Milestones & Bright Line Eating
A Partnership in Recovery
Strengthening Recovery
Through Structure & Community
We are proud to announce our collaboration with Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, Founder and CEO of Bright Line Eating. Dr. Thompson is a respected researcher and New York Times bestselling author whose work focuses on food addiction and the neurological impact of sugar and flour.
The Bright Line Eating lifestyle delivers far more than a Bright Body. Members consistently experience greater happiness, balanced health metrics, and a renewed sense of freedom in every area of life.
A Shared Philosophy
Bright Line Eating aligns closely with the Milestones philosophy. Both approaches emphasize no sugar, no flour, weighed and measured meals, structured eating times, and a foundation of spirituality.
The Bright Line Eating framework combines education, clearly defined food boundaries, and strong community support. Recovery strengthens when clinical care is supported by consistent structure and connection. This collaboration was created with that purpose.
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What This Means for You
As a Milestones alumni or current client, this partnership offers you a defined pathway from residential treatment into an established recovery community grounded in clear food boundaries and accountability. You’ll have access to a special alumni discount for Bright Line Eating Boot Camp 2.0 — a 10-week online educational program — and the Bright Lifers community, an online recovery network offering multiple meeting formats, 12-Step and spirituality options, food planning sessions, accountability partnerships, and ongoing support.
"They Get Me"
Gone are the restless nights crying to myself that I won't repeat the sabotage of the day that ended with me on the couch eating a bag of something, finishing it only for the sake of not being able to eat it the following day. I have been living this way for more than 6 years. I stay close to the BLE Community because they get me. And I get them. I released approximately 70 pounds with BLE. I am maintaining within my goal weight range, and I now know that eating this way is sustainable and not about deprivation. It's not about what I can't eat. It's about what I get to eat and how to live in the body I was meant to live it in.
-Sandy S.
"You Are Not Alone"
Amazing!! The staff that work there are excellent, they are very professional, and what I like the most is that you are not alone. They give you so many tools to work with. By the time you go home, it's inspiring to start a new chapter with a better quality of life and feel great!
-Claudia M.
"I Am So Grateful"
I am so grateful for this amazing facility. I had the great fortune to be inpatient 18 years ago. I returned about one year ago after being in relapse. I feel a part of the Milestones family. There are weekly support groups available for all alumni. The staff is hardworking and extremely knowledgeable in this field, treating us with compassion, respect, and patience. The model Milestones uses in residential settings is unique to many other centers, helping to prepare the ED patient for a much easier transition to everyday living.
- Bonnie R.
The Bright Lines
Four clear, non-negotiable boundaries that create the foundation for lasting food freedom and recovery.
About Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson
Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson, Ph.D., is the Founder and CEO of Bright Line Eating, a New York Times bestselling author, and a respected researcher and expert on the psychology of eating. Her science-based approach to sustainable weight loss and food freedom has helped thousands worldwide break free from food addiction.
The Bright Line Eating program is built on four clear, non-negotiable boundaries — Bright Lines — that eliminate sugar, flour, and the behaviors that fuel food addiction. With a thriving global community, BLE offers the structure, education, and connection that support lasting recovery.
Your Recovery Continues Here.
This collaboration bridges the gap between residential treatment and long-term recovery. Whether you are a Milestones alumni or currently in treatment, Bright Line Eating offers a clear, structured pathway forward — grounded in the same principles you know from Milestones. Contact our office to receive the alumni discount code or learn more about whether Bright Line Eating is right for you.
As always, if you feel you would benefit from additional stabilization or support, returning to Milestones remains available to you.
Take the Next Step in Your Recovery Journey.
Learn how the Milestones and Bright Line Eating partnership can support your path to lasting recovery.
