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Best Eating Disorder Therapists in Laguna Niguel, CA (2026)

37 eating disorder therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Laguna Niguel: Earth's Edge Wellness, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews; open Sundays until 4 PM.

  2. 8

    Most-reviewed: Enhance Health Group- Mental Health Treatment, 465 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 37 ranked; ranked #8.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

37 Laguna Niguel eating disorder therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 24 open Saturdays and 21 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 37 rated practices.

Top 10 eating disorder therapists in Laguna Niguel 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.

Top 10 eating disorder therapists in Laguna Niguel at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Earth's Edge Wellness735.0★ (24)Laguna Beach, 5 mi awaySunOverall
2Center for Discovery - Irvine722.5★ (13)Irvine, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Orange County Eating Disorder Therapist Group724.7★ (9)Mission Viejo, 4 mi awaySat · Evenings—
4Eating Recovery Center Irvine723.6★ (20)Irvine, 10 mi awaySat · Sun—
5Center for Discovery - Orange712.8★ (4)Orange, 20 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
6Hungry Heart705.0★ (3)Laguna NiguelEvenings—
7Recover Newport Beach675.0★ (16)Newport Beach, 13 mi awayEvenings—
8Enhance Health Group- Mental Health Treatment654.9★ (465)Tustin, 16 mi awaySat · Sun · EveningsMost reviews
9Center for Discovery - Lakewood653.9★ (12)Lakewood, 33 mi awaySat · Sun—
10Safe Harbor Treatment Center654.6★ (57)Mission Viejo, 7 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 37 best eating disorder therapists in Laguna Niguel, 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.

  1. Ranked #1 in Laguna Niguel

    #1 Earth's Edge Wellness

    Based in Laguna Beach, 5 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat closed · Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    419 N Pacific Coast Hwy Unit C-1, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
    View profile for Earth's Edge Wellness(949) 229-5787

  6. #6 Hungry Heart

    Based in Laguna Niguel

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–7:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    28020 Cabot Rd #300, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
    View profile for Hungry Heart(949) 887-2600

  7. #7 Recover Newport Beach

    Based in Newport Beach, 13 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–8 PM · Wed 8 AM–12 AM · Thu 12 AM–8 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1101 Dove St Ste 220, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    View profile for Recover Newport Beach(949) 992-3585

  11. #11 EDReferral.com

    Based in Encinitas, 46 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2923 Sandy Pointe, Del Mar, CA 92014
    View profile for EDReferral.com(858) 792-7463

  12. #12 Casa Capri Recovery

    Based in Newport Beach, 14 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 156 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychologist”.

    • 4.7★ from 156 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3822 Campus Dr Ste 350, Newport Beach, CA 92660
    View profile for Casa Capri Recovery(844) 894-7744

  13. #13 Bright Road Recovery, Residential & Outpatient Eating Disorder Treatment

    Based in Claremont, 40 mi away

    62/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8:30 AM–3 PM
    Address
    428 Harrison Ave #101, Claremont, CA 91711
    View profile for Bright Road Recovery, Residential & Outpatient Eating Disorder Treatment(909) 624-7070

  15. #15 Anchored Tides Recovery

    Based in Huntington Beach, 19 mi away

    61/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.6★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 4.6★ from 47 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    19126 Magnolia St #101, Huntington Beach, CA 92646
    View profile for Anchored Tides Recovery(949) 749-6197

  18. #18 Diana Lipson-Burge, RDN, CEDS

    Based in Hermosa Beach, 46 mi away

    59/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 8 AM–9 PM · Wed closed · Thu 8 AM–9 PM · Fri closed · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2200 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
    View profile for Diana Lipson-Burge, RDN, CEDS(310) 245-4922

  20. #20 We Conquer Together

    Based in Yorba Linda, 27 mi away

    57/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.5★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 4.5★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    17367 Aspenglow Ln, Yorba Linda, CA 92886
    View profile for We Conquer Together(866) 860-2149

  21. #21 Restore Family Therapy

    Based in Encinitas, 43 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2339 11th St, Encinitas, CA 92024
    View profile for Restore Family Therapy(760) 456-7462

  22. #22 Moment of Clarity

    Based in Long Beach, 34 mi away

    56/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health service”.

