Eating Disorders Counselling in Port Melbourne, VIC
At some point, almost everyone experiences the desire for personal growth, and this is especially true during times of adversity, significant life transitions, or emotional struggles. While we generally navigate life and stress well, it’s often during challenging moments that our deeper emotional responses and coping mechanisms reveal unresolved wounds, cognitive conflicts, or ingrained patterns of behaviour that may no longer serve us. These experiences can act as a catalyst for self-discovery and transformation, offering an opportunity to confront and overcome what holds us back.
At some point, almost everyone experiences the desire for personal growth, and this is especially true during times of adversity, significant life transitions, or emotional struggles. While we generally navigate life and stress well, it’s often during challenging moments that our deeper emotional responses and coping mechanisms reveal unresolved wounds, cognitive conflicts, or ingrained patterns of behaviour that may no longer serve us. These experiences can act as a catalyst for self-discovery and transformation, offering an opportunity to confront and overcome what holds us back.
Ilia is bilingual; she speaks English and Farsi/Persian. She has over 15 yeas of clinical practice over-seas and in Australia. She has obtained four degrees in psychology and has successfully treated clients with a variety of issues including chronic and severe problems such as personality disorders. She is equipped with the required knowledge and skills.
Ilia is bilingual; she speaks English and Farsi/Persian. She has over 15 yeas of clinical practice over-seas and in Australia. She has obtained four degrees in psychology and has successfully treated clients with a variety of issues including chronic and severe problems such as personality disorders. She is equipped with the required knowledge and skills.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
As an accredited Mental Health Social Worker and registered counsellor/trauma therapist, I use therapeutic modalities that move beyond symptom management to address underlying root causes. I work with clients struggling with mood and anxiety disorders and shame/low self worth. I have a special interest in the impact and treatment of trauma, including working with PTSD, attachment/relationship issues and sexual assault/abuse. I am committed to a safe and non-judgemental approach where we work collaboratively to identify what you are wanting to change and how to go about it, in the least distressing and most effective way possible.
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.
I particularly assist clients that require therapy in the areas of anxiety, substance abuse (other addictions), depression and relationship issues. My focus is on working with the client towards personal development and goal setting. Each client is so very unique, hence, requires a personal counselling approach that is catered entirely for them. As a therapist, i work with various approaches such as: CBT, ACT, humanistic approach and TRTP (trauma therapy) amongst many other(s).
I particularly assist clients that require therapy in the areas of anxiety, substance abuse (other addictions), depression and relationship issues. My focus is on working with the client towards personal development and goal setting. Each client is so very unique, hence, requires a personal counselling approach that is catered entirely for them. As a therapist, i work with various approaches such as: CBT, ACT, humanistic approach and TRTP (trauma therapy) amongst many other(s).
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 8 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 8 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.
We are a team of Psychologists who are clinically endorsed, registered and provisionally registered professionals. We offer psychological counselling over a full range of mental health disorders and a variety of special focuses. We know that Psychology Practices are booked out for the next 6 months -1 year and waitlisted although we have expanded our professional team to meet the demand. We now have both Psychologists and Provisional Psychologists available for an immediate start.
We are a team of Psychologists who are clinically endorsed, registered and provisionally registered professionals. We offer psychological counselling over a full range of mental health disorders and a variety of special focuses. We know that Psychology Practices are booked out for the next 6 months -1 year and waitlisted although we have expanded our professional team to meet the demand. We now have both Psychologists and Provisional Psychologists available for an immediate start.
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Therapy for eating disorders, childhood trauma, and relationships.
I work with adults and couples who want to understand themselves and their relationships on a deeper level. Many people come to therapy navigating relationship difficulties, self-criticism, or patterns linked to early experiences. Our work helps you move from reacting in old ways to responding with more awareness and care.
Therapy for eating disorders, childhood trauma, and relationships.
