79/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.3★ from 42 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Best Eating Disorder Therapists in Arlington, VA (2026)
41 eating disorder therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Arlington: Center for Discovery - McLean, RP Score 79/100; 4.3★ from 42 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 12
Most-reviewed: Weaver Wellness Care, 103 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 41 ranked; ranked #12.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
41 Arlington eating disorder therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 14 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 41 rated practices.
Top 10 eating disorder therapists in Arlington at a glance
Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Center for Discovery - McLean | 79 | 4.3★ (42) | McLean, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Center for Discovery - Alexandria | 76 | 3.2★ (14) | Alexandria, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Eating Recovery Center Bethesda | 73 | 3.5★ (8) | Bethesda, 7 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Center for Discovery - Fairfax | 72 | 3.0★ (26) | Fairfax, 16 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Dr. K Nutrition | 71 | 5.0★ (21) | North Bethesda, 11 mi away | Sat | — |
| 6 | Embrace Nutrition Counseling: Virginia, DC, and Maryland Eating Disorder Dietitian and Nutritionist | 71 | 5.0★ (14) | Arlington | — | — |
| 7 | Courage to Nourish | 71 | 5.0★ (34) | Alexandria, 6 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 8 | Rock Recovery Inc. | 70 | 4.6★ (10) | Arlington | — | — |
| 9 | Center for Discovery - Columbia | 70 | 4.2★ (5) | Columbia, 26 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | Empowered Eating | 68 | 5.0★ (5) | Greenbelt, 14 mi away | Sun · Evenings | — |
The 41 best eating disorder therapists in Arlington, ranked
Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.
Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away
76/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.2★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Bethesda, 7 mi away
73/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Fairfax, 16 mi away
72/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.0★ from 26 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in North Bethesda, 11 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#6 Embrace Nutrition Counseling: Virginia, DC, and Maryland Eating Disorder Dietitian and Nutritionist
Based in Arlington
71/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Arlington
70/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.6★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 26 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#10 Empowered Eating
Based in Greenbelt, 14 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rockville, 15 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.9★ from 45 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Herndon, 16 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.6★ from 103 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Falls Church, 3 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.5★ from 22 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
#14 Dr. Daisy & Co.
Based in Fairfax, 12 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Reston, 13 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.1★ from 18 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Bethesda, 7 mi away
67/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.8★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Silver Spring, 10 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Centreville, 22 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Arlington
62/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, based in Arlington.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Columbia, 28 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.4★ from 16 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Alexandria, 6 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and proximity: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, 6 mi from Arlington.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rockville, 15 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Leesburg, 30 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Rockville, 15 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.
Based in Baltimore, 40 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.7★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.
All 41 eating disorder therapists
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #41, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Eating Recovery Center Baltimore - 55 Schilling | 59 | 2.9★ (13) | 49 mi |
| 27 | Monte Nido Clementine Fairfax | 58 | 2.7★ (30) | 16 mi |
| 28 | Eating Recovery Center Baltimore - 101 Schilling | 58 | 2.7★ (41) | 49 mi |
| 29 | Mind Body Health LLC | 57 | 4.6★ (8) | In Arlington |
| 30 | Anxiety Institute McLean OCD & Anxiety Therapy | 57 | 4.6★ (20) | 6 mi |
| 31 | Kate Dansie, LCSW-C, Eating Disorder and OCD Therapist | 57 | 5.0★ (4) | 15 mi |
| 32 | Rebecca Bitzer & Associates: A Dietitian for Every Condition | 57 | 4.4★ (25) | 14 mi |
| 33 | Dr. Daisy & Co. | 56 | 4.9★ (26) | 7 mi |
| 34 | Courage to Nourish | 56 | 5.0★ (21) | 11 mi |
| 35 | The Renfrew Center for Eating Disorders - Baltimore, MD | 55 | 2.3★ (10) | 45 mi |
| 36 | Total Health Concepts | 53 | 2.5★ (15) | 9 mi |
| 37 | Courage to Nourish | 52 | 4.9★ (38) | 25 mi |
| 38 | Collide Behavioral Health, LLC | 49 | 5.0★ (5) | 31 mi |
| 39 | RecoverED, LLC | 48 | 5.0★ (12) | 32 mi |
| 40 | Rittenhouse Psychiatric Associates | 46 | 5.0★ (3) | 42 mi |
| 41 | PsychED Recovery, Inc. | 41 | 5.0★ (3) | 46 mi |
Also serving Arlington
20 more eating disorder therapists within 50 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
How we ranked Arlington eating disorder therapists
We scored 41 Arlington eating disorder therapists on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Arlington data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Review volume | 5% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of Google reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availability | Measured |
| Specialty focus | 25% | How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 15% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
How to choose an eating disorder therapist
- Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
- Make sure eating disorder treatment is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
- Ask whether they work with a physician and a dietitian, and which levels of care they offer (outpatient, intensive outpatient, residential).
- Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
- Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
- After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.
Questions to ask an eating disorder therapist
- Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
- Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
- How much of your work is eating disorder treatment?
- Do you coordinate with a physician and a dietitian?
- What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
- Do you offer online sessions?
- What is your cancellation policy?
- What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?
Terms explained
- PhD / PsyD
- Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
- Licensed psychologist
- A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
- Psychological associate
- In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
- LPC / LMHC / LCPC
- US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
- LCSW
- Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
- LMFT
- Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
- RP / RCC
- Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
- PSYPACT
- An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
- Telehealth
- Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
- CBT
- Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
- DBT
- Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
- ERP
- Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.
Eating disorder therapists in Arlington: frequently asked questions
Who is the best eating disorder therapist in Arlington?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked eating disorder therapist in Arlington, VA is Center for Discovery - McLean with an RP Score of 79/100. It has 4.3★ from 42 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. Center for Discovery - Alexandria (#2) and Eating Recovery Center Bethesda (#3) follow. We ranked 41 eating disorder therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many eating disorder therapists are there in Arlington?
RankedPsychologists ranks 41 eating disorder therapists serving Arlington, VA. 4 of them are based in Arlington; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 50 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
What should I do if I need help right now?
In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.
Which eating disorder therapists in Arlington work on weekends?
14 of 41 ranked eating disorder therapists post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Center for Discovery - McLean (#1), Center for Discovery - Alexandria (#2) and Eating Recovery Center Bethesda (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Arlington eating disorder therapists have?
The median Google rating among 41 rated eating disorder therapists in Arlington is 4.9★, with a median of 13 reviews. Weaver Wellness Care has the most, 103 reviews, and ranks #12. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does RankedPsychologists rank eating disorder therapists?
Each eating disorder therapist gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do eating disorder therapists outside Arlington count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Arlington city center, our service radius for eating disorder therapists. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.
Can eating disorder therapists pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?
No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.
How are eating disorder therapists in Arlington ranked?
Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on eating disorder treatment and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.
What does eating disorder treatment usually involve?
Care is often shared by a team: a therapist, a physician who monitors physical health, and often a registered dietitian. Levels of care range from weekly outpatient sessions to intensive and residential programs. If you are worried about someone’s physical health, see a doctor first: eating disorders can cause medical problems that need prompt care.
Can I see an eating disorder therapist online?
Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.
What if I need help right now?
Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.
Update log for Arlington
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 41 eating disorder therapists serving Arlington.
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