The National Alliance for Eating Disorders offers free virtual support groups led by licensed eating disorder clinicians. Among them are weekly Pro-Recovery Support Groups for adults affected by an eating disorder and Friends & Family Support Groups for loved ones.

• Pro-Recovery Support Groups:
  • Tuesdays, 4pm PT, 6pm CT, 7pm ET
  • Thursdays, 4pm PT, 6pm CT, 7pm ET
  • Saturdays, 8am PT, 10am CT, 11am ET
• LGBTQ+ Pro-Recovery Support Group: Wednesdays, 4pm PT, 6pm CT, 7pm ET
• Friends & Family Support Group: Thursdays, 4pm PT, 6pm CT, 7pm ET

Learn more and register on The Alliance’s website.

Hear speakers share their personal stories of dedication and perseverance on the road to recovery from eating disorders. Speakers include Emily Program staff, former clients, and community members. These community-based discussions around recovery are led by Emily Program clinicians.

Recovery Night is free and open to the public; anyone is invited to attend, including clients, support people, and the community. We know healing is not an easy journey but you can find hope here. Find the Recovery Night schedule below.

MINNESOTA

St. Paul – Como (6:30pm CT):

2265 Como Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55108

Upcoming dates: None currently scheduled

St. Paul Adolescent & Young Adult – Toogood (6pm CT):

2230 Como Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55108

Upcoming dates: None currently scheduled

WASHINGTON

Seattle (6–7:30pm PT):

1700 Westlake Avenue North, Suite 700
Seattle, WA 98109  

Please note that on nights a Recovery Night speaker cannot be secured, an Emily Program Expert Series Q&A will be hosted.

Upcoming dates:

April 19th: Join us via Zoom

We know how overwhelming an eating disorder diagnosis can be for families and friends. The terminology. The process. The uncertainties. Share an evening with us to learn about eating disorders, our personalized treatment programs, and the path to recovery. Our knowledgeable staff at The Emily Program answer common concerns of families and friends facing eating disorder issues for the first time. You’ll leave with valuable resources and a better understanding of this serious mental health issue. We recommend family and friends who are new to eating disorders attend this session at least once before joining a Friends and Family Session for a better experience in the group.

Virtual Event: Eating Disorders 101, Hosted by Madeleine Manders, Therapist at our Seattle outpatient location: 2nd Thursday of the month, 6–7pm PT, 8-9pm CT, 9-10pm ET.

Upcoming dates: Apr 13, May 11, Jun 8, Jul 13, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14. Join us via Zoom.

The Emily Program offers free evening Friends and Family Sessions open to the public. No need to register; just drop in. (Please note: This group is intended for family and friends providing support to loved ones with an eating disorder. If you are a client or potential client, please attend our ED 101 or Recovery Night events if you would like to learn more.)

Virtual Event: Friends and Family Session, Hosted by Kylie Kirkwood, MSW, LSWAIC, Program Therapist at our Seattle outpatient location: 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month, 6–7pm PT, 8-9pm CT, 9-10pm ET.

Upcoming dates: Apr 6, May 4, Jun 1, Jul 6, Aug 3, Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7. Join us via Zoom

And: Apr 20, May 18, Jun 15, Jul 20, Aug 17, Sep 21, Oct 19, Nov 16, Dec 21. Join us via Zoom

Join us on social media for “Ask an Expert” live. Dr. Jillian Lampert answers common questions about eating disorders, treatment, and recovery from our social media followers.

Ask an Expert Instagram live: Friday, March 24th, 10:00am PT, 12:00pm CT, 1:00pm ET. 

Ask an Expert Facebook live: Tuesday, May 23rd, 10:00am PT, 12:00pm CT, 1:00pm ET.

Ask an Expert Instagram live: Friday, July 21st, 10:00am PT, 12:00pm CT, 1:00pm ET. 

There’s Help. There’s Hope! The Emily Program is a warm and welcoming place where individuals and their families can find comprehensive treatment for eating disorders and related issues. We want to hear your story. Email us (blog@emilyprogram.com) and ask how you can become a contributor to our blog or podcast.

Join us for an upcoming NEDA Walk in your area.

NEDA Walk – Columbus, OH: Sunday, April 23rd, 11am ET. Learn more and register here