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Affordable eating disorder care that fits into your life.

You deserve a care team that respects you. Arise partners with you to heal your relationship with food, body image, and mental health. Because no one should have to go at it alone.
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OUR PROGRAM

Start your healing in just 4 easy steps

  • Check out if we're in-network with your health plan & available in your space here. Once you sign-up, our Member Experience team will provide a personalized eligibility verification & detailed cost estimate.

    Sign Up

    Connect with your Arise therapist who is here to learn about your story & goals. From there, we'll provide a tailored care plan recommendation.

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    We offer flexible options from partnering with your local doctor to looping in our Arise physician who can provide an initial screening to make sure you're getting the best care.

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    Once you've received the thumbs up from the Arise team, we'll schedule your weekly sessions with your care team & start the healing journey!

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What do you get when you join Arise?

Personalized assessment + care plan

Therapy tailored to your specific needs

Nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian

Non-judgmental medical and psychiatric support

Group sessions + peer support

We aim to make our services accessible for all. Our membership bundles start at:

In-Network: $99/mo + co-pay

Medicaid: $49/mo

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COVERING YOUR CARE

We're covered by insurance.

We know one of the biggest barriers to getting care is how much it costs. We're here to make eating disorder care more accessible & affordable than ever before.

Check out which states we're available in and where we're in-network. Don’t see your plan or don’t have insurance? We also offer self-pay.

WHAT TO EXPECT WITH US

With us, you'll have all the care you need, right from home.

Our comprehensive program includes therapy, nutrition support, check-ins with a doctor, and peer and group support — right from home, in just a few hours a week.

Peer and group support

You'll choose a Care Advocate to navigate the tough moments and heal your relationship with food, body image, and your mental health. With Arise Community Groups, you'll connect with others who get what you're going through.

Therapy that works for you

Therapy should be about what works best for you. Our therapists are here to listen to you and understand who you are and what you've been through — so we can work together on the type of care that's going to be best for you.

Personalized nutrition plans

Our Registered Dietitians will work with you to navigate tough thoughts and behaviors around food and build realistic meal plans that work for your life — making sure foods you like and those that are important in your culture or community are included.

SO, HOW DOES THIS ALL WORK?

It's easy to get started with us.

Create your free account

It takes just a few minutes to sign up online and set up your Arise account where you can schedule appointments and meet your team.

Match with your
therapist

Meet with one of our therapists who will focus on understanding your needs and goals for care.

Start your personalized care

If Arise is the right fit for your current needs and goals, we'll start your care plan. This can include weekly sessions with a therapist, registered dietitian, and group support to support you on your healing journey!

What members are saying

“Arise saved my life. I wasn't really living before, I was going through the motions of life but that's about it. Arise helped me peel off layers of armor built up over decades to reveal the authentic me hidden underneath.”

Arise Member

“It has really helped me build a sense of community and belonging that made me less lonely and isolated in my struggle with an eating disorder...I used to think I would never want to make it out of it and be scared of every other program I had encountered, but Arise has changed that for me.”

Arise Member

“I finally feel like I'm on the path to healing...to have people who can fully relate to and understand what you're going through and experiencing mentally has been completely game-changing.”

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Our care team is different.
That’s important.

We've brought together providers who bring their own identities, experiences, and backgrounds to this work. Because who you are, and where you come from, matters to us.

Brianna Theus, RD

Registered Dietitian

She/Her/Hers

Brianna (she/her) is a registered dietitian based out of Connecticut. She received her bachelor’s degree in nutrition from the University of Saint Joseph and completed her Dietetic Internship through Western Connecticut Health Network. Brianna’s career in nutrition stemmed from her love of food and desire to work in malnutrition in Haiti as that is where her family is from. Her passion transformed into providing culturally relevant and inclusive care for folks navigating eating disorders, disordered eating and neurodivergence, religion, and culture as it relates to nutrition. Brianna has worked in school systems, hospitals, PHP and IOP levels of care, and outpatient settings. She practices from weight inclusive and trauma informed lenses, bringing curiosity, compassion, and individualization to sessions. In her free time, you will find Brianna dancing, cooking, baking, playing music, or spending time with her two cats, Miso and Fred.

