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Monte Nido Westchester is an eating disorder day treatment program for adolescents and adults of all genders. Conveniently located in the White Plains, we offer partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs for all eating disorder diagnoses including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, OSFED, as well as co-occurring disorders.
If I could give this place 0 stars… I would.
1. The portioning is insane here. You can have the same snack/ lunch three days in a row and one day its perfect, the next day you need to add and so on… no consistency!
2. When they don’t know what to do with you… they just send you to res.
3. My dietician I had here was horrible to me and screamed at me in front of everyone. She would constantly change her mind about if my portions were okay and make me add even though I got the “okay”. There was absolutely no meeting in the middle. It was her way or the highway. All she cared about was weight. I begged to switch providers but they refused.
4. My therapist was useless… she gave up on me after my first admission. She could not see me past my first admission. She would accuse me of behaviors I never did. Our sessions were just threatening me with residential. She would try to diagnose me with things I never struggled with before. She couldn’t see the changes I had made when I came back from res. All she saw was me at my lowest and couldn’t take in the fact that I was doing better.
5. There were weeks where we had no snacks and it was an ed treatment center.
Anyways, I could go on and on but I will stop.
The one good thing was, they were very good with my allergies. The only Monte Nido that never messed up my allergies.
DZ
Danica Zirkle
Oct 22, 2025
1.0
Hopelessly inexperienced and self-absorbed staff. I personally witnessed behavior that was miles outside the bounds of professionalism. The program really should divide adolescents & adults. The one size fits all model and "read from a corporate-written workbook" was not helpful.
I cannot stress this enough—the location/facility is abhorrent. No access to fresh air/temperature always too high or low, and weird dining space—no sense of community with a 20 foot rectangular table. You can't leave the building, or go on outings.
The nurse was rude, and frankly, negligent.
MonteNido merged with some other companies, and the transition was rocky; when I moved from residential to PHP to IOP there were so many hiccups & communication gaps. IoP had fundamentally different expectations & philosophies—which is not necessarily a problem—but that MUST be communicated to patients so they can make informed decisions.
The cherry on top? I had to request my records three different times before they finally got sent.
LB
Lynda Banfield
Sep 1, 2025
2.0
My daughter attended PHP here earlier this year for about 10 weeks, and it was a shocking disappointment after the excellent experience we had with Clementine Montenido in Briarcliff Manor. This was largely due to my daughter’s therapist Maria, who also served as our “family therapist.” This woman did everything she could to pit my daughter against me and would tell her privately that I was “mean and unreasonable.” She obviously disliked me and would not answer my messages and phone calls. She did absolutely nothing to prepare my daughter to re-enter school or for discharge into the real world- seriously nothing. No liaising with her school, no emotional prep work. I think Maria would have had my daughter there for months on end, just sucking our insurance dry, had my daughter and I not insisted on discharge after she had already been there for 10 weeks.
It’s also not great for minors to be mixing with adults, sitting there listening to their adult problems. They were also not accommodating for the temperaments of children or those with ADHD, so I don’t understand why they take them on. Oh yeah- insurance money, duh!
Ultimately, my daughter met wonderful friends here and had a wonderful dietitian- Donna. They were the saving grace of this place and why I am giving it any stars at all.
Donna deserves recognition for her diligence with my daughter and honestly, she deserves a better place to work.
MG
mary grace
Sep 26, 2022
1.0
completely useless. came from res and thought i would be happy to be home but i would have been better staying in res longer. it is so easy to relapse in a place like this. groups are useless and client ages are so varying that it is uncomfortable to ever share with the group.
SP
Sophie P
Dec 26, 2019
5.0
Recovery from my binge eating disorder benefited from working with my primary therapist and dietitian. They truly helped me in so many ways and gave me great advice and tools.
Frequently Asked Questions About Monte Nido Westchester
How do I get started?
During a quick, confidential call, our admissions team will gather your basic information and explain the next steps, which typically include requesting blood work, verifying insurance coverage, and scheduling an intake assessment.
Do I need to fill out any forms in the admissions process?
Our admissions team will walk you through every step of the process and will try to make it as easy as possible while ensuring we collect the information we need. Anything that requires your signature or feedback will be available for electronic signing in a patient portal. This may include releases of information for providers and family members, and financial forms once admission is scheduled.
How long will the evaluation process take?
The intake assessment typically takes 45-60 minutes and is generally done over Zoom. We will ask for eating disorder history and current concerns, as well as supporting information to help us make a level of care recommendation. With your permission, the clinician may also contact your outpatient providers and/or family members for additional information.
What levels of care could I be admitted to?
We provide comprehensive care options, including intensive inpatient, home-like residential living, day (PHP/IOP), and virtual care (PHP/IOP) options, to best meet your recovery needs.
When I’m admitted to full-time in-person care (Intensive 24-hour Care or Residential Living), what should I bring with me?
We ask that you limit your total belongings to what will fit in one medium suitcase. Items not approved will be sent home. Please bring appropriate, comfortable clothing. Upon admission, a staff member will respectfully look through your belongings, and any items deemed inappropriate will be removed and either sent home or kept by staff. A complete list of suggested items will be provided by admissions.
What should I bring if I am admitted part-time or to transitional care?
On your first day of treatment, please bring contact information for your outpatient providers and pack meals. We will provide snacks, beverages, and supplemental exchanges. A staff member will meet with you when you arrive to give you an orientation to the program and answer any questions you may have.
Can I receive mail during treatment?
Yes. You may receive mail during your stay with us.
Who is included in my treatment team?
Your treatment team depends on the level of care you are receiving. At the 24/7 inpatient and residential levels of care, the primary treatment team will include medical staff of psychiatrist, doctor or nurse practitioner.
What types of eating disorders does Monte Nido Westchester treat?
Monte Nido Westchester treats anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, OSFED, and co-occurring disorders for adolescents and adults.
What levels of care are available at Monte Nido Westchester?
They offer intensive inpatient, home-like residential living, day treatment (PHP/IOP), and virtual care (PHP/IOP) options to meet recovery needs.
How do I get started with admissions at Monte Nido Westchester?
You start with a quick confidential call with the admissions team to provide basic information, followed by blood work, insurance verification, and scheduling an intake assessment.
What should I bring if admitted to full-time in-person care?
Bring only what fits in one medium suitcase, including comfortable clothing; some items may be removed upon admission. A detailed list is provided by admissions.
Are there electronic forms involved in the admissions process?
Yes, any forms requiring your signature or feedback will be available for electronic signing in a patient portal during the admissions process.
Can I receive mail during treatment at Monte Nido Westchester?
Yes, patients can receive mail during their stay at the facility.
What are the operating hours of Monte Nido Westchester?
Monte Nido Westchester is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM and closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Is Monte Nido Westchester accessible for LGBTQIA+ individuals?
Yes, the facility welcomes LGBTQIA+ individuals and is a transgender safe space.
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These local real estate agents can help patients or families find housing in the White Plains area during treatment or when relocating for care.
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Yes, nearby law firms like Law Offices of Jay S. Campbell, LLC can provide legal assistance to patients or their families as needed while receiving treatment.
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Patients and visitors can enjoy nearby attractions like Watch Hill of Tarrytown, a concert venue, for leisure activities before or after treatment sessions.