NEDA Network Virtual Support Groups
The NEDA Network is a partnership between NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association) and other mission-aligned organizations dedicated to advancing the field of eating disorders and building a community of support and hope. With nearly 20 member organizations, the NEDA Network provides a unified voice in the fight against eating disorders.
The following is a list of virtual support group options offered by some of these Network organizations (sorted by time zone). This information has been supplied by the nonprofits and compiled as a resource as of 3.24.20 at 2pm eastern time.
Alaska Time
Alaska Eating Disorders Alliance
Family and loved ones
Third Saturdays of the month - 1:30-3pm
FREE
Contact: [email protected]
Mountain Time
The Eating Disorder Foundation
Click here to see the support group schedule on The Eating Disorder Foundation's website.
Ophelia's Place
Adults with eating disorders
Thursdays - 6:30pm
FREE
Info: https://www.opheliasplace.org/support-services
Eastern TimE
Ophelia's Place
Adults with eating disorders
Thursdays - 5:45pm ET
FREE
Info: https://www.opheliasplace.org/support-services
Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders
A collaborative virtual support group in partnership with Nutritious Thoughts
Peer-led, clinician facilitated, 18+, pro-recovery, gender-inclusive, open to the public, and provided at no cost to attendees
Wednesdays - 6-7pm ET
Reserve spot and get link through [email protected]
The Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association (MEDA)
Support group for loved ones
Every other Monday - 6:00 pm
FREE
Drop in support group
Tuesdays - 7pm
Thursdays - 12pm
FREE
Info: www.medainc.org/events
Instagram Live Q&A
Mondays - 8:00 pm
@RecoverwithMEDA on Instagram
Instagram Live Recovery Conversations with special guests
8pm
@RecoverwithMEDA on Instagram
EmbodiED for Binge Eating Disorder
Wednesdays - 6pm - registration required
$30/group
(Scholarships are available for all MEDA groups)
Info: https://www.medainc.org/services/heal/medas-recovery-groups/
Rock Recovery
Breaking Bread Meal Support Group
A weekly, two-hour clinical group that includes a clinician-supported dinner and group processing.
Open to residents of Maryland, Virginia and DC only, we offer three groups that meet on a weekly basis:
- Sunday evenings from 5:30 - 7:30 PM (virtual, VA residents only)
- Monday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 PM (in-person, Arlington, VA)
- Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 PM (virtual; DC, MD & VA residents)
- Wednesday afternoons from 12:15 - 1:15 PM (virtual; DC, MD & VA residents)
Cost starts at $105 per week (sliding scale financial support is available)
Adults, 18+
Info: https://rockrecoveryed.org/breaking-bread-therapy-group/
Bridge to Life Body Image Therapy Group (Teens and Adults)
A weekly 90-minute process group for those who want to develop a healthier view of themselves and deepen their understanding of how emotions are connected to disordered eating and self-image.
Open to residents of Maryland, Virginia and DC only, we offer three groups that meet weekly on Tuesdays:
- In-person Bridge to Life meets from 6:30 - 8:00 PM (Arlington, VA; Adults 18+)
- Teen Bridge to Life meets from 4:15 - 5:30 PM (Arlington, VA; Teens, ages 14 - 18 years)
- Virtual Bridge to Life meets from 6:30 - 8:00 PM on Zoom (VA residents, Adults 18+)
Cost starts at $75 per week (sliding scale financial support is available)
Teen group, ages 14 - 18 years
Adult groups, ages 18+
Info: https://rockrecoveryed.org/bridge-to-life-therapy-group/
Set Free Faith-based Recovery Group
A weekly, one hour process group to help clients navigate their faith and how it impacts and relates to the recovery process.
Open to individuals nationwide, this group meets weekly on Thursdays from 7:00 - 8:00 AM EST (virtual on Zoom).
$50 per month (sliding scale rates available)
Adolescents and adults, 15+
Info: https://www.rockrecoveryed.org/set-free-support-group
Parents & Loved One Prayer Group
A weekly, one hour support group to help parents and loved ones connect with others who are on similar journeys and engage their faith to find hope in the recovery journey.
Open to individuals nationwide, this group meets weekly on the first Tuesday of each month from 7 - 8 PM EST (virtual on Zoom).
FREE
Open to anyone supporting a loved one in recovery from an eating disorder
Info: https://rockrecoveryed.org/parents-loved-ones-support-group/