Why attend a support group?
Support groups offer hope, impart information, and can be an invaluable source of feedback. Although groups are not a substitute for individual psychotherapy, nutrition counseling, and medical treatment- they are an affordable addition that can enhance treatment. Many of the groups listed below are offered as a free resource to the community. Groups can be joined at any time during the recovery process-- from the first step to the final stage.
Center for Discovery Group for Individuals in Recovery
Monday (2nd and 4th Monday of the month), 5-6 pm
This group is for individuals in all stages of treatment and recovery.
https://centerfordiscovery.com/groups/
Mind-Body Connection Yoga
The Eating Disorder Foundation
2nd Monday of the Month, 4-5 pm PST
Gentle class open to everyone, especially those in eating disorder recovery.
https://eatingdisorderfoundation.org/event/mind-body-connection-yoga/?instance_id=44420
Virtual Teen Eating Disorder Recovery Group
Tuesday, 5-6 pm
This group is for teens (age 13-18) who are in recovery from an eating disorder. This group will create space to explore the unique experiences teens face while navigating recovery beyond the limits of food and body (including school, family dynamics, peer relationships, and more).
More details: This is a closed group and those who are interested in participating are asked to schedule a consultation with Tessa Gordon, LMFT, RYT through her website www.TessaGordonTherapy.com prior to joining the group. The group is $800 for 8 sessions ($100/session). If you have any further questions or concerns you can also reach out to Tessa via email at tessa@embodyinghope.com.
Adult Eating Disorder Recovery Process Group
Tuesday, 6-7 pm
This group is run by therapist Kaley Leshem, LCSW. The purpose of this group is to provide a space for reflection and growth while establishing a supportive recovery community. Fee is $25/week.
https://www.kaleyleshemlcsw.com/process-group
Teen Girl Group
Eating Disorder Therapy LA
Tuesday, 5:30 pm
This virtual group is a closed 6-week group for teen girls between the ages of 13 and 18 in California who are in eating disorder recovery. The cost will be $240.
More info https://www.eatingdisordertherapyla.com/services/eating-disorders-los-angeles/groups/
Virtual BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Group
The Renfrew Center
Tuesday, 3-4:15 pm PST
This weekly group addresses the emotional and physical impacts of the current cultural climate on recovery and is ideal for BIPOC individuals with disordered eating patterns, or those questioning if they have an eating disorder, who are looking for additional support.
https://renfrewcenter.com/virtual-bipoc-support-group-for-eating-disorders/?utm_source=The+Renfrew+Center+Foundation&utm_campaign=a1df8e4ee1-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2016_12_08_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_6ac5a2354d-a1df8e4ee1-291644885
Pro-Recovery Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Tuesday, 4 pm PST
Weekly, free, virtual, and therapist-led support group for adults dealing with eating disorders.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ud-qoqT0uGNBvu1vsb7t13LbSHAk4XDEU
Eating Disorder Support Group
New Beginnings
Wednesday, 7-8 pm
https://thenewbeginningscenter.com/eating-disorder-support/
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) Online Support Group
Center for Discovery
Wednesday, 7-8pm
https://centerfordiscovery.com/groups/
ANAD Support Group
First and third Wednesday of the month, 1-2pm
For friends and family with a loved one with an eaing disorder
Contace Alli@TherapyHelps.Us before attending your first meeting
The Renfrew Center Online Group
Wednesday, 7-8pm
Participants must be located in California.
For more information about the Virtual Therapy Group or to schedule a virtual assessment,
please call 1-800-RENFREW (736-3739).
