Mental Health & Eating Disorder Resources
Our team has compiled a list of eating disorder resources and support groups to help you navigate recovery or care for a loved one. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, loneliness or are in need of additional recovery tools, we’re here to support you. Find more articles, support groups, webinars and videos with helpful tips below.
If you’re located in DC, Maryland or Virginia and you’re looking for oupatient treatment providers or if you are looking for higher level of care treatment facilities, check out our Rock Referral Guide. We have information on programming for local providers (therapists, dietitians, etc.) and national treatment partners to help get you connected to care in your area. Click here to download the guide.
Rock Recovery Webinars & Video Resources
Rock offers virtual and in-person outpatient therapy groups for adults 18+ who reside in DC, VA or MD and are looking for treatment as they navigate eating disorder recovery. Click here to find out more about our outpatient therapy groups or email us at freedom@rockrecoveryed.org today.
Downloads & Guides
Video Resources
Marginalized Voices - Understanding the Presentation and Prevalence of Eating Disorders
Symptom Substitution, Trauma and the Hidden Addiction of Eating Disorders
Integrating Spirituality into the Eating Disorder Recovery Process
Group Therapy for the Treatment of Eating Disorders and Body Image Issues
Health at Every Size ® - The Way to Healing from Diet Culture and Body Dissatisfaction
Family Based Therapy in the Treatment of Adolescent Eating Disorders - What Parents Need to Know
Nationwide Support Groups
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Individual Pro-Recovery Check-Ins
The Pro-Recovery check-ins are for individuals only, ages 18+, experiencing or recovering from eating disorders.
Tuesdays, 7pm – 8:30pm EST (Register Here)
Wednesdays, 7pm – 8:30pm EST (Register Here)
Saturdays, 11am – 12:30pm EST (Register Here)
LGBTQ Pro-Recovery Check-In:
Wednesdays, 7pm - 8:30 EST (Register Here)
Family & Friends Support Group
Thursdays, 7pm - 8:30pm EST (Register Here)
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ANAD’s longest-serving program is its eating disorder, self-help support groups. Groups are free, confidential and open to anyone 18 or older struggling with an eating disorder. Click here for the full support group schedule.
LGBTQ+ Eating Disorder Support Group – Monday at 5pm EST / 2pm PST
General Eating Disorder Support Group – Monday at 6pm EST / 3pm PST
General Eating Disorder Support Group – Monday at 8pm EST / 5pm PST
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Support Group – Monday at 8pm EST / 5pm PST [Starting on Feb 14, this group will meet at 7:30 EST/4:30PST]
General Eating Disorder Support Group – Tuesday at 12pm EST / 9am PST
Teens and Young Adults Support Group – Tuesday at 7pm EST / 4pm PST
General Eating Disorder Support Group – Tuesday at 9pm EST / 6pm PST
General Eating Disorder Support Group – Wednesday at 6pm EST / 3pm PST
People in Larger Bodies Support Group – Wednesday at 7:30pm EST / 4:30pm PST
General Eating Disorder Support Group – Wednesday at 8pm EST/5pm PST
Older Adults Support Group – Thursday at 1pm EST / 10am PST
General Eating Disorder Support Group – Thursday at 9pm EST / 6pm PST [This Group will begin on 2/17, registrations are now being accepted]
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Virtual eating disorder support groups through Zoom for individuals in recovery and loved ones. Support groups include:
Center for Discovery Alumni
Individuals in Recovery
BIPOC Individuals in Recovery
Adolescents in Recovery
Siblings, Partners & Loved Ones
Binge Eating Disorder Support
Click here for full details and schedules.
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Eating Recovery Center provides virtual eating disorder support groups for alumni, family members, ERC alumni and community members seeking support or caring for a loved one in recovery. Click here for more information and a full list of support groups offered.
For questions, please contact alumni@ercpathlight.com.
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Online support groups for adults 18+ who struggle with an eating disorder and their support systems. Participants must register before joining the group. Click here for more details.
Virtual Support for Individuals Struggling With an Eating Disorder (Multiple Times Available)
Virtual Support for Family and Friends (Mondays and Wednesdays)
Resources for Parents & Loved Ones
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Our virtual prayer support group for parents and loved ones will help you connect with others who are on similar journeys and engage your faith to find hope in the recovery journey.
1st Tuesday of Every Month at 7 PM ET (Register here)
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This support group provides a safe space for parents to connect with others to freely process their role in the recovery process during these challenging times. Currently, there is a mix of parents whose children are stepping down from all levels of care. For more information, email aayvas@gmail.com.
Every other Friday from 11 AM – 12 PM EST
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Rock Recovery’s Five Tips to Caring for a Loved One with an Eating Disorder - Download the guide here
Parent & Caregiver Toolkit from our friends at Project HEAL and EQUIP - Download the toolkit here
Navigating Pediatric Care In Light of the New American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Guidelines – Download the guide here
Teen Body Image & Self Esteem: A Guide for Parents – Download the guide here
Supporting Students Who Struggle with Mental Health – Read more here