Workshops, Retreats, and Treatment Support Groups FOR CLIENTS seeking paid, professional help with eating disorders in a short, intensive group format (see below listed by state)

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States with professionally led support groups:  California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana,  Massachusetts, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin

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California (scan down):

Albany, CA - Merciful Eating Group. Facilitator: Jane Rachel Kaplan, PhD, MPH. This group is designed to combine psycho-dynamic, cognitive and mindfulness-based approaches to discovering and maintaining a healthy relationship to food, body, and weight. It embodies a sensitivity to non-diet approaches, self compassion, and developing a healthy lifestyle, even in the face of time, economic, and health constraints. We will use the book The Uncandy Bar, which I wrote to help people with the psychology of their relationship to food and body. The initial group is six sessions and will continue if members are interested. I've been leading weight management and eating disorder groups for many years, and am excited about this multi-dimensional approach. The group meets in the afternoon. A pre-group interview is required. Flyer: http://www.optimaleating.com/articles/merciful-eating.pdf. If you're interested in discussing this group call 510-524-6117, or email janerachelkaplan@gmail.com.

Beverly Hills, CA Support Group: Feeding The Soul - A process group for individuals struggling with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating and Negative Body Image. This group is open to 6 individuals at a time (male and female). Topics include: Mindful Eating, How to manage disordered behaviors, Body acceptance, etc. The group meets weekly in Beverly Hills, and is led by Erin Naimi, RD. For more information please contact Erin at 310-229-5290 or erinnaimi@heartofnutrition.com.  
 
 

Beverly Hills, CA: Eating Disorder Treatment and Support Group meets on Tuesday evenings at 7:00pm in Beverly Hills facilitated by Linda Blakeley, Ph.D. psychologist. There is a 12 session commitment. For more information go to www.drlindablakeley.com or email askdrlinda@drlindablakeley.com.

Camarillo, CA: Healthy Self Image Group for Adolescents. Adolescent group therapy will address the issues of body image, self-esteem, and relationships. When: Wednesdays 5:00- 6:30pm. Cost: $50 per session. For more information email susanrichter.mft@verizon.net. A prior consultation is required. Call Susan at 805-987-3162 ext. 5 for more information.

Camarillo, CA: Eating Disorders Recovery Skills Group. In a safe, supportive environment you will learn... Gentle awareness of eating disorder triggers and development of skills/resources to experience: Freedom from emotional or stress eating/dieting; Freedom from purging, compulsive exercise, or self-starvation. Practical tools for overcoming a focus on food and weight; Skills for improving body image and self-acceptance; Communication and relationship skills; Personal empowerment in dealing with pressures of appearance-focused culture; When: Tuesdays, 5:00- 6:30pm ongoing. Cost: $65.00 per session (most insurance accepted). Call or email susanrichter.mft@verizon.net Susan Richter to reserve your space. A prior consultation is required. Call Susan at 805-987-3162 ext. 5 for more information.

Camarillo, CA: Body & Soul Process Group. A men's and women's group therapy experience for those interested in improving their relationships with themselves and others. This group is designed to provide a safe and supportive place to explore: Practicing specific skills for relaxation and body awareness, Identifying stress triggers and stopping progression of stress related pain, Managing stress related eating behaviors, Dealing with relationships directly and with greater confidence, Developing conflict resolution skills toward more satisfying interactions, When: Mondays, 5:00 - 6:30pm. Cost: $65.00 per session (insurance may apply). Co-Facilitators: Susan Baker, MA, MFT and Susan Richter, MA, MFT. Call or email susanrichter.mft@verizon.net Susan Richter to reserve your space. A prior consultation is required. Call Susan at 805-987-3162 ext. 5 for more information.

Glendora, CA: Eating Disorders and Body Image Group. Topics include: Isolation vs. Reaching Out, Thoughts vs. Feelings, Stuffing vs. Acknowledging Feelings, Criticism vs. Praise, Aggressive Communication vs. Assertive Communication, Black and White vs. Rainbow Thinking, Emotional vs. Physical Hunger. The group is limited to a maximum of 6 women, so call soon to learn more and reserve your spot! Facilitator: Ilissa Banhazl, MFT. Wednesday evenings 7:00-8:30pm (ongoing). Fee: $35 per session (PPO Insurance reimbursement). Call 626-335-0903.

