Empowering Recovery: Resources for Eating Disorders
At Durham Middlefield Youth & Family Services (DMYFS), we understand that eating disorders are complex and personal struggles that affect individuals and families in different ways. Recovery is possible, and seeking support is a powerful first step toward healing. This page offers valuable resources, including treatment centers, support groups, books, and specialized professionals to guide you or a loved one through the journey to recovery. You are not alone—there is help, and there is hope. We encourage you to take advantage of the tools and support available, empowering you to take control of your mental and physical well-being. Your path to recovery begins with the decision to reach out.
Treatment Centers
Monte Nido & Affiliates – Provides comprehensive eating disorder treatment through inpatient, residential, day (PHP & IOP), and virtual programs for all ages and genders. Their approach integrates evidence-based therapies with holistic practices to support lasting recovery. Monte Nido operates multiple locations nationwide, including in Connecticut.
Website: https://www.montenido.com
Insurance Accepted as of 2/28/2025: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, and self-pay. They are in-network with most major insurance providers and can coordinate agreements with those not in-network or uninsured.
Selah House – Indiana Eating Disorder Treatment Program
Residential treatment for eating disorders in Indiana.
Selah House Website
Renfrew Center
Comprehensive care for eating disorders and substance use treatment programs.
Renfrew Center Website
Eating Disorder Solutions
Residential eating disorder treatment programs.
Eating Disorder Solutions Website
Rogers Behavioral Health
Residential services for individuals struggling with eating disorders.
Rogers Behavioral Health Website
The Emily Program
Residential treatment for adults with eating disorders.
The Emily Program Website
Alsana
Residential treatment options for individuals with eating disorders.
Alsana Website
Timberline Knolls
Residential treatment for women with eating disorders.
Timberline Knolls Website
Prosperity Eating Disorder Wellness
Programs dedicated to treating eating disorders.
Prosperity ED Wellness Website
The Victory Program at McCallum Place
Eating disorder program for athletes.
The Victory Program Website
Athlete EDGE® at EDCare
Eating disorder program for athletes.
Athlete Edge Website
Website: https://www.montenido.com
Insurance Accepted as of 2/28/2025: Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, United Healthcare, and self-pay. They are in-network with most major insurance providers and can coordinate agreements with those not in-network or uninsured.
Selah House – Indiana Eating Disorder Treatment Program
Residential treatment for eating disorders in Indiana.
Selah House Website
Renfrew Center
Comprehensive care for eating disorders and substance use treatment programs.
Renfrew Center Website
Eating Disorder Solutions
Residential eating disorder treatment programs.
Eating Disorder Solutions Website
Rogers Behavioral Health
Residential services for individuals struggling with eating disorders.
Rogers Behavioral Health Website
The Emily Program
Residential treatment for adults with eating disorders.
The Emily Program Website
Alsana
Residential treatment options for individuals with eating disorders.
Alsana Website
Timberline Knolls
Residential treatment for women with eating disorders.
Timberline Knolls Website
Prosperity Eating Disorder Wellness
Programs dedicated to treating eating disorders.
Prosperity ED Wellness Website
The Victory Program at McCallum Place
Eating disorder program for athletes.
The Victory Program Website
Athlete EDGE® at EDCare
Eating disorder program for athletes.
Athlete Edge Website
Eating Disorder Specialists
Dietitian/Nutritionists:
Lindsey Webb, MS, RDN, LDN
Lindsey Webb is a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorder treatment. She offers a compassionate and holistic approach to nutrition therapy and works with individuals and families in recovery.
Learn more about Lindsey Webb
Therapists:
Shannon Wynne, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist specializing in eating disorders, body image issues, and mental health.
Website: Shannon Wynne - Psychology Today
Recovery Coaches:
Carolyn Costin – Recovery Coach
Carolyn Costin offers recovery coaching for eating disorder recovery.
Carolyn Costin Website
Alsana – Transitional Recovery Coaching
Transitional coaching for those recovering from eating disorders.
Alsana Recovery Coaching
Lindsey Webb, MS, RDN, LDN
Lindsey Webb is a registered dietitian specializing in eating disorder treatment. She offers a compassionate and holistic approach to nutrition therapy and works with individuals and families in recovery.
