Eating Disorders Psychologists and Therapists in Docklands, VIC

Dr Daniel Shaw
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I help clients with a range of complex issues, including trauma, addictions, eating disorders and OCD.
I work with kind, intelligent, and reflective individuals who, despite their outward achievements, feel trapped by unhelpful patterns and past experiences. My clients often feel a sense of being lost, broken, or tainted. They may struggle with chronic self-doubt and the belief that they are not worthy of a fulfilling life. They are looking to move from a place of simply surviving to a life of meaning and purpose.
I help clients with a range of complex issues, including trauma, addictions, eating disorders and OCD.
I work with kind, intelligent, and reflective individuals who, despite their outward achievements, feel trapped by unhelpful patterns and past experiences. My clients often feel a sense of being lost, broken, or tainted. They may struggle with chronic self-doubt and the belief that they are not worthy of a fulfilling life. They are looking to move from a place of simply surviving to a life of meaning and purpose.
(03) 9969 2190 View (03) 9969 2190
Melbourne Centre of Psychotherapy and Consultancy
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Serves Area
The Melbourne Centre of Psychotherapy and Consultancy provides a peaceful environment where you are nurtured & respected. MCPC Psychologists & Psychotherapists work with adults, children & couples to provide therapeutic care for a broad range of mental health and interpersonal issues. Alongside our director Dr Sara Taylor we have 6 practitioners with different areas of expertise. We apply and integrate psychological therapies that best suit your needs, your preferences, and your specific mental health issues.
The Melbourne Centre of Psychotherapy and Consultancy provides a peaceful environment where you are nurtured & respected. MCPC Psychologists & Psychotherapists work with adults, children & couples to provide therapeutic care for a broad range of mental health and interpersonal issues. Alongside our director Dr Sara Taylor we have 6 practitioners with different areas of expertise. We apply and integrate psychological therapies that best suit your needs, your preferences, and your specific mental health issues.
(03) 7003 2565 View (03) 7003 2565
Dr Nicki Gazis
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I have a special interest in treating the Eating Disorders: Binge Eating; Bulimia; Anorexia Nervosa.
I am a clinical psychologist with over twenty-five years' experience. I provide an affordable service with most sessions attracting a generous Medicare rebate provided that you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP. The service offers convenient day time and after-hours consultation times and is centrally located close to major transport in Southbank.
I have a special interest in treating the Eating Disorders: Binge Eating; Bulimia; Anorexia Nervosa.
I am a clinical psychologist with over twenty-five years' experience. I provide an affordable service with most sessions attracting a generous Medicare rebate provided that you have a Mental Health Treatment Plan from your GP. The service offers convenient day time and after-hours consultation times and is centrally located close to major transport in Southbank.
(03) 7020 2715 View (03) 7020 2715
Bright Psych
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
Bright Psych provides a comprehensive psychological service for adolescents and adults.
(03) 9068 6415 View (03) 9068 6415
Hoor Elbakry
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
If you’re ready for real change (not just talk), this is a focused, results-driven service. I provide evidence-based psychological care to address childhood trauma, PTSD, relationship stress and anxiety. I also offer adult ADHD and Autism assessments. My approach to therapy is structured, practical, and tailored to you, helping you understand patterns, regain control, and make meaningful progress.
If you’re ready for real change (not just talk), this is a focused, results-driven service. I provide evidence-based psychological care to address childhood trauma, PTSD, relationship stress and anxiety. I also offer adult ADHD and Autism assessments. My approach to therapy is structured, practical, and tailored to you, helping you understand patterns, regain control, and make meaningful progress.
(03) 7076 3333 View (03) 7076 3333
Reset & Grow Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
Magda's clients vary from well-seasoned in therapy to these who never worked with a psychologist before. Many are experiencing a major life transition such as geographical relocation, relationship breakdown/dissatisfaction or a career transition. It is her vision and passion to facilitate individuals, couples and families in connect to their values, learning practical tools to cope with life's challenges more effectively, and live happier and more meaningful lives. She specialises in providing services to culturally and linguistically diverse clients, LGBTQI clients, and clients who identify as religious and/or spiritual.
Magda's clients vary from well-seasoned in therapy to these who never worked with a psychologist before. Many are experiencing a major life transition such as geographical relocation, relationship breakdown/dissatisfaction or a career transition. It is her vision and passion to facilitate individuals, couples and families in connect to their values, learning practical tools to cope with life's challenges more effectively, and live happier and more meaningful lives. She specialises in providing services to culturally and linguistically diverse clients, LGBTQI clients, and clients who identify as religious and/or spiritual.
(03) 9069 9783 View (03) 9069 9783

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Kate Mellody
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Brighton East, VIC 3187
Kate is particularly passionate about working with people affected by eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns and anxiety.
Kate draws upon a range of therapeutic frameworks, which she tailors to the specific clinical needs of the individuals she works with. She has formal training in several evidence-based treatments for mental health issues including gold standard treatments for eating disorders (e.g., CBT-E, FBT).
Kate is particularly passionate about working with people affected by eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns and anxiety.
