Eating Disorders Psychologists and Therapists in Langwarrin, VIC

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Looking Forward Counselling & Hypnotherapy
Counsellor, PACFA
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Supporting a wide range of concerns including: Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Self-esteem, Relational dynamics, Confidence, Grief, Conflict, Anger, Eating Disorder behaviour management
My mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental and confidential therapeutic environment for my clients. With over 15yrs of experience, you can explore any issues, receive support, navigate feelings and develop a toolbox of coping strategies to help move forward. Acknowledge the Past, Embrace Today, Look Forward to the Future.
Supporting a wide range of concerns including: Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Self-esteem, Relational dynamics, Confidence, Grief, Conflict, Anger, Eating Disorder behaviour management
My mission is to provide a safe, non-judgmental and confidential therapeutic environment for my clients. With over 15yrs of experience, you can explore any issues, receive support, navigate feelings and develop a toolbox of coping strategies to help move forward. Acknowledge the Past, Embrace Today, Look Forward to the Future.
(03) 5910 1684 View (03) 5910 1684
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Wonderings Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L3
Serves Area
I work with clients experiencing a range of difficulties, I recognise that all clients are unique and therefore approach each and every session with genuineness, curiosity and a range of therapeutic interventions that I can draw on to support my clients. My specialty is working with Children, Adolescents, Mums and Bubs and Families. This client group can benefit from attachment-based interventions, relationship and communication skills as well as emotion regulation and psychoeducation.
I work with clients experiencing a range of difficulties, I recognise that all clients are unique and therefore approach each and every session with genuineness, curiosity and a range of therapeutic interventions that I can draw on to support my clients. My specialty is working with Children, Adolescents, Mums and Bubs and Families. This client group can benefit from attachment-based interventions, relationship and communication skills as well as emotion regulation and psychoeducation.
(03) 5907 5923 View (03) 5907 5923
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Kirra Caldwell
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Serves Area
Kirra is an AHPRA endorsed clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Kirra works with children, adolescents and adults with a diverse range of presentations. Kirra completes learning assessments, Autism assessments, behavioural assessments and also works with depression, anxiety, general counselling and grief. Appointments are within school hours. Appointments are supported by a friendly Therapy Dog who provides supportive and calm environment for children and adults. This can also assist with individuals who are hesitant to come to sessions. Chat to us today to see how we can help.
Kirra is an AHPRA endorsed clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society. Kirra works with children, adolescents and adults with a diverse range of presentations. Kirra completes learning assessments, Autism assessments, behavioural assessments and also works with depression, anxiety, general counselling and grief. Appointments are within school hours. Appointments are supported by a friendly Therapy Dog who provides supportive and calm environment for children and adults. This can also assist with individuals who are hesitant to come to sessions. Chat to us today to see how we can help.
(03) 9068 6074 View (03) 9068 6074
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Bayside Counselling and Consultation (Seaford)
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Serves Area
Bayside Counselling and Consultation provides psychological support to private and government organisations through Employment Assistance Programs. Our team includes Psychologists and Mental Health Social Worker experienced in the provision of work-based mediation, critical incident debriefing, trauma-focused therapy, the effects of substance abuse in the workplace, anger management, and increasing work attendance and satisfaction. Private counselling is also available in our practice.
Bayside Counselling and Consultation provides psychological support to private and government organisations through Employment Assistance Programs. Our team includes Psychologists and Mental Health Social Worker experienced in the provision of work-based mediation, critical incident debriefing, trauma-focused therapy, the effects of substance abuse in the workplace, anger management, and increasing work attendance and satisfaction. Private counselling is also available in our practice.
(03) 5907 5890 View (03) 5907 5890

More Therapists Nearby

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Toula Filiadis
Social Worker, AMHSW
Highett, VIC 3190
Toula's areas of expertise include relationship and interpersonal issues; anxiety/depression management; conflict resolution; body esteem and eating disorders; self esteem/ assertiveness training; stress management; school/work based issues; gender/sexuality issues; trauma/ptsd; adjusting to transitions and life changes, grief and loss; parenting issues.
For 20 years, Toula has had the opportunity of working with people who have maintained a commitment to their wellbeing by addressing challenging issues in their lives. Toula has had extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families across a range of settings including public mental health, school setting, Relationships Australia and private practice. Toula maintains a wholistic approach and believes that individuals and families are the experts of their own lives and values their contribution in counselling.
Toula's areas of expertise include relationship and interpersonal issues; anxiety/depression management; conflict resolution; body esteem and eating disorders; self esteem/ assertiveness training; stress management; school/work based issues; gender/sexuality issues; trauma/ptsd; adjusting to transitions and life changes, grief and loss; parenting issues.
