India's most trusted path back from food and over-eating addiction.
Confidential, evidence-based treatment for compulsive over-eating and food addiction since 2010 — combining CBT, nutritional and emotional recovery in a private residential setting. Recovery begins with one conversation.
A real addiction — not greed or a lack of willpower
Compulsive over-eating and food addiction describe a loss of control over eating — recurring episodes of eating far beyond fullness, often in secret, driven by emotion rather than hunger. Highly processed, sugary and fatty foods activate the brain's reward pathways much like addictive substances, which is why "just eating less" so rarely works and the cycle of bingeing, guilt and restriction repeats.
Food addiction is deeply misunderstood and heavily stigmatised, so most people suffer in silence and shame, blaming themselves. At ZorbaCare, we treat compulsive eating as a genuine behavioural and emotional health condition, beginning with one confidential, judgement-free conversation.
Compulsive eating rarely stands alone. It is closely tied to depression, anxiety, low self-esteem and trauma, so our dual diagnosis approach treats the eating and the emotions driving it together.
When eating stops being a choice
Food addiction is defined not by weight or appearance, but by the loss of control over eating and the distress it causes. If several of these signs feel familiar — in yourself or someone you love — support can help.
Treatment built around you, without judgement
Every person's eating has its own triggers — stress, emotion, restriction, reward. You're matched with the right clinical team, given a plan built around your patterns, and supported at every step — never shamed.
Personalised plans
Treatment shaped around your eating patterns, triggers and goals — never a template.
Expert clinical team
Psychiatrists, psychologists and nutrition support, working at a 3:1 staff ratio.
Family involvement
Families are guided on how to support recovery at home without policing food, so recovery is shared.
Aftercare for life
Ongoing relapse-prevention support after discharge — urges can return, and we prepare for them.
How we help people heal their relationship with food
Recovering from food addiction is not about dieting harder or "more willpower". It is a structured psychological process — therapy, emotional and nutritional recovery, and relapse prevention — that works far better with the right clinical team than any diet ever could.
Whole-person treatment
Intensive CBT, emotional and trauma work, nutritional counselling, group therapy, family healing and relapse prevention — combined into one personalised recovery plan.
Evidence, not judgement
Every intervention is grounded in psychiatry, clinical psychology and nutritional science, delivered in a calm residential setting with a 3:1 staff ratio — never behind a locked door.
Dignity drives recovery
People recover when they feel safe and respected, not shamed about food or weight. We treat every client with dignity — because compassion, not judgement, is what makes this recovery last.
Structured. Monitored. Outcome-driven.
Every recovery journey is different, but the structure behind it is dependable. Here is what the journey with us looks like, stage by stage.
Assessment & stabilisation
A confidential clinical, psychological and nutritional assessment of eating patterns, triggers, physical health and emotional wellbeing — the foundation for a personalised, judgement-free recovery plan.
Personalised planning
Based on the initial findings, we define individual goals, the right therapy approach and clear care protocols for the person — not a generic pathway.
Intensive therapy & change
The core phase: psychotherapy, psychiatric care, group work, family sessions and holistic practices that address the roots of dependence, not just the symptoms.
Aftercare & continuity
The first year is the most vulnerable. Ongoing check-ins, relapse monitoring and guided reintegration keep recovery on track long after leaving our doors.
A day at ZorbaCare
Recovery is rebuilt in the rhythm of a calm, structured day — regular balanced meals, therapy and movement in place of the binge-guilt cycle. Nourishment in the morning, therapy through the day, rest by night.
Wake, yoga & breathwork
The day opens gently — yoga, breathwork and meditation to calm the emotional urges that drive compulsive eating.
Nourishing breakfast & check-in
A wholesome meal followed by a brief clinical check-in, so every day starts with care and accountability.
Individual therapy
One-to-one CBT sessions to identify emotional triggers and rebuild a calm, balanced relationship with food.
Group work & skill-building
Group therapy, nutrition workshops and relapse-prevention sessions that rebuild confidence and a peaceful relationship with eating.
