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Online Eating Disorders Support Groups:

Expert Dietitian Nutritionists Provide Education, Resources, and Support for ED Recovery

Embark on a transformative journey from Eating Disorder recovery to full recovery and holistic well-being. Our certified dietitians lead online support groups to provide a safe space and community to support your recovery process. Get access to resources and educational materials. Participate in guided discussions. Be part of an online community to help you embrace life with a renewed sense of wellness and vitality.

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What is the purpose of an online eating disorder support group?

At Side By Side Nutrition, our certified dietitian nutritionists offer guidance, education, and compassionate treatment through virtual ED support groups. These groups foster meaningful connections, allowing participants to share openly in a safe space. Here, you’ll find comfort in knowing you’re not alone on your recovery journey.

Our holistic approach focuses on behaviors, well-being, and self-compassion, fostering a positive relationship with food and our bodies. This philosophy is the foundation for intuitive, sustainable health and well-being.

We help clients build a sustainable, empathetic, and trusting relationship with food, body image, and self. Our dietitians, based in Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, and Woodinville, offer virtual nutrition counseling and support groups to clients across the country. Connect with us today to get the community and encouragement you need to achieve sustainable recovery.

 
 

What is an eating disorder?

Eating disorders are psychological conditions that disrupt someone’s relationship with food, leading to significant changes in their normal eating habits. These changes can manifest as consuming significantly less food than usual, engaging in compulsive overeating, resorting to harmful compensatory behaviors, or developing intense preoccupations with body shape or weight. Eating disorders affect people regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic status, job occupation, sexual orientation, ability, neurodiversity, body shape and size, race, or ethnicity—they can impact anyone. Achieving recovery often necessitates ongoing support from a full treatment team including a dietitian and therapist and, in many instances, medical intervention.

Each type can result in severe emotional and physical consequences. While 60% of causes are genetic, this is not the only determinant. If you suspect you or someone you love may be experiencing symptoms of an eating disorder, getting informed and getting help is important.

Common EDs include Anorexia Nervosa, Atypical Anorexia, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, ARFID, and OSFED.

Despite the challenges that may seem overwhelming at present, we want you to know that complete recovery is attainable. Our team of expert dietitian nutritionists, specializing in ED care, can collaborate with you and your treatment team to support you on your journey toward full recovery.

If you are not struggling with a diagnosable eating disorder, you still deserve support and care to fully heal your relationship with food and body image to lead the life that you deserve.

 

What population is most at risk for an eating disorder?

Eating disorders do not discriminate, and anyone, regardless of age, gender, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, ability, neurodiversity, body shape and size, race, or ethnicity, can be at risk. The widespread occurrence across various demographics underscores their potential impact on people from all backgrounds. It's vital to understand that susceptibility to eating disorders is not confined to any particular group, underscoring the need for broad awareness, education, and support for all.

We believe people are meant to discover true nourishment through a self-compassionate, self-accepting, and holistic lens. At Side By Side Nutrition, our clients are empowered to become their own nutrition experts. Our role is to gently lead them towards body trust and acceptance, and ultimately, open up their lives to more.

 

Online Eating Disorder Support Groups - Find Community in Recovery

Joining an Eating Disorder (ED) support group can be a crucial step toward recovery. These groups, led by dietitian nutritionists, offer a supportive and understanding community where members can share their experiences, fears, and triumphs in a non-judgmental, inclusive, and compassionate environment. They are also monitored to ensure that all information is evidence-based, relevant, and helpful for members of the community.

Why join an online support group?

  • Understanding and Empathy: One of the primary reasons to join is the opportunity to connect with others who share similar struggles. Members can empathize with challenges, shared experiences, and with what each person is experiencing. This understanding and empathy might be lacking in other social circles.

  • Reduced Isolation: Eating disorders often lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness. Support groups provide a safe space to share thoughts and emotions, breaking the isolation. Isolation can worsen the disorder.

  • Shared Coping Strategies: Members can exchange valuable coping strategies and tips that have helped them navigate difficult moments. Learning from the experiences of others can provide new perspectives and tools for managing triggers and setbacks.

  • Sense of Belonging: Being part of a support group can create a profound sense of belonging. Knowing that others understand and accept you without judgment can be a powerful motivator for recovery.

  • Education and Awareness: Support groups often provide educational resources about anorexia, bulimia, BED, ARFID, OSFED, orthorexia, and picky eating, including information on treatment options, nutrition, and the importance of seeking professional help. Increased awareness is a powerful tool to help people make informed decisions about their health.

OTHER BENEFITS OF SUPPORT GROUPS for eating disorder recovery INCLUDE:

  • Emotional Support: Members offer emotional support by listening, sharing, and validating each other's experiences. This creates a nurturing environment that promotes emotional healing and resilience.