For 20 years, Toula has had the opportunity of working with people who have maintained a commitment to their wellbeing by addressing challenging issues in their lives. Toula has had extensive experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families across a range of settings including public mental health, school setting, Relationships Australia and private practice. Toula maintains a wholistic approach and believes that individuals and families are the experts of their own lives and values their contribution in counselling.
(03) 6146 1713 View (03) 6146 1713
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Niki Yuen Fen Bruysters
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
I work as a clinical psychologist and practice upon a foundation of empathy and authenticity. To embrace vulnerability is terrifying, so I prioritise creating a supportive safe space with my clients to move towards recovery goals. I am passionate about shifting the ‘hush-hush’ discourse around vulnerabilities with mental health, and empowering individuals to embrace the human nature to experience difficulties.
I work as a clinical psychologist and practice upon a foundation of empathy and authenticity. To embrace vulnerability is terrifying, so I prioritise creating a supportive safe space with my clients to move towards recovery goals. I am passionate about shifting the ‘hush-hush’ discourse around vulnerabilities with mental health, and empowering individuals to embrace the human nature to experience difficulties.
0493 967 479 View 0493 967 479
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Estefania Tello Arce
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
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One On One Counselling
Social Worker, MA, AMHSW
Vermont South, VIC 3133
We specialize in issues such as Binge Eating; Restricting; Low self esteem; Food noise; Body Image and the feeling of being stuck on an endless, soul destroying treadmill of battling with food and your weight.
Most counselling services can offer you advice; suggestions and support. What sets us apart is our genuine care, empathy, non-judgement and lived experience which means that we really ‘get’ what you are going through, not just a text book understanding. With particular interest in eating and body image, we have undertaken extensive specialist training.
We specialize in issues such as Binge Eating; Restricting; Low self esteem; Food noise; Body Image and the feeling of being stuck on an endless, soul destroying treadmill of battling with food and your weight.
Most counselling services can offer you advice; suggestions and support. What sets us apart is our genuine care, empathy, non-judgement and lived experience which means that we really ‘get’ what you are going through, not just a text book understanding. With particular interest in eating and body image, we have undertaken extensive specialist training.
(03) 7500 5788 View (03) 7500 5788
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Emily Hohnke
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Fitzroy, VIC 3065
She has training and experience in a range of areas, including anxiety, depression, body image issues, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Emily draws on a number of different theories and evidence-based treatment modalities when working with clients to ensure that the most appropriate treatment is offered to them. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
She has training and experience in a range of areas, including anxiety, depression, body image issues, eating disorders and relationship difficulties.
Emily draws on a number of different theories and evidence-based treatment modalities when working with clients to ensure that the most appropriate treatment is offered to them. These include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Schema Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
(03) 9111 5355 View (03) 9111 5355
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Alannah Giavara
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialise in working with clients with anxiety, low mood/depression, friendship/relationship challenges, eating disorders, autism and ADHD (a full list is a little further down).
I use a blend of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based practices to tailor sessions to your individual needs. I’m committed to creating a safe, open, and supportive space where you can explore your experiences without judgement.
I specialise in working with clients with anxiety, low mood/depression, friendship/relationship challenges, eating disorders, autism and ADHD (a full list is a little further down).
I use a blend of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mindfulness-based practices to tailor sessions to your individual needs. I’m committed to creating a safe, open, and supportive space where you can explore your experiences without judgement.
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GlynnMIND clinic
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Glen Waverley, VIC 3150
At GlynnMIND clinic, our mission is to heal bodies and minds across all gut and mind conditions. We understand the intricate link between the brain and the gut and this is pivotal to our treatment approach. We offer a tailored Gut-Directed hypnotherapy service to individuals with IBS and IBD aimed at reducing gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms.
At GlynnMIND clinic, our mission is to heal bodies and minds across all gut and mind conditions. We understand the intricate link between the brain and the gut and this is pivotal to our treatment approach. We offer a tailored Gut-Directed hypnotherapy service to individuals with IBS and IBD aimed at reducing gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms.
(03) 7500 5069 View (03) 7500 5069
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Breeanna Cross
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Health Psych.
1 Endorsed
Rosanna, VIC 3084
Breeanna is a registered and endorsed clinical health psychologist and credentialed eating disorder therapist.
Breeanna's experience has seen her in many roles including as a treating practitioner in local private practice supporting those with a mental health condition, in an acute hospital setting, corporate workplaces and in not for profit disability sector. Her approach to psychological treatment is holistic, warm, empathetic and most importantly evidence based.
Breeanna is a registered and endorsed clinical health psychologist and credentialed eating disorder therapist.
Breeanna's experience has seen her in many roles including as a treating practitioner in local private practice supporting those with a mental health condition, in an acute hospital setting, corporate workplaces and in not for profit disability sector. Her approach to psychological treatment is holistic, warm, empathetic and most importantly evidence based.
