free online eating disorder support groups

THERE ARE FREE VIRTUAL EATING DISORDER GROUPS EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK.  PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE AMAZING OFFERINGS TO GET THE SUPPORT YOU NEED.  


YOU CAN JOIN WHATEVER GROP FITS YOUR SCHEDULE NO MATTER WHAT STATE OR COUNTRY YOU ARE IN. 

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MONDAY

Center for Discovery

For Individuals in Recovery

Time: 2nd & 4th Monday 5-6pm PST | 6-7pm MST | 7-8pm CST | 8-9pm EST

 https://centerfordiscovery.zoom.us/j/447118922 Meeting ID:447-118-922

Description: This group is open to anyone who is currently in treatment, in recovery, or has not yet sought treatment yet for an eating disorder. 18+

Cost: Free


EDA (Eating Disorders Anonymous)

Time: Every Monday 9-10am PST | 10-11am MST | 11am-12pm CST | 12-1pm EST

http://eatingdisordersanonymous.org/online-meetings/ 

Description:Newcomer meeting (focused on steps 1,2,3)

Cost: Free


Center for Discovery

Mood & Anxiety Support Group

Time: Every Monday 3-4pm PST | 4-5pm MST | 5-6pm CST | 6-7pm EST

https://centerfordiscovery.zoom.us/j/609711047 Meeting ID: 609-711-047

Description:This group is open to anyone who is currently in treatment, in recovery, or has not yet sought treatment yet for a mental health disorder. 18+

Cost: Free


Alliance for Eating Disorders

Time: Every Monday 4-5:30pm PST | 5-6:30pm MST | 6-7:30pm CST | 7-8:30pm EST

 http://bit.ly/AEDA_Chat_With_Johanna 

Description: Support for individuals experiencing/recovering from eating disorders.

Cost: Free


Recovered Living 

Time: Every Monday 3-4pm PST | 4-5pm MST | 5-6pm CST | 6-7pm EST

https://recoveredliving.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=13692235&fbclid=IwAR0HOBevZe5uJpRFU1XNdMHPzVrXmvFtM-RfB-QCrlIzHhPWwusyMaI4fbM

Description: Free virtual recovery group facilitated by a recovery coach (Amy Ryk). Visit the website to read more about their philosophy. https://www.recoveredliving.com/

Cost: Free


Kindful Body Counseling

Time:Every Monday 1-2pm PST | 2-3pm MST | 3-4pm CST | 4-5pm EST

Link: To register or for further information, contact: Juliana at connect@kindfulbody.com

Description:Health at Every Size (HAES) and trauma informed support group. 

Cost: Free


Eating Disorder Solutions

Dine Online

Time: Every Monday 1-2pm PST | 2-3pm MST | 3-4pm CST | 4-5pm EST

Link: https://zoom.us/j/848435549?pwd=VHdrQjdSSHUyaExYejBaa2FBQmM4QT09 

Description: Dietitian-led support group to discuss nutrition related challenges and concerns, and to help guide you in creating a healthier relationship with food. 

Cost: Free


Eating Recovery Center

Virtual LGBTQ+ Midday Eating Disorder Support Group 

Time: Every Monday 10-11am PST | 11am-12pm MST | 12-1pm CST | 1-2pm EST

Link: email Samantha.Lach@ERCInsight.com

Description:Open to the LGBTQ+ community seeking eating disorder support.

Cost: Free


APTED 

Free virtual groups

Tuesdsays and Thursdays 6:30-7:30

Contact: Deborah Brenner-Liss, Ph.D.

aptedsf@aol.com

Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders 

3195 California Street, #E San Francisco, CA  94115

TUESDAY

Eating Recovery Center

Virtual Midday Eating Disorder Support Group

Time: Every Tuesday 10-11am PST | 11am-12pm MST | 12-1pm CST | 1-2pm EST

Link: email Tatum.Carter@EatingRecovery.com 

Description:Open to the community and alumni to receive midday support in a virtual group setting. This group is open to anyone seeking eating disorder recovery support.18+

Cost: Free


ANAD (Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders)

Time:2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month 7-8am PST | 8-9am MST | 9-10am CST | 10-11am EST

Link: Email eileenlcsw@gmail.com 

Description:This weekly, virtual support group is free and confidential and is open to anybody struggling with an eating disorder. 18+

Cost: Free


Eating Disorder Foundation

Time: Every Tuesday 11am-12:30pm PST | 12-1:30pm MST | 1-2:30pm CST | 2-3:30pm EST

Link:https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/?fbclid=IwAR3W8FvJeIc0ocTJMaNiMhfsoFcgCITozvFw53khER6S8a8K5uXq0iePtdI Scroll to the bottom to fill out consent form

Description:This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.

