatment. At Aster Springs, we offer a range of options to fit a variety of treatment needs at different stages of recovery.

05/15/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time to recognize the importance of mental and emotional well-being. It’s also an opportunity to bring awareness to eating disorders, which are complex mental health conditions that often go unseen.

At Aster Springs, we are committed to helping individuals better understand their relationship with food, body, and self—while providing compassionate, specialized care for healing and recovery.

05/12/2026

Breaking stigma starts with understanding that these conditions are not about appearance—they are serious mental health challenges that deserve compassionate, specialized care.

05/11/2026

We’re continuing our Nurses Week celebration at Aster Springs with heartfelt appreciation for the nurses who show up every day with compassion, skill, and unwavering care.

💜 Thank you for the way you support our clients and families through every step of their healing journey. Your presence brings comfort, your expertise brings safety, and your kindness brings hope.

We’re so grateful for all that you do—not just this week, but every day.

05/08/2026

Recovery is never one-size-fits-all — and conversations around veganism and eating disorders deserve thoughtful, individualized care.

At Aster Springs, we believe in creating space for compassionate dialogue, clinical insight, and deeper understanding throughout the recovery journey.

This continuing education presentation, “Eating Disorders and Veganism: Controversy, Clarity, and Conversation,” explores the complexities surrounding food choices, identity, ethics, and healing in treatment.

Learn more:

Although only 4% of the current US adult population are vegan, young adults between the ages of 25 and 34 comprise 44% of this group. Sales of vegan foods are exploding in the marketplace at a rate 10X faster than total food sales. The impact of veganism cannot be ignored, and the potential overlap....

05/08/2026

Not just this week, but every week—we are deeply grateful for the nurses at Aster Springs who bring compassion, strength, and steady support to our clients and families.

This Nurses Week, we’re celebrating the dedication and heart they show each and every day. Their care goes far beyond clinical support—it’s found in the comfort they provide during hard moments, the advocacy they offer, and the safe space they help create for healing.

To our incredible nurses: thank you for the difference you make in countless lives, every single day. Happy Nurses Week!

05/07/2026

We’re grateful to share kind words from someone in our Aster Springs community. Moments like these remind us why we do this work—walking alongside individuals with care, respect, and compassion as they navigate their healing journey.

Thank you for trusting us with your story. It’s an honor to be part of your progress, and we’re so proud of the strength and courage you’ve shown along the way.

04/13/2026

April is Stress Awareness Month — and this statistic says a lot.

69% of adults say they needed more emotional support this past year than they received.

Stress can quietly build — and for many, it’s closely tied to eating disorder behaviors. You’re not alone in feeling this way, and support is available.

At Aster Springs, we’re here to help you find healthier ways to cope and feel supported every step of the way. 💜

04/01/2026

We’re excited to share that Aster Springs Outpatient Richmond is now accepting adolescents of all genders, ages 12 and older, for Outpatient (OP) level of care.

Our compassionate team provides individualized, evidence-informed support to help clients navigate mental health challenges, build resilience, and thrive. Families and providers in the Richmond area seeking quality outpatient care are encouraged to reach out.

Learn more and connect with our team today: https://hubs.li/Q049j1Hd0

03/31/2026

Join us for an important conversation on how to better recognize and support individuals affected by eating disorders.

📅 Thursday, April 23, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT
💻 Live Interactive Webinar
🎓 Earn 1 CE Credit

In this session, we’ll explore:
✔️ Eating disorders as complex mental health conditions
✔️ Common myths and misconceptions
✔️ The impact of body image, stress, and self-esteem in youth
✔️ Early warning signs and how to help
✔️ The importance of early intervention and reducing stigma

This event is designed for school staff and healthcare professionals, including psychologists, social workers, counselors, MFTs, and registered dietitians.

👉 Register now to save your spot and be part of this important conversation. https://hubs.li/Q0496p3v0

We hope to see you there!

This presentation provides a overview of eating disorders for high school and college audiences, including students, educators, and campus staff. The session explores how eating disorders develop through the interaction of psychological vulnerabilities, body image concerns, and sociocultural influen...