Find Help Now
Taking the first step toward getting help is often the hardest part. Below you'll find crisis resources, treatment directories, and guidance on how to access eating disorder care.
Crisis Resources
If you or someone you know is in immediate crisis, reach out now:
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential, 24/7 crisis support. Call or text 988.
Crisis Text Line
Free, confidential text-based crisis support for eating disorders.
ANAD Helpline
Free peer support, treatment referrals, and information about eating disorders.
Find Treatment Providers
Use these trusted directories to find eating disorder specialists near you:
SAMHSA Treatment Locator
Free, confidential treatment referral service by the U.S. government. Search by location for eating disorder treatment providers.
Psychology Today Therapist Finder
Searchable directory of therapists who specialize in eating disorders. Filter by location, insurance, and specialty.
ANAD Treatment Directory
Curated directory of eating disorder treatment providers including therapists, dietitians, and treatment centers.
Eating Disorder Hope Treatment Directory
Search for eating disorder treatment centers, therapists, and support groups across the United States.
Project HEAL
Provides treatment access, insurance navigation, and financial assistance for eating disorder treatment.
Tips for Finding the Right Provider
Look for specialization. Not all therapists are trained in eating disorders. Look for providers with specific credentials like CEDS (Certified Eating Disorders Specialist) or experience with evidence-based eating disorder treatments.
Build a treatment team. Ideal treatment involves a therapist, registered dietitian, and medical doctor who all have experience with eating disorders and communicate with each other.
Check your insurance. Call your insurance provider and ask about eating disorder treatment coverage. The Mental Health Parity Act requires most plans to cover mental health treatment at the same level as medical treatment.
Ask about financial assistance. Many treatment centers offer sliding scale fees, payment plans, or scholarships. Organizations like Project HEAL can help navigate insurance and financial barriers.
Trust your instincts. The therapeutic relationship matters. If a provider doesn't feel like the right fit, it's okay to look for someone else. Finding the right provider is worth the effort.