You were created to be free!
Here are some resources to help on your journey.
FINDINGbalance Resources
We’re so glad you took a step toward freedom by completing our eating disorders test.
At FINDINGbalance, 0ur mission is to help you find Jesus in the middle of eating disorder struggles and other food and body image challenges. We pray our Christ-centered resources help you feel supported on your freedom journey.
Christian Treatment Finder: Find Christian dietitians, nutritionists, counselors, therapists, coaches, treatment centers, and support groups with a campaign against eating disorders.
Lasting Freedom Course: The FINDINGbalance Lasting Freedom Participant Bundle consists of all 7 modules, 42 lessons, and “Action Pak” downloads to accompany each lesson, including guided worksheets to take you deeper through activities, notes, journal prompts, and scripture. Head HERE to purchase with a special discount.
Old School Food Freedom Podcast: Hosted by FINDINGbalance Executive Director, Chrissy Kirkman, this show will help you interrupt negative cultural soundtracks and get back to the old-school basics of God’s original design for our relationship with food and our bodies.
The Daily Vitamin eDevo: Get a boost of inspiration for your freedom journey five days a week with our FREE Daily Vitamin eDevo. A quick read to start your day right.
FREEdom Blog: Be inspired through articles by real overcomers walking in freedom with Jesus.
Prayer Groups: Weekly community prayer groups for women pursuing continued freedom from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or any type of food or body image struggle, and groups for women supporting a loved one in their fight for freedom.
Send a Prayer Request: If you can’t attend a prayer group or would like prayer, share your need with the FINDINGbalance Prayer Team. We are honored to pray for you.
Free Download: Enjoy free downloads, such as smartphone phone wallpaper, healthcare visit cards, and more.
Hello, Freedom! Community: Our new, Jesus-led virtual community space to help women connect more deeply to God - THE path to flourishing in freedom.
IF YOU NEED IMMEDIATE HELP:
1. If you or someone else is in danger right now, please stop browsing and call 911.
2. If you are a teen/college student, contact our friends at TheHopeLine where you can connect with trained Hope Coaches 24 hours a day.
3. Arrange to speak with a licensed Christian counselor at no cost through our friends at Focus on the Family by calling 1-855-771-HELP (4357).
4. Dial 988 to speak with someone at the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or text Crisis Text Line: “HOME” to 741-741. [Spanish speaking services].
5. Contact the ANAD Eating Disorders Helpline: 1-888-375-7767; Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM CT.
Finally, be encouraged!
God wants you to be free and He knows exactly what you need to pursue that freedom. Pause, pray, and ask Him to lead you to the “next right step” He has for you. Over the years, we’ve learned to never underestimate the power of God when it comes to tackling tough issues.
For freedom,
The team at FINDINGbalance
External Resources
Here are some additional resources from clinicians, coaches, organizations, and treatment centers we know and trust - mostly Christ-centered - that may also help you along the way.
Charis Eating Disorder Care FREE Support Group for Those In Recovery Virtual support group for those in recovery providing a community and hope.
Wonderfully Made Helping girls and women know their God-given Value, Identity, and Purpose
Reflective Prayer Offers a life-changing, guided prayer experience that promotes hope, healing, and change through a vital connection with God.
Urge911: Designed to help you make different choices and rewire your brain to move you forward in recovery.
The PAUSE app: A simple way to connect with God in the middle of your busy day.
The Annual Eating Disorders Day of Prayer
Comprehensive Treatment Center List: courtesy of the Kirsten Haglund Foundation. Please use discernment; our referral to this list does not endorse the centers listed.
Fay: Fay helps you find eating disorder treatment covered by your insurance and delivered by vetted Registered Dietitians. Please use discernment; our referral does not endorse the providers listed.
Friend or Loved One Support
Eating disorders are serious. They are not a sin; ED is a true mental health issue. Before you talk to your friend about what you think may be going on, get educated and talk with professionals. Here are some sites that offer support tools that you may use on your own to understand your friend a bit more, and may help you in your interactions.
Blog post- “5 ways to help a friend with an eating disorder”
Free E-book: Five Tips to Help a Loved One With An Eating Disorder from Rock Recovery.
Charis Eating Disorder Care FREE Support Group for Family & Friends This virtual support is a safe, faith-based space for friends and family members to connect, share experiences, and receive guidance on supporting their loved one with an eating disorder while also caring for themselves.
Space For Grace: Changing The Way You See You in Canada. Info for loved ones is available.
Eating Disorder Caregiver Support Group: Tracy Brown, RD
F.E.A.S.T.: Families Empowered and Supporting the Treatment of Eating Disorders. This is a secular site, and includes a MEN of F.E.A.S.T. Caregiver support group for husbands & fathers.