Kate draws upon a range of therapeutic frameworks, which she tailors to the specific clinical needs of the individuals she works with. She has formal training in several evidence-based treatments for mental health issues including gold standard treatments for eating disorders (e.g., CBT-E, FBT).
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Karla Lomagno
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
1 Endorsed
Hawthorn, VIC 3122
I have worked with individuals grappling with a diverse range of mental health conditions, and have developed a keen interest in supporting those dealing with disordered eating and emotional dysregulation challenges.
I bring a wealth of knowledge to my practice, specialising in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with intensive training and expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), Family-Based Therapy (FBT), and trauma-informed therapy.
I have worked with individuals grappling with a diverse range of mental health conditions, and have developed a keen interest in supporting those dealing with disordered eating and emotional dysregulation challenges.
I bring a wealth of knowledge to my practice, specialising in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with intensive training and expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), Family-Based Therapy (FBT), and trauma-informed therapy.
(03) 9131 8787 View (03) 9131 8787
Yukti Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Middle Park, VIC 3206
I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/ eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
I approach therapy holistically, supporting the mind, body, and emotions together. I bring evidence-based tools with a commitment for making space for realness, reflection and meaning making. My clinical practices include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/ eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
I approach therapy holistically, supporting the mind, body, and emotions together. I bring evidence-based tools with a commitment for making space for realness, reflection and meaning making. My clinical practices include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
(03) 7003 2138 View (03) 7003 2138
Christopher Edward Beards
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Online Only
I work with adults and adolescents navigating complex presentations; like eating disorders, trauma, personality difficulties, men's mental health, and LGBTQIA+ concerns.
I offer evidence-based psychological treatment using CBT, DBT, ACT, and schema-informed approaches, tailored to each person rather than applied generically. I specialise in eating disorder treatment (ANZAED credentialed), complex mental health assessment, and report writing. I also provide AHPRA Board Approved Supervision to psychologists.
I work with adults and adolescents navigating complex presentations; like eating disorders, trauma, personality difficulties, men's mental health, and LGBTQIA+ concerns.
I offer evidence-based psychological treatment using CBT, DBT, ACT, and schema-informed approaches, tailored to each person rather than applied generically. I specialise in eating disorder treatment (ANZAED credentialed), complex mental health assessment, and report writing. I also provide AHPRA Board Approved Supervision to psychologists.
(02) 7501 1359 View (02) 7501 1359
Rose Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Abbotsford, VIC 3067
I am passionate about working with adults who struggle with trauma, autism, OCD, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, & LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I take a relaxed & gentle approach to therapy sessions whilst remaining focused & analytical. I believe that therapy should be a safe space where you can show up exactly as you are & be met with warmth & compassion.
I am passionate about working with adults who struggle with trauma, autism, OCD, borderline personality disorder, eating disorders, & LGBTQIA+ individuals.
I take a relaxed & gentle approach to therapy sessions whilst remaining focused & analytical. I believe that therapy should be a safe space where you can show up exactly as you are & be met with warmth & compassion.
(07) 2100 4001 View (07) 2100 4001
Casey Anderson
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
North Melbourne, VIC 3051
Casey Anderson takes a psychoanalytic approach to psychotherapy. This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
Casey Anderson takes a psychoanalytic approach to psychotherapy. This way of working can be particularly helpful to work through unresolved feelings from the past and locate the hidden cause of symptoms; bringing relief from depression, anxiety, somatic disorders, and repetitive relationship issues.
(03) 7003 2898 View (03) 7003 2898
Melanie McInneny
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Essendon, VIC 3040
I enjoy working with individuals 13+ years presenting with anxiety disorders, eating disorders, mood difficulties, emotional difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment and life stressors, OCD, Phobias, burnout, work stress, trauma, PTSD and body image.
To help clients achieve the change they are seeking, I use a range of treatment modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, exposure therapy, CBT-E ( Eating Disorders) and MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults).
I enjoy working with individuals 13+ years presenting with anxiety disorders, eating disorders, mood difficulties, emotional difficulties, low self esteem, adjustment and life stressors, OCD, Phobias, burnout, work stress, trauma, PTSD and body image.
To help clients achieve the change they are seeking, I use a range of treatment modalities including CBT, ACT, DBT, Schema Therapy, EMDR, exposure therapy, CBT-E ( Eating Disorders) and MANTRA (Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults).
(03) 8104 9955 View (03) 8104 9955
Marie Mirbach
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Serves Area
I specialise in eating disorders, ASD, gender/identity and relationship problems.
As a couples therapist I aim to help people cultivate relationships that are “regenerative”, which means creating opportunities to heal old wounds and design a relationship in which both partners can thrive in their personal and family lives. Relationships are complex and it’s important to me to give room for the nuances of each partner’s experience.
I specialise in eating disorders, ASD, gender/identity and relationship problems.
As a couples therapist I aim to help people cultivate relationships that are “regenerative”, which means creating opportunities to heal old wounds and design a relationship in which both partners can thrive in their personal and family lives. Relationships are complex and it’s important to me to give room for the nuances of each partner’s experience.