    • 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    2664 Atlantic Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806
    View profile for Moment of Clarity(949) 844-3927

  25. #25 Orange Coast Psychiatry

    Based in Anaheim, 25 mi away

    54/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 277 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    • 4.9★ from 277 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1720 W Ball Rd Suite 4B - 4C, Anaheim, CA 92804
    View profile for Orange Coast Psychiatry(714) 683-1472

All 37 eating disorder therapists

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #37, in RP Score order; each links to its profile.

eating disorder therapists in Laguna Niguel, ranks 26 to 37
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Center For Discovery - Temecula532.6★ (11)32 mi
27Casa Palmera: part of Discovery Addiction Services514.0★ (143)47 mi
28Benchmark Transitions514.0★ (123)47 mi
29Seal Beach Counseling515.0★ (3)27 mi
30Center for Discovery - Torrance502.4★ (5)43 mi
31Dr. Brooke Bellomio, PsyD495.0★ (4)33 mi
32Alternative Options Counseling Center474.0★ (12)32 mi
33Dr. Nazanin Moali, Ph.D.464.2★ (10)42 mi
34Centered Ground463.6★ (8)32 mi
35Jill Diamond Counseling464.4★ (7)32 mi
36Valenta - Mental Health Recovery423.0★ (22)39 mi
37Loma Linda University Behavioral Health Institute392.5★ (37)46 mi

Also serving Laguna Niguel

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.

Unranked eating disorder therapists serving Laguna Niguel
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Access Mind Institute5.0★ (2)In Laguna Niguel
AMFM Mental Health Treatment3.7★ (3)In Laguna Niguel
Don De Francisco, MD, PhD3.0★ (2)13 mi
Dr. Susan Pazak4.9★ (51)In Laguna Niguel
Laguna Psychotherapy5.0★ (1)In Laguna Niguel
Laguna Shores Mental Health4.5★ (8)In Laguna Niguel
Maul Lesli A5.0★ (2)17 mi
McMackin Psychotherapy5.0★ (6)In Laguna Niguel
MD Laguna4.7★ (9)In Laguna Niguel
Mirror Health & Wellness5.0★ (2)35 mi
OC PSYCH TESTING5.0★ (1)In Laguna Niguel
OCD Anxiety Centers5.0★ (12)In Laguna Niguel
Orange Coast Psychiatric Associates - Scott Ispirescu, MD5.0★ (1)In Laguna Niguel
Orange Coast Psychiatry5.0★ (2)14 mi
Panic Disorder SpecialistIn Laguna Niguel
Psychological and BehavioralIn Laguna Niguel
Randy Moraitis, PhD OC Mental Health & Wellness5.0★ (7)In Laguna Niguel
Rejuve Counseling Laguna Niguel5.0★ (9)In Laguna Niguel
rise and thrive psychological servicesIn Laguna Niguel
Rockman Marriage and Family Counseling - Dr. Steve Rockman, PhD.5.0★ (11)In Laguna Niguel

How we ranked Laguna Niguel eating disorder therapists

We scored 37 Laguna Niguel 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Laguna Niguel data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose an eating disorder therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure eating disorder treatment is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Ask whether they work with a physician and a dietitian, and which levels of care they offer (outpatient, intensive outpatient, residential).
  4. 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.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. 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 Laguna Niguel: frequently asked questions

Who is the best eating disorder therapist in Laguna Niguel?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked eating disorder therapist in Laguna Niguel, CA is Earth's Edge Wellness with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews. It is open Sundays until 4 PM. Center for Discovery - Irvine (#2) and Orange County Eating Disorder Therapist Group (#3) follow. We ranked 37 eating disorder therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many eating disorder therapists are there in Laguna Niguel?

RankedPsychologists ranks 37 eating disorder therapists serving Laguna Niguel, CA. 1 of them is based in Laguna Niguel; 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 Laguna Niguel work on weekends?

24 of 37 ranked eating disorder therapists post Saturday hours and 21 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Center for Discovery - Irvine (#2), Orange County Eating Disorder Therapist Group (#3) and Eating Recovery Center Irvine (#4). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Laguna Niguel eating disorder therapists have?

The median Google rating among 37 rated eating disorder therapists in Laguna Niguel is 4.5★, with a median of 12 reviews. Enhance Health Group- Mental Health Treatment has the most, 465 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 Laguna Niguel count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 37 eating disorder therapists serving Laguna Niguel.

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