La Verne CA: Eating Disorder Support Group. This is an ongoing group for highly motivated adults who want success in their recovery. The group is a combination of goals setting, here and now processing and self exploration. The group meets Wednesday evenings from five-thirty to seven PM and seven thirty to nine. The cost is eighty dollars a month and there is a screening interview required. Those interested should call the facilitator Bette Ozburn LMFT at 909 392-3731.

Lake Forest, CA: Family Resource/Support Group. This support group is appropriate for anyone whose loved one is or may be suffering from anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, compulsive overeating, or binge eating disorder. Participants learn about eating disorders, what they can and cannot do to help, and how to best manage the effects the disorder has on relationships. Licensed therapists specializing in eating disorders provide psychoeducation and tips to help families gain coping skills to better facilitate the recovery process. Groups will take place at Rebecca's House weekly on Thursday nights, from 6:00 - 7:15 pm. We look forward to helping your loved one recover. Please RSVP to familysupport@rebeccashouse.org or call 800-711-2062.

Los Angeles, CA: Compulsive Overeater's Support Group for Women. Tuesday night from 7:30-9:00pm, 12 step flavor, but NOT required. Participants can, but need not be in individual therapy elsewhere. For more information call Jack Nelson Soll, LMFT at 310-471-2210, email JNSoll@aol.com.

Oakland, CA: Compulsive Over Eating Support Group- Monday Evening. This group integrates a psychodynamic orientation with a non-diet approach to help clients explore the underlying emotional, familial and cultural issues that lie at the heart of compulsive overeating and body hatred. Clients learn to recognize their body's cues of hunger and satisfaction and develop a positive body image. For more information, email danaschwartz510@email.com or call Dana Schwartz, MFT at 510-663-8783.

Palos Verdes Estates, CA/South Bay - Eating Disorder Support Group for Women over 30. Tuesday evenings. Facilitator: Gwen Grabb, MFT. Location: 334 Tejon Place, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90277. Call 310 373-9090 for more information.

Palos Verdes Estates, CA/South Bay - Eating Disorder Recovery Group Forming. Facilitator: Gwen Grabb, MFT. Location: 334 Tejon Place, Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90277. Call 310-373-9090 for more information.
 

Redwood City, CA - Eating and Weight Management Program for Emotional eaters.  A 12 week psycho-educational and support group for women who are chronically struggling with their relationship with food and weight. Tuesday Evenings 6:30 - 8:00. Groups starting every three months. Cost: $540 for 12 week program (if paid in advance) or $50 per group meeting.  For additional information about the group program , go to www.eatingandemotion.com or contact Dr. Kay Bolter at (650) 780-0619.

Santa Barbara/San Luis Obispo, CA: Women and Eating Disorders Group Therapy. Through an emotionally secure and confidential therapeutic environment participants can explore freely their own needs and objectives while overcoming eating disordered behaviors. Santa Barbara Wednesday evenings 6:15-7:30pm, San Luis Obispo Thursday evenings 6:15-7:30pm, Cost: $50.00. Call Angela R. Wurtzel, MFT, CEDS at 805-884-9794 for a complimentary consultation for inclusion in these groups or visit www.angelawurtzelmft.com.

Santa Monica, CA:  Distorted eating and body image issues with emphasis on mindfulness training group.  Do You Struggle With Any Of The Following? Anorexia, Bulimia, Compulsive Overeating, Disordered Eating, Poor Body Image, Low Self-Esteem, Self-Sabotaging Behavior, Family/Relationship Issues. This support Group is Co-Facilitated By 2 Experienced Licensed Therapists; Every Tuesday Evening: 6:30pm – 8:00pm. Call Lea Roussos 800-844-4545, email Leamft@Aol.Com or Pam Siegel 310-475-3461, email psiegelmft@gmail.com There is no fee, the group is based on donations. Location: 1460 Seventh Street, Suite 206 Santa Monica, CA.

Santa Rosa, CA: Two Groups - One group is called "Full Living" and is for those struggling with compulsive or emotional eating and weight issues. The other group is called "Nourishing the Self" for those struggling with Anorexia and Bulimia. Both groups are experiential and based in expressive arts, along with spiritual psychology and dialectical behavior therapy. No art experience necessary. Space is limited. Irene Ives, Ph.D. Call 707-484-4082.