Identifies as a Black cisgender woman

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Whitney Trotter, DNP, PMHNP-BC, RDN/LDN

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

She/Her/Hers

Dr. Whitney Trotter is a healthcare professional dedicated to trauma and inclusive well-being. As a Registered Dietitian, and Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, she seamlessly blends expertise in nutrition, mental health, eating disorders, and trauma to foster a comprehensive approach to client care. Dr. Trotter has over a decade of experience working as a registered dietitian serving various communities such as the HIV/AIDS community, human trafficking, and the eating disorder field. Whitney's career in the eating disorder field includes being a former Nutrition and Nursing director of a Residential, PHP, and IOP center. Whitney, co-created the first-ever BIPOC Eating Disorders Conference and has been featured in a variety of media publications, including Essence, CNN, The Skimm, and the New York Times.

Identifies as a Black cisgender woman

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Rebecca Berens, MD

Primary Care Doctor

She/Her/Hers

Dr. Rebecca Berens is a board-certified family physician with a passion for care of underserved patients. She is a graduate of Baylor College of Medicine and completed residency at Georgetown University/Providence Hospital in Washington, DC where she was the inaugural Obstetrics Scholar and served as Chief Resident. Following residency, she worked as a primary care physician and associate site director at Greater Philadelphia Health Action, a federally-qualified health center. She returned home to Houston and taught medical students and residents while also caring for patients through the Harris Health System’s county safety net clinics while in her role as family medicine residency faculty at Baylor College of Medicine. In addition to her work at Arise, she now owns a private practice in Houston that provides primary care services to individuals and families under a direct primary care model that increases quality healthcare access for the over 20% of Houston-area residents who are uninsured. Dr. Berens is fluent in Spanish and English and has a special interest in eating disorders, women’s health, breastfeeding medicine, behavioral health, and trauma-informed, weight inclusive care.

Identifies as a white cisgender woman

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Johanny Peña, LCSW

Therapist

She/Her/Ella

Johanny Peña, LCSW, is a seasoned clinical social worker with over a decade of experience in therapeutic practice. With a warm and collaborative approach, Johanny cultivates a compassionate and safe space for her clients to explore their inner worlds and navigate life's challenges. Grounded in a person-centered philosophy, Johanny employs an eclectic blend of therapeutic modalities tailored to each individual's unique needs. Drawing from techniques such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Mindfulness, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), she offers a comprehensive and holistic approach to healing and growth. Johanny's passion lies in delivering high-quality mental health care to marginalized communities, with specialized expertise in addressing issues related to adult learning disabilities, women's issues, Latinx communities, and the complexities of racial identity. Through her dedication and commitment, Johanny strives to empower her clients to achieve greater self-awareness, resilience, and well-being. As a trusted advocate and ally, Johanny is committed to fostering healing, understanding, and empowerment within her community.

Identifies as Afro-Latina Cisgender woman

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Jennifer Quagliariello, LCSW, LISW-CP

Therapist

she / her / hers

Jen is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience as a therapist. In her practice, she fosters a warm and non-judgmental environment, recognizing the inherent strength within each person. She believes in the transformative power of therapy, providing a space where these strengths can shine, ultimately helping individuals overcome barriers to lead the life they aspire to. Jen's collaborative approach involves working hand-in-hand with her clients to identify the most effective therapeutic strategies. Drawing from a diverse toolkit, she tailors her methods to suit individual needs, incorporating modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. At the heart of Jen's practice is the commitment to building authentic and trusting relationships. She values openness and safety, ensuring that individuals feel heard and supported throughout their therapeutic journey. Jen's dedication lies in empowering individuals to navigate challenges, discover their resilience, and achieve the fulfilling lives they desire.

