This site honors Phil Werdell’s legacy by preserving his groundbreaking work and honoring the profound impact he had on countless lives.
Over more than three decades, Phil was a pioneer in the treatment of Food Addiction and a leader in the effort to have it recognized as a substance use disorder. Combining deep compassion, experience, and groundbreaking methods, Phil helped thousands find recovery and hope.
His legacy lives on through the people he touched, the professionals he trained, and his body of work.
Phil led the early movement to recognize Food Addiction as a true substance use disorder.
Author of eight books (see below), including the forthcoming "Healing Food Addiction, What Works," and contributor to dozens of other books, articles, and recovery manuals.
Helped more than 5,000 late-stage Food Addicts find recovery through compassionate, proven methods.
Founder of the Food Addiction Institute and creator of programs like ACORN Food Dependency Recovery Services, now known as SHiFT, Recovery by Acorn.
Led workshops, intensives, and professional training programs worldwide for counselors and clients. Instructed and influenced medical professionals
Remembered for his unconditional love, insight, and personal commitment to every client’s journey.
Phil’s books offer insights into Food Addiction, providing practical tools and strategies to overcome denial and achieve lasting recovery.
