Eating disorders are rampant in the OC.  Many people struggling with anorexia, bulimia, overeating, and body issues have difficulty getting treatment- due to insurance, finances, or other reasons. 12 step programs can be a good place to start or a way to augment other therapies. OA  & ANAD meetings in Orange County are listed in the link below:

Orange County Intergroup of Overeaters Anonymous, Inc..

ANAD Groups (National Asssociation of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Eating Disorders)

There is one Anorexia Anonymous meeting at the current time:

Lake Forest, CA Sundays @7:00 PM (D) Women’s meeting  Rebecca’s House Extended Care for Women with Eating Disorders. For directions please call the house manager at 949-280-9399.


2 Comments for this entry

  • Lori says:

    I am looking for 12 step groups for my 17 yr old daughter with bulimia, and I am having trouble finding any. Do you know of any in or near the Laguna Niguel area? I would like to bring her to your group if she is not too young, and you are still meeting. Thank you for any help you can send. Lori

  • Mina says:

    I am 48 and 200 Ibs. I have dieted since I was 18. this is the heaviest I have been and I feel out of control. I need help. I am depressed and I am out of work. I probably could not afford it since I have no income. Can I get help?

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.