National Alliance for Eating Disorders

National Alliance for Eating Disorders Leading Nonprofit providing education, referrals, & support for all eating disorders.
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Founded in October 2000, National Alliance for Eating Disorders has worked tirelessly to raise awareness; eliminate secrecy and stigma; promote access to care; and support those susceptible to, currently struggling with, and recovered from eating disorders. We create a bridge for those needing and seeking help by connecting people with resources to assist them in recovery. The Alliance offers acce

ssible, comprehensive services, including: free, weekly, therapist-led support groups for those struggling and for their loved ones; educational presentations to schools, healthcare providers, hospitals, treatment centers, and community agencies; support and referrals through findEDhelp, our free, comprehensive help-line, website, and smartphone apps; unique and empowering scale smashing events and SmashTALK panel discussions nationwide;
advocacy for eating disorders and mental health legislation; and
low-cost, life-saving outpatient treatment to underinsured and uninsured adults in south Florida.

In honor of PFD & ARFID Awareness Month, and are proud to partner and highlight these early feeding challenges. Pediat...
05/13/2026

In honor of PFD & ARFID Awareness Month, and are proud to partner and highlight these early feeding challenges.

Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) are more than “picky eating”—they can affect nutrition, growth, emotional well-being, and a child’s long-term relationship with food. Early intervention matters—and support can make a meaningful difference in both physical and emotional health. If you’re concerned, you’re not alone.

The Alliance:
📞 866.662.1235
🔗 allianceforeatingdisorders.com
📧 info@allianceforeatingdisorders.com

Feeding Matters:
📞 800.233.4658
🔗 feedingmatters.org & itsnotpickyeating.org
📧 info@feedingmatters.org

Today, we're partnering with , to highlight an important topic: how AI bodies, editing tools, and social media are resha...
05/11/2026

Today, we're partnering with , to highlight an important topic: how AI bodies, editing tools, and social media are reshaping self-perception. In a world of filters, editing tools, and AI, the way we see ourselves can shift—often without us even realizing it. Constant exposure to curated and altered images can quietly reshape what we think is “normal,” making it easier to fall into comparison, self-criticism, and the feeling that we’re not enough.

Over time, this can take a real toll on body image, self-worth, and mental health.

If you’ve noticed a shift in how you see yourself after scrolling, editing, or being on camera, you’re not alone. These experiences are real, valid, and worth paying attention to.

📞 866.662.1235
📲 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 allianceforeatingdisorders.com

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Meet Laurie 💛Laurie serves as the Outreach & Communications Manager at The Alliance, where she truly we...
05/09/2026

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Meet Laurie 💛

Laurie serves as the Outreach & Communications Manager at The Alliance, where she truly wears many hats—from social media and marketing to trainings, fundraising events, and behind-the-scenes operations. No two days look the same, and she thrives in the variety and purpose her role brings. Her connection to The Alliance is deeply personal. After first being introduced to the organization in high school through her own recovery journey with an eating disorder, Laurie began attending support groups and has been involved in various capacities for over a decade.

What makes her work most meaningful is the full-circle experience of now giving back to the same organization that once supported her. We’re so grateful for the heart and dedication Laurie brings to The Alliance community every day 💛

This Celiac Disease Awareness Month, we’re recognizing the complexity of navigating medically necessary dietary restrict...
05/08/2026

This Celiac Disease Awareness Month, we’re recognizing the complexity of navigating medically necessary dietary restrictions. For those with celiac disease, avoiding gluten is essential for physical health—but the structure and vigilance required can sometimes become overwhelming or extend beyond what’s medically necessary.

You deserve support that considers both your physical and mental well-being.
You don’t have to navigate this alone.

📞 866.662.1235
📲 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 allianceforeatingdisorders.com

Eating disorders don’t look one specific way—and you don’t have to be “sick enough” to deserve support. If your relation...
05/06/2026

Eating disorders don’t look one specific way—and you don’t have to be “sick enough” to deserve support. If your relationship with food, movement, or your body feels overwhelming, confusing, or distressing, that matters.

If you or someone you love is struggling, support is here.
📞 866.662.1235
📲 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 allianceforeatingdisorders.com

In collaboration with and , we’re creating space for a conversation that doesn’t happen often enough. Behind the streng...
05/04/2026

In collaboration with and , we’re creating space for a conversation that doesn’t happen often enough. Behind the strength, discipline, and drive we see in athletes, there can also be quiet, constant pressure.

