Eating Disorders Psychologists and Therapists in Manly, NSW
I provide soul-centered psychotherapy for eating disorders, complex trauma (childhood emotional neglect) and not feeling good enough.
You may look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or not good enough. You might turn to food for comfort, control, or relief, then feel shame, guilt, or self-criticism afterwards. Many of the women I work with carry the impact of early trauma, emotional neglect, or difficult mother–daughter relationships that continue to shape how they feel about themselves. Some feel stuck in patterns they don’t understand, while others are quietly asking, “who am I, really?” and longing for a deeper, more meaningful connection with themselves, their body, and their inner world.
I provide soul-centered psychotherapy for eating disorders, complex trauma (childhood emotional neglect) and not feeling good enough.
You may look like you’re coping, but inside you feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or not good enough. You might turn to food for comfort, control, or relief, then feel shame, guilt, or self-criticism afterwards. Many of the women I work with carry the impact of early trauma, emotional neglect, or difficult mother–daughter relationships that continue to shape how they feel about themselves. Some feel stuck in patterns they don’t understand, while others are quietly asking, “who am I, really?” and longing for a deeper, more meaningful connection with themselves, their body, and their inner world.
My professional background spans schools, hospitals, and specialist eating disorder services, giving me a broad understanding of the many factors that influence mental health and wellbeing.
Many parents and young people reach out when adolescence or early adulthood begins to feel challenging or unsteady, and emotions become difficult to manage alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where teenagers and young adults can feel understood and accepted, without pressure to have everything figured out. Together, we explore what may be contributing to their distress, build practical coping skills, and support the development of confidence, emotional balance, and self-acceptance.
My professional background spans schools, hospitals, and specialist eating disorder services, giving me a broad understanding of the many factors that influence mental health and wellbeing.
Many parents and young people reach out when adolescence or early adulthood begins to feel challenging or unsteady, and emotions become difficult to manage alone. I offer a safe, supportive space where teenagers and young adults can feel understood and accepted, without pressure to have everything figured out. Together, we explore what may be contributing to their distress, build practical coping skills, and support the development of confidence, emotional balance, and self-acceptance.
Whether you're seeking support reaching your dreams or are struggling with the many pains of life, such as conflict, depression, anxiety, or grief & loss - counselling can be of real help. There's something very powerful in telling your story in the presence of someone who will listen deeply, accept everything that you are, and help you gain a new perspective. Together we will create a safe platform for change, growth and healing. For individuals and couples.
Whether you're seeking support reaching your dreams or are struggling with the many pains of life, such as conflict, depression, anxiety, or grief & loss - counselling can be of real help. There's something very powerful in telling your story in the presence of someone who will listen deeply, accept everything that you are, and help you gain a new perspective. Together we will create a safe platform for change, growth and healing. For individuals and couples.
I am a registered psychologist and credentialed eating disorder clinician with over 8 years of experience working with complex and relational trauma, eating disorders, and body image concerns in private practice settings.
I'm here for those who seem to be totally put together when deep down, they're actually hanging by a thread.
If you're looking for therapy to unpack a lifetime of masking, problem-solving, and perfecting your way through our world of socially constructed ideals, I became a psychologist for people just like you.
Whether it's body image dissatisfaction, a late realization that you're AuDHD, learning to embrace your gender or sexuality, or anything you've felt pressure to hide or mask, my hope is that you can feel safe and supported while working with me.
I am a registered psychologist and credentialed eating disorder clinician with over 8 years of experience working with complex and relational trauma, eating disorders, and body image concerns in private practice settings.
I'm here for those who seem to be totally put together when deep down, they're actually hanging by a thread.
If you're looking for therapy to unpack a lifetime of masking, problem-solving, and perfecting your way through our world of socially constructed ideals, I became a psychologist for people just like you.
Whether it's body image dissatisfaction, a late realization that you're AuDHD, learning to embrace your gender or sexuality, or anything you've felt pressure to hide or mask, my hope is that you can feel safe and supported while working with me.
