73/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews.
Best Eating Disorder Therapists in Lafayette, CO (2026)
27 eating disorder therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Lafayette: Essential Nutrition, RP Score 73/100; 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 2 PM.
- 8
Most-reviewed: Eating Recovery Center Denver, 128 Google reviews at 2.6★, the most of 27 ranked; ranked #8.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
27 Lafayette eating disorder therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 12 open Saturdays and 7 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 27 rated practices.
Top 10 eating disorder therapists in Lafayette 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 | Essential Nutrition | 73 | 4.7★ (81) | Boulder, 8 mi away | Sat · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Eating Recovery Center | Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center Corporate Headquarters | 71 | 4.4★ (98) | Denver, 22 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Very.Health P.C. | 70 | 5.0★ (15) | Denver, 18 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Eating Recovery Center Denver - Franklin St. | 68 | 3.4★ (90) | Denver, 18 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | New Directions Colorado | 68 | 5.0★ (7) | Erie, 3 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 6 | La Luna Center | 65 | 2.8★ (12) | Boulder, 9 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 7 | Eating Recovery Center Denver - 1st Ave. | 65 | 2.2★ (34) | Denver, 22 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Eating Recovery Center Denver | 65 | 2.6★ (128) | Denver, 21 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Most reviews |
| 9 | Dr. Cristina Shaw, PhD, LCSW - Eating Disorder Treatment | 64 | 5.0★ (3) | Boulder, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 10 | Nourished Colorado Outpatient Eating Disorder Nutrition Counseling | 64 | 4.2★ (18) | Denver, 19 mi away | Evenings | — |
The 27 best eating disorder therapists in Lafayette, 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.
Scores below: based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Denver, 22 mi away
71/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.4★ from 98 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 18 mi away
70/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 18 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.4★ from 90 Google reviews.
Based in Erie, 3 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews.
Based in Boulder, 9 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.8★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 22 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.2★ from 34 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 21 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.6★ from 128 Google reviews.
Based in Boulder, 9 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 19 mi away
64/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.2★ from 18 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 17 mi away
63/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.2★ from 5 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 19 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based in Highlands Ranch, 32 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 19 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.1★ from 43 Google reviews.
#15 Gaudiani Clinic
Based in Denver, 22 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.5★ from 15 Google reviews.
#16 EDCare Denver
Based in Denver, 22 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.2★ from 58 Google reviews.
Based in Denver, 26 mi away
60/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews.
Based in Littleton, 27 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.
Based in Broomfield, 6 mi away
59/100RP ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and proximity: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, 6 mi from Lafayette.
Based in Fort Collins, 39 mi away
57/100RP ScoreRanked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.1★ from 16 Google reviews.
#21 La Luna Center
Based in Fort Collins, 37 mi away
56/100RP ScoreRanked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.5★ from 10 Google reviews.
#22 Radical Healing
Based in Denver, 21 mi away
54/100RP ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
#23 Simons Therapy
Based in Denver, 21 mi away
53/100RP ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
#24 Athlete Insight
Based in Centennial, 29 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.
#25 Radical Healing
Based in Fort Collins, 39 mi away
48/100RP ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
All 27 eating disorder therapists
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #27, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | RP Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Beyond the Mirror Counseling & Wellness | 48 | 4.7★ (18) | 38 mi |
| 27 | STAR Institute for Sensory Processing | 48 | 4.5★ (30) | 30 mi |
Also serving Lafayette
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 Lafayette eating disorder therapists
We scored 27 Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette: frequently asked questions
Who is the best eating disorder therapist in Lafayette?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked eating disorder therapist in Lafayette, CO is Essential Nutrition with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 4.7★ from 81 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 2 PM. Eating Recovery Center | Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center Corporate Headquarters (#2) and Very.Health P.C. (#3) follow. We ranked 27 eating disorder therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many eating disorder therapists are there in Lafayette?
RankedPsychologists ranks 27 eating disorder therapists serving Lafayette, CO. 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 Lafayette work on weekends?
12 of 27 ranked eating disorder therapists post Saturday hours and 7 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Essential Nutrition (#1), Eating Recovery Center | Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center Corporate Headquarters (#2) and Very.Health P.C. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Lafayette eating disorder therapists have?
The median Google rating among 27 rated eating disorder therapists in Lafayette is 4.5★, with a median of 15 reviews. Eating Recovery Center Denver has the most, 128 reviews, and ranks #8. 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 Lafayette count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Lafayette 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 Lafayette 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 Lafayette
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 27 eating disorder therapists serving Lafayette.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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