Cost: Free


Eating Disorder Foundation

Time: Every Tuesday 5-6:30pm PST | 6-7:30pm MST | 7-8:30pm CST | 8-9:30pm EST

Link:https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/?fbclid=IwAR3W8FvJeIc0ocTJMaNiMhfsoFcgCITozvFw53khER6S8a8K5uXq0iePtdI Scroll to the bottom to fill out consent form

Description:This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.

Cost: Free


Keystone Treatment

Coping for Uncertain Times

Time: Every Wednesday 8-9pm PST | 9-10pm MST | 11-12am CST | 1-2am EST

Link: Email info@keystonetc.com for link to join. 

Description: Coping for Uncertain Times-anxiety, depression, connection and self care.  

Cost: Free


APTED 

Free virtual groups

Tuesdsays and Thursdays 6:30-7:30

Contact: Deborah Brenner-Liss, Ph.D.

aptedsf@aol.com

Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders 

3195 California Street, #E San Francisco, CA  94115


WEDNESDAY

Eating Recovery Center

Virtual Anxiety and Depression Group

Time: Every Wednesday 5-6pm PST | 6-7pm MST | 7-8pm CST | 8-9pm EST

Link: email Carol.Dworaczyk@EatingRecovery.com 

Description: Open to the community and alumni to connect with other people experiencing anxiety and depression and related disorders, ask questions, and learn tools to care for yourself and others.18+

Cost: Free


Recovering Joy Peer Support for Resilient Recovery

Time: Every Wednesday  5-7pm PST | 6-8pm MST | 7-9pm CST | 8-10pm EST

Link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/177914252 

Description: Meeting format: 30 minute guided meditation followed by discussion on a journal article reviewing the evidence for various treatment methods and the group ends with two discussion topics from the community.

Cost: Free


Eating Disorder Specialists

Time: Every Wednesday 1:30-2:30pm PST | 2:30-3:30pm MST | 3:30-4:30pm CST | 4:30-5:30pm EST

Link:https://eatingdisorderspecialists.com/free-virtual-support-group-signup/?fbclid=IwAR2Vya0I3Jep6kzpJ_tUuhz0ys8WhwIi6EMRdba81c-r6e7_Gx_evMV18BI

Description: This group is open to current EDRS clients and those outside of EDRS who would benefit from additional support navigating recovery. This is an open group, meaning you can attend as needed. 18+

Cost: Free


Center for Discovery

Binge Eating Disorder Support Group

Time: Every Wednesday WAITING ON CONFIRMATION OF TIME

Link:https://centerfordiscovery.zoom.us/j/9764479755 Meeting ID: 976-447-9755

Description: This group is open to anyone impacted by binge eating disorder. 18+

Cost: Free 


EDA (Eating Disorders Anonymous)

Time: Every Wednesday 5-6pm PST | 6-7pm MST | 7-8pm CST | 8-9pm EST

Link: http://eatingdisordersanonymous.org/online-meetings/

Description: Newcomer meeting (focused on steps 1,2,3)

Cost: Free


Alliance for Eating Disorders

Time: Every Wednesday 4-5:30pm PST | 5-6:30pm MST | 6-7:30pm CST | 7-8:30pm EST

Link: http://bit.ly/AEDA_Chat_With_Johanna_FF 

Description: Support for loved ones of individuals experiencing/recovering from eating disorders.

Cost: Free


Meditation and Support

Time:5-7pm PST | 6-8pm MST | 7-9pm CST | 8-10pm EST

Link: zoom.us/meeting Meeting ID: 256 864 709

Description: 30-minute mindfulness meditation followed by a 90-minute discussion on resilient recovery

Cost: Free


Recovered Living

Time: 1:30-2:30pm PST | 2:30-3:30pm MST | 3:30-4:30pm CST | 4:30-5:30pm EST

Link:https://recoveredliving.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=13692235&fbclid=IwAR0HOBevZe5uJpRFU1XNdMHPzVrXmvFtM-RfB-QCrlIzHhPWwusyMaI4fbM

Description: Free virtual recovery group facilitated by a recovery coach (Caryn Raba). 

Visit the website to read more about their philosophy. https://www.recoveredliving.com/

Cost: Free


Keystone Treatment

Disordered Eating and Eating Disorder Support Group

Time: Every Wednesday 8-9pm PST | 9-10pm MST | 11-12am CST | 1-2am EST

Link: Email info@keystonetc.com for link to join. 

Description: HAES and intuitive eating support for anyone struggling with food or body image. 