(03) 4420 9044 View (03) 4420 9044
Olivia Syposs
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Malvern East, VIC 3145
I specialise in working with adolescents young adults in their 20s and 30s who are navigating relationship challenges, eating disorders, family trauma, mood disorders, and the ripple effects of complex family dynamics or sustained trauma.
My approach is interpersonal and collaborative. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help guide, support, and explore alongside you—not as a superior but as a teammate in your journey toward healing and growth. I draw from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy and schema therapy.
I specialise in working with adolescents young adults in their 20s and 30s who are navigating relationship challenges, eating disorders, family trauma, mood disorders, and the ripple effects of complex family dynamics or sustained trauma.
My approach is interpersonal and collaborative. I believe that you are the expert in your own life, and my role is to help guide, support, and explore alongside you—not as a superior but as a teammate in your journey toward healing and growth. I draw from psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioural therapy and schema therapy.
(03) 7500 5494 View (03) 7500 5494
Lisa Bloom
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Beaumaris, VIC 3193
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist helping individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating and binge eating, and body image issues.
While I am a therapist, I am a human first and I believe that therapy shouldn’t be formal or scary. I welcome all body shapes, sizes and identities and practice from a weight inclusive framework. I also work with clients who have tried traditional Eating Disorders therapies in the past, and perhaps need an alternative approach that goes deeper.
I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist helping individuals struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating and binge eating, and body image issues.
While I am a therapist, I am a human first and I believe that therapy shouldn’t be formal or scary. I welcome all body shapes, sizes and identities and practice from a weight inclusive framework. I also work with clients who have tried traditional Eating Disorders therapies in the past, and perhaps need an alternative approach that goes deeper.
(03) 7500 5433 View (03) 7500 5433
Stacey Linton
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Bundoora, VIC 3083
I work with children (7+), adolescents, and adults experiencing concerns such as; trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, ADHD, depression, impacts of domestic violence, grief, addiction, and burnout.
Clients often describe our work together as feeling safe, empowering, practical, and fun. I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Compassion-Focused Therapy, tailoring sessions to your unique needs and goals. I offer neuro-affirming treatment, and a sensory friendly environment.
I work with children (7+), adolescents, and adults experiencing concerns such as; trauma, eating disorders, anxiety, ADHD, depression, impacts of domestic violence, grief, addiction, and burnout.
Clients often describe our work together as feeling safe, empowering, practical, and fun. I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Compassion-Focused Therapy, tailoring sessions to your unique needs and goals. I offer neuro-affirming treatment, and a sensory friendly environment.
(03) 8400 0220 View (03) 8400 0220
Embodying Hope - Tessa Gordon
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Eating disorders can feel hopeless, but they aren’t.
I've been in the war zone of an eating disorder & come out the other side. Now recovered, I love working with others to discover their version of recovery & find out what is keeping them from living the life they desire. Problems don’t develop in isolation but they do grow there. Through conversations, we'll create space to discover your hopes & preferences.
Eating disorders can feel hopeless, but they aren’t.
I've been in the war zone of an eating disorder & come out the other side. Now recovered, I love working with others to discover their version of recovery & find out what is keeping them from living the life they desire. Problems don’t develop in isolation but they do grow there. Through conversations, we'll create space to discover your hopes & preferences.
(07) 5241 1642 View (07) 5241 1642
Rosie Marks
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Hello, I'm Rosie (she/her), I support adults (21yrs +) with a range of mental health concerns including eating disorders, disordered eating, ADHD, anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, low self-esteem and burnout.
My interpersonal style is warm, open and affirming. I am dedicated to providing treatment which is evidence-based, collaborative and holistic.
Hello, I'm Rosie (she/her), I support adults (21yrs +) with a range of mental health concerns including eating disorders, disordered eating, ADHD, anxiety, depression, traumatic stress, low self-esteem and burnout.
My interpersonal style is warm, open and affirming. I am dedicated to providing treatment which is evidence-based, collaborative and holistic.
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Phoebe Beveridge
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Carlton North, VIC 3054
My focus is relationship anxiety and attachment patterns, alongside complex trauma, eating disorders, and couples work.
I work with adults experiencing relationship anxiety, fear of abandonment, people-pleasing, conflict avoidance, reassurance-seeking, jealousy or comparison, and reactions that feel disproportionate to what triggered them. These patterns tend to repeat across relationships, and often sit alongside high personal standards or a habit of putting others' needs first. These patterns may have developed as responses to childhood relationships that were inconsistent, critical, or unpredictable. We work to both understand where these patterns came from and how they show up today to work towards lasting change.
My focus is relationship anxiety and attachment patterns, alongside complex trauma, eating disorders, and couples work.
I work with adults experiencing relationship anxiety, fear of abandonment, people-pleasing, conflict avoidance, reassurance-seeking, jealousy or comparison, and reactions that feel disproportionate to what triggered them. These patterns tend to repeat across relationships, and often sit alongside high personal standards or a habit of putting others' needs first. These patterns may have developed as responses to childhood relationships that were inconsistent, critical, or unpredictable. We work to both understand where these patterns came from and how they show up today to work towards lasting change.
(08) 6845 7168 View (08) 6845 7168
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.