ArticleThe International journal of eating disorders2026
Supporting Individuals on Eating Disorder Waitlists Through App-Based Motivational Interviewing: A Qualitative Evaluation of a Program-Led Pilot Intervention.
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- A Program-Led Motivational App (MI-Coach: ED) for Eating Disorder Waitlists: Findings From a Feasibility and Acceptability Pilot Trial.The International journal of eating disorders · 2026Article
- Supporting Individuals on Eating Disorder Waitlists Through App-Based Motivational Interviewing: A Qualitative Evaluation of a Program-Led Pilot Intervention.The International journal of eating disorders · 2026Article
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objectiveIndividuals with eating disorders (EDs) often face long wait times before receiving formal treatment, which can exacerbate distress and undermine motivation for recovery. Despite this risk, few structured interventions are available to support individuals during the pretreatment period. This qualitative study examined the feasibility, acceptability, and perceived utility of motivational interviewing (MI)-Coach: ED, a structured and focused program-led mobile app intervention grounded in MI, designed to support individuals with EDs while waitlisted for treatment.
methodsSemi-structured interviews were conducted with two interest-holder groups: individuals with lived ED experience (n = 14) who completed a 4-week pilot study and clinicians (n = 5) in ED treatment settings. Data were analyzed using framework analysis to integrate themes across groups.
resultsBoth groups described MI-Coach: ED as accessible, flexible, and relevant to recovery. Preliminary indications of clinical benefit in the lived-experience group were observed, including clarity surrounding reasons for change, more manageable near-term goals, and renewed motivation. Clinicians described similar motivational benefits for clients facing lengthy treatment delays. Both groups emphasized the importance of a supportive digital relationship and suggested accessibility improvements. DISCUSSION: Findings support the feasibility and acceptability of MI-Coach: ED as a program-led digital tool for individuals awaiting ED treatment. The framework approach integrated cross-group themes and informed ongoing refinements to strengthen emotional safety, accessibility, and equitable use and will guide a future randomized controlled trial evaluating clinical impact and implementation. PUBLIC SIGNIFICANCE STATEMENT: People with eating disorders often wait a long time for treatment, leaving them feeling isolated and unmotivated. This study conducted interviews with people with eating disorders and clinicians to explore the value of MI-Coach: ED, a guided mobile app designed to support people during this waiting period. Feedback from both groups showed that the app was helpful, and suggestions are now shaping future improvements and research.
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