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Support Groups

SupportEDWe know the benefits of a supportive network of individuals that understands what it feels like to be in your shoes. Our support groups will provide you with a sense of community and be a helpful supplement to your recovery treatment plan.

Renewed support groups are made possible by the support of Kathy & Marbut Gaston and The Randolph Family Foundation.

CO-ED: College Women’s Support Group

CO-ED (College-Oriented Eating Disorders Support Group) is a free eight-session group designed for college women who struggle with disordered eating and body image concerns. Participants learn coping strategies that help them manage stress and navigate the college environment in healthful ways. This group meets throughout the year and the schedule is based off participant schedules. Registration is required to attend meetings.

  • Audience: College women
  • Facilitator: Courtney Grimes, LCSW
  • Meeting Time/Location: Please email Courtney Grimes, LCSW for meeting times/location
  • Registration: Please email Courtney Grimes, LCSW to register for this group

ConnectED: Women’s Support Group

ConnectED is a free group for adult women in recovery from an eating disorder. The group is meant to be a place for participants to openly discuss what life looks like after recovery from an eating disorder in a safe and welcoming environment. The group meets monthly in both Davidson and Williamson counties and registration is required each time you plan to attend a meeting.

Davidson County Group:

  • Audience: Adult women, ages 18+
  • Next Meeting Time: November 6, 2019 from 6-7pm
  • Meeting Location: Trinity Presbyterian Church (3201 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215)
  • Facilitator: Kristin Finch, MA, NCC, LPC-MHSP (temp)
  • Registration: Please click here to register

Williamson County Group:

  • Audience: Adult women, ages 18+
  • Next Meeting Time: November 6, 2019 from 6-7pm
  • Meeting Location: 367 Riverside Drive, Suite 104, Franklin, TN 37064
  • Facilitator: Lara Jackson, LPC-MHSP
  • Registration: Please click here to register

SupportED: Women’s 50+ Support Group

SupportED is a free group for adult women ages 50+ who are affected by eating disorders and/or body image concerns. This group is intended to be a place for participants to share their thoughts, feelings, challenges and triumphs in safe environment. The group meets twice a month and a one-time registration form is required to attend meetings.

  • Audience: Adult women, ages 50+
  • Meeting Time: Second and fourth Tuesday of every month from 6:30-7:30pm
  • Meeting Location: Calvary United Methodist Church (3701 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215)
  • Facilitator: Nan Allison, MS, RD, LDN
  • Registration: Please click here to register

EmbodiED: High School Support Group

EmbodiED is a free group for all genders in high school (grades 9-12) who are affected by eating disorders and/or body image concerns. The group is intended to be a place for participants to share their thoughts, feelings, challenges and triumphs in a safe environment. The group meets monthly and registration is required each time you plan to attend a meeting.

  • Audience: All genders in high school (grades 9-12)
  • Next Meeting Time: Coming soon!
  • Meeting Location: Coming soon!
  • Facilitator: Coming soon!
  • Registration: Coming soon!

EmbracED: LGBTQ Support Group

EmbracED is a free group for members of the LGBTQ community who are affected by eating disorders and/or body image concerns. The group is intended to be a place for participants to share their thoughts, feelings, challenges and triumphs in a safe environment. The group meets quarterly and registration is required each time you plan to attend a meeting.

  • Audience: Adult LGBTQ community members, ages 18+
  • Next Meeting Time:  Coming soon!
  • Meeting Location: 4205 Hillsboro Pike, Suite #314, Nashville, TN 37215
  • Facilitator: Courtney Grimes, LCSW
  • Registration: Coming soon!

EmpowerED: Men’s Support Group

EmpowerED is a free group for adult men who are affected by eating disorders and/or body image concerns. The group is intended to be a place for participants to share their thoughts, feelings, challenges and triumphs in a safe environment.

  • Audience: Adult men, ages 18+
  • Meeting Time: This group is currently on break and will resume in early 2020.
  • Meeting Location: 2021 21st Ave. S., Suite 426, Nashville, TN 37212
  • Facilitators: Michelle Coyne, LPC-MHSP & Crystal Lunenschloss , RDN
  • Registration: If you are interested in joining this group, please email info@renewedsupport.org to express your interest and to be notified of the next group meeting.

Families Supporting Families: Family & Friends Support Group

Families Supporting Families (FSF) is a free support group for family members and friends who have a loved one battling an eating disorder. FSF groups are intended to be a place for participants to share their thoughts, feelings, challenges and triumphs in a safe environment. FSF groups currently meet in Chattanooga, Jackson and Nashville, TN.

Chattanooga FSF
  • Audience: Parents, siblings and friends who have a loved one battling an eating disorder
  • Meeting Time: Third Thursday of every month from 12-1:30pm
  • Meeting Location: First Presbyterian Church of Chattanooga (554 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga TN, 37402, Poindexter Room – 2nd floor)
  • Facilitators: Beth Rowlett, BA, MDiv., & Anna Katherine Horne
  • Registration: Please email Beth Rowlett to register for this group
Jackson FSF
  • Audience: Parents, siblings and friends who have a loved one battling an eating disorder
  • Meeting Time: First Tuesday of every month from 5:30-6:30pm
  • Meeting Location: Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, Medical Founders Room C
    (620 Skyline Drive, Jackson, TN 38301)
  • Facilitator: Gerry Ann Aldrich
  • Registration: Please contact Gerry Ann Aldrich at (731) 616-0773 to register for this group
Memphis FSF
  • Audience: Parents, siblings and friends who have a loved one battling an eating disorder
  • Group Details: This group is still being formed. If you are interested in being a part of this group, please email info@renewedsupport.org for more information.
Nashville FSF
  • Audience: Parents, siblings and friends who have a loved one battling an eating disorder
  • Meeting Time: First and third Monday of every month from 7-8pm
  • Meeting Location: Calvary United Methodist Church (3701 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215)
  • Facilitator: Kathy Gaston
  • Registration: Please email Kathy Gaston to register for this group

Don’t see a support group listed that meets your needs? Please contact our office today to discuss other options in your area: info@renewedsupport.org or 615.831.9838.

 

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