I’m a support group leader for ANAD! I can only speak for the groups I run, but I would characterize them as a generally recovery-focused, supportive space. All ANAD leaders are recovered ourselves, and we go through a fairly extensive interview and training process focused on HAES, trauma-informed modalities, and inclusivity. The groups are 60-75 minutes, on Zoom, and cameras are optional (though encouraged).
The groups typically run something like this:
5 minutes: guidelines (confidentiality, no numbers, etc) and leader + co-leader introduce themselves and give the check in question (which could be highs and lows of the week, what’s on your mind, something you’re looking forward to, why you came to group tonight, etc — different each time))
10-15 minutes: check in (everyone shares first name + last initial, where they’re located, pronouns, and their answer to the check in question)
40-45 minutes: open discussion (ANAD groups are open spaces for people to bring their challenges and successes, ask for guidance/ideas, get resources, and connect — the leader and co leader are there to help guide the conversation if needed)
10 minutes: check out question (what’s something you’re taking from group tonight, what’s the next best thing for you to do, what’s your intention for the week, etc)
It’s pretty cool how diverse the range of people who attend are. Anywhere from young teens (in the teen group) to people in their 60s or 70s. All races, socioeconomic groups, religions, etc. We even have international attendees pretty often! Many weeks there is an attendee who is not even sure if they have an eating disorder, but who is concerned enough to want to check it out and see if it resonates, as well as people who have struggled for many years and/or had long treatment histories.
The groups are free (though donations are always welcome as they allow ANAD to keep doing this work) and open to anyone. You just have to pre-register under the Get Help tab on the website (https://anad.org/). You can also see info about the mentorship program and the hotline.
If you’re considering joining us, I truly hope you’ll give it a try! I wish I had known about these groups when I was sick because the sense of community is pretty awesome.
alli
3 years ago
Hi everyone, I wanted to share a free peer recovery group being offered for adults. All meetings are virtual. It is based on the model of 12-step programs but is more explicitly feminist, anti-racist, and lgbtqia+ aligned and allows people to define their own steps.
I know a lot of us, especially in adults, don’t have the finances, time, or other resources for formal treatment…I’m hoping this might resonate for you if you’re looking for recovery that is based on YOUR values.
Peer-led, but with a script and guidelines so participants are safe and things don’t get too triggering. Groups include sharing positive steps. milestones, group readings, time for reflecting/journaling/art, and sharing. Open to any adult (18+) who wants recovery from any eating disorder, disordered eating behavior, body image obsession, etc. http://www.manyroadsedrecovery.com or manyroadsedrecovery@gmail.com for more info
I’m a support group leader for ANAD! I can only speak for the groups I run, but I would characterize them as a generally recovery-focused, supportive space. All ANAD leaders are recovered ourselves, and we go through a fairly extensive interview and training process focused on HAES, trauma-informed modalities, and inclusivity. The groups are 60-75 minutes, on Zoom, and cameras are optional (though encouraged).
The groups typically run something like this:
It’s pretty cool how diverse the range of people who attend are. Anywhere from young teens (in the teen group) to people in their 60s or 70s. All races, socioeconomic groups, religions, etc. We even have international attendees pretty often! Many weeks there is an attendee who is not even sure if they have an eating disorder, but who is concerned enough to want to check it out and see if it resonates, as well as people who have struggled for many years and/or had long treatment histories.
The groups are free (though donations are always welcome as they allow ANAD to keep doing this work) and open to anyone. You just have to pre-register under the Get Help tab on the website (https://anad.org/). You can also see info about the mentorship program and the hotline.
If you’re considering joining us, I truly hope you’ll give it a try! I wish I had known about these groups when I was sick because the sense of community is pretty awesome.
Hi everyone, I wanted to share a free peer recovery group being offered for adults. All meetings are virtual. It is based on the model of 12-step programs but is more explicitly feminist, anti-racist, and lgbtqia+ aligned and allows people to define their own steps.
I know a lot of us, especially in adults, don’t have the finances, time, or other resources for formal treatment…I’m hoping this might resonate for you if you’re looking for recovery that is based on YOUR values.
Peer-led, but with a script and guidelines so participants are safe and things don’t get too triggering. Groups include sharing positive steps. milestones, group readings, time for reflecting/journaling/art, and sharing. Open to any adult (18+) who wants recovery from any eating disorder, disordered eating behavior, body image obsession, etc.
http://www.manyroadsedrecovery.com or manyroadsedrecovery@gmail.com for more info