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mental health resources
Take what you need, go at your own pace, and know this — you are not alone, and healing is possible.
THE LIBRARY
Eating Disorder & BOdy Image
Life Without Ed
A powerful and practical guide to recovery that helps readers learn how to separate their identity from the disorder itself. Blending personal story with recovery strategies, the book encourages readers to build a life where their self is in control by recognizing destructive thoughts, challenging them, and beginning to reclaim their voice and choices. It is honest and hopeful reminding those in recovery that freedom is possible and they are stronger than the voice of Ed.
Loving Someone with an E.D.
A compassionate and practical guide for those supporting a loved one through eating disorder recovery - recommended by my husband, who read it during our dating years! The book helps parents, partners, and friends better understand the complex nature of eating disorders while offering clear guidance on how to respond with both firmness and empathy. Drawing from clinical experience and real-life examples, it provides tools for communication, setting healthy boundaries, and navigating the emotional challenges that come with supporting someone in recovery.
Goodbye Ed, Hello Me
An honest and compassionate look at the emotional work of recovery. The book utilizes Schaefer's personal journey to help readers recognize how an ED can slowly take over identity, relationships, and daily life before guiding them to rediscover their true selves - apart from Ed. It emphasizes recovery is not just about changing behaviors, but about rebuilding a life filled with purpose, freedom, and self-compassion.
The Inside Scoop on E.D. Recovery
A myth-busting guide that offers an honest look at what recovery from an eating disorder really involves. Drawing from their work as therapists and the experiences of those in recovery, these authors address common fears, misconceptions, and challenges people face along the journey. Blending professional insight with practical advice, the book offers readers practical tools, tips on building healthier relationships with food and their bodies, and encourages the building of self-compassion. No, recovery is not linear, but lasting healing is possible.
Breaking Free of Body Shame
A faith-centered exploration of body image that invites women to rethink the way they view their bodies. Rather than focusing on appearance of cultural beauty standards, Connolly points readers back to the truth that our worth is rooted in being created and loved by God. Through Scripture, personal stories and practical reflection the book encourages women to release shame and step into freedom - learning to see their bodies as gifts designed for purpose, not objects for criticism. This book has an accompanying study guide that can be useful for further self or group guided study!
Anxiety & other mental health Conditions
Anxious for Nothing
A faith-centered guide for navigating anxiety through promises of Scripture. Drawing from Philippians 4, Lucado walks readers through a practical path toward peace by learning to turn worries into prayer, rest in God's presence, and trust Him with what feels overwhelming. The book reminds readers that while anxiety is a common human struggle, it doesn't have to control our lives.
The Body Keeps Score
Explores how trauma impacts both the mind and body. Drawing from decades of research and clinical experience, Van Der Kolk explains how traumatic experiences can become stored in the body, shaping emotions, behaviors, and physical responses long after the event has passed. The book offers both scientific insight and hope, highlighting a range of treatment approaches that help individuals reconnect with their bodies, process trauma, and move toward healing.
THE SOCIALS
Charis
Nonprofit Faith-Based Treatment for Eating Disorders
Sea Waves
Providing Education, Advocacy, & Support for EDs in the Military Community
Jennifer Rollin
Helping Individuals Recovery from EDs and Find Body Acceptance
Imee Barnes
ED & MH Recovery
You Don't Have to Shrink to Fit Here
Recovery with Chloe
Life After ED
Host of Recovered-Ish Podcast
Recovery Reminders
Daily Recovery Reminders for Anyone in Eating Disorder Recovery
Tori Peyton
Healing, Learning, & Growing
Host of Keep Growing Podcast
THE COMMUNITY
Resources for support, education, and connection with treatment
National Eating Disorder Association
A leading non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families affected by eating disorders. NEDA provides education, advocacy, and resources to help people better understand eating disorders while connecting them with support, treatment, and recovery tools. https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/
International Association of ED Professionals
An organization dedicated to advancing the field of ED treatment. The organization provides specialized training, certification, and education for medical professionals working with those with eating disorders. They also have a directory to assist with connecting people to ED specialists in their area. https://iaedpfoundation.com/
Eating
Disorders Coalition
A national non-profit dedicated to advancing federal recognition of eating disorders as serious mental health conditions. They work to improve prevention, research funding, education, and access to treatment by bringing together healthcare professionals and those with lived experience. https://eatingdisorderscoalition.org/
Academy for Eating
Disorders
An international organization committed to advancing research, education, and best practices in prevention and treatment of eating disorders. They work to promote evidence-based treatment and strengthen the resources available to individuals and families navigating recovery. https://www.aedweb.org/home
Eating
Recovery
Center
A specialized treatment network that provides comprehensive care for individuals struggling with eating disorders, supporting those at every stage of recovery. ERC also offers educational resources and support for families to help them understand and participate in recovery. https://www.eatingrecoverycenter.com
Better Help
An online counseling platform that connects individuals with licensed therapists through virtual sessions, messaging, and video calls. It offers flexible, accessible mental health support for those who may not have local options or prefer the convenience of home. It is not a faith-based program. https://www.betterhelp.com/
Eating
Disorder
Hope
An online resource dedicated to providing education, support, and recovery tools for individuals and families affected by eating disorders. They offer articles, recovery stories, treatment information, and a directory to help connect individuals and professionals/centers. https://www.eatingdisorderhope.com/
F.E.A.S.T.
International nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting parents and caregivers of those with eating disorders. Their mission is to equip families with education, tools, and community so they can play an informed and active role in recovery. https://feast-ed.org/
Finding Balance
A faith based nonprofit dedicated to providing hope, education, and support for eating disorder recovery through online programs, support groups, educational resources, and recovery focused events. Their mission is to make encouragement and community accessible to all on the recovery journey. https://www.findingbalance.com/
Eating
Disorder
Anonymous
Global fellowship of individuals who share their experiences, strength, and hope as they work toward recovery using a 12-step approach. EDA peer-led meetings offer support in developing healthier relationships with food, body image, and self. https://eatingdisordersanonymous.org/
The
Emily
Program
A specialized treatment organization offering a full continuum of care - including outpatient, residential, and inpatient tailored for different stages of recovery. They focus on treating both physical and emotional aspects of the disorder while offering support for all involved. https://emilyprogram.com/
ANAD
A non-profit dedicated to providing free support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by disorders. It offers peer-led groups, mentorship, and recovery resources designed to help people feel less alone. They work to reduce stigma, increase awareness, and let everyone know recovery is possible. https://anad.org/
EDReferral.com
An online resource designed to help individuals find specialized treatment and support for eating disorder recovery. They provide a searchable directory of therapists, dietitians, treatment centers, and support services. They aim to make the process of finding help easier and more accessible. https://www.edreferral.com/
Treatment support
National Eating Disorder Association
With a wide range of resources, NEDA has information on free and low-cost options for support in recovery, that can supplement professional assistance and assist with maintenance in recovery. https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/free-low-cost-support/
Kristen
Haglund Foundation
A non-profit organization dedicated to providing support to those seeking recovery from eating disorders. The foundation works to increase access to care through treatment scholarships for those who may not otherwise be able to afford help. They believe everyone deserves the opportunity to heal. https://kirstenhaglundfoundation.org/
The
Manna
Fund
A non-profit organization dedicated to helping individuals access treatment for eating disorders when financial barriers stand in the way. They provide financial assistance to those seeking care, helping bridge the gap between the need for treatment and the ability to afford it. https://mannafund.org/
Project Heal
A non-profit organization dedicated to making eating disorder recovery more accessible and equitable. Through treatment placement programs, financial assistance, and advocacy efforts, they work to connect individuals with the care they need when barriers stand in the way. https://www.theprojectheal.org/
** many of the resources in the community section have not been personally utilized by myself at this time but have been recommended to me by friends, providers, or have been found in my research for recovery resources.
Many of the resources shared here are ones I have personally read, used, or followed. Others have been thoughtfully recommended to me by trusted Christian mamas whose voices and discernment I value. Because of that, not every resource has been personally vetted by me in full. If you ever come across a resource that raises concern or doesn’t sit right with you, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I’m always willing to take a closer look and thoughtfully address any issues that may arise.
The inclusion of books, pages, or accounts on this site does not imply endorsement, partnership, or shared beliefs with this site. These are simply resources that I—or other trusted mamas—have found helpful at different points along our motherhood journeys.
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