I work with adults and couples who want to understand themselves and their relationships on a deeper level. Many people come to therapy navigating relationship difficulties, self-criticism, or patterns linked to early experiences. Our work helps you move from reacting in old ways to responding with more awareness and care.
I specialise in work with anxiety, eating disorders and LGBTQIA+ clients, and also work with many adults, adolescents and children (6+) on other common mental health and life-related issues (e.g. depression, trauma, stress, life-changes).
My approach is collaborative and tailored to each person and their individuality. I work with Psychodynamic therapy, Schema Therapy and EFT alongside somatic and skills-based approaches, and play and creative approaches with children. I specialise in work with eating disorders.
I specialise in work with anxiety, eating disorders and LGBTQIA+ clients, and also work with many adults, adolescents and children (6+) on other common mental health and life-related issues (e.g. depression, trauma, stress, life-changes).
My approach is collaborative and tailored to each person and their individuality. I work with Psychodynamic therapy, Schema Therapy and EFT alongside somatic and skills-based approaches, and play and creative approaches with children. I specialise in work with eating disorders.
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.
Anxiety & Depression – Mild to moderate presentations (CBT, DBT, Exposure work);
Eating Disorders – bulimia and binge eating disorder (CBT for eating disorders, SSCM);
Life transitions, burnout, and values-based work – (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy);
Work based trauma/PTSD – (EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy).
I’m a Clinical Psychologist (DPsych, MAPS) with extensive experience supporting adults with a range of psychological difficulties. I work exclusively via Telehealth, providing convenient, confidential, and evidence-based care to clients across Melbourne. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in well-established therapeutic frameworks:
Anxiety & Depression – Mild to moderate presentations (CBT, DBT, Exposure work);
Eating Disorders – bulimia and binge eating disorder (CBT for eating disorders, SSCM);
Life transitions, burnout, and values-based work – (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy);
Work based trauma/PTSD – (EMDR, Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy).
I’m a Clinical Psychologist (DPsych, MAPS) with extensive experience supporting adults with a range of psychological difficulties. I work exclusively via Telehealth, providing convenient, confidential, and evidence-based care to clients across Melbourne. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in well-established therapeutic frameworks:
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.
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.
Jackson is a Clinical Psychologist committed to supporting individuals dealing with various mental health challenges, as well as problems in work, life and relationships. Jackson works with clients experiencing a wide variety of issues including work stress, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, challenges with parenting and family dynamics, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and eating disorders. Jackson has a strong interest in self-actualisation and helping his clients to reach their fullest potential, both personally and professionally. Visit jspsychologybrighton.com for more information.
Jackson is a Clinical Psychologist committed to supporting individuals dealing with various mental health challenges, as well as problems in work, life and relationships. Jackson works with clients experiencing a wide variety of issues including work stress, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, challenges with parenting and family dynamics, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and eating disorders. Jackson has a strong interest in self-actualisation and helping his clients to reach their fullest potential, both personally and professionally. Visit jspsychologybrighton.com for more information.
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.
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.
Michelle is a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years experience treating depression, anxiety and eating/ body image disorders. She has also provided workshops and courses for General Practitioners and mental health workers. Her approach integrates cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, schema therapy and hypnosis. She is warm and empathic, down-to-earth and practical, while keeping in mind the bigger picture to help her clients achieve optimal mental health and take charge of their lives. Michelle currently practices in Healesville and offers telehealth consultations.
Michelle is a Clinical Psychologist with 20 years experience treating depression, anxiety and eating/ body image disorders. She has also provided workshops and courses for General Practitioners and mental health workers. Her approach integrates cognitive-behavioural therapy, mindfulness-based therapies, schema therapy and hypnosis. She is warm and empathic, down-to-earth and practical, while keeping in mind the bigger picture to help her clients achieve optimal mental health and take charge of their lives. Michelle currently practices in Healesville and offers telehealth consultations.
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.
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).
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.
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Eating Disorders Counsellors
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.