Sierra Madre, CA Support Groups: For those in recovery from an ED. Wednesday evenings in Sierra Madre California. Meets from seven to eight thirty pm. $35 per group fee. Call Bette Ozburn, LMFT at 909-392-3731.

Walnut Creek, CA: Do you: Obsess about food and weight or constantly start diets which do not work for one reason or another? Do you feel hopeless about your relationship with food and yourself? Support Groups forming for women who suffer from bulimia and other compulsive eating disorders. In a safe and supportive environment find out more about: the relationship between stress in your life and overeating, why diets don't work, your attitudes, beliefs and feelings which trigger the urge to overeat and purge, new ways to nurture yourself and take charge of your life. When: Groups are on-going. Cost: $50 per session--Insurance accepted. Group Sessions will be led by Jean Hayek, MA, Master in Clinical Psychology, Licensed Marriage, Family Therapist (Lic. #MFC22952); Individual, Couple and Group Psychotherapy. Jean has over 25 years experience treating eating disorders. Call 925-933-8408 for more information.

West Los Angeles: A process group for women, 21+, with all types of EDs. A safe place to talk about the issues behind calories, thinness and body image obsessions, and not feel alone. We address the complexities of family, relationships and self esteem. Contact Dr. Janet K. Smith, 310.473-6169 for further information or visit www.weighty-issues.com.

Woodland Hills, CA: "Recovered Life" Skills Group: Over the course of 8 weeks, learn 7 skills that empower you to break through poor body image and free yourself from eating disorder thoughts/behaviors. This group is appropriate for anyone who struggles with an eating disorder or body image distress. For more information contact Alison Cook-Ross at 818-836-4600. 

Woodland Hills, CA: "Hunger Balance" Skills Group: Over the course of 8 weeks, learn 7 skills that balance your hunger and begin to put eating and weight issues behind you. This group is appropriate for anyone who feels their hunger is out of control. For more information contact Alison Cook-Ross at 818-836-4600. 

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Boulder, CO: Binge Eating and Bulimia Supportive Therapy Group. Group meets Tuesdays from 7:00-8:30pm. Topics include: Emotional eating, overeating, binge eating, purging, chronic dieting, over exercising, depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts about food, weight, and the scale, poor body image and self-esteem, relationships, perfectionism, assertiveness. For more information contact Joan Unruh, Licensed and Certified Therapist at 303-668-9024 or joan@joanunruh.com.

Englewood, CO: Eating Disorder Support Group on 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Cost: $20. Call Lori Hanson at 720-346-4640 or email: Coach@Learn2Balance.com.

Denver, CO: Body-Centered Emotional Recovery Therapy Group. This group is facilitated by psychotherapists Kate Daigle, MA, NCC and Sarah McKelvey, MA, NCC, whose goal is to provide emotional and therapeutic support to those whose bodies and souls have been affected by distress. Some members may be healing from: sexual abuse, depression, grief and loss, eating disorders, substance abuse, emotional eating, divorce, or they may be feeling a disconnect between their minds and bodies. We welcome adult women of all ages to the weekly group to share ideas and support, and listen to and learn from the stories of those who have experiences similar to their own. We will incorporate body-centered healing exercises including mindfulness as well as educational tools and other techniques for reconnecting with the body. We foster a nurturing community of healing, growth, connection, and recovery. Meetings will be held on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:00pm at 709 Clarkson street in Denver. Participation in each group is $25. Want more information? Have questions? Please RSVP and let us know to expect you by calling or emailing us any time: Body-centered emotional recovery group 720-663-8827 or bodycenteredgroup@gmail.com.

Denver, CO:  Eating Disorder Center of Denver (EDC-Denver) has the following groups. 1) Art Therapy Support Group.  This ongoing, weekly group utilizes art and creativity by incorporating various types of art media to facilitate a connection with others and self.  The group emphasizes mindfulness, self-discovery and the actions needed to maintain a recovery focus.  2) Aftercare Outpatient Process Group.  An open group consisting of individuals in recovery, who have completed an intense eating disorders program at EDC-D or other treatment program.  3) DBT Skills Training:  Didactic and experiential education in four different skill areas: core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance.  4) Body Image 101: 12 Week ongoing group designed to facilitate the connection between a woman and her body.  A variety of cognitive, behavioral and experiential techniques are used to foster acceptance of the body in all its uniqueness. To participate in an Outpatient Support Group, call 866-771-0861 for information on support group times and fees. All support group meetings are held at the Eating Disorder Center of Denver, 950 S. Cherry Street, Suite 1010, Denver, CO 80246.