Loved One's Online Support Group
Center for Discovery
Second and fourth Wednesday of every month, 5-6pm
Online group for parents, siblings, partners, anyone in client’s support network
https://centerfordiscovery.com/groups/
Virtual SAGE (Sexuality and Gender) Group
The Renfrew Center
Wednesdays, 2-3:30 pm PST
This weekly group provides a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment to enhance the eating disorder recovery experience, tailored for patients who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
https://renfrewcenter.com/virtual-sage-support-group-for-eating-disorders/?utm_source=The+Renfrew+Center+Foundation&utm_campaign=a1df8e4ee1-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2016_12_08_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_6ac5a2354d-a1df8e4ee1-291644885
Virtual ARFID Parent Support Group
Eating Disorder Therapy Los Angeles
First Wednesday of every month, 12 pm
This monthly support group is for parents and caregivers of youth aged 10 to 20 with ARFID. The cost is $30 per caregiver/family.
https://www.eatingdisordertherapyla.com/group/virtual-arfid-parent-support-group-20220601/#tribe-tickets
Individuals in Recovery- Adolescents
Center for Discovery
Second and Fourth Wednesday of the month, 3 pm PST
https://discoverybh.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpce6uqDkoH9Dql0n8aPinW4klnjOGcfz2
LGBTQ+ Pro-Recovery Support Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Wednesday, 4-5:20 pm PST
Open to individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, ages 18+, who are experiencing or recovering from an eating disorder
Support in Recovery Eating Disorder Group
Center for Discovery
Thursdays, 1-2 pm
https://centerfordiscovery.com/groups/
Adult ARFID Group
Eating Disorder Therapy of LA
Thursdays, 5-6 pm
Education and support for those with Avoidant Restrictive Intake Disorder (ARFID)
https://www.eatingdisordertherapyla.com/free-virtual-adult-arfid-support-group-for-people-in-california/
Call (323) 743-1122 or e-mail lmuhlheim@eatingdisordertherapyla.com to reserve a spot
Radically Open DBT Group
Canyon Creek Counseling
Thursdays, 5:30-7 pm
Radically Open DBT is an evidenced-based treatment used to address the overcontrol tendencies and loneliness that accompany perfectionism, chronic anxiety, OCD, anorexia, ASD, and treatment resistant depression. Group is open to people ages 17+. Group is virtual and costs $45 per session.
https://www.canyoncreektherapists.com/therapy-groups
Pro-Recovery Support Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Thursday, 4-5:30 pm PST
Open to adults 18+ we are experiencing/recovering from eating disorder.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUuf-CvrDMpHN0YzsRlTxKXrAWIiriMTv_f
Friends and Family Support Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Thursday, 4 om PST
Open to loved ones of individuals experiencing or recovering from an eating disorder
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtcumhqzIsHde9Yrq5FrWjuIgwUy7W-Cdh
Family Support Group Webinar
Equip
Thursday, 4:30 pm
In this weekly support group /webinar, you can submit questions for the Equip team to answer about treatment and recovery.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5EwtWmugTrW9sBkvSm-NzA
Talking With Our Mouths Full
Fridays, 3-4:30 pm
Starting Fall 2022
Talking With Our Mouths Fulls is a closed 10-week group for women in their late teens and 20s. The group is intended to help members improve their relationship to food, self, and others. This group is lead by Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Amy Isabella Chalker. The cost for each session is $75.
Please contact Amy for more details at (805) 585-5257 or amychalker.rd@gmail.com
https://www.aicnutrition.com/
Alsana Free Weekly Online Support Group
Fridays, 12pm
For ages 15 and up
https://www.alsana.com/programs/online-support-group
Contemplatinng Recovery Support Group
Friday, 9 am PST
BALANCE Eating Disorder Treatment Center
The group provides a supportive forum within which members can explore issues including ambivalence about engaging in treatment, recovery, resources, and treatment options. The group is open to individuals seeking help and to family and loved ones.
https://balancedtx.com/contemplating-recovery-free-eating-disorder-support-group-in-nyc
Chats in the Living Room
Saturday, 8 am PST
Hear national eating disorder experts discuss weekly topics, find helpful articles, inspirational poems, yoga & meditation links, therapeutic activities, and curated book reviews.
https://www.chatsinthelivingroom.com/
