Helplines
Our free & confidential helpline services provide support and information 365 days a year . Call 0808 801 0677 or 0808 801 0711 for the Youthline.
Support Services
Helpline: 0808 801 0677
Studentline: 0808 801 0811
Youthline: 0808 801 0711
Our Helplines are open 365 days a year from 12pm–8pm during the week, and 4pm–8pm on weekends and bank holidays.
Sometimes our lines are busy. If you can't get through immediately, please do try again or try our one-to-one web chat.
Beat are currently working closely with our partners NEDIC, a Canadian eating disorder charity, to pilot a one-to-one web chat service between the hours of 8pm and midnight. Between these hours, your chats will be with a member of the trained NEDIC team and data will be stored within Beat’s systems. For more information please email us.
You are never alone with your eating disorder. We are here to support people who have or are worried they have an eating disorder, as well as others affected, such as friends and family members.
See below to find out more about how we can help you.
Online Support Groups
Chat with other recoverees and carers in one of Beat's chat rooms . Sessions involve a mix of themed discussion and general conversation.
One-to-one Web Chat
Speak directly with Beat's support advisors using our secure messaging service .
Access the One-to-one Web ChatHelpFinder
Search Beat's directory of eating disorder services including therapists, private clinics, & support groups.
Access HelpFinderEcho Peer Coaching
Echo peer coaching is a free and confidential telephone-based service for anyone caring for someone with an eating disorder that gives you the chance to speak to someone who’s been there.
Scotland: Online Peer Support for Young People
Beat has teamed up with NHS Lothian to deliver online peer support for young people across Scotland. If you live in Scotland, have an eating disorder, and are 12 – 25 years old, register your interest now.
Find out moreOverturning Bad Decisions
If someone has made a decision that denies you or a loved one treatment for or information about an eating disorder, this page is designed to help you overturn that decision.
Find out moreDownloadable resources
Downloadable copies of our leaflets and booklets including our popular GP Guide. If needed, you can also order hard copies here.
Find out more