Denver, CO: Adult Eating Disorder Group. Location: 7010 Broadway, Suite 205, Denver, CO. Mondays: 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Group facilitators: Julie Bonnell, MA, LPC, LAC and Gary Wareham, MA, LPC, LAC. To register call 303-430-6914. Cost: $40.00 per group.
 

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Weston, FL: ED Recovery Support Group: TEENS is a safe, positive, open group for teens (ages 13-17) currently in therapy and needing additional support in their recovery. The pro-recovery group will aid in those with anorexic, bulimic, and or binge eating disorders/behaviors and will help with body image concerns. Starting January 31, 2012 Group will be held on Tuesday evenings from 7:15 until 8:30 p.m. $50 per group. For more information contact Nicolle Arbelaez Lopez, Psy.D. at 954-804-5144 or visit www.soflapsychology.com.

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Indianapolis, IN: Support Group. Wednesday night, 5:00-6:30pm. Call Diana L. EtsHokin, LCSW at 317-577-9208 for more information.

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Newton, MA: The Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association (MEDA) Support Groups. For more information on the teen eating disorder group, adult anorexia/bulimia group, adult binge eating/bulimia group and CARE support group contact MEDA at 617-558-1881 or visit www.medainc.org.

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Ann Arbor, MI: Eating Issues and Body Image Therapy Groups for various ages (high school, college age, and women over 30). These 12 weeks groups are offered at least once a year. Dr. Szuch also runs Parent Support Groups to help support families and loved ones through their own journey of recovery. Call or email for more specific group information at 734-741-8584 or visit sherisl@comcast.net.

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St. Louis, Missouri: Eating Disorders Open Support Group, at McCallum Place. Time/Day: Every Tuesday evening from 7:00-8:00pm.  This group is open to anyone in the community struggling with disordered eating or those unable to attend a higher level of care and is led by a group therapist. There is a $10 charge for each group.  For more information, go to www.mccallumplace.com or call 800-828-8158, ext. 26. Location: McCallum Place, 231 W. Lockwood Ave., Ste. 201, St. Louis, MO, 63119.

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Omaha, NE: Omni Behavioral Health Eating Disorder Clinic offers a support group for individuals suffering from eating disorders in Omaha, NE. Individuals interested should call 402-333-0898 for a brief phone screening and to register for the group. Cost: $20 fee per session. Scholarships may be available.

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Highland Park, New Jersey: Eating Disorder and Compulsive Overeating Groups. Thursday Evenings 5:45 to 7pm in New York City (in Midtown Manhattan centrally located to the Port Authority, Grand Central, Penn Station and all subway lines). This group is for people struggling with compulsive eating, food addiction, Bulimia and body image concerns. This group helps break down isolation, create better connections outside of the therapy room and empower participants to achieve a full recovery. New Group beginning in New Jersey on Mondays. The group leader is an extremely experienced eating disorder therapist who has lead support and psychotherapy groups for over 20 years and lectures frequently to eating disorder therapists and the public on eating disorder recovery. Individual therapy is also available in New York City and New Jersey for people in need of psychotherapy and support with a therapist with an unusually high rate of recovery. For more information, contact Joanne Gerr MSW CSW at 732-247-5112 or 212-750-8130.

Florham Park, NJ: DBT Skills Group. The goal of this group is to help the members develop skills for effectively living their lives without compulsively eating, binging, purging, not eating at all or compulsively exercising. Often we just don't have the skills needed to do so. This program was designed to help each member achieve an enhanced quality of life. Through the following modules: (1) Core Mindfulness –To increase self awareness and learn to focus effectively on one thing at a time. (2) Distress Tolerance Skills- Consist of techniques and crisis survival strategies. These skills help individuals to behave in a less impulsive and self-destructive manner. (3) Emotional Regulation- Presents a model for discussing and understanding emotions, as well as methods to decrease negative emotions and to increase positive emotions. (4) Interpersonal Effectiveness–To improve relationship satisfaction and communication skills. For more information contact Susan Simon-Fleischer, LCSW, phone: 973-535-3626 or therapywithsusan@gmail.com.