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Erikka Daniene Taylor, MD, MPH, DFAACAP

Chief Medical Officer

(she/her)

Erikka D. Taylor MD, MPH, DFAACAP is a double-board certified Child and Adult Psychiatrist who brings more than 10 years of deep expertise in eating disorders and mental health since first seeking out specialized training while in Duke University's residency and fellowship programs. She previously served as the Medical Director of an Eating Disorders specialty hospital system, leading policy and program development to deliver high-quality, effective care in their intensive outpatient (IOP) and partial hospitalization programs (PHP), residential and inpatient units for people living with eating disorders. Erikka is currently Chair of the Board of Directors of Project HEAL, a leading eating disorder nonprofit breaking down systemic barriers and providing education and supportive resources to people of all identities and background experiencing eating disorders. She is a partner in Catalyst Therapeutic Services, a private practice in Durham, NC and a Consulting Associate at Duke University Medical Center. As a mental health advocate, she also serves on the Race, Ethnicity and Equity committee for the North Carolina Psychiatric Association, and is the immediate Past President of the North Carolina Council of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Dzirasa earned her Bachelor of Science at Spelman College, Master of Public Health in Health Care and Leadership at UNC Chapel Hill, and her Doctor of Medicine at Duke University School of Medicine.

Identifies as a Black Cisgender woman

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Giva Wilkerson

Head of Community Care

she/her

Giva Wilkerson, MA, MPA is a graduate of the University of Pittsburgh and Indiana University, currently residing in New York. After living with an eating disorder most of her teens and early adulthood, she experienced healing through a combination of therapy, activism and support from family and friends. Giva began her work in the field of eating disorder support with Project HEAL in 2018 managing the Communities of HEALing network of peer support services, later growing and expanding the program after its transition to ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders).Upon leaving ANAD, she completed her training with the Carolyn Costin Institute (CCI), as an Eating Disorder Coach, combining her passion for connecting with others, with her dedication to providing healing to all in need.

Identifies as a Black Cisgender woman

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Sehrish Ali, PhD, LPC, CEDS

Therapist

She/Her

Dr. Sehrish Ali is a licensed professional counselor and a certified eating disorders specialist (CEDS). Dr. Ali has worked in a multitude of eating disorder treatment centers and has been privileged to work at all levels of care where she was able to utilize various approaches and modalities. While pursuing her doctorate her experience centered around gaining a better understanding of the complexities involved in various eating disorders and their effects on multicultural populations. She has worked extensively with both adults and adolescents and their families, to treat eating disorders, depression, anxiety, and trauma at higher levels of care in individual and group settings. In her practice Dr. Ali centers around the idea that “normal” is subjective and no two journeys are the same. She believes that one’s unique experiences differ greatly and are a big part of who we are and how we show up in the world, which is why she greatly emphasizes the importance of integrating several approaches to best fit one’s individual needs.

Identifies as South Asian,Cisgender Woman

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Mia Donley, MPH, RDN, CDN

Registered Dietitian

she/her

Mia is a registered dietitian based out of Denver, Colorado. She received her bachelor’s degree in nutrition from Auburn University and her master’s degree in public health from University of Minnesota. Mia pursued a career in nutrition to bring culturally relevant nutrition education to the field and ensure all felt represented in nutrition. She has worked as a nutrition educator in schools and universities, managed food access programs, and counseled clients in outpatient settings. When working with clients on their relationship with food and body, she brings warmth, gentle curiosity, practical tools, and a weight inclusive approach to create a non judgemental space. Outside of counseling, she enjoys roller skating, cozy video games, and drawing.

