Eating Disorders Counselling in Ringwood East, VIC

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Rodney Walsh
Psychologist, MPsych, MACPA
Ringwood East, VIC 3135
Rodneys special interests include: Eating Disorders, Generalised Anxiety, Perfectionism, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD), Social Anxiety.
Rodney is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has been providing help to Ringwood and the surrounding community since 2015. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and a Fellow of the APS Clinical College, as well as a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
Rodneys special interests include: Eating Disorders, Generalised Anxiety, Perfectionism, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders (OCD), Social Anxiety.
Rodney is an experienced Clinical Psychologist who has been providing help to Ringwood and the surrounding community since 2015. He is a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS), and a Fellow of the APS Clinical College, as well as a member of the Australian Clinical Psychology Association (ACPA).
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The Healing Mind Hub
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Ringwood East, VIC 3135
Camila's strengths include her humour and compassion in areas such as life stressors, adjustment, body image, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, social/emotional difficulties, adult children of emotionally immature parents, eating disorders, cultural differences, perfectionism, neurodivergent burnout, building communication skills, radical acceptance, grief and loss.
As a bilingual, neurodivergent clinician, Camila understands the challenges of multicultural and diverse communities. She uses CBT, ACT and Mindfulness (regular and mundane) techniques. Humour and compassion are at the core of Camila's approach. Camila champions her clients to live authentically and to rid themselves of societal expectations that harm them.
Camila's strengths include her humour and compassion in areas such as life stressors, adjustment, body image, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, social/emotional difficulties, adult children of emotionally immature parents, eating disorders, cultural differences, perfectionism, neurodivergent burnout, building communication skills, radical acceptance, grief and loss.
As a bilingual, neurodivergent clinician, Camila understands the challenges of multicultural and diverse communities. She uses CBT, ACT and Mindfulness (regular and mundane) techniques. Humour and compassion are at the core of Camila's approach. Camila champions her clients to live authentically and to rid themselves of societal expectations that harm them.
(03) 8203 5569 View (03) 8203 5569
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Danielle Tichelaar
Psychologist, PsyBA General
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I'm Danielle. Reaching out for support can feel daunting, and I want you to know that you're not alone. As a psychologist, my priority is creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and truly understood. Therapy isn’t just about working through challenges—it’s about having someone walk alongside you, supporting you with warmth, compassion, and genuine care. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in supporting self-understanding and growth, and I am committed to taking the time to understand individuals' unique needs and challenges.
Hi, I'm Danielle. Reaching out for support can feel daunting, and I want you to know that you're not alone. As a psychologist, my priority is creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and truly understood. Therapy isn’t just about working through challenges—it’s about having someone walk alongside you, supporting you with warmth, compassion, and genuine care. I believe the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important factors in supporting self-understanding and growth, and I am committed to taking the time to understand individuals' unique needs and challenges.
(03) 8203 5977 View (03) 8203 5977
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Mindful Living Counselling and Psychology
Counsellor, AMHSW
Serves Area
If you are struggling with the impact of trauma, or are interested in trying EMDR Therapy, we are here to help! We are a psychology and counselling practice located in Croydon, Victoria. We have a special focus on the treatment of PTSD and trauma, with a particular interest in EMDR Therapy. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based method of trauma treatment that is endorsed by the World Health Organisation and Medicare Australia. Our Practice Director, Caroline Burrows, is a leading accredited EMDR trainer in Australia. We are proud to offer traditional, intensive and group EMDR Therapy.
If you are struggling with the impact of trauma, or are interested in trying EMDR Therapy, we are here to help! We are a psychology and counselling practice located in Croydon, Victoria. We have a special focus on the treatment of PTSD and trauma, with a particular interest in EMDR Therapy. EMDR is a powerful, evidence-based method of trauma treatment that is endorsed by the World Health Organisation and Medicare Australia. Our Practice Director, Caroline Burrows, is a leading accredited EMDR trainer in Australia. We are proud to offer traditional, intensive and group EMDR Therapy.