Florham Park, NJ: Examining Your Relationship with Food. Learn to eat mindfully. Stop problematic eating patterns. Decrease cravings, urges, and preoccupation with food. Determine if you are using food to self-soothe and to regulate mood. Examine your past, present, and future relationship with food. Through awareness and new insight, develop new ways to deal with intense feelings and life's stressors. Develop new skills and action plans for following through with your goals. For more information contact Susan Simon-Fleischer, LCSW 973-535-3626 or therapywithsusan@gmail.com.

Montclair, NJ - Young Adult Eating Disorder Group. This weekly psychotherapy group is for young adult women struggling with anorexia and bulimia, ages 17- 28, approximately. The group will concentrate on your continuing recovery issues as it relates to addressing eating disordered thinking and behaviors and returning to full living in relation to socializing, relationships, school, and work. The focus is on the “dinosaur” of recovery – body image. Other themes that will be addressed are independence, separating from one’s family, adjusting to college, living on one’s own, being responsible for one’s own health and recovery. For maximum therapeutic benefit, participants should be in concurrent individual therapy. To schedule your initial consultation and to obtain more information call 973-783-2292, visit www.WomensTherapy.net or email BReese@WomensTherapy.net.

Montclair, NJ - Ongoing Group for Adult Women with Eating and Body Image Struggles. Meeting Time/Day: Two Sunday mornings per month, 9:30 – 11:00am. This existing group is for adult women who have already worked with the non-diet approach and feel the need for ongoing peer support. Utilizes workbooks and experiential therapies – journal writing, guided imagery, and art therapy. Cost: $75.00 per group. To schedule your initial consultation and to obtain more information call 973-783-2292, visit www.WomensTherapy.net or email BReese@WomensTherapy.net.

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Manhattan: New York City: Open Process Group and Supported Dinner Meal - Separate Adolescent and Adult Eating Disorder Treatment Groups - Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder. Each group involves 5-7 participants in various stages of recovery, medically stable and currently in individual treatment. Date/Time: Adults (ages 18 and up) on Wednesday evenings from 6:00-7:10pm and Adolescents (13-18 years old) on Mondays from 4:30-5:40pm. Where: 330 West 58th Street, Suite 501, New York, NY 10019. Description: Group involves exploration into the emotional issues driving and maintaining disordered behaviors. Participants work toward increased insight into the function of the disorder, symptom triggers, and the role of self-esteem and body image. Contact Melissa Gerson LCSW at 646-414-1446 ext. 102 for more information.

Manhattan: New York City and New Jersey: Eating Disorder and Compulsive Overeating Groups. Thursday Evenings 5:45 to 7pm in New York City (in Midtown Manhattan centrally located to the Port Authority, Grand Central, Penn Station and all subway lines). This group is for people struggling with compulsive eating, food addiction, Bulimia and body image concerns. This group helps break down isolation, create better connections outside of the therapy room and empower participants to achieve a full recovery. New Group beginning in New Jersey on Mondays. The group leader is an extremely experienced eating disorder therapist who has lead support and psychotherapy groups for over 20 years and lectures frequently to eating disorder therapists and the public on eating disorder recovery. Individual therapy is also available in New York City and New Jersey for people in need of psychotherapy and support with a therapist with an unusually high rate of recovery. She is also available for lectures on prevention and treatment issues. For more information, contact Joanne Gerr MSW, CSW at 212-750-8130 or 732-247-5112.

New York, NY - Ongoing Embodiment Group for Women. For women college age and older who feel preoccupied with and/or disconnected from their bodies. The group uses interpersonal dynamics to explore relational patterns that may aid or impede self-awareness and self-care. This group meets on Wednesday evenings at 6:00pm. Contact: Catherine Baker-Pitts, Ph.D., Phone: 917-670-8661.

New York, NY - Ongoing psychotherapy group for women struggling with eating and body image problems. Monday evenings from 7:00-8:15pm. Call Joanne Messina, LCSW for further information. Phone: 212-501-6033.

New York, NY - The Eating Disorder Resource Center offers an ongoing psychotherapy group for younger women (ages 21-31) who struggle with bulimia. It's every Wednesday from 7:15-8:30pm and $60 a session. The group offers people an opportunity to understand the underlying psychological and emotional functions of their disorders, while behaviorally working to change their symptoms. Contact Dede Kammerling, LCSW at the Eating Disorder Resource Center, 212-724-9406 for more information.