Learn more about Lindsey Webb
Therapists:
Shannon Wynne, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist specializing in eating disorders, body image issues, and mental health.
Website: Shannon Wynne - Psychology Today
Recovery Coaches:
Carolyn Costin – Recovery Coach
Carolyn Costin offers recovery coaching for eating disorder recovery.
Carolyn Costin Website
Alsana – Transitional Recovery Coaching
Transitional coaching for those recovering from eating disorders.
Alsana Recovery Coaching
Support Groups
Project Heal- List of Free Eating Disorder Support Groups
https://www.theprojectheal.org/free-eating-disorder-support-groups
Crystal Karges – Lift the Shame Online Support Group
Crystal Karges Website
Ophelia's Place – Community Support
A list of support options and resources for eating disorders.
Ophelia's Place Website
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) – Support Groups
Find support groups in your area or virtually.
NEDA Support Groups
Eating Disorder Foundation – Support Group Schedule
Support group schedule for individuals with eating disorders.
Eating Disorder Foundation Support Groups
Alliance for Eating Disorders – Support Groups and Programs
Find local and virtual support groups for eating disorders.
Alliance for Eating Disorders Website
Google Docs – Eating Disorder Support Group List
A shared document listing a variety of eating disorder support groups.
Google Docs Support Groups List
https://www.theprojectheal.org/free-eating-disorder-support-groups
Crystal Karges – Lift the Shame Online Support Group
Crystal Karges Website
Ophelia's Place – Community Support
A list of support options and resources for eating disorders.
Ophelia's Place Website
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) – Support Groups
Find support groups in your area or virtually.
NEDA Support Groups
Eating Disorder Foundation – Support Group Schedule
Support group schedule for individuals with eating disorders.
Eating Disorder Foundation Support Groups
Alliance for Eating Disorders – Support Groups and Programs
Find local and virtual support groups for eating disorders.
Alliance for Eating Disorders Website
Google Docs – Eating Disorder Support Group List
A shared document listing a variety of eating disorder support groups.
Google Docs Support Groups List
Free Programs & Mentorship
Eating Disorder Foundation – Free Mentor Program
Request a mentor who has personal experience with eating disorder recovery.
Eating Disorder Foundation Mentor Program
The Project Heal – Meal Support
A program providing support during mealtimes for those in recovery.
The Project Heal Meal Support
Instagram Free Meal Support – Jackie Shapin Therapy
Support from a therapist and nutritionist for individuals recovering from eating disorders.
Jackie Shapin Therapy Instagram
Instagram Free Meal Support – Chelsea Levyn Nutrition
Meal support for those recovering from eating disorders.
Chelsea Levyn Nutrition Instagram
"Around the Dinner Table" – FEAST ED
Online support group for discussing eating disorders around the dinner table.
Around the Dinner Table – FEAST ED
Learn more about how Eating Disorders impact Men HERE
Request a mentor who has personal experience with eating disorder recovery.
Eating Disorder Foundation Mentor Program
The Project Heal – Meal Support
A program providing support during mealtimes for those in recovery.
The Project Heal Meal Support
Instagram Free Meal Support – Jackie Shapin Therapy
Support from a therapist and nutritionist for individuals recovering from eating disorders.
Jackie Shapin Therapy Instagram
Instagram Free Meal Support – Chelsea Levyn Nutrition
Meal support for those recovering from eating disorders.
Chelsea Levyn Nutrition Instagram
"Around the Dinner Table" – FEAST ED
Online support group for discussing eating disorders around the dinner table.
Around the Dinner Table – FEAST ED
Learn more about how Eating Disorders impact Men HERE
Family & Friends Support
Support Group for Friends & Family of Those in Recovery – NEDA
NEDA provides support groups for family and friends of those with eating disorders.
NEDA Support Group for Family and Friends
Eating Disorder Foundation – Monthly Connections for Families
A space for families to connect with others in a similar situation.
Eating Disorder Foundation Monthly Connections
Chats in the Living Room
Support for family and friends of those in recovery.
