Eating Recovery Center

02/25/2026

In a society where disordered eating is normalized (and in some cases, celebrated) eating disorder symptoms can be hard to recognize.

Swipe to learn more about early signs someone might be slipping into an eating disorder. Note: Eating disorders don’t look the same for everyone. This isn’t a complete list of early signs, and you don’t need to fit a specific mold for your experience to be valid.

If something feels hard — for you or someone you love — that’s reason enough to seek care, support, and more peace with food and body. 💙

02/24/2026

02/23/2026

"During my time at , my nutritionist there shared a metaphor that has really stuck with me: recovery is like reaching the shoreline.

Being in an ED can feel like being stranded in the middle of the ocean — alone, unsure if land is possible. Some days you’re swimming toward the shore, others you’re just floating or treading the water to survive. With support, moments of light, and calmer tides, you slowly get closer.

Last year, an undertow pulled me back out to sea. But with acceptance, support, and time, I fought my way back.

Even now, the ocean can look familiar and tempting — but resting on the shoreline, I remember this is where I truly need and want to be."

— Luisa, ERC Alum

02/23/2026

Eating Disorders Awareness Week is an annual campaign which aims to educate the public about eating disorders, reduce stigma surrounding these diagnoses, and provide support and resources to individuals and families.

If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, know that help is out there. 💙

Visit www.eatingrecoverycenter.com for information about treatment, free virtual support groups, and more.

02/20/2026

Not all eating disorders present the same.
Not all eating disorders are visible.
Not all eating disorders involve restriction.

We could go on and on with these... any you would add?



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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-group

02/20/2026

A lesson in reframing, from Beth Ayn, our National Family Advocate. 👩‍🎨

If you’re part of our caregiver community, you’ve likely had the pleasure of meeting the incredible Beth Ayn✨ (If you haven’t yet, please please check out one of her events or groups on our website, they are not to be missed!!!!)

In honor of , we wanted to share this message with our caregivers *and also* wanted to give Beth Ayn a shout out for all the incredible work she does. 🥹

02/19/2026

"Recovery is fuller and freer than I ever expected. It’s having the energy to hike with my dog, create with friends, explore with my partner, and show up for my community. It’s discovering that my eating disorder was the least interesting thing about me, not who I am." — Julia, ERC Alum who recently came back to our Bellevue center to share her recovery story! 💙

02/19/2026

Rigid food rules, aversion to food textures, negative body image — all of these are symptoms of eating disorders... but they're just the tip of the iceberg for so many folks.

While this breakdown is far from comprehensive, it can help offer a bit of insight into the *many* symptoms that folks with eating disorders may be navigating.

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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

02/18/2026

Can we stop celebrating disordered eating, please? 🥲🙏

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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

02/17/2026

File this under: things we wished were taught in school!

02/16/2026

“I am so much more than my eating disorder: I am an artist, a leader, a teacher, an advocate, a daughter, a sister, and more. If you are struggling, I hope you see you are so much more too.” — Danika, ERC Alum

We’re so proud to share that Danika was recently honored by the County of San Mateo for her work in eating disorder advocacy, including helping plan San Mateo County’s Eating Disorders Awareness Week!

Read more here: https://bit.ly/3ZkZ7Gn