New York, NY - The Women's Therapy Centre Institute offers Four and Six Week Groups on Eating and Body Image Problems. These therapist led groups will look at the psychological issues behind the meaning of fat and thin, obsessive thinking, how to feed oneself when hungry and stop when full. Six week groups are for the public; four week groups are for practitioners to work on their own eating/body image problems. Contact the Women's Therapy Institute at wtcinyc@mac.com or 212-721-7005 for more information. 

New York, NY: B.I.T.E.  B.I.T.E.® Mentoring Group (The Body Image Transformation Experience). Register at http://www.franweiss.com or call 212-362-6019. *Limited space: Maximum of 9 candidates will be accepted for group. Insurance reimbursement can be applied for. For Those Who: Overeat Despite Intellectual, Emotional, and Nutritional Knowledge; Feel In and Out of Control; Are in Battle with Themselves; Are Afraid to Hope That the Urge to Eat Can Ever Be Resolved and Have Body Image Issues. The Group Will: Partner with you to be a "change agent" in your interaction with food; Move you from your stuck position; Teach you skills learned from advances in neuro-science to achieve self regulation and Make use of experiential methods geared to shake up negative body image towards a more balanced, positive perception of self.

Scarsdale Support Groups (Registration for all support groups must be at least 48 hours in advance):

Scarsdale, NY - Mixed Eating Disorders Group. Where: Scarsdale & Mt. Kisco Offices (two separate groups) When: Thursday evenings, Cost: $75 per weekly session. Format: discussion, support, some written, cognitive and art-related exercises to advance one’s understanding of triggers, family influences, alternate coping skills and more. Population: females, ages approximately 17-30, with any variety of eating disorders such as Anorexia, Bulimia and/or Compulsive Overeating. Contact: Mt. Kisco Group: Kristin Lore, LCSW, 914-244-1904, #2. Scarsdale Group: Dr. Elissa Zelman 914-472-4019.

Scarsdale, NY - Finding Your Voice Through Art -- A six week (1x weekly) Eating Disorder Recovery Workshop. Art therapy is an innovative, safe and experiential way to explore underlying issues relating to eating disorders. Using textiles and paints participants will identify eating disorder triggers and connect to their emotions through art. Weekly workshops will focus on defining personal goals and utilizing artwork to support recovery from eating disorders such as: Increasing Self Esteem, Identifying personal strengths, Identifying difficult relationships and expressing them through art, Connecting with others and developing positive relationships while creating a work of art, which supports your recovery. Where: Scarsdale Office • $75 per group Contact: Dr. Elissa Zelman, 914-472-4019.

Scarsdale, NY - Monthly Support Groups for Eating Disorder Sufferers. You should attend if you wish to: Get support and explore the opportunity to learn more about eating disorders. Learn about new tools for symptom management. Share your experiences and concerns in a safe, confidential, and supportive atmosphere. Call: 914-472-4019.

Westbury, NY - Women's Self-Awareness, Self-Care and Self-Realization Groups. Focusing on the interrelationships and connections between issues such as: embracing your feelings; making peace with food, weight, aging and body-image; nurturing and healing relationships; acknowledging your worth; getting your hungers and needs met in life, finding your voice and being heard; satisfying your appetites; sexuality, spirituality and aliveness; body, body-self and sense of self and balance, awareness and mindfulness. Date/Time: Tuesday evening from 7:00 - 8:30pm, Initial 8 week commitment required. Carle-Place - Westbury area, EDA Counseling Center/Eating Wellness Programs, 900 Merchants Concourse, Westbury, New York 11590 Suite 403, phone: 516-794-7328. Facilitated by: Sondra Kronberg, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.

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Chapel Hill, NC: Group for women who engage in restricting, bingeing, purging/compensatory behaviors and/or compulsive exercise. This is a process group with an emphasis on eating and body image issues. The group meets every other Monday evening, 5:30-7. Cost per group is $50.  All members must also be in individual therapy, as the group is designed to be an adjunct to individual therapy as part of a treatment/recovery program. Prospective members must meet with me for an intake prior to their first group. The intake lasts about a half-hour and costs $50. Deborah Klinger, MA, LMFT, Office: 919-990-1143, Website: www.pizzadreams.com/dk, Email: dklinger@pizzadreams.com.