Chats in the Living Room Website
Grace Holland Cozine Resource Center – Loved Ones
Resources and support for family and friends of individuals with eating disorders.
Grace Holland Cozine Resource Center
Your Recovery Resource
A course and resources for supporting those in eating disorder recovery.
Your Recovery Resource
Family Mentorship Program – Eating Disorder Foundation
A program that connects families with mentors.
Eating Disorder Foundation Family Mentorship Program
Eva Musby- Helping you free your child of an eating disorder
This website is created by the mother of someone diagnosed with anorexia nervosa, following their experiences of evidence-based treatment.
anorexiafamily.com/
NEDA provides support groups for family and friends of those with eating disorders.
NEDA Support Group for Family and Friends
Eating Disorder Foundation – Monthly Connections for Families
A space for families to connect with others in a similar situation.
Eating Disorder Foundation Monthly Connections
Chats in the Living Room
Support for family and friends of those in recovery.
Chats in the Living Room Website
Grace Holland Cozine Resource Center – Loved Ones
Resources and support for family and friends of individuals with eating disorders.
Grace Holland Cozine Resource Center
Your Recovery Resource
A course and resources for supporting those in eating disorder recovery.
Your Recovery Resource
Family Mentorship Program – Eating Disorder Foundation
A program that connects families with mentors.
Eating Disorder Foundation Family Mentorship Program
Eva Musby- Helping you free your child of an eating disorder
This website is created by the mother of someone diagnosed with anorexia nervosa, following their experiences of evidence-based treatment.
anorexiafamily.com/
Books & Workbooks
Sick Enough
by Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani- A comprehensive guide that helps individuals and families understand eating disorders and how to recover from them. It is designed for those who may feel their struggles are not severe enough to warrant help, but are still struggling with their relationship to food and body.
Website: Sick Enough
Body Image Workbook
A comprehensive workbook that helps individuals work on improving their body image and their relationship with food.
Available on Amazon
The Eating Disorder Recovery Handbook: A Practical Guide to Long-Term Healing by Jennifer L. Gaudiani MD
A comprehensive guide to understanding and healing from eating disorders, with insights from a doctor specializing in eating disorder recovery.
Available on Amazon
Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Program That Works by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch
This book focuses on creating a healthier relationship with food and encourages listening to your body’s cues, instead of dieting.
Available on Amazon
Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia
A thought-provoking book that explores the intersection of race, body image, and fat phobia.
Available on Amazon
Skills-based Caring for a Loved One with an Eating Disorder
Provides skills and knowledge for carers supporting someone affected by an eating disorder– uses the analogy of trying to guide the carer to be like a dolphin swimming alongside the person and gently encouraging them, rather than, for example, being a rhino and being more forceful in their behaviors.
Available on Amazon
Life Without Ed: How One Woman Declared Independence from Her Eating Disorder and How You Can Too
Jenni had been in an abusive relationship with Ed for far too long. He controlled Jenni’s life, distorted her self-image, and tried to physically harm her throughout their long affair. Then, in therapy, Jenni learned to treat her eating disorder as a relationship, not a condition. By thinking of her eating disorder as a unique personality separate from her own, Jenni was able to break up with Ed once and for all.
https://jennischaefer.com/books/life-without-ed/
Ten-Mile Morning: My Journey through Anorexia Nervosa
Ten-Mile Morning is a true story about a man’s battle to overcome his five-year struggle with anorexia nervosa.
Available on Amazon
The Good Eater: The True Story of One Man's Struggle With Binge Eating Disorder
This compelling memoir tells Saxen's story as he plunges into binge eating, dangerous starvation diets, drug use, and a rollercoaster ride of odd careers, destructive relationships, and personal tragedies.
Available on Amazon
Destroying the Monster: Lessons Learned on the Path to Recovery
Vic Avon tells his story in order to help people affected by eating disorders find the strength and wisdom needed to recover from the disease.
Available on Amazon
by Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani- A comprehensive guide that helps individuals and families understand eating disorders and how to recover from them. It is designed for those who may feel their struggles are not severe enough to warrant help, but are still struggling with their relationship to food and body.
Website: Sick Enough
Body Image Workbook
A comprehensive workbook that helps individuals work on improving their body image and their relationship with food.
