Joyful Therapy Group
Find my match
Recovery is possible. You don’t have to do it alone.
Outpatient therapy, dietitians, family therapy, psychiatry and a fully virtual IOP, from eating disorder specialists who used to run treatment programs, and many of whom are recovered themselves.
Take the 2-minute check-inTalk to a specialist“I think about food and my body all day long.”
“I feel out of control around food, and then I hate myself afterward.”
“I know I need to eat more, but I can’t make myself.”
“Everyone says I look fine, so maybe it’s not that bad.”
Is it time to reach out?
Answer honestly. Nobody sees your answers but you. Taking this for your teen? Answer based on what you’ve noticed.
Every type. Every age. Every body.
You don’t have to be underweight, or fit a label, to deserve care. We treat teens and adults of all genders, athletes, LGBTQ+ clients and people in larger bodies.
On a GLP-1? You can still get support.
Taking a GLP-1 medication doesn’t rule you out of eating disorder care. Whether you’re on one now, coming off one or thinking about starting, we’ll work alongside your prescriber.
Sources: Keshen A, et al. Consensus recommendations on GLP-1 receptor agonists and eating disorders. World Psychiatry, 2026. Wilding JPH, et al. Weight regain after withdrawal of semaglutide (STEP 1 extension). Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, 2022. National Eating Disorders Association, GLP-1 Medications and Eating Disorders.
What makes our program different.
California Virtual Eating Disorder Experts (CVED Experts) is our premier telehealth treatment center for teens and adults. Monday to Friday, ages 13–70, fully online. Most people start with a free 15-minute pre-screening call.
Recovery, in their words.
“I worked with Amanda while I was in treatment for an eating disorder. She really gets it. I am now in recovery and I have my life back.”
“Amy is an excellent therapist who has been instrumental in maintaining my recovery. She gently yet directly challenges my perfectionism and rigidity.”
“I had seen 12 psychologists, psychiatrists and therapists before. It all changed the moment she spoke to me.”
“It was the best decision that I’ve ever made.”
“Her warmth, rapport, flexibility and therapy style stood out to me right away.”
“Meets me each and every time exactly where I am in my recovery journey.”
Step up or down without changing teams.
Recovery isn’t a straight line. Many clients move between levels, and your care team moves with you. Need residential? We’ll help you find it and stay in touch.
What if I’m not “sick enough”?
That thought is incredibly common, and it’s often part of the eating disorder itself. You don’t need to hit a certain weight or have a diagnosis to get help. If food or your body is taking up too much of your life, that’s enough.
How do I know if I need outpatient or IOP?
On a free call, we’ll look at what’s going on medically, emotionally and day to day, and recommend a level honestly. Many people start in IOP and step down to outpatient, or the other way around.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. Our outpatient team and our IOP are in-network with Kaiser and most major plans, though it varies by provider and program. We’ll verify your benefits for free.
I’m taking a GLP-1 like Ozempic or Mounjaro. Can I still get help?
Yes. Medication can quiet hunger and urges for a while, but it doesn’t treat the eating disorder underneath, and behaviors often return when the dose changes or the medication stops. We welcome clients on GLP-1s and coordinate with your prescriber.
Can my teen do the IOP?
Yes. Our IOP serves ages 13–70, and parents are part of care through family therapy and coaching.
Is online treatment as good as in person?
Virtual eating disorder treatment has strong outcomes, and practicing recovery in your real kitchen and routines can make skills stick. If you need a higher level of care, we’ll help you get it.
Recovery starts with one conversation.
Free consult or 15-minute IOP pre-screening. We’ll verify your insurance and help you find the right level of care.
Know exactly what to say, in the moment it matters.
Alongside is a 24/7 coach for the people supporting someone with an eating disorder. Built on the approaches leading eating disorder clinicians use and on current research, it tells you exactly what to say and do in the moment, the way an expert clinician would coach you. Type, or talk out loud.
The science of feeling better, before it reaches your doctor’s office.
New mental health research is published every week, and most of it never makes it out of medical journals. Our specialists read it for you and send the findings that matter, with what they mean for real life.
- ✓The newest research, translated into plain English
- ✓What it actually means for you or your family
- ✓Written and reviewed by our specialists
- ✓A 4-minute read, every Tuesday morning
Joyful Therapy Group
Find my match
Recovery is possible. You don’t have to do it alone.