I'm a senior psychologist and nutritionist with over 8-years privately working at the intersection of mental and physical health, specifically the gut-brain axis. Many of my clients come to me feeling dismissed elsewhere, or like they've been managing symptoms in isolation: tired, brain fog, stressed nervous system, hormonal shifts and weight gain, low mood that stays flat, or feeling of chronic burnout.
I don't treat the mind and the gut as separate problems. Using a whole-person approach that combines psychology, nutritional science, and somatic nervous system work, I look at how these systems influence each other specific to you.
I'm a senior psychologist and nutritionist with over 8-years privately working at the intersection of mental and physical health, specifically the gut-brain axis. Many of my clients come to me feeling dismissed elsewhere, or like they've been managing symptoms in isolation: tired, brain fog, stressed nervous system, hormonal shifts and weight gain, low mood that stays flat, or feeling of chronic burnout.
I don't treat the mind and the gut as separate problems. Using a whole-person approach that combines psychology, nutritional science, and somatic nervous system work, I look at how these systems influence each other specific to you.
- If you are struggling with Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Mood Disorders, ADHD) - Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Sex, Gaming, Work and Eating Disorders) - Trauma (Childhood Physical, Emotional and Sexual Abuse) - Grief and Loss (Unresolved Grief and Empty Chair Work Therapy) - Co-Dependency in Relationships (Conflict, Boundaries and Communication Issues) then I have the skill set to help you overcome these challenges if you are willing to do the work.
As a counsellor I offer a safe and non judgemental space to support client's to be vulnerable, process trauma, work through life challenges and build a toolbox of support skills to enhance healthy self-esteem, boundaries, emotional regulation, assertive communication, relapse prevention and healthy relationships to achieve meaningful change and self-agency.
- If you are struggling with Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Mood Disorders, ADHD) - Addictions (Drugs, Alcohol, Gambling, Sex, Gaming, Work and Eating Disorders) - Trauma (Childhood Physical, Emotional and Sexual Abuse) - Grief and Loss (Unresolved Grief and Empty Chair Work Therapy) - Co-Dependency in Relationships (Conflict, Boundaries and Communication Issues) then I have the skill set to help you overcome these challenges if you are willing to do the work.
As a counsellor I offer a safe and non judgemental space to support client's to be vulnerable, process trauma, work through life challenges and build a toolbox of support skills to enhance healthy self-esteem, boundaries, emotional regulation, assertive communication, relapse prevention and healthy relationships to achieve meaningful change and self-agency.
“Thank you for wanting to build a relationship with one of our psychologists. If you've been searching for a space where you can feel comfortable, loved and seen for the real you - we will be perfect for each other. At our practice every thought is given to your experience and your unique journey. Our time together will be grounded in meaning, purpose and your evolution. Over the years, we have built strong relationships with our clients, and developed a cutting-edge practice based on the reputation of our work. Personal growth and human optimisation is our healthy(ish) obsession!" - Principal Psychologist Charlene Neuhoff
“Thank you for wanting to build a relationship with one of our psychologists. If you've been searching for a space where you can feel comfortable, loved and seen for the real you - we will be perfect for each other. At our practice every thought is given to your experience and your unique journey. Our time together will be grounded in meaning, purpose and your evolution. Over the years, we have built strong relationships with our clients, and developed a cutting-edge practice based on the reputation of our work. Personal growth and human optimisation is our healthy(ish) obsession!" - Principal Psychologist Charlene Neuhoff
Experienced registered psychotherapist/counsellor/coach passionate about supporting the wellbeing and growth of her clients building with them a safe, therapeutic and compassionate relationship.