Recreation & reflection
Time outdoors, journaling, or quiet recreation — space to process the day and rest without pressure.
Restful, structured close
A settled evening routine and early night, because restored sleep is one of the foundations of recovery.
Evidence-based therapies for food recovery
Compulsive eating responds best to a combination of psychological and nutritional care. We use the approaches with the strongest evidence — CBT at the core — alongside emotional, nutritional and holistic support.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
The leading treatment for binge and compulsive eating. CBT identifies the triggers and thought patterns behind eating episodes and rebuilds healthier, calmer responses.
Nutritional counselling
Guidance to rebuild regular, balanced eating and break the binge-restrict cycle — without diets, rules or shame around food.
Emotional & trauma therapy
Compulsive eating is often a way to cope with painful emotions or trauma. We address those roots, so recovery treats the cause, not just the symptom.
Group & peer support
Shared experience with others in recovery from compulsive eating — reducing shame and building the accountability that lasts.
Family therapy
Guided family sessions to create a supportive home environment — free of food policing, blame or diet talk that can fuel the cycle.
Mindful eating & movement
Mindfulness, yoga and gentle activity to rebuild body awareness, recognise real hunger and fullness, and restore a calm relationship with food and self.
A complete continuum of food addiction care
Effective treatment for compulsive eating is a sequence — the right care at the right time. We deliver every stage under one roof, from assessment to aftercare, so recovery is never interrupted.
Assessment & stabilisation
A full clinical, psychological and nutritional assessment of eating patterns, triggers, physical health and emotional wellbeing — the foundation for a personalised, judgement-free recovery plan.
AssessmentResidential rehabilitation
Immersive treatment in a calm residential setting, away from everyday triggers. Combines intensive CBT, nutritional and emotional therapy, group work and holistic care — the core phase where lasting change is built.
ResidentialDual diagnosis treatment
Compulsive eating is closely tied to depression, anxiety, trauma and low self-worth. Treating only the eating leaves the rest to pull recovery back — so we treat both together.
Dual diagnosisAftercare & relapse prevention
Recovery continues after discharge. Ongoing counselling, relapse-prevention planning and family support carry progress through the vulnerable first year and beyond — the difference between stopping and staying well.
AftercareCare built on compassion, expertise and dignity
Recovering from compulsive eating means healing a painful relationship with food and self. The right question is not which centre is nearest, but which actually understands food addiction as a real condition — the environment, the therapy and the people make all the difference.
Recover in peace
Private rooms, individual therapy and discreet admission. Food addiction carries deep shame — your privacy and dignity are protected at every step, never judged.
One-on-one guidance
Psychiatrists, psychologists and nutrition support experienced in eating and behavioural health, at a 3:1 ratio — so treatment is personal, never generic.
A home, not a facility
Comfortable residential surroundings and concierge-level care. Healing a relationship with food is hard enough — the environment should ease it, not add to it.
of our clients report staying sober one year after treatment — the outcome of structure, evidence-based care and aftercare that continues long after discharge.
How to get help for yourself or a loved one
For most people, reaching out about compulsive eating is the hardest step, buried under years of shame. Everything after it, we guide you through — with compassion and without judgement.
Reach out
Call or message us for a confidential, no-obligation conversation. We listen first — no judgement, no pressure to commit.
Confidential assessment
A clinical team member understands the history, health and situation, and answers every question you and your family have.
Personalised plan & admission
We recommend the right program, handle admission and travel coordination, and make the transition smooth and stress-free.
Treatment & ongoing updates
Treatment begins, with regular family updates throughout — so you're never left wondering how recovery is progressing.
Families who found recovery with us
Real words from people who found recovery with ZorbaCare. More than 250 five-star reviews on Google.
Our family is deeply grateful to ZorbaCare for the care and support they provided throughout our loved one’s recovery. The team was compassionate, professional, and always approachable. Dr. Sayantani Mukherjee ensured that every stage of treatment was clearly explained. Recovery coaches Sandy and Mel provided constant motivation and practical guidance, while psychologist Shamika helped address the emotional challenges behind the addiction. The positive changes have been remarkable.
