Eating Recovery Center

Eating Recovery Center Our eating disorders program provides evidence-based treatment for all types of eating disorders, including ARFID and Binge Eating Disorder.

About Eating Recovery Center Irvine

Located in Irvine, California – in Orange County – ERC Irvine serves medically-stable adolescents and adults with eating disorders. This center is our second in the state and first in Southern California, with a PHP program that provides supportive meals and snacks 7 days a week, with daily opportunities to practice new recovery skills in a safe, healing environment.

Ride the waveeeeeee 🌊Heard of urge surfing? If not, here's a quick breakdown of what it is: Urge surfing is a skill or a...
10/29/2025

Ride the waveeeeeee 🌊

Heard of urge surfing? If not, here's a quick breakdown of what it is:

Urge surfing is a skill or a technique that can be used to ride the wave for urges for engaging in target behaviors or any maladaptive behaviors that we know are not serving us and staying present in the life we want to be present in. The goal of urge surfing is not to eliminate desires, urges or impulses — that's nearly impossible! The goal is to learn that not all desires, urges or impulses must be satisfied or responded to.

Put this in your back pocket for the next time you're having a hard moment. 💙

10/24/2025

In what ways has recovery surprised you?

A round up of book recommendations from some of our teammates for ! 📚 Swipe through for the recommendations, and read b...
10/23/2025

A round up of book recommendations from some of our teammates for ! 📚 Swipe through for the recommendations, and read below for their thoughts on the books. 🤗

James: "The Endurance was a ship that sank in the Antarctic ocean during a science expedition in 1915. The team (23 sailors) took over 100 days to hike over 800 miles back to civilization and every member of the crew survived. It is an amazing story of humans coming together and overcoming the odds to reach safety. It is a reminder to me that no matter how bad things may look at any given second; there is always hope and a path forward."

Tobi: "The inner work is for those who have already started their journeys to understanding themselves. This book pulls from many cultures, religions, philosophy and psychology offering a humble invitation to those who yearn for a deeper understanding of lasting happiness."

Rachel: "The book Group by Christie Tate is a captivating true story about a woman from Chicago participating in group therapy and changing her entire life for the better. She is brutally honest throughout the entirety of the book, exposing the most vulnerable parts of herself to prove to herself and others that real change is possible and tolerating uncomfortability and distress can be worth it. I highly recommend to anyone struggling with feeling hopeless, especially regarding their mental health, grief, stress, life changes, and anything else life has decided to throw at you. Enjoy!"

Christine (Slide 1!): "Penguin Problems by Jory John is the story of an unhappy penguin who learns about acceptance of the present moment and perspective shifting to view his world differently."

Christine (Slide 2!): "Grover Goes to School by Dan Elliott tackles very adult issues such as codependent behaviors of giving beyond one's capacity and minimizing needs as seen through the child's eyes of the Sesame Street character Grover . He wants all his new class mates to like him so he trades his favorite crayons and snack items, comes to understand the benefits of setting boundaries and advocating for himself, and learns that he can still make friends even when he sets boundaries."

10/23/2025

Recovery will *never* be perfect, no matter how hard you try. This is your gentle reminder that embracing the messiness is sometimes all you can do. 💙

Even if you feel ready for recovery, it can be scary... especially in the early days. You may have questions floating ar...
10/22/2025

Even if you feel ready for recovery, it can be scary... especially in the early days.

You may have questions floating around your mind like "What if I don't know who I am without my eating disorder?" or "What if I miss the control?" or "What if I have to *feel* things instead of numb them?"

If you relate to any of these thoughts — you're *really* not alone. It's normal to question what life will be like without your eating disorder.

The last four slides here will help offer a bit of a perspective shift... What if you love who you become? What if food becomes joyful again? What if you allow yourself to take up space? Take what messages you resonate with. 💙

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If you're in need of support, or if you're looking for treatment options, browse our programming and resources:

For free assessments, call: 720-613-6769
For treatment options, visit: eatingrecoverycenter.com/treatment
For free support groups, visit: eatingrecoverycenter.com/support-groups

Some of *your* favorite memes and quotes have been sprinkled throughout our centers here in Denver. 🥹💙
10/21/2025

Some of *your* favorite memes and quotes have been sprinkled throughout our centers here in Denver. 🥹💙

Diet culture has taught us to fear things that aren't *inherently* scary. 😵‍💫Things like carbs ("they'll make you gain w...
10/20/2025

Diet culture has taught us to fear things that aren't *inherently* scary. 😵‍💫

Things like carbs ("they'll make you gain weight over night!") and fats ("fat-free means 'healthy'") and rest days ("you're lazy if you skip the gym!").

But those fears are based on lies — lies that are so deeply engrained in us that they feel impossible to leave behind.

So this is your gentle reminder *not* to be afraid of carbs (they're your body and brain's main source of energy!), fats (your body needs dietary fats to absorb things!), rest days (your body *needs* to rest), and "bad" food (food isn't "good" or "bad" and you don't need to earn or justify eating).

10/17/2025

It's timeeee to celebrate those wins! Go on, tell us... what are you proud of this week???

10/17/2025

What's one fear you've overcome in recovery?

Sweet reminders from our centers in Denver. 🥹💙
10/16/2025

Sweet reminders from our centers in Denver. 🥹💙

Experiencing a slip *is not* a sign of failure. Experiencing a slip *is not* a sign of failure. Experiencing a slip *is ...
10/15/2025

Experiencing a slip *is not* a sign of failure.
Experiencing a slip *is not* a sign of failure.
Experiencing a slip *is not* a sign of failure.
Experiencing a slip *is not* a sign of failure.

Be gentle with yourself if you're actively experiencing or have experienced a slip in your recovery journey. 💙

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If you're in need of support, or if you're looking for treatment options, browse our programming and resources:

For free assessments, call: 720-613-6769
For more information on our two-week nutrition recharge program, visit: eatingrecoverycenter.com/treatment/virtual-relapse-prevention-program
For free support groups, visit: eatingrecoverycenter.com/support-groups

10/14/2025

"I want to remind you that you are allowed to take up as much space as you need — physically, emotionally, in every room you walk into.

You don’t have to shrink yourself to make others comfortable. Your voice matters. Your opinions matter.

Your body is about to grow and change and jiggle, and that’s not only okay — it’s beautiful.

You’re allowed to move freely, laugh loudly, rest deeply, and take up space unapologetically.

You’re allowed to eat what you want without guilt. You can wear whatever makes you feel alive, say what’s on your heart, and do what lights you up, even if no one else understands it yet.

The hard moments will come, but so will your strength. You’ll make it through. Just know, this version of you? The one who made it to the other side?

She’s free.

With so much love,

Recovered Me 💙"

— Say It Brave Member, Julia Parzyck ()

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114 Pacifica #450
Irvine, CA
92618

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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