Chapel Hill, NC: Group is for women whose disordered eating involves bingeing without compensatory behaviors, compulsive overeating, dieting and/or overweight/obesity issues. This is a process group with an emphasis on eating and body image issues. This group meets every other Monday evening, 5:30-7. Cost per group is $50.  All members must also be in individual therapy, as the group is designed to be an adjunct to individual therapy as part of a treatment/recovery program. Prospective members must meet with me for an intake prior to their first group. The intake lasts about a half-hour and costs $50. Deborah Klinger, MA, LMFT, Office: 919-990-1143, Website: www.pizzadreams.com/dk, Email: dklinger@pizzadreams.com.

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Sylvania, OH: River Centre Clinic, located at 5465 Main Street, Sylvania, OH -  Eating Disorder Recovery Support Group Weekly meetings each Monday, from 6:45pm - 8:15pm.  Next 8-week session begins on September 12, 2011.  To register, please contact Jan Lockert, RN @ 419-206-1306. $40 for 8-week session, must be paid on September 12, 2011. All members must be seeing an outpatient therapist.

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Portland, OR: Mind and Body Integration offers an Eating Disorder group for women ages 21-45 struggling with eating disorders. The group is led by Kathleen Love, Licensed Professional Counselor. The group meets from 5:30-6:20pm. Location is: 8020 SW Cirrus Drive, Beaverton, OR. Cost per group: $25 ($10 for clients of Mind and Body Integration). Call in advance if you would like to attend. 503-807-2704. .

Portland, OR: "Food Is Not The Enemy: The Essentials." This is a psychoeducational teleclass that address the steps to take to end emotional eating. The group is led by Anne Cuthbert, Licensed Professional Counselor. For more information visit http://foodisnottheenemy.com/events.html, email anne@cuthbert.org or call 503-766-3399.

Portland, OR: "Food Is Not The Enemy: Healing the Obsession." This is a process group that meets weekly. The group is led by Anne Cuthbert, Licensed Professional Counselor. Cost: $150 per month. For more information visit http://foodisnottheenemy.com/events.html, email anne@cuthbert.org or call 503-766-3399.

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Ambler, PA - Therapy Group For Lap Band and Bariatric Surgery patients. This group is for patients who are experiencing difficulty with maintenance and regain. Limited to 8 people, the group focuses seriously on member goals for change and meets every other Saturday morning from 10:00-11:15am in Ambler, PA. Cost: $27.00 per session. For more information contact Carol Signore, MS, LMFT, FAED, at 215-540-9675 or Carol@myselfdesign.com.

Berwyn, PA - Ongoing Creative Expression Support Groups: 1. Women’s Group on Fridays from 6:30 – 8:00pm. 2. Girl's Group on Sunday from 5:30 - 7:00pm Explore thoughts and feelings in a supportive and safe environment. The use of art, creative writing & dialog uniquely honors each woman's struggles and triumphs. Facilitated by Michelle L. Dean, MA, ATR-BC, LPC, CGP. Board Certified Art Psychotherapist, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Group Psychotherapist; Co-Founder of The Center for Psyche & the Arts, LLC. Individual and family counseling, supervision and professional training available. Dates and times subject to change. For more information: 610-259-2550 ext. 2, email: michelle@psychearts.org or visit: http://psychearts.org 

Glenside, PA - Survivors Becoming Thrivers. Ongoing interpersonal process group where an environment of safety allows members to explore their journey with peers and an experienced group leader. All members check in and then a few members take more time to work in more depth on whatever current or old issues they want to address (e.g. relationships, PTSD symptoms, anger, shame, friendships, family issues, their abuse experiences if and when they are ready). Each potential group member comes for a free individual screening session to ensure that the group is the appropriate setting for each individually and together as a group. Rachel Breskman, M.Ed., C.A.C., 215-886-5611.

King of Prussia, PA: Saturday Eating Disorder Support Group - 9-11 AM Saturdays - this is closed group that accepts new members every 12 weeks. This group has 8-10 members and focuses on body image, underlying issues, interpersonal relationships and coping skills for eating disorder recovery. This group is open to all ages and eating disorder types. Tamie Beeman-Gangloff, MA. Phone: (602) 710-0876. Email: ism5597@yahoo.com. Contact the group leader for details and fees.