  • Accountability: They can serve as a source of accountability. Members set personal goals and share their progress within the group. This can create a sense of responsibility to oneself and the community.

  • Safe Space for Expression: It can provide a non-judgmental space for people to express their thoughts, fears, and triumphs. This open dialogue can be instrumental in breaking down barriers and building a foundation for recovery.

  • Peer Mentorship: More experienced members who have made significant progress in their recovery can offer guidance and mentorship to those who are newer to the journey. This peer support can be invaluable for setting realistic expectations and goals.

  • Hope and Inspiration: Witnessing the recovery journeys of others within the support group can instill hope and inspiration. Seeing that recovery is possible and achievable can motivate people to stay the course.

Recovery is achievable. It’s not an easy road. Sharing it with others with similar experiences can be critical to overcoming anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, OSFED, orthorexia, disordered eating, body image problems, and more.

Online support groups play a vital role in providing a sense of community, understanding, and resources for those struggling with eating disorders.

How do our dietitian-led virtual eating disorders discussion groups work:

Learn more here and contact us to join our support groups!

These can be a vital part of your recovery. We recommend you join these groups while, and after going through medical nutrition therapy.

 
 

We believe people are meant to discover true nourishment through a self-compassionate, self-accepting, and holistic lens. In our practice, our clients are empowered to become their own nutrition experts. Our role is to gently lead them towards body trust and acceptance, and ultimately, open up their lives to more.

We want to work with you.

 

Our Team of Dietitian Nutritionists, Expert ED and Medical Nutrition Counselors

 

The Side by Side Nutrition team has a team of 12+ outpatient registered dietitians. We provide online nutrition counseling to patients in Colorado and around the country. We offer one-on-one and family nutrition counseling for patients either online or in person, with offices located in Colorado Springs and Fort Collins. We specialize in eating disorder recovery and body image healing.

RD - Registered Dietitian
RDN - Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
MS - Masters of Science

As specialists in ED nutrition counseling our mission is rooted in compassion. We:  

  • Strive to create a safe and nurturing space for individuals on their journey to wellness. 

  • Understand the profound impact that eating disorders can have on one's life.

  • Are committed to fostering a supportive community where every client feels seen, heard, and understood. 

  • Work from an intuitive eating, HAES (Health at Every Size) Informed Approach.

  • Believe everyone has the right to high-quality care – accessibility and inclusivity are at the core of our values.

  • Stand firm in our belief in the possibility of full recovery. 

  • Continually invest in our education to stay at the forefront of the field.

  • Are committed to ongoing learning.

  • Channel all our resources into becoming the best eating disorder nutritionist counselors.

  • Are dedicated to guiding our clients toward a life of lasting health and empowerment.

 

What does a dietitian do for ED?

Our devoted team of nutrition experts specializing in eating disorders is dedicated to guiding clients toward a journey of healing that transcends fear and shame. By addressing concerns around food and dismantling negative body image perceptions and behaviors, we empower clients to reclaim ownership of their relationships with food and body and to shift their outlook, beliefs, and behaviors towards love, respect, and acceptance. This transformation paves the way for sustainable recovery and lasting wellbeing. Together, we strive to eradicate feelings of shame related to food and body image, identify triggers that fuel self-doubt, and nurture a trusting relationship with both food and body, creating space for our authentic selves and true values to emerge and thrive.

Recognizing that each individual holds the key to their own healing journey, our diverse team of medical nutrition specialists facilitates a process of self-exploration and empowerment. Recovery from an eating disorder and disorder eating extends beyond overcoming the eating disorder; it involves cultivating a rich and empowered life through healing around food and body image.

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TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials List

Recent “graduate” from Side by Side Nutrition. I started working with SBSN to figure out how food worked after having an eating disorder for years. And I’m so happy I got so much more than that! SBSN introduced me to Self-Compassion and met me with an approach that never included shaming me. I looked forward to our sessions every week, even if I hadn’t done any of my work, because I knew she’d be understanding and work with me to figure out what I needed to make it happen. And none of that compassion and presence was lost when we had to switch to telehealth. When I started, I didn’t think healing from an eating disorder was possible. And I never in my wildest dreams imagined that I’d come out of it with an unshakable love for my body (certainly not a plus size body with chronic illness)! I’m so glad circumstances sent me here because I know I wouldn’t have gotten to this place with my previous dietician! I am STRONG, I am CONFIDENT, and I am in LOVE with myself! Thank you so much for helping me on my journey here! It wasn’t easy, but it was so worth it!

— Michaela Myers

I worked with SBSN at Side by Side after an eating disorder diagnosis, and it changed my life for the better. The entire team is incredibly supportive, patient, and full of resources. There's a lot of confusion out there about dieticians and nutritionists, and I'm lucky to have found a place that helped me the way no one ever had. I thought recovery was impossible for me, but it's not! You just have to find the right people, and that can take some digging. Side by Side is the real deal.

