Finding support

Getting medical help is crucial for effectively addressing and overcoming eating disorders, leading to better health outcomes and improved well-being. Below are resources and guidance for accessing professional treatment and therapy for disordered eating. You will find lists of providers approved by professional organizations for their expertise in disordered eating treatment, as well as information on free support groups.

• 10 Actions for Individuals with eating disorders (Academy for Eating Disorders, PDF)
• Eating Disorder Self-Screening Tool (National Eating Disorder Association website)
  • A short screening — appropriate for ages 13 and up — can help determine if it's time for some support.
• Questions to Ask Providers When Looking for Treatment (National Alliance for Eating Disorders website)
• Types of Eating Disorder Treatment (National Alliance for Eating Disorders website)
• Health at Every Size® Healthcare Provider Listing (Association for Size Diversity and Health website)
  • Health at Every Size® (HAES) providers are trained to engage with individuals with eating disorders in a way that supports their well-being, regardless of their size.
• Eating Disorder Treatment Directory and Provider List (National Alliance for Eating Disorders website)