(03) 8592 7075 View (03) 8592 7075
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Sara Cahill
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Eltham, VIC 3095
Sara is also a credentialed Eating Disorder clinician.
Sara works with clients from the age of 15 years onwards and has extensive experience in the areas of eating disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma presentations, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and grief and loss. Her practice is weight-inclusive, trauma-informed and affirming of gender and neurodiversity.
Sara is also a credentialed Eating Disorder clinician.
Sara works with clients from the age of 15 years onwards and has extensive experience in the areas of eating disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, trauma presentations, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem and grief and loss. Her practice is weight-inclusive, trauma-informed and affirming of gender and neurodiversity.
(03) 8400 0771 View (03) 8400 0771
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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
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Bay Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Middle Park, VIC 3206
I treat most areas of mental health, with specialist training in trauma, eating disorders, depression and anxiety (all related mood disorders), complex presentations and personality disorders.
Danielle de Guara (BA(Hons)(Psych/Psychophysiol), MPsych(Org), MPsych(Clin), MAPS) is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist. Danielle provides a safe place to explore and treat all areas of mental health, personal concerns and well-being. A compassionate and open-minded psychologist, Danielle offers an opportunity for self-exploration, insight and growth. Treatment is individual and evidence-based.
I treat most areas of mental health, with specialist training in trauma, eating disorders, depression and anxiety (all related mood disorders), complex presentations and personality disorders.
Danielle de Guara (BA(Hons)(Psych/Psychophysiol), MPsych(Org), MPsych(Clin), MAPS) is a registered Clinical and Counselling Psychologist. Danielle provides a safe place to explore and treat all areas of mental health, personal concerns and well-being. A compassionate and open-minded psychologist, Danielle offers an opportunity for self-exploration, insight and growth. Treatment is individual and evidence-based.
0460 851 944 View 0460 851 944
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Megan Higgo
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Collingwood, VIC 3066
Megan is passionate about supporting people experiencing disordered eating, eating disorders and body image distress.
Megan supports adolescents (15+) and adults to feel seen, understood, and reconnected with their authentic self. She understands that starting therapy can feel daunting, and prioritises creating a safe, inclusive and compassionate space where you feel genuinely welcomed and respected. Megan practices across two locations, with Mondays and Fridays at Eat Love Live in Collingwood, and at Fernhills Clinic on Tuesdays.
Megan is passionate about supporting people experiencing disordered eating, eating disorders and body image distress.
Megan supports adolescents (15+) and adults to feel seen, understood, and reconnected with their authentic self. She understands that starting therapy can feel daunting, and prioritises creating a safe, inclusive and compassionate space where you feel genuinely welcomed and respected. Megan practices across two locations, with Mondays and Fridays at Eat Love Live in Collingwood, and at Fernhills Clinic on Tuesdays.
(03) 9087 8379 View (03) 9087 8379
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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
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Emily Clinch
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
I am a credentialed eating disorder clinician and EMDR Therapist who works with adolescents and adults to help empower them to be the best version of themselves.
s well as having an interest eating disorders and trauma, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues and grief. I take a warm, empathetic and client-centred approach to help you improve your well-being. I utilise a range of evidence-based treatments that are suited to your needs.
I am a credentialed eating disorder clinician and EMDR Therapist who works with adolescents and adults to help empower them to be the best version of themselves.
s well as having an interest eating disorders and trauma, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues and grief. I take a warm, empathetic and client-centred approach to help you improve your well-being. I utilise a range of evidence-based treatments that are suited to your needs.
(03) 7003 2241 View (03) 7003 2241
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Caitlin Amanda Gaffney
Social Worker, AASW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
I am most passionate about supporting individuals who would like to work on increasing self-esteem, self-confidence and setting boundaries with self and others. I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
I am a Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician and member of ANZAED.
I am most passionate about supporting individuals who would like to work on increasing self-esteem, self-confidence and setting boundaries with self and others. I am experienced working with neuro-diversity, addiction/ substance use and behaviour change.
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Kirsten Perrins
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Kirsten's specific areas of interest include autism, ADHD, trauma and Eating Disorders.
Kirsten is a sensitive, empathic, and compassionate therapist, who works from a position of neurodivergent lived-experience when supporting clients. She works alongside trainee therapy dog Atka to provide neuroaffirming assessment and support. Kirsten is playful, quirky, and loves to involve toys, fidgets and squishmallows into her work!
Kirsten's specific areas of interest include autism, ADHD, trauma and Eating Disorders.
Kirsten is a sensitive, empathic, and compassionate therapist, who works from a position of neurodivergent lived-experience when supporting clients. She works alongside trainee therapy dog Atka to provide neuroaffirming assessment and support. Kirsten is playful, quirky, and loves to involve toys, fidgets and squishmallows into her work!
(03) 8400 0307 View (03) 8400 0307
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.