Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA)

Organisation / Service

Multiple providers

Duration

12 hours

Learning Level

Suitable for intermediate practitioners.

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The Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA) is an empirically based cognitive-interpersonal treatment which has demonstrated effectiveness as an outpatient psychological treatment for adults with anorexia nervosa.

MANTRA aims to address the cognitive, emotional, relational and biological factors which tend to maintain AN by working out what keeps people stuck in their anorexia, and gradually helping them to find alternative and more adaptive ways of coping. Which modules and factors are addressed in treatment depends on individual needs and preferences. 

MANTRA intends to support people to develop better ways of coping and overcoming difficulties with emotional processing, relationships, unhelpful thinking styles and identity.

Who it is for?

MANTRA is generally recommended for people who report an extremely rigid thinking style, positive beliefs about their anorexia, and either no support network or a support network that does not always feel helpful to the client. MANTRA is an evidence-based treatment that was specifically developed for adults with

• Anorexia Nervosa (AN) 

MANTRA is included as an endorsed model under the ANZAED Eating Disorder Credential.

Training providers

Please see NEDC's Approved Training for details and links to all current approved training providers for MANTRA.

Cost

Dependent on training provider