70/100RP Score
Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.0★ from 31 Google reviews.
Best Eating Disorder Therapists in Waterbury, CT (2026)
17 eating disorder therapists ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Waterbury: Center for Discovery - Fairfield, RP Score 70/100; 4.0★ from 31 Google reviews; open 7 days a week.
- 12
Most-reviewed: Backcountry Wellness, 45 Google reviews at 4.5★, the most of 17 ranked; ranked #12.
Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
17 Waterbury eating disorder therapists are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 12 open Saturdays and 10 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.3★ across 17 rated practices.
Most of this list also appears on the Eating disorder therapists in Bridgeport ranking. See Eating disorder therapists in Bridgeport
Top 10 eating disorder therapists in Waterbury 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 - Fairfield | 70 | 4.0★ (31) | Fairfield, 28 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | LiftWell | 69 | 5.0★ (19) | Westport, 33 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 3 | Monte Nido Clementine Hudson Valley | 69 | 4.3★ (27) | Jefferson Valley-Yorktown, 32 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Center for Discovery - Fairfield Wellington | 68 | 3.8★ (12) | Fairfield, 30 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Center for Discovery - Southport | 66 | 2.4★ (14) | Fairfield, 30 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Center for Discovery - Southport | 65 | 2.7★ (3) | Darien, 32 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 7 | NutriGreene | 65 | 5.0★ (8) | Hartford, 23 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Monte Nido Walden Middletown | 62 | 3.3★ (10) | Middletown, 21 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 9 | Center for Discovery, Greenwich | 62 | 3.1★ (17) | Greenwich, 48 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 10 | NutriGreene | 61 | 4.9★ (20) | Stamford, 41 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
The 17 best eating disorder therapists in Waterbury, 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.
#2 LiftWell
Based in Westport, 33 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews.
Based in Jefferson Valley-Yorktown, 32 mi away
69/100RP ScoreRanked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.3★ from 27 Google reviews.
Based in Fairfield, 30 mi away
68/100RP ScoreRanked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.8★ from 12 Google reviews.
Based in Fairfield, 30 mi away
66/100RP ScoreRanked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.4★ from 14 Google reviews.
Based in Darien, 32 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.7★ from 3 Google reviews.
#7 NutriGreene
Based in Hartford, 23 mi away
65/100RP ScoreRanked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews.
Based in Middletown, 21 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.3★ from 10 Google reviews.
Based in Greenwich, 48 mi away
62/100RP ScoreRanked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 3.1★ from 17 Google reviews.
#10 NutriGreene
Based in Stamford, 41 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.9★ from 20 Google reviews.
Based in Commack, 48 mi away
61/100RP ScoreRanked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 2.3★ from 6 Google reviews.
Based in Greenwich, 47 mi away
58/100RP ScoreRanked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Eating disorder treatment center”, 4.5★ from 45 Google reviews.
Based in Oxford, 10 mi away
52/100RP ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Dietitian”.
Based in Fairfield, 27 mi away
51/100RP ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.
Based in Ossining, 50 mi away
50/100RP ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
#16 Sirona Therapy
Based in Jefferson Valley-Yorktown, 42 mi away
49/100RP ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.9★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.
Based in North Castle, 46 mi away
44/100RP ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.
How we ranked Waterbury eating disorder therapists
We scored 17 Waterbury 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 Waterbury 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 Waterbury: frequently asked questions
Who is the best eating disorder therapist in Waterbury?
By RP Score, the highest-ranked eating disorder therapist in Waterbury, CT is Center for Discovery - Fairfield with an RP Score of 70/100. It has 4.0★ from 31 Google reviews. It is open 7 days a week. LiftWell (#2) and Monte Nido Clementine Hudson Valley (#3) follow. We ranked 17 eating disorder therapists on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many eating disorder therapists are there in Waterbury?
RankedPsychologists ranks 17 eating disorder therapists serving Waterbury, CT. 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 Waterbury work on weekends?
12 of 17 ranked eating disorder therapists post Saturday hours and 10 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Center for Discovery - Fairfield (#1), LiftWell (#2) and Monte Nido Clementine Hudson Valley (#3). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.
What Google rating do Waterbury eating disorder therapists have?
The median Google rating among 17 rated eating disorder therapists in Waterbury is 4.3★, with a median of 17 reviews. Backcountry Wellness has the most, 45 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 Waterbury count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 50 mi of the Waterbury 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 Waterbury 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 Waterbury
- November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 17 eating disorder therapists serving Waterbury.
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