Cost: Free


APTED 

Free virtual groups

Tuesdsays and Thursdays 6:30-7:30

Contact: Deborah Brenner-Liss, Ph.D.

aptedsf@aol.com

Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders 

3195 California Street, #E San Francisco, CA  94115


THURSDAY

Eating Recovery Center

Virtual College Student/Early Adult Support Group

Time:Every Thursday 11am-12pm PST | 12-1pm MST | 1-2pm CST | 2-3pm EST

Link: email Maggie.Moore@EatingRecovery.com 

Description:Open to the community and alumni as a safe space for college students/early adults to come together. Topics discussed will include general mental health coping skills, ways to cope during transition and change, food and health anxiety and mindfulness skills. 18+

Cost: Free


Eating Recovery Center

Virtual Family and Community Support Group

Time: Every Thursday 5pm-6pm PST | 6-7pm MST | 7-8pm CST | 8-9pm EST

Link: Email Alumnni@EatingRecovery.com 

Description:Join fellow caregivers and family members for a weekly Internet Support Group offering support, education about eating disorders, and connection with other individuals with shared experiences. 18+

Cost: Free


Center for Discovery

For Individuals in Recovery

Time: Every Thursday 1-2pm PST | 2-3pm MST | 3-4pm CST | 4-5pm EST

Link: https://centerfordiscovery.zoom.us/j/431463081 Meeting ID: 431-463-081

Description: This group is open to anyone who is currently in treatment, in recovery, or has not yet sought treatment yet for an eating disorder. 18+

Cost: Free


Center for Discovery

For Loved Ones 

Time:Every Thursday 3-4pm PST | 4-5pm MST | 5-6pm CST | 6-7pm EST

Link:https://centerfordiscovery.zoom.us/j/803574016 Meeting ID: 803-574-016

Description:This group is open to family and friends with a loved one in mental health treatment or recovery. 18+

Cost: Free


Eating Disorder Foundation

Time: Every Thursday 11:30am-12:30pm PST | 12:30-1:30pm MST | 1:30-2:30pm CST | 2:30-3:30pm EST

Link:https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/?fbclid=IwAR3W8FvJeIc0ocTJMaNiMhfsoFcgCITozvFw53khER6S8a8K5uXq0iePtdI Scroll to the bottom to fill out consent form

Description:This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.

Cost: Free


APTED 

Free virtual groups

Tuesdsays and Thursdays 6:30-7:30

Contact: Deborah Brenner-Liss, Ph.D.

aptedsf@aol.com

Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders 

3195 California Street, #E San Francisco, CA  94115

FRIDAY

Eating Recovery Center

Virtual Addictive Behaviors Skills Groups

Time: Every Friday 3-4pm PST | 4-5pm MST | 5-6pm CST | 6-7pm EST

Link: Email Niki.DuBois@EatingRecovery.com 

Description: The Virtual Addictive Behaviors Skills Groups is an opportunity for alumni and community members to have space to discuss the challenges of navigating multiple diagnoses and how to use skills to reduce urges to use helpful coping mechanisms.18+

Cost: Free


EDA (Eating Disorders Anonymous)

Time: Every Friday 10-11am PST | 11am-12pm MST | 12-1pm CST | 1-2pm EST

 http://eatingdisordersanonymous.org/online-meetings/

Description: Big Book Study

Cost: Free


Alsana

Time: Every Friday 12-1pm PST | 1-2pm MST | 2-3pm CST | 3-4pm EST

 https://www.alsana.com/online-meeting-waiver/ 

Description: This group is educational in nature and provides participants with an online community in which one can receive support and encouragement from the facilitator as well as peers.

Cost: Free


Recovered Living

Time: 12-1pm PST | 1-2pm MST | 2-3pm CST | 3-4pm EST

https://recoveredliving.as.me/schedule.php?appointmentType=13692235&fbclid=IwAR0HOBevZe5uJpRFU1XNdMHPzVrXmvFtM-RfB-QCrlIzHhPWwusyMaI4fbM

Description: Free virtual recovery group facilitated by a recovery coach (Kristie Amadio). Visit the website to read more about their philosophy. 

Cost: Free


Eating Disorder Foundation

Adolescent Support Group

Time: Friday, April 3rd 4-5pm PST | 5-6pm MST | 6-7pm CST | 7-8pm EST

https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/?fbclid=IwAR3W8FvJeIc0ocTJMaNiMhfsoFcgCITozvFw53khER6S8a8K5uXq0iePtdI Scroll to the bottom to fill out consent form

Description:This group is for ages 13-17, addressing body image, self-worth, social media impact, self-care and more. All genders welcome.