(03) 6146 3217 View (03) 6146 3217
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Michelle Luc
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Serves Area
I provide a safe, compassionate, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply seeking personal growth, my counselling services are here to support you every step of the way. With a warm, non-judgmental approach, we aim to empower you to make meaningful changes and reconnect with your inner strength.
I provide a safe, compassionate, and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Whether you're facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or simply seeking personal growth, my counselling services are here to support you every step of the way. With a warm, non-judgmental approach, we aim to empower you to make meaningful changes and reconnect with your inner strength.
(03) 8203 5246 View (03) 8203 5246

More Therapists Nearby

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Kirsten Perrins
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Panton Hill, VIC 3759
Kirsten's specific areas of interest include autism, ADHD, OCD, anxiety, depression, 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, OCD, anxiety, depression, 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
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Person Centred Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
1 Endorsed
South Melbourne, VIC 3205
Deborah is an experienced Clinical Psychology with a particular interest in Eating Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, and Grief. She works with a diverse population, seeing adult women and men. Deborah provides a compassionate and evidence informed treatment. In addition to her therapeutic work, she teaches masters level clinical psychology students, and has an interest in eating disorder prevention. Deborah is the founder of Person Centred Psychology & Allied Health in South Melbourne, where she has built her practice of psychologists and dietitians to provide evidence informed person centred care to all clients.
Deborah is an experienced Clinical Psychology with a particular interest in Eating Disorders, Depression, Anxiety, and Grief. She works with a diverse population, seeing adult women and men. Deborah provides a compassionate and evidence informed treatment. In addition to her therapeutic work, she teaches masters level clinical psychology students, and has an interest in eating disorder prevention. Deborah is the founder of Person Centred Psychology & Allied Health in South Melbourne, where she has built her practice of psychologists and dietitians to provide evidence informed person centred care to all clients.
(03) 9069 8752 View (03) 9069 8752
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Dr Rebecca McNamara
Psychologist, PsychD, MAPS
Eltham, VIC 3095
I specialise in helping people to recover from eating disorders, and to work on all kinds of challenges that can occur in a person's relationship with food and their body.
I work with adults and older adolescents who need support with a range of concerns. The people I work with may be experiencing difficulties with their mood, anxiety, for example, or struggling in their relationship with food or their body. My clients also speak with me about challenges that arise in their relationships and workplaces; or challenges specific to life stages, such as the perinatal life stage (from pre-conception through to post-natal and parenting). My clients are seeking support to navigate life's challenges, empathy, compassion, and to build skills and make changes in their life.
I specialise in helping people to recover from eating disorders, and to work on all kinds of challenges that can occur in a person's relationship with food and their body.
I work with adults and older adolescents who need support with a range of concerns. The people I work with may be experiencing difficulties with their mood, anxiety, for example, or struggling in their relationship with food or their body. My clients also speak with me about challenges that arise in their relationships and workplaces; or challenges specific to life stages, such as the perinatal life stage (from pre-conception through to post-natal and parenting). My clients are seeking support to navigate life's challenges, empathy, compassion, and to build skills and make changes in their life.
(03) 8400 0306 View (03) 8400 0306
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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
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The Psychology and Therapy Clinic, Laura Smolcic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Sydenham, VIC 3037
I use a range of evidence-based psychological therapies for Depression and Anxiety disorders, Trauma , Bipolar Disorder, Addictions, Work issues and Adjustment Disorders , Perfectionism and Eating Disorders.
I am particularly passionate about teaching & assisting clients in areas concerning body image issues, weight management, dysfunctional & disordered eating.
I use a range of evidence-based psychological therapies for Depression and Anxiety disorders, Trauma , Bipolar Disorder, Addictions, Work issues and Adjustment Disorders , Perfectionism and Eating Disorders.