Recovery is never easy, but my four months at Zorba gave me a strong foundation for a healthier and more positive future. I am grateful for the guidance, support, and encouragement I received throughout my stay. I would highly recommend Zorba to anyone seeking professional help for addiction recovery. Thank you, Zorba, for helping me start a new chapter in my life. 🙏
Zorbacare truly changed my life. The care, support, and guidance I received throughout my recovery journey were exceptional. The staff is compassionate, professional, and genuinely committed to helping people rebuild their lives. I am grateful for the positive impact they have had on me and my family. Thank you, Zorbacare, for giving me a new direction and a fresh start.
It has been 17 months now, i have been sober because of them and they still take regular updates and check ins. Can’t thank them enough specially Sandeep sir. They have been there for me in ways i couldn’t believe. I stayed their for 3 months and still being a part of AA and their aftercare program. They have become a family now.
I had lost almost everything in my life but by the grace of God and zorba guidance I could again stand back in life and move forward and made my goals clear thanku so much for all the help I have got from zorba care
Clean, safe and professional. The doctors and counsellors treat you with dignity, never judgement. Highly recommend for anyone serious about recovery.
After years of struggle, this was the place that finally worked. The aftercare support kept me on track long after I left. Forever grateful.
Beautiful location, calm environment and a team that truly understands addiction. My family finally has our son back.
The personalised approach made all the difference. They didn't treat me like a case — they treated me like a person. Life-changing.
Compassionate, discreet and truly effective. The whole experience felt safe and private from day one. I recommend Zorba without hesitation.
Video stories from recovery
Some journeys are best heard from the people who lived them. Real stories from people who found recovery at ZorbaCare.
After losing his wife suddenly, he struggled with alcohol addiction as a way to cope with grief. But over time, he chose to face his pain, seek support, and rebuild his life.
How does a normal working person end up homeless addicted to drugs. That is what happened to m.
I have lost my love, my job, my family, everything because of my addiction, I thought I would never heal, but now i am more than a year sober.
Started in college as a fun activity from beer to regular frequency drinking. From a life that i loved to out of control drinking.
Care led by experienced professionals
Recovery is guided by qualified psychiatrists, psychologists, nutrition support and clinical staff experienced in eating and behavioural health — the people who make evidence-based care personal.
What families ask us most
Clear answers to the questions we hear before treatment begins. Anything else — just reach out.
Yes. Compulsive over-eating and binge eating respond very well to treatment — CBT especially, alongside nutritional and emotional care. With structured therapy and aftercare, a calm, healthy relationship with food is a realistic outcome.
Dieting often makes compulsive eating worse — restriction fuels the binge-guilt cycle. Highly processed foods also affect the brain's reward system, so willpower alone rarely holds. Professional therapy addresses the triggers, emotions and eating patterns together, which is why it works where diets fail.
Compulsive eating is treated primarily with CBT, alongside nutritional counselling, emotional and trauma therapy, group and family therapy, dual diagnosis care and relapse prevention, in a residential or structured programme.
Yes. ZorbaCare is a voluntary, open residential setting — never a lock-up. Recovery built on consent and trust is far more durable than anything forced.
Absolutely. Confidentiality is central to how we operate, from the very first call through admission and aftercare. Your privacy and dignity are protected at every step.
This is a delicate situation we help families through with care. Reach out and we'll guide you on how to approach a loved one about their eating and what options exist — with compassion, never judgement or blame.
Trusted by families across India
Families reach us from across India for food addiction treatment. Wherever you are, admission and travel are coordinated for you.
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Learn more →Sources & References
- Gearhardt AN, et al. Development of the Yale Food Addiction Scale. Appetite / Psychology of Addictive Behaviors.
- Praxis & review studies. Prevalence of food addiction and its association with binge eating disorder. Nutrients, 2023.
- American Psychiatric Association. DSM-5: Binge-Eating Disorder.
This page is for general information and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you or someone you know is affected by compulsive eating or an eating disorder, please speak with a qualified clinician.