Experienced registered psychotherapist/counsellor/coach passionate about supporting the wellbeing and growth of her clients building with them a safe, therapeutic and compassionate relationship.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
I am a calm, compassionate, and non-judgmental individual and couple therapist. I work to develop relationships of deep trust and understanding with you. I have a great deal of experience helping people overcome complex and persistent problems. I will never give up on you. I will hold the hope for you even if you are feeling discouraged or hopeless. As a nurse practitioner as well as a psychotherapist, I can prescribe psychotropic medication if needed. I can provide medicare rebates for every session because I am also a nurse practitioner.
Reclaim the joy of eating! Next to breathing, feeding is the first an most important thing we have to do in life, connected to almost every other aspect of life and development, occuring multiple times a day, everyday, across the lifespan. No human behaviour has greater biological & social significance. We're available internationally for symptoms of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), paediatric feeding disorders (PFD), baby bottle or feeding tube dependence (tube weaning), food selectivity ('picky'/'fussy' eaters), mealtime behaviour, skills (utensils, cup drinking, chewing), medication refusal, and pica.
Reclaim the joy of eating! Next to breathing, feeding is the first an most important thing we have to do in life, connected to almost every other aspect of life and development, occuring multiple times a day, everyday, across the lifespan. No human behaviour has greater biological & social significance. We're available internationally for symptoms of avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), paediatric feeding disorders (PFD), baby bottle or feeding tube dependence (tube weaning), food selectivity ('picky'/'fussy' eaters), mealtime behaviour, skills (utensils, cup drinking, chewing), medication refusal, and pica.
Are you suffering a mental health condition? Are you struggling dealing with your childs behaviour or simply need an assessment for learning difficulties/ADHD/ASD? You may simply be feeling a little lost with little direction and clarity. If this is you, then make a change today and reach out and speak to one of our clinicians. We use a multidisciplinary approach and have a team of Psychologists, Occupational Therapist, Behaviour Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Art Therapists, Learning/ Remedial Support Teachers, Physiotherapists. We see NDIS, AccessPlus, Medicare, WC, CTP, VS, EAP clients
Are you suffering a mental health condition? Are you struggling dealing with your childs behaviour or simply need an assessment for learning difficulties/ADHD/ASD? You may simply be feeling a little lost with little direction and clarity. If this is you, then make a change today and reach out and speak to one of our clinicians. We use a multidisciplinary approach and have a team of Psychologists, Occupational Therapist, Behaviour Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Art Therapists, Learning/ Remedial Support Teachers, Physiotherapists. We see NDIS, AccessPlus, Medicare, WC, CTP, VS, EAP clients
Also a credentialed eating disorders clinician, trained in somatic psychotherapy and the treatment of addictions, trauma and dementia.
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.
Also a credentialed eating disorders clinician, trained in somatic psychotherapy and the treatment of addictions, trauma and dementia.
Are you constantly anxious? Stuck or struggling with relationships? No idea how to move on? My name's Robyn and I'm a Gestalt Psychotherapist and Somatic Movement/Dance Movement Therapist with 17 years' experience working with groups and individuals. A deep knowledge of body process and nonverbal communication allows me to attend to the whole of a person's experience, rather than just what they say. I take a relational, creative and trauma-informed approach, and tailor it for every person or group I work with.
As a Master’s qualified Counsellor and Health and Wellbeing Coach, I offer warm, professional support to adolescents and parents navigating life’s challenges. With over a decade of experience, I draw on evidence-based approaches within a strengths-based, trauma-informed framework, including CBT, ACT, somatic strategies, and solution-focused therapy. I’m passionate about helping young people build confidence and emotional regulation and supporting parents to feel more equipped and connected. I offer 1:1 counselling, parent support, and school-based wellbeing programs through Chasing Sunrise Wellbeing.
As a Master’s qualified Counsellor and Health and Wellbeing Coach, I offer warm, professional support to adolescents and parents navigating life’s challenges. With over a decade of experience, I draw on evidence-based approaches within a strengths-based, trauma-informed framework, including CBT, ACT, somatic strategies, and solution-focused therapy. I’m passionate about helping young people build confidence and emotional regulation and supporting parents to feel more equipped and connected. I offer 1:1 counselling, parent support, and school-based wellbeing programs through Chasing Sunrise Wellbeing.