Identifies as Black and Korean, midsize body, cisgender queer woman

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Christyna Johnson, MS, RDN, LD

Registered Dietitian

she/her

Christyna Johnson (she/her) is a registered dietitian based out of Dallas, Texas. She received her bachelor’s degree in nutrition from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, followed by a master’s degree in nutrition from Texas Woman’s University in Denton, Texas. She practices from a weight inclusive, trauma informed, person-centered approach. Christyna has experience working residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and outpatient levels of care for eating disorders. Christyna loves making nutrition simple, and helping her clients build nutrition skills to take care of themselves. She loves reading, gardening, and spending time outdoors

Identifies as a Black, large body, cisgender woman

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Aims Babich

Care Advocate

they/them

6 years experience of direct service work in mental and alternative healthcare, 10 years in recovery "I meet folx where they’re at in creating attainable and realistic goals. I take a strengths based and harm reduction approach by celebrating successes, navigating barriers together, and creating a solid foundation for community care and healing." Areas of focus: Anxiety, depression, PTSD or complex trauma, gender affirming support, neurodivergence, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, culturally humble and intentional care, personality disorders

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Frequently asked questions

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Currently, we provide outpatient care. As we have a comprehensive program that includes a team of therapists, dietitians, psychiatrists, medical providers, and Care Advocates, we can support people with more intensive outpatient needs than just one provider alone.

Whether you're wondering if your day-to-day issues with food and body image are actually a problem, have been in treatment before, or have never been diagnosed with an eating disorder, we're here for you. If thoughts about food and your body are taking over, you feel out of control around food, and your mental health and life is being impacted by it all — you're in the right place.

When you sign up for a free welcome consult, we'll share more about the Arise program. From there, we'll do a clinical assessment and determine together if Arise is the right fit for your needs. If it's not the right fit at this time, we can support you in finding the right care. You're not in this alone.

Yes, you can join without a formal diagnosis! We know that there are many barriers to accessing care for eating disorders, and that it can often be difficult to get an assessment and reach a diagnosis. If you think that you are living with an eating disorder, whether it's self-reported or has been previously diagnosed, this program may be a good fit for you.

Arise Care Advocates have various backgrounds and experiences working with folks through programs like peer recovery coaching and in community-based settings. They are here to be your go-to person throughout the program — starting with listening and seeking to understand your experiences, supporting you in reaching your goals for healing, and supporting you at every step of the journey. They'll be available for one-on-one sessions, leading your community group, and supporting you between sessions, too over text message or email.

We're committed to making care more accessible and affordable. That's why we're accepting insurance from the start and are in-network with most insurance plans including Cigna/Evernorth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Superior HealthPlan, Texas Medicaid, and much more.

So here's how pricing works with us:
1. Your monthly Arise membership provides direct access to a comprehensive care team including your Care Advocate, Therapist, Registered Dietitian, and as needed, a Psychiatrist and Primary Care Doctor. You'll also have access to peer support groups, meal support, nutrition education, and personalized digital tools.

2. While we are in-network with several health plans, it's important to note that each individual's plan can vary and some services may not be covered depending on your plan type and your usual co-pays and deductibles will apply. We offer a free benefits check call with our support team to discuss your coverage & estimated cost before you begin your care journey.  Our goal is to ensure you have all the information you need to make informed decisions about your healthcare. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for assistance

3. Depending on where you go for labs, some may accept your insurance, but others may require you submit for out-of-network reimbursement — we'll help you to navigate this, too!

We also offer self pay options and aim to keep those costs reasonable for you.

Questions? Send us an email at members@wearise.com

These groups will be bringing together folks who have some shared identities, experiences, and/or backgrounds to surround each other with support. They will be led by Care Advocates and include 5-10 people. You will get to choose which groups feel right for you. Topics will vary week-to-week and also be open to what feels helpful for the group to discuss, which you'll decide together.

We know that healing from an eating disorder can feel so hard — many of our team members have been there, too, and we want you to know we're all here for you. Healing is a process, and the time that it takes will look different for everyone. We're here to support you at every step and build skills that you can take forward in your healing longer-term.