Cost:Free


Eating Disorder Foundation

Virtual Lunch Hangout with EDF Staff

Time: Every Friday 11:30am-12:30pm PST | 12:30-1:30pm MST | 1:30-2:30pm CST | 2:30-3:30pm EST

https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/?fbclid=IwAR3W8FvJeIc0ocTJMaNiMhfsoFcgCITozvFw53khER6S8a8K5uXq0iePtdI Scroll to the bottom to fill out consent form

Description:Join us for a casual lunch meet-up! Eat a meal and chat with EDF staff members.  For people 18+

Cost:Free


Evolve Healing

Time: Every Friday 9-10am PST | 10-11am MST | 11am - 12pm CST | 12-1pm EST

Link: Join us Fridays at 11:00 AM CST via Zoom at: https://zoom.us/j/749502840 

Meeting ID: 749 502 840

Description: These times of isolation are difficult; they are even more challenging for those who are struggling with an eating disorder. This group provides coaching, support, accountability, and education. 

Cost: Free


APTED 

Free virtual groups

Tuesdsays and Thursdays 6:30-7:30

Contact: Deborah Brenner-Liss, Ph.D.

aptedsf@aol.com

Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders 

3195 California Street, #E San Francisco, CA  94115

SATURDAY

ANAD (Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders)

LGBTQ+ Online Support Group

Time:1st & 3rd Saturday 9-10am PST | 10-11am MST | 11am-12pm CST | 12-1pm EST

 Email lgbtq.edgroup@gmail.com 

Description:Group is for LGBTQ+ identified folks in recovery from an eating disorder.14+

Cost: Free


EDA (Eating Disorders Anonymous)

Time: Every Saturday 7-8am PST | 8-9am MST | 9-10am CST | 10-11am EST

Link: http://eatingdisordersanonymous.org/online-meetings/

Description: Topic meeting

Cost: Free


Eating Disorder Foundation

Time:Every Saturday 9-10:30am PST | 10-11:30am MST | 11-12:30pm CST | 12-1:30pm EST

Link:https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/get-help/support-groups/?fbclid=IwAR3W8FvJeIc0ocTJMaNiMhfsoFcgCITozvFw53khER6S8a8K5uXq0iePtdI Scroll to the bottom to fill out consent form

Description: This support group is ideal for individuals 30 years and older that are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.

Cost:Free


APTED 

Free virtual groups

Tuesdsays and Thursdays 6:30-7:30

Contact: Deborah Brenner-Liss, Ph.D.

aptedsf@aol.com

Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders 

3195 California Street, #E San Francisco, CA  94115

SUNDAY

EDA (Eating Disorders Anonymous)

Time: Every Sunday 5-6pm PST | 6-7pm MST | 7-8pm CST | 8-9pm EST

Link: http://eatingdisordersanonymous.org/online-meetings/

Description: Step/Tradition Study or Discussion meeting

Cost: Free


SMART Recovery

Time: Every Sunday 5-6:30pm PST | 6-7:30pm MST | 7-8:30pm CST | 8-9:30pm EST

Link:one-click https://zoom.us/j/847991832 or Zoom app on your phone with ID 847 991 832

Description:SMART focuses on learning coping skills that work well short- and long-term. We base our ideas on what addiction science has shown to be effective. We have adapted these ideas into SMART’s tools for change.

Cost: Free


Bring Your Brokenness Recovery Group

Time:Every Sunday 5-6pm PST | 6-7pm MST | 7-8pm CST | 8-9pm EST

Link:https://bringyourbrokenness.com/2019/05/20/support-group/?fbclid=IwAR20aOJKyup6XXFa7noMNEgswRQC07LvA4f9glBcaPxWKKwnZJFbFoMRVXA

Description: For anyone struggling with an eating disorder

Cost: Free


APTED 

Free virtual groups

Tuesdsays and Thursdays 6:30-7:30

Contact: Deborah Brenner-Liss, Ph.D.

aptedsf@aol.com

Association of Professionals Treating Eating Disorders 

3195 California Street, #E San Francisco, CA  94115


FREE GROUPS FOR FAMILIES

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THURSDAYS

Keystone Treatment

Parents: The Balancing Act

Time: Every Thursday 8-9pm PST | 9-10pm MST | 11-12am CST | 1-2am EST

Link: Email info@keystonetc.com for link to join. 

Description: Support group for parents struggling with anxiety and fear. This group will provide support and self care. 

Cost: Free

Free support group for Clinicians

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Tuesday

Eating Recovery Center

Time: Every Tuesday 5-6pm PST | 6-7pm MST | 7-8pm CST | 8-9pm EST

Link: Email Carol.Dworaczyk@EatingRecovery.com 

Description:This group is a safe and supportive space for clinical professionals to recharge. You can share your feelings, ask questions, and connect with other clinicians who are going through similar challenges. This group is not intended for case consultation.

Cost: Free

Wednesday

Center for Discovery

Mental and Medical Healthcare Providers Support Group

Time: Every Wednesday 12-1pm PST | 1-2pm MST | 2-3pm CST | 3-4pm EST

Link: https://centerfordiscovery.zoom.us/j/725224900 Meeting ID: 725-224-900

Description:This group is available to any professional who provides mental healthcare services. 18+

Cost: Free

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