Why attend a support group?
Support groups decrease isolation. They 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 have been shown to increase effectiveness. Groups can be useful at any time during the recovery process.
Monday
Center for Discovery Group for Individuals in Recovery
Monday (2nd and 4th Monday of the month), 5:00 – 6:00 PM PST
This group is for individuals in all stages of treatment and recovery.
Mind-Body Connection Yoga
The Eating Disorder Foundation
2nd Monday of the Month, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM PST
Eating Disorder Transitional Group Process & Skills Integration
AlignED Care
$45 per Group, Monday 6:00 PM – 7:15 PM
For those transitioning out of eating disorder treatment, seeking extra support as they reintegrate into daily life.
Neurodivergent Process Group LGBTQIA + 2S Affirming for Teens
AlignED Care
$45 per Group | Mondays, 4:00 – 4:50 PM PST
Join us for a supportive and inclusive process group tailored for neurodivergent youth! In this safe and identity affirming space, teens can freely share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs with others who understand.
Tuesday
Virtual Teen Eating Disorder Recovery Group
Tuesday, 5:00 PM – 6:00 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.
Teen Recovery Group
Eating Disorder Therapy LA
Tuesday, 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM PST
This virtual group is a closed 6-week group for all genders between the ages of 13 and 18 in California who are in eating disorder recovery. The price is $270, some insurance is accepted.
For more information of if you’d like to sign up contact Hello@EDTLA.com
Virtual BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) Group
The Renfrew Center
Tuesday, 3:00 – 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.
Pro-Recovery Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Tuesday, 4:00 PM PST
Weekly, free, virtual, and therapist-led support group for adults dealing with eating disorders.
Teen Eating Disorder Recovery Skills Integration Group
AlignED Care
$65 per Group | Tuesday, 4:00 – 5:15 PM PST
This ongoing weekly virtual support group provides a safe and supportive space for adolescents to discuss their relationship with food, body image, and the pressures of diet culture.
Parents for Autistic Teens Process Group
AlignED Care
$45 per Group | Tuesday, 12:00 – 01:00 PM PST
Welcome to our therapy support group designed specifically for parents of autistic teens. This safe space offers a supportive community where parents can share experiences, seek guidance, and find solace in knowing that they are not alone on this journey.
Wednesday
Eating Disorder Support Group
New Beginnings
Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:00 PM PST
Binge Eating Disorder (BED) Online Support Group
Center for Discovery
Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:00 PM PST
ANAD Support Group
First and third Wednesday of the month, 1:00 – 2:00 PM PST
For friends and family with a loved one with an eating disorder.
Contact Alli@TherapyHelps.Us before attending your first meeting.
The Renfrew Center Online Group
Wednesday, 7:00 – 8:00 PM PST
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, 5:00 – 6:00 PM PST
Online group for parents, siblings, partners, anyone in client’s support network
Virtual SAGE (Sexuality and Gender) Group
The Renfrew Center
Wednesdays, 2:00 – 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.
Virtual ARFID Parent Support Group
Eating Disorder Therapy Los Angeles
First Wednesday of every month, 12:00 – 1:00 PM PST
This monthly support group is for parents and caregivers of youth aged 10 to 20 with ARFID. The cost is $30 per caregiver/family.
For more information or if you’d like to sign up contact Hello@EDTLA.com
Individuals in Recovery- Adolescents
Center for Discovery
Second and Fourth Wednesday of the month, 3:00 – 4:00 PM PST
LGBTQ+ Pro-Recovery Support Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Wednesday, 4:00 – 5:20 PM PST
Open to individuals in the LGBTQ+ community, ages 18+, who are experiencing or recovering from an eating disorder.
Thursday
Support in Recovery Eating Disorder Group
Center for Discovery
Thursdays, 1:00 – 2:00 PM PST
Adult ARFID Group
Eating Disorder Therapy of LA
Thursdays, 5:00 – 6:00 PM PST
Education and support for those with Avoidant Restrictive Intake Disorder (ARFID)
For more information of if you’d like to sign up contact Hello@EDTLA.com
Radically Open DBT Group
Canyon Creek Counseling
Thursdays, 5:30-7:00 PM PST
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.
Pro-Recovery Support Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Thursday, 4:00 – 5:30 PM PST
Open to adults 18+ who are experiencing/recovering from eating disorders.
Friends and Family Support Group
National Alliance for Eating Disorders
Thursday, 4:00 PM PST
Open to loved ones of individuals experiencing or recovering from an eating disorder.
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.
Friday
Talking With Our Mouths Full
Fridays, 3:00 – 4:30 PM PST
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
Alsana Free Weekly Online Support Group
Fridays, 12:00 PM PST
For ages 15 and up
Contemplating Recovery Support Group
Friday, 9:00 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.
Saturday
Chats in the Living Room
Saturday, 8:00 AM PST
Hear national eating disorder experts discuss weekly topics, find helpful articles, inspirational poems, yoga & meditation links, therapeutic activities, and curated book reviews.