Navigating the journey towards healing from an eating disorder requires a supportive community and access to resources that understand the unique challenges you’re facing. In Southwest Virginia, encompassing areas like Roanoke, Salem, and Blacksburg, there are compassionate organizations and professionals dedicated to helping individuals on their path to recovery. This blog is here to shed light on the available eating disorder resources in Roanoke, Virginia, offering a warm and inclusive guide to seeking help.
Understanding the Need for Help
Eating disorders impact individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. The journey to recovery involves addressing not only physical health but also the mental and emotional aspects that contribute to these disorders. Having a network of knowledgeable professionals and caring support is essential for fostering healing and growth.
Eating Disorder Resources in Southwest Virginia
1. Carilion Clinic Eating Disorders Program (Roanoke, VA)
Carilion Clinic offers a comprehensive eating disorders program that includes medical, nutritional, and psychological support. Their multidisciplinary team is dedicated to providing individualized care to aid in recovery.
You can find their website here.
2. LewisGale Physicians (Salem, VA)
With a focus on mental health, LewisGale Physicians provides services to address various mental health concerns, including eating disorders. They offer psychiatric evaluations, counseling, and medication management.
You can find their website here.
3. Virginia Tech Counseling Center (Blacksburg, VA)
For students at Virginia Tech, the Counseling Center provides support for a range of mental health concerns, including eating disorders. They offer individual counseling, group therapy, and workshops.
You can find their website here.
4. Courage to Nourish Nutrition (in-person and online)
Courage to Nourish is a group of eating disorder-specialized dietitians. We see clients in person in Alexandria, VA, and virtually across the state. We offer individual nutrition therapy. As well as support groups.
Expanding Resources in Southwest Virginia
At Courage to Nourish Nutrition, our passion lies in fostering healing and growth for individuals struggling with eating disorders. We are dedicated to extending our resources and support to Roanoke, Salem, and Blacksburg, recognizing the need for accessible and compassionate care in these communities. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that every individual deserves a path to recovery that is guided by understanding, empathy, and expertise. As we expand our reach into Southwest Virginia, we are excited to collaborate with local organizations, professionals, and individuals to create a network of support that promotes holistic healing, nurtures self-compassion, and empowers individuals on their journey to a healthier relationship with food and themselves.
Conclusion
Healing from an eating disorder is a journey that requires both courage and a network of support. In Southwest Virginia, resources are ready to provide compassionate care and guidance. Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength, and you don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
Contact Us
Courage to Nourish is a group of eating disorder specialized dietitians. We have in person locations in Alexandria, Virginia, Columbia, Maryland. and College Park, Maryland. We offer virtual services across the state of Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Colorado. We offer individual nutrition therapy. As well as support groups. We would love to guide you in building a better relationship with food.
Emilee Young, RD, LD, is an eating disorder dietitian who serves Alexandria, VA, Richmond, VA, Charlottesville, VA, Norfolk, VA, Virginia Beach, VA, and Roanoke, VA. She provides in person services in our Alexandria, VA office and virtual services elsewhere. Emilee also sees clients who live in Maryland and DC.
Contact us for more information. And to schedule a discovery call. Also, sign up for our client or clinician newsletter!
Take one of our eating disorder quizzes:
I am a Registered Dietitian dedicated to helping those in recovery. I enjoy helping individuals work towards body acceptance and find food freedom. I am a fat-positive and anti-diet dietitian practicing from an intuitive eating lens. I enjoy working with folks who struggle with binge eating disorder (BED). I serve clients virtually and in person throughout DC and Maryland. Growing up in Virginia, I am passionate about supporting clients throughout the greater areas of Richmond, Virginia Beach, Charlottesville, and Roanoke.
