FirstStepsED

Supporting every step of your eating disorder journey.

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Tonight on ITV Regional News 📺

Our psychotherapist Cleo will be appearing alongside Rachael Taylor, mum of Ellie, to highlight the urgent importance of eating disorder mortality awareness.

#EatingDisorderAwareness #EDAwareness #EatingDisorders

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The government wants to transform mental health support in England, improving prevention and early intervention through an ambitious new strategy.📣

Watch this space as we will be reaching out for your voice along the way. 🩵
#MentalHealthSupport #EatingDisorders

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We’re currently looking for volunteers to support our ARFID workshops for children & young people or adults.

Interested? Complete our registration of interest form https://t.co/1IE5L0GgNZ

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It's Mental Health Awareness Week 💚

This year’s theme is Action. Awareness matters, but real change happens when we take small, meaningful steps.

What action will you take today? 💭

#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #TakeAction #MentalHealthMatters #EatingDisorderRecovery

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Have you or a loved one been affected by disordered eating?

🧠 18+ with lived experience, or a family member/carer
💻 1-hour online interview (flexible format)
🎁 £15 voucher thank you

📩To take part, email [email protected]

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No waiting list for CBT-E support📣

✔ No waiting list
✔ Low-cost private support
✔ Experienced practitioners

Don’t wait to get the support you need https://t.co/XVu4268gHz
📩 [email protected]

#CBTE #EatingDisorderRecovery #MentalHealthSupport #FirstStepsED

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✨ Reiki as part of recovery ✨

Interested in finding out more?
📩 [email protected] OR make a referral https://t.co/NSgB5cWgwC

#RecoverySupport #ReikiHealing #MentalHealthMatters #FirstStepsED #WellbeingSupport

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If you’re aged 25 or under and have experience of social media impacting your eating disorder recovery or body image, we’d really value your input.

🗳️ Take part in the survey here: https://t.co/ip2uxIXVzY
#EatingDisorderRecovery #SocialMediaImpact #FirstStepsED

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In our latest Ask the Experts, our All Ages Services Director, Holly Whitehead, shares insight into how autism can impact eating behaviours.

💬Read the blog:
https://t.co/QzVmflOTZi

#AutismAwareness #EatingDisorders #ARFID #Neurodiversity #AskTheExperts #FirstStepsED

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Eating disorders are a growing crisis - and the system isn’t keeping up. 🚨

Lives are being put at risk due to gaps in care. This needs urgent national action.

✍️ Sign and share the petition today:
https://t.co/fkKekWgC6Y

#EatingDisorders #DumpTheScales #HealthInequality

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A huge thank you to all our amazing runners who took part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon this year.

If you’re ready to take on the challenge for First Steps, there are events happening across the UK that you can join! Visit our website https://t.co/VF4jrtnk5k

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For some people (especially those with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder), eating challenges may be linked to sensory sensitivities, fear of certain foods, or anxiety around eating.

Make a referral today https://t.co/NSgB5cWgwC
#WorldAutismAwarenessMonth #ARFIDAwareness

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Meet some of the adorable pets behind the First Steps ED team 💙

This National Pet Day, we’re celebrating the animals who bring us comfort, smiles and a little extra joy every day.

Show your pet some love today 🐶🐱🐾

#NationalPetDay #PetLove #FirstStepsED

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Have you seen our Easter support guide yet? 📷

Our Guide to Easter and Eating Disorders offers gentle support and practical tips to help you through the season.

📷 Download here: https://t.co/sClExU1aJi

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Did you know? 📷
Research suggests that up to 35% of people with eating disorders may be autistic or show elevated autistic traits.

If you or someone you support may benefit from help, make a referral today 📷
https://t.co/NSgB5cWOma
#AutismAwarenessMonth #AutismAcceptance

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We want to remind our community 💛

At First Steps ED, we support all early-stage eating difficulties. You are not alone, and support is available.

You don’t need a diagnosis to reach out 👉 Make a referral today: https://t.co/NSgB5cWgwC

#EatingDisorders

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On Sunday, our team took part in the Derby 10K, running in support of @FirstStepsED, our nominated charity in #Derby. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️A fantastic effort from everyone involved and a great way to support an incredible local cause doing vital work in our community! You can still donate here: https://t.co/6fnQJwg1IQ

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In this video, our Befriending Coordinator answers some of the most common questions about the First Steps ED Befriending Service.

If you or someone you care about could benefit from this support, you can make a referral today.

🔗 Make a referral: https://t.co/NSgB5cWgwC

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A heartfelt thank you to Alice Taylor, who brought together staff and residents at West Hallam Care Home to host a wonderful raffle and cake sale in aid of First Steps ED, held in memory of her sister, Ellie.

#FirstStepsED #EatingDisorderAwareness #MakeADifference #GetInvolved

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We’re marching. Are you with us? 📢

On 18 April 2026, we’ll be joining the Dump the Scales Eating Disorder March to stand up for better support, better funding and a national strategy for eating disorders.

👣 Sign up and march with us:
https://t.co/rQfjy1Wbh7