In many sports, expectations around body size, shape, or weight are normalized—sometimes even tied to performance. Over time, that can blur the line between training for the sport and controlling the body—impacting both physical and mental health.

No athlete should have to navigate that alone.

If you or someone you know is struggling, help is here.
📞 866.662.1235
📲 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 allianceforeatingdisorders.com

This AAPI Heritage Month, we’re bringing attention to a conversation that is too often overlooked. Eating disorders affe...
05/02/2026

This AAPI Heritage Month, we’re bringing attention to a conversation that is too often overlooked. Eating disorders affect people of every background—but AAPI individuals are among the least likely to be screened, diagnosed, or connected to care. Cultural expectations, stigma, and limited access to culturally competent resources can make it even harder to recognize the signs or reach out for support.

Everyone deserves to be seen, supported, and met with care that understands their lived experience. If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone—help is here.
📞 866.662.1235
📲 Text ALLIANCE to 741-741
🔗 allianceforeatingdisorders.com

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we must ensure that eating disorders are part of the conversation.Eating disorders a...
05/01/2026

This Mental Health Awareness Month, we must ensure that eating disorders are part of the conversation.

Eating disorders are serious, complex mental health disorders that affect millions of people across all identities—and often co-occur with other disorders, like anxiety and depression. Yet, far too many individuals still go without the care and support they need.

Behind every statistic is a person who deserves to be seen, supported, and met with compassion. Early recognition and access to care can make all the difference.

If you or someone you love is struggling, you are not alone:
📞 866.662.1235
📲 Text 'ALLIANCE' to 741-741
🔗 allianceforeatingdisorders.com

As conversations around “looksmaxxing” continue to grow online, we’ve partnered with to bring attention to an often-ove...
04/29/2026

As conversations around “looksmaxxing” continue to grow online, we’ve partnered with to bring attention to an often-overlooked reality: how appearance-driven pressure is impacting men’s mental health and increasing risk for eating disorders.

What’s often framed as “self-improvement” can quickly become something else—rigid routines, constant comparison, extreme behaviors, and a sense that your worth is tied to how you look. For many, this pressure is isolating, distressing, and too often invisible.

Eating disorders don’t discriminate—and men deserve to be seen, supported, and included in this conversation. 🤍

The Alliance:
📞 866-662-1235
💬 Text ALLIANCE to 741741
🌐 allianceforeatingdisorders.com
✉️ info@allianceforeatingdisorders.com

HUMEN:
🌐 humen.org
📱

In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month, we’re partnering with to shed light on the connection between eating disorders and...
04/27/2026

In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month, we’re partnering with to shed light on the connection between eating disorders and alcohol use.

Up to 50% of people with eating disorders also struggle with alcohol or substance use. Behaviors like restricting food before drinking, using alcohol to suppress appetite, or purging after drinking can develop as coping mechanisms.

Understanding this link is crucial for compassionate care. You are not alone—support is available.

The Alliance
📞 866-662-1235
🌐 allianceforeatingdisorders.com

The Emily Program
📞 1-888-364-5977
🌐 emilyprogram.com

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Meet Dr. Allie 💛Dr. Allie serves as the Director of Helpline Services at The Alliance, leading with bot...
04/25/2026

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Meet Dr. Allie 💛

Dr. Allie serves as the Director of Helpline Services at The Alliance, leading with both clinical expertise and deep compassion. From supporting callers in their most vulnerable moments to training and supervising the helpline team, she ensures every interaction is thoughtful, responsive, and rooted in high-quality care. She also oversees findEDhelp.com, helping keep critical treatment resources accurate, accessible, and up to date.

Inspired by her early work as a therapist at The Alliance, Dr. Allie saw firsthand the barriers many individuals face when trying to access eating disorder care. That experience continues to fuel her commitment to expanding access—ensuring that everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, has the opportunity to receive compassionate, life-saving support.

We’re so grateful for the empathy, intention, and dedication Dr. Allie brings to this work—helping ensure that every person who reaches out feels seen, supported, and worthy of care.

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4400 N Congress Avenue, Suite 100
West Palm Beach, FL
33407

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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+18666621235

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