— Melanie Smith

As the director of an eating disorder outpatient clinic, licensed psychologist, and certified eating disorders specialist, I am extremely picky about the dietitians my team and I will collaborate with. I can say with full confidence that my team completely trusts Jamie Magdic and her entire team of dietitians. Jamie is incredibly compassionate and dedicated to her patients, in addition to being extremely knowledgeable . Side By Side Nutrition is one of our clinic's top picks for nutrition therapy. They are excellent, know eating disorders, and are actually weight-inclusive and HAES-informed. I would trust Side By Side Nutrition with any patient with any diagnosis in any stage of recovery.

— Dr. Janean Anderson

I started working with SBSN after 20 years of disordered eating and 3 years of eating disorder treatment. My RDs were always focused on my weight restoration and how I felt food, but never really got how I felt about my body. I have made bigger strides in recovery working with SBSN than I ever did with any other RD. SBSN is kind, compassionate, non-judgemental, and easy to relate to. I felt comfortable with SBSN starting from day 1. To quote my therapist, SBSN is a unicorn and you won't find anyone like them!

— Alexandria McCombs

When I started working with SBSN, I had been struggling with my eating disorder for over six years. I had worked with RDs and therapists before, but they solely focused on weight restoration and not the mental aspect of recovery, so I stayed stuck in my disorder while in a "recovered" body. SBSN's approach was unlike any other RD or eating disorder specialist I had worked with before in that she treats her clients as whole, multifaceted people and addresses so much more than just the food piece of recovery. They helped me to constantly challenge my eating disorder and tackle food fears while also teaching me about the importance of self care and self compassion in recovery and how I could incorporate these into my life. I truly feel that my work with SBSN not only helped me win my battle against my eating disorder but helped me to be a stronger, happier, healthier person in general now that I have those self care tools. It was so refreshing to work with someone with a holistic approach to eating disorders and body image issues and I cannot recommend working with her enough! Thank you so much SBSN for your support!

— Kacey

SBSN gave me peace and restoration in my mind, body, and life. I had deeply rooted issues surrounding food and my body, and I thought I would never recover from my concerns. I had my reservations about meeting a dietician on my first appointment, but the therapy is never diet-focused, and focused more on client-centered care and recovery. They tailor therapy sessions around your goals and comfort. They provide many resources for her clients to guide them through each phase of recovery. I will never forget SBSN, they were an essential factor in my recovery.

— Lauren

I am so thankful to this organization, they are helping me out so much in so many different areas. My dietitian is an outstanding registered dietitian to work with and Jamie has jumped hoops to make sure that I could get into this program and I am so humbled by their partnering care! I love the inviting and accepting feel of the staff and overall office feel, from when I walk in the doors through when I walk out after my appointment every time I come. I truly don’t know where I’d be if I didn’t have Side by Side guiding me through my healing journey. My eyes well with gratitude for this practice as I write this review! Thank you!!!

— Mary Sanders

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We Accept Insurance:

We are committed to ensuring that our clients have access to healthcare, and we make every effort to facilitate this. We accept insurance plans such as BlueCross Blue Shield (Anthem/Regence), United HealthCare (Optum), Aetna, and Cigna.

 
 

FAQ About Our Online Support Groups for ED Recovery

 

I don’t live in Colorado, can we still work together?

Absolutely! We are passionate about making care accessible for you and our online support groups and meal support are available to clients from around the country. We will meet via a HIPAA-compliant video conference platform.

How do I get started?

You can schedule directly online here!

You can also contact us to help you schedule via our contact form here.

If you have any questions about working with us or scheduling, feel free to contact us via email or phone: contact@sidebysidenutrition.com or call us at 708-717-7394.

What is the difference between a nutritionist and a Registered Dietitian?

In summary, all Registered Dietitians (RD or RDN) are qualified nutritionists, but not all nutritionists hold the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist credential. The term "nutritionist" is not regulated, allowing anyone to use it, which complicates distinguishing individuals with comprehensive nutrition education (e.g., CN or CNS) from those with minimal training such as weekend courses or self-study.

The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RD or RDN) designation is nationally recognized and provides certain assurances. It indicates that the individual has met specific criteria, including obtaining at least a bachelor's degree in nutrition science, completing a supervised practice program of over 1200 hours, passing a national registration exam, and fulfilling extensive continuing education requirements for license renewal. Our dietitian nutritionists are also licensed in states where licensure is mandatory.

Other practitioners who may identify as nutritionists, such as health coaches, holistic nutritionists, nutrition therapy practitioners, and personal trainers with "nutrition certifications," may lack formal nutrition training. Consequently, their services are ineligible for insurance reimbursement nationwide because they are not recognized as nutrition experts.