Available on Amazon
The Eating Disorder Recovery Handbook: A Practical Guide to Long-Term Healing by Jennifer L. Gaudiani MD
A comprehensive guide to understanding and healing from eating disorders, with insights from a doctor specializing in eating disorder recovery.
Available on Amazon
Intuitive Eating: A Revolutionary Program That Works by Evelyn Tribole & Elyse Resch
This book focuses on creating a healthier relationship with food and encourages listening to your body’s cues, instead of dieting.
Available on Amazon
Fearing the Black Body: The Racial Origins of Fat Phobia
A thought-provoking book that explores the intersection of race, body image, and fat phobia.
Available on Amazon
Skills-based Caring for a Loved One with an Eating Disorder
Provides skills and knowledge for carers supporting someone affected by an eating disorder– uses the analogy of trying to guide the carer to be like a dolphin swimming alongside the person and gently encouraging them, rather than, for example, being a rhino and being more forceful in their behaviors.
Available on Amazon
Life Without Ed: How One Woman Declared Independence from Her Eating Disorder and How You Can Too
Jenni had been in an abusive relationship with Ed for far too long. He controlled Jenni’s life, distorted her self-image, and tried to physically harm her throughout their long affair. Then, in therapy, Jenni learned to treat her eating disorder as a relationship, not a condition. By thinking of her eating disorder as a unique personality separate from her own, Jenni was able to break up with Ed once and for all.
https://jennischaefer.com/books/life-without-ed/
Ten-Mile Morning: My Journey through Anorexia Nervosa
Ten-Mile Morning is a true story about a man’s battle to overcome his five-year struggle with anorexia nervosa.
Available on Amazon
The Good Eater: The True Story of One Man's Struggle With Binge Eating Disorder
This compelling memoir tells Saxen's story as he plunges into binge eating, dangerous starvation diets, drug use, and a rollercoaster ride of odd careers, destructive relationships, and personal tragedies.
Available on Amazon
Destroying the Monster: Lessons Learned on the Path to Recovery
Vic Avon tells his story in order to help people affected by eating disorders find the strength and wisdom needed to recover from the disease.
Available on Amazon
Websites
Tips for supporting someone with an eating disorder - BEAT
This article will give you a few ideas on what you can do to help someone who is struggling with an Eating Disorder.
www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/support-someone-else/tips-for-supporting-somebody-with-an-eating-disorder/
Helping a loved one with an eating disorder (Carers Pack) - BEAT
Helping someone recover from an eating disorder is not easy. Help yourself help them with our pack for families and carers.
https://beat.contentfiles.net/media/documents/Helpling_a_loved_one_recover_from_an_eating_disorder_-_guide_for_families_and__b64vrRF.pdf
Support with Binge Eating Disorder - BEAT
Understanding binge eating disorder is the first step towards helping a loved one who struggles with it.
https://beat.contentfiles.net/media/documents/1409-beat-bed-carers-booklet-a5-lres-single-pages.pdf
Information for Athletes- NEDA
Learn more about how eating disorders show up for athletes, and what you can do to support yourself or a loved one.
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/athletes-and-eating-disorders/
This article will give you a few ideas on what you can do to help someone who is struggling with an Eating Disorder.
www.beateatingdisorders.org.uk/get-information-and-support/support-someone-else/tips-for-supporting-somebody-with-an-eating-disorder/
Helping a loved one with an eating disorder (Carers Pack) - BEAT
Helping someone recover from an eating disorder is not easy. Help yourself help them with our pack for families and carers.
https://beat.contentfiles.net/media/documents/Helpling_a_loved_one_recover_from_an_eating_disorder_-_guide_for_families_and__b64vrRF.pdf
Support with Binge Eating Disorder - BEAT
Understanding binge eating disorder is the first step towards helping a loved one who struggles with it.
https://beat.contentfiles.net/media/documents/1409-beat-bed-carers-booklet-a5-lres-single-pages.pdf
Information for Athletes- NEDA
Learn more about how eating disorders show up for athletes, and what you can do to support yourself or a loved one.
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/athletes-and-eating-disorders/