White Pine Center for Healing

White Pine Center for Healing Erie-area’s only center supporting individuals experiencing or recovering from eating disorders, body image issues, weight stigma, and trauma.

We promote healing, recovery, and prevention and guide individuals through their recovery journey. Our evidence-based treatments offer a holistic approach to individual growth and personal healing in a secure and comfortable environment. Our welcoming and private space allows individuals to create a path to recovery through our results-driven programs. Individuals learn to build a healthy relation

ship with food, mind, and body, heal emotionally, and address body image and self-esteem. The Native American symbol for wisdom and growth is White Pine; this symbol is where we gather our name. With these programs, individuals and the community gains wisdom through education and prevention. This wisdom allows them to grow on their healing journey.

05/25/2026

This June, White Pine Center will be participating in the Commonwealth Prevention Conference in Harrisburg as a vendor. We can't wait to share our mission with prevention providers and advocates from around the state!

And last Thursday, WPC participated in the Purple One Sexual Assault Conference, featuring the Gaby Petito Foundation.  ...
05/15/2026

And last Thursday, WPC participated in the Purple One Sexual Assault Conference, featuring the Gaby Petito Foundation. Victims of sexual assault are 4 times more likely to experience an eating disorder.

Last week, White Pine Center participated in two student health fairs, helping students and staff navigate their issues ...
05/15/2026

Last week, White Pine Center participated in two student health fairs, helping students and staff navigate their issues and worries about their bodies and judgments from others.

05/15/2026

White Pine Center apologizes to all of our followers for causing more stress in your lives.
We will proceed legally against people who are making hateful statements and causing harm to our followers.

Did you know that public weigh-ins and comparisons can deeply impact how we view ourselves? Emily’s story highlights the...
05/12/2026

Did you know that public weigh-ins and comparisons can deeply impact how we view ourselves? Emily’s story highlights the importance of shifting from judgment to understanding. Explore more personal experiences and learn how you can support body image healing in our community. Read Emily’s full story: www.whitepinecenter.org/every-body-has-a-story

Every body has a story, and every story deserves compassion. If you could offer kindness to a female elder in your life ...
05/09/2026

Every body has a story, and every story deserves compassion. If you could offer kindness to a female elder in your life who has struggled with body image, what would you say? Share your story with us and help create a community of understanding and support. 💚

Join us this June for our next Lunch & Learn: Breaking the Bias- Addressing Size Stigma in the Workplace. Discover how s...
05/05/2026

Join us this June for our next Lunch & Learn: Breaking the Bias- Addressing Size Stigma in the Workplace.

Discover how size stigma impacts various aspects of the workplace, including hiring, promotions, and daily interactions, and gain practical strategies for creating inclusive workplace cultures.

Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM at The Commonwealth Charter Academy, Erie, PA.

To register, RSVP to marym@whitepinecenter.org.

Every season brings a chance to grow. This spring, we invite you to reflect: What positive change do you want to cultiva...
05/05/2026

Every season brings a chance to grow. This spring, we invite you to reflect: What positive change do you want to cultivate in how you relate to your body? Your voice can spark hope and healing for others—join our storytelling community and let’s grow together! Share your story by scanning the QR code.

Every body has a story—and yours matters. 🌱✨ As we move through this season of growth and renewal, we invite you to take...
04/24/2026

Every body has a story—and yours matters.

🌱✨ As we move through this season of growth and renewal, we invite you to take a few minutes and reflect: What is one thing you’d like to nurture or transform in the way you relate to your body?

Whether it’s more compassion, acceptance, or simply listening to your needs– your journey is important.

We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Share your story with us using the link or QR code below, and help us build a community rooted in empathy, healing, and hope. Your voice could be the encouragement someone else needs today. 💚

In celebration of Earth Day, Mary Machuga, Executive Director of White Pine Center for Healing, and Marcus Bizwa, Commun...
04/23/2026

In celebration of Earth Day, Mary Machuga, Executive Director of White Pine Center for Healing, and Marcus Bizwa, Community Ambassador of Primary Health Network, distributed over 75 White Pine seedlings to staff and clients at the Erie Center for Arts and Technology. We were honored to share this moment at 650 East Ave in Erie, PA– home to The Primary Health Network's Erie County Office– helping our community grow a greener, healthier, and more resilient future together.

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1012 East 28th Street
Erie, PA
16504

Telephone

+18144615617

Website

https://www.whitepinecenter.org/links

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