Outpatient therapy, dietitians, family therapy, psychiatry and a fully virtual IOP, from eating disorder specialists who used to run treatment programs, and many of whom are recovered themselves.
Take the 2-minute check-inTalk to a specialist“I think about food and my body all day long.”
“I feel out of control around food, and then I hate myself afterward.”
“I know I need to eat more, but I can’t make myself.”
“Everyone says I look fine, so maybe it’s not that bad.”
Is it time to reach out?
Answer honestly. Nobody sees your answers but you. Taking this for your teen? Answer based on what you’ve noticed.
Every type. Every age. Every body.
You don’t have to be underweight, or fit a label, to deserve care. We treat teens and adults of all genders, athletes, LGBTQ+ clients and people in larger bodies.
On a GLP-1? You can still get support.
Taking a GLP-1 medication doesn’t rule you out of eating disorder care. Whether you’re on one now, coming off one or thinking about starting, we’ll work alongside your prescriber.
Sources: Keshen A, et al. Consensus recommendations on GLP-1 receptor agonists and eating disorders. World Psychiatry, 2026. Wilding JPH, et al. Weight regain after withdrawal of semaglutide (STEP 1 extension). Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, 2022. National Eating Disorders Association, GLP-1 Medications and Eating Disorders.
What makes our program different.
California Virtual Eating Disorder Experts (CVED Experts) is our premier telehealth treatment center for teens and adults. Monday to Friday, ages 13–70, fully online. Most people start with a free 15-minute pre-screening call.
Recovery, in their words.
“I worked with Amanda while I was in treatment for an eating disorder. She really gets it. I am now in recovery and I have my life back.”
“Amy is an excellent therapist who has been instrumental in maintaining my recovery. She gently yet directly challenges my perfectionism and rigidity.”
“I had seen 12 psychologists, psychiatrists and therapists before. It all changed the moment she spoke to me.”
“It was the best decision that I’ve ever made.”
“Her warmth, rapport, flexibility and therapy style stood out to me right away.”
“Meets me each and every time exactly where I am in my recovery journey.”
Step up or down without changing teams.
Recovery isn’t a straight line. Many clients move between levels, and your care team moves with you. Need residential? We’ll help you find it and stay in touch.
What if I’m not “sick enough”?
That thought is incredibly common, and it’s often part of the eating disorder itself. You don’t need to hit a certain weight or have a diagnosis to get help. If food or your body is taking up too much of your life, that’s enough.
How do I know if I need outpatient or IOP?
On a free call, we’ll look at what’s going on medically, emotionally and day to day, and recommend a level honestly. Many people start in IOP and step down to outpatient, or the other way around.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. Our outpatient team and our IOP are in-network with Kaiser and most major plans, though it varies by provider and program. We’ll verify your benefits for free.
I’m taking a GLP-1 like Ozempic or Mounjaro. Can I still get help?
Yes. Medication can quiet hunger and urges for a while, but it doesn’t treat the eating disorder underneath, and behaviors often return when the dose changes or the medication stops. We welcome clients on GLP-1s and coordinate with your prescriber.
Can my teen do the IOP?
Yes. Our IOP serves ages 13–70, and parents are part of care through family therapy and coaching.
Is online treatment as good as in person?
Virtual eating disorder treatment has strong outcomes, and practicing recovery in your real kitchen and routines can make skills stick. If you need a higher level of care, we’ll help you get it.
Recovery starts with one conversation.
Free consult or 15-minute IOP pre-screening. We’ll verify your insurance and help you find the right level of care.
Know exactly what to say, in the moment it matters.
Alongside is a 24/7 coach for the people supporting someone with an eating disorder. Built on the approaches leading eating disorder clinicians use and on current research, it tells you exactly what to say and do in the moment, the way an expert clinician would coach you. Type, or talk out loud.
The science of feeling better, before it reaches your doctor’s office.
New mental health research is published every week, and most of it never makes it out of medical journals. Our specialists read it for you and send the findings that matter, with what they mean for real life.
- ✓The newest research, translated into plain English
- ✓What it actually means for you or your family
- ✓Written and reviewed by our specialists
- ✓A 4-minute read, every Tuesday morning