Hi, I’m El (She/Her), a bubbly, queer and neurodivergent psychologist who has been working with people from all walks of life and corners of the world for some time. I have a passion for working with people who are of the LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent, First Nations communities, and those who are have experienced traumatic events in their life. My strengths are helping clients feel safe to be themselves and to share their story, knowing they will be accepted for who they are. My approach is very down to earth, empathetic and warm.
Hi, I’m El (She/Her), a bubbly, queer and neurodivergent psychologist who has been working with people from all walks of life and corners of the world for some time. I have a passion for working with people who are of the LGBTQIA+, Neurodivergent, First Nations communities, and those who are have experienced traumatic events in their life. My strengths are helping clients feel safe to be themselves and to share their story, knowing they will be accepted for who they are. My approach is very down to earth, empathetic and warm.
I work with adults navigating eating disorders, body image issues, burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
I have extensive expertise across a range of psychological concerns. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based, empowering clients to become their own therapist. I understand the complexities of being human, adapting my approach to consider trauma, neurodivergence, health challenges, stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
I work with adults navigating eating disorders, body image issues, burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and Autism.
I have extensive expertise across a range of psychological concerns. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based, empowering clients to become their own therapist. I understand the complexities of being human, adapting my approach to consider trauma, neurodivergence, health challenges, stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
Are you struggling with conflict and feeling distant from your partner? Are you constantly worried about life and what happens next? Or is it more about what happened today or yesterday? Are you overcome by a significant loss in your life? A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member? Or is life just so “blahhh” that it is a struggle to get through the day? All these situations and many others are a result of your most intimate and important relationship – the one you have with yourself!
Are you struggling with conflict and feeling distant from your partner? Are you constantly worried about life and what happens next? Or is it more about what happened today or yesterday? Are you overcome by a significant loss in your life? A job, your health, a friend, a partner, a house, a family member? Or is life just so “blahhh” that it is a struggle to get through the day? All these situations and many others are a result of your most intimate and important relationship – the one you have with yourself!
You're a mum who’s overwhelmed, burnt out, and wondering where you went in all of this. You’re carrying the mental load, trying to do everything “right,” but still feel resentful, anxious, or low. You want to feel more like yourself again - calm, connected, and understood.
Or maybe you’re a couple stuck in the same arguments - disconnected, resentful, unsure how to fix it. You both want to feel heard again, to stop fighting over chores, and to rebuild a sense of closeness and teamwork without blame.
You're a mum who’s overwhelmed, burnt out, and wondering where you went in all of this. You’re carrying the mental load, trying to do everything “right,” but still feel resentful, anxious, or low. You want to feel more like yourself again - calm, connected, and understood.
Or maybe you’re a couple stuck in the same arguments - disconnected, resentful, unsure how to fix it. You both want to feel heard again, to stop fighting over chores, and to rebuild a sense of closeness and teamwork without blame.
I bring over 16 years experience as a psychologist working with presentations such as anxiety and mood disorders, eating disorders, major life adjustments and emotional regulation difficulties.
I see people seeking to better understand themselves, seeking self growth and wanting to change unhelpful patterns in their life. I integrative various therapies such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy. This integrative, longer term therapy results in clarified understanding of self, relationships and ability to live a fulfilled life with meaning.
I bring over 16 years experience as a psychologist working with presentations such as anxiety and mood disorders, eating disorders, major life adjustments and emotional regulation difficulties.
I see people seeking to better understand themselves, seeking self growth and wanting to change unhelpful patterns in their life. I integrative various therapies such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy. This integrative, longer term therapy results in clarified understanding of self, relationships and ability to live a fulfilled life with meaning.
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I have many years experience in public health supporting individuals and families through mental health struggles, relational issues, trauma and eating disorders.
