White Pine Center for Healing

06/12/2026

06/11/2026

One of the many things that we wish more people knew is that eating disorders do not have a specific look.

People of all body sizes, ages, genders, and backgrounds can experience eating disorders and disordered eating. Unfortunately, misconceptions about who can struggle often create barriers to understanding, support, and care.

When we rely on stereotypes, we risk overlooking the very real experiences of those who may be suffering in silence.

At White Pine Center for Healing, we believe everyone deserves access to compassionate, healing-centered care, regardless of how they look or whether they fit common assumptions about eating disorders.

Awareness begins with understanding, and understanding begins with challenging the myths that prevent people from receiving the support they deserve.

What is something you wish more people understood about eating disorders?

06/11/2026

Welcome to White Pine Center for Healing 🌲

At White Pine, we believe healing begins with compassion, dignity, understanding, and connection.

Our mission is rooted in supporting individuals impacted by eating disorders, body image concerns, disordered eating, and weight stigma through education, advocacy, community outreach, and healing-centered care.

We know that many of these struggles are often misunderstood, overlooked, or experienced in silence. That's why creating spaces for awareness, conversation, support, and hope is at the heart of everything we do.

Whether you're here to learn more, seek resources, support someone you care about, advocate for change, or simply better understand these important issues, we're glad you're here.

Thank you for helping us further a mission that reminds people they are worthy of care, support, and healing.

🌲 Learn more about our mission at the link in our bio.
🌲 Follow along for resources, education, and updates.
🌲 Help us create a community where healing feels possible for all.

Consider donating to White Pine Center for Healing via Erie Gives at the link in our comments!

05/27/2026

This June, White Pine Center will be participating in the Commonwealth Prevention Conference in Harrisburg as a vendor. We can't wait to share our mission with prevention providers and advocates from around the state!

05/15/2026

And last Thursday, WPC participated in the Purple One Sexual Assault Conference, featuring the Gaby Petito Foundation. Victims of sexual assault are 4 times more likely to experience an eating disorder.

05/15/2026

Last week, White Pine Center participated in two student health fairs, helping students and staff navigate their issues and worries about their bodies and judgments from others.

05/15/2026

White Pine Center apologizes to all of our followers for causing more stress in your lives.
We will proceed legally against people who are making hateful statements and causing harm to our followers.

05/12/2026

Did you know that public weigh-ins and comparisons can deeply impact how we view ourselves? Emily’s story highlights the importance of shifting from judgment to understanding. Explore more personal experiences and learn how you can support body image healing in our community. Read Emily’s full story: www.whitepinecenter.org/every-body-has-a-story