WELCOME TO
Talking Eating Disorders (TEDS)TEDS (Talking Eating Disorders) is a Liverpool based eating disorder community interest company, founded by Leigh Best in 2000.
TEDs Founder, Leigh Best, is an experienced Accredited UKCP Psychotherapist and EMDR Practitioner. A retired University Lecturer, she was trained at Kings College Hospital in The Maudsley Method (as part of the ECHO Research Project). She is qualified to work with both children and adults. She works to challenge stigma, improve access to treatment, advocate for systemic change, so that everyone can access timely, equitable, and lifesaving support no matter where they live. She has a special interest in Happiness and Well Being and has a Master of Science in Positive Psychology and Well Being.
You don’t have to go through this alone…
Support meetings
TEDS holds a monthly support meeting on the second Tuesday of each month, offering a safe space to talk, listen, and feel supported. The group welcomes carers, parents, family members, friends, and individuals affected by any eating disorder.
Meetings are open to people who are not currently in treatment, those receiving treatment who would value extra support, and those in recovery who feel they may need occasional encouragement. The group provides a confidential, non-judgemental environment where you can share experiences, express feelings, and learn coping strategies alongside others who understand.
TEDS MEETINGS ARE HELD ON THE SECOND TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH
4:30 – 6:15pm Peer support group for sufferers
6:30 – 8:30pm Family and friends support group
Venue –
Clubmoor & Croxteth Family Centre
Utting Avenue
Liverpool
L11 1DQ
Support for parents, families and carers
TEDS offers a mixed self-help group for people experiencing an eating disorder and for those supporting a loved one. We recognise how isolating this role can feel and how limited community support often is.
Our groups are welcoming, kind, and non-judgemental spaces where you can talk, listen, or simply be alongside others who understand. TEDS is a pro-recovery group, supported by a trained psychotherapist, offering reassurance, shared understanding, and hope.
Volunteer with us!
TEDs is supported by volunteers who care deeply about making a difference for people affected by eating disorders. Volunteers play a vital role in helping us offer support, information, and hope to those who need it.
We are always happy to hear from people who would like to give their time, skills, or lived experience to support our work.