I work with people who feel unhappy, disconnected, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that no longer serve them. This might show up as relationship difficulties, people-pleasing, feeling out of control, or a nagging feeling that you're not enough. Together, we work to understand your experiences and build coping skills and strategies to help you move forward. Clients often report greater self-awareness, feeling more connected to themselves, and approaching life with more choice and self-compassion. Throughout this process, I bring warmth, honesty, and humour to our work, creating a space that feels safe, validating, and supportive.
I have many years experience in public health supporting individuals and families through mental health struggles, relational issues, trauma and eating disorders.
I work with people who feel unhappy, disconnected, overwhelmed, or caught in patterns that no longer serve them. This might show up as relationship difficulties, people-pleasing, feeling out of control, or a nagging feeling that you're not enough. Together, we work to understand your experiences and build coping skills and strategies to help you move forward. Clients often report greater self-awareness, feeling more connected to themselves, and approaching life with more choice and self-compassion. Throughout this process, I bring warmth, honesty, and humour to our work, creating a space that feels safe, validating, and supportive.
Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
Vanessa's has worked in government and non-profit sectors, specifically in child protection and out of home care. This experience has equipped her to handle complex behaviour, including oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, ADD, sensory processing disorder, suicide prevention, self-harm and eat disorders.
Vanessa is also a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and a Certified RO-DBT Practitioner.
Vanessa's has worked in government and non-profit sectors, specifically in child protection and out of home care. This experience has equipped her to handle complex behaviour, including oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, ADD, sensory processing disorder, suicide prevention, self-harm and eat disorders.
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Eating Disorders Therapists
What happens in therapy for eating disorders?
In therapy for eating disorders, patients typically describe their eating and exercise behaviours, their patterns of eating in relation to stress, their beliefs about their body, the ways their eating behaviour affects their relationships, and their desire (or lack of it) to change. Such information helps the therapist understand the origins of the disorder and the role it plays in the patient’s life, important for guiding treatment. Attitudes and feelings about food and eating, body weight, and physical appearance are common topics of discussion throughout treatment.
What therapy types help with eating disorders?
Once any acute medical or psychiatric emergency is resolved, psychoactive medication is often prescribed, requiring the supervision of a psychiatrist. In addition, patients receive some form of nutritional counselling along with one or more forms of psychotherapy. For adolescents, family-based treatment is empirically validated and considered the first line of treatment; parents and their children meet weekly with a clinician as the adults are coached on how to nourish and psychologically support the young patient. Adults typically receive some form of individual psychotherapy, intended to resolve the cognitive and behavioural disturbances that underlie the disorder and to relieve the mood disturbances that accompany it. In addition, patients may also be helped by group therapy.
What is the goal of therapy for eating disorders?
The most immediate goal of treatment for eating disorders is to save the life of people who are on a path of starving themselves to death or engaging in eating patterns that are doing irreparable physical harm to their body. Once the acute medical danger is past, therapy is required to understand the nature of the disordered eating and/or exercise patterns, establish healthy eating behaviour, and to tackle the many erroneous beliefs and distorted self-perceptions that underlie eating disorders and continue to pose a threat to health and life. Therapy also addresses the impaired mood that not only accompanies eating disorders but intensifies the danger to health and life.
What are the limitations of therapy for eating disorders?
Therapy can be very helpful for eating disorders—but that can happen only after people recognise they have a condition that must be treated. Especially with anorexia, the distortions in self-image that accompany the disorder can keep people from acknowledging they have a problem. Individuals may in fact see their eating disorder as a badge of self-control. Those with binge-eating disorder may feel too ashamed to seek help. Therapy cannot help those who do not avail themselves of it.
How long does therapy last for eating disorders?
Because of their complexity, recovery from eating disorders is usually a long-term process—measured in months and years— often marked by setbacks and relapse. Some form of help, such as individual or group therapy, may be advisable for much of that time. It is a general rule of thumb that the longer the illness has endured and the dysregulated eating behaviour has taken root, the longer treatment is likely to be needed.