King of Prussia, PA: Weekly lunchtime meal support/coping skills group: Wednesdays from 11:30-1:30. Clients will bring their appropriate lunch - we will eat as a group and process it. Then, we will utilize experiential therapy or DBT skills to work on healing past wounds and getting to a deeper place for long-term recovery. Group fee is $30 per group. Tamie Beeman-Gangloff, MA. Phone: 602-710-0876. Email: ism5597@yahoo.com. Contact the group leader for details.

King of Prussia, PA: Monthly couples' support group: Most family groups are aimed at the parent/child relationship. However, if you are in a relationship with a significant other, they most likely play an important role in your recovery. Studies have shown that inclusion of your partner in your treatment is beneficial and can assist in leading to long term recovery. This group will meet the first Monday of every month to begin Monday February 6th from 7-8:30. Phone: 602-710-0876. Email: ism5597@yahoo.com.  Group fee is $60 per couple.

Philadelphia, PA: Psychotherapy Group for Women Struggling with Anorexia or Bulimia. Hosted by Deborah Reeves, MGPGP, LPC, CGP. Every Thursday evening from 6.30pm-8.00pm. Cost $55.00 per session. The aim of the group is to assist individuals in working on similar themes and group discussions concerning the function of eating problems, taking the fear out of food, working on accepting feelings and needs, and body image issues. All members are interviewed prior to the group. It is recommended that all individuals for this group have experience in individual treatment. This is a completely private and confidential group. Contact Deborah Reeves, MGPGP, LPC, CGP at 215 732 1612 or email at Dr@healing-minds.com All questions and Inquiries welcome.

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Houston, TX Support Group: Eating Disorder support groups, for more information contact Karen Siegel, MPH, RD, LD at 713-721-7755.

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Herndon, VA: Making Peace with Food: On-Going Conquering Emotional Eating and Binge Eating Group. Learn strategies to overcome overeating, learn and apply the skills of mindfulness to your food relationship, create and foster body acceptance, build self-esteem, all in a supportive environment. Group held on Tuesday evenings from 8-9:00 p.m. Geared towards those struggling with emotional eating and binge eating. Cost $200 per month. For more information contact Michelle Market, LPC at 703-597-7869 or email lpc@michellmarket.com or visit www.michellemarket.com.

Herndon, VA: The Path to Recovery Eating Disorder Support Group. Explore the role and causes of your eating disorder, identify healthy coping skills, challenge negative thinking, create a positive body image, and make peace with your eating disorder. Appropriate for those struggling with anorexia or bulimia or eating disorder nos. Group held on Tuesday evenings from 7:00-8:00pm. Cost $200 per month. For more information contact Michelle Market, LPC at 703-597-7869 or email lpc@michellmarket.com or visit www.michellemarket.com.

Herndon, VA: Ongoing Group Therapy for Teens. Monday nights from 7-8pm for 12-16 year old girls who are struggling with Anorexia, Bulimia or Binge Eating Disorder. Cost of group is 50 dollars a session or 180 a month. Insurance is not accepted but invoices will be given out. Please call 703-589-6826 or email heathernbaker@heatherbakerlcsw.com to register.

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Seattle, WA: Groups Available: 1) Let Go Of The Scale & Get A Life: 40-ish and up. 2) Let Go Of The Scale & Get A Life- Eating Disorders Q & A Teleclass. With Jennifer Adler, Nutritionist and Sue Bates, Therapist. 3) Independence From Eating Disorders - 20-somethings. 4) Weight Loss You Can Live With. Contact: Sue Bates M.Ed. Phone: 206-612-3828. For more details, visit the website: www.IEDinstitute.com Email: sue@suebates.com
 

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Madison, WI - Women's Eating Disorder Therapy Group: Mondays 5:30- 7:00pm. Therapy group for women who struggle with their relationship with food. Learn how to treat your body right. Learn how to defeat your self-defeating thoughts and behaviors. Learn positive personal body image. Learn healthier ways to cope. This is not a time-limited group or closed group due to the difficult and ever-changing demands of recovery. However, this group is limited to 8 members. A pre-screening/initial evaluation is required prior to beginning this group. Most health insurance will cover some cost or self-pay is accepted in the amount of $35 per group session. For more information, call Jennifer M. Warner MSE, LPC, 608-251-6590 or email jmwassociates1@att.net.

Milwaukee, WI -  Eating Disorder Group facilitated by Rachel Quast, M.A. Group time: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday's in the evening. Cost: $30/group. For more information contact 414-303-1134 or http://www.9shed.com/SitePages/Home.aspx.

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