Free Eating Disorder Self-Reflection Tools

Educational tools to help you reflect on patterns around food, body image, and eating — not a diagnosis, but a starting point.

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Why self-reflection tools

None of the tools on this page are diagnostic — a diagnosis requires a licensed clinician and a real evaluation. What they’re designed for is lower-stakes: giving you language for a pattern you’ve noticed, or a starting point if you’re not sure whether what you’re experiencing is “serious enough” to bring up with someone. Many people use one of these tools before a first conversation with our team, not instead of one.

Eating Disorder Self-Reflection Tool

A general self-reflection screener covering common signs and patterns across eating disorders. Not a diagnostic test. Learn More →

Emotional Eating Assessment

Explore the connection between emotions and eating behaviors. Learn More →

Binge Eating Assessment

Reflect on patterns of binge eating and their impact on daily life. Learn More →

Body Image Assessment

Check in on how you see and relate to your body. Learn More →

ARFID Assessment

Explore avoidant or restrictive eating patterns for reasons other than body image concerns. This cannot determine whether ARFID is present. Learn More →

Food Rules & Eating Patterns

Explore rigid food rules and an overly narrow focus on “clean” eating. Learn More →

Stress & Anxiety Eating Screener

Look at how stress and anxiety show up in eating behavior. Learn More →

Warning Signs Tool

A quick reference for recognizing warning signs in yourself or someone you love. Learn More →

Treatment Readiness & Level of Care Navigator

Learn about common levels of support and questions to discuss with a qualified professional. Learn More →

Insurance Navigator

Learn what questions to ask your insurer about eating-disorder treatment. Benefits and authorization vary by plan. Learn More →

Frequently asked questions

Which tool should I start with if I’m not sure what I’m dealing with?

The general Eating Disorder Self-Reflection Tool is designed as a starting point that covers common signs across multiple conditions — the more specific tools below it are there if something feels closer to a particular pattern.

Are my answers to these tools saved or shared with anyone?

These are private, in-the-moment reflection tools — they’re not scored or stored as clinical records. If you want your reflections to inform an actual conversation, that happens when you choose to reach out, not automatically.

These tools are for educational purposes only and are not a diagnosis. A professional evaluation is the only way to understand what is happening.