I am particularly passionate about teaching & assisting clients in areas concerning body image issues, weight management, dysfunctional & disordered eating.
(03) 7302 2007 View (03) 7302 2007
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Melanie Guerreiro Yargi
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Point Cook, VIC 3030
I have extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders and mood disorders in addition to specialist training and experience in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders in adults.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who aims to adopt a person-centred approach and work collaboratively with my clients, implementing evidence-based strategies and approaches to improve their wellbeing.
I have extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders and mood disorders in addition to specialist training and experience in the assessment and treatment of eating disorders in adults.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who aims to adopt a person-centred approach and work collaboratively with my clients, implementing evidence-based strategies and approaches to improve their wellbeing.
(03) 9068 6189 View (03) 9068 6189
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Sara Cahill
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Eltham, VIC 3095
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.
Sara is an experienced Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working in both the private and public sector. Sara is fully registered with AHRPA, a member of the Australian Psychological Society and a Board-Approved Supervisor. 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.
Sara is an experienced Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working in both the private and public sector. Sara is fully registered with AHRPA, a member of the Australian Psychological Society and a Board-Approved Supervisor. Sara is also a credentialed Eating Disorder clinician.
(03) 8400 0771 View (03) 8400 0771
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Yukti Prakash Mehta
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Middle Park, VIC 3206
I am passionate about providing holistic care that combines evidence-based treatments and respecting the lived experiences of clients presenting with eating disorders, poor body image, personality disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, as well as school and work-related stress.
My clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
I am passionate about providing holistic care that combines evidence-based treatments and respecting the lived experiences of clients presenting with eating disorders, poor body image, personality disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, as well as school and work-related stress.
My clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT).
(03) 7003 2138 View (03) 7003 2138
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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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Karla Lomagno
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
2 Endorsed
Hawthorn, VIC 3122
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 over a decade of experience in both public and private mental health sectors. I have a compassionate and collaborative approach, and I work closely with clients to help them pinpoint their life-worth living goals, identify barriers to change, and support skills development to enhance behavioural effectiveness and improve overall sense of wellbeing. 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 over a decade of experience in both public and private mental health sectors. I have a compassionate and collaborative approach, and I work closely with clients to help them pinpoint their life-worth living goals, identify barriers to change, and support skills development to enhance behavioural effectiveness and improve overall sense of wellbeing. 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.
(03) 9131 8787 View (03) 9131 8787
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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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Marie Mirbach (The Present Place)
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
2 Endorsed
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
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Monique Pittas - EMDR and Eating Disorders
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Brunswick East, VIC 3057
I use EMDR, Schema Therapy, and somatic techniques to support healing from trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, and anxiety.
I'm Monique an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing) and Eating Disorder Psychologist based in Melbourne. I take a neuro-affrming and trauma informed approach to therapy.
I use EMDR, Schema Therapy, and somatic techniques to support healing from trauma, eating disorders, body image issues, and anxiety.
I'm Monique an EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing) and Eating Disorder Psychologist based in Melbourne. I take a neuro-affrming and trauma informed approach to therapy.
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Opening Doors Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
3 Endorsed
Black Rock, VIC 3193
Waitlist for new clients
Leah is particularly interested in working with eating disorders and body image concerns, as well as, anxiety disorders, trauma, and interpersonal/relational difficulties.
Leah enjoys supporting clients to make long lasting cognitive, behavioural and emotional changes, improving their mental health, to reach their full potential, in order to live a more meaningful, purposeful life, and promote their overall wellbeing. Leah empowers clients to be more like the person they want to be, and live the life they want to be living.
Leah is particularly interested in working with eating disorders and body image concerns, as well as, anxiety disorders, trauma, and interpersonal/relational difficulties.
Leah enjoys supporting clients to make long lasting cognitive, behavioural and emotional changes, improving their mental health, to reach their full potential, in order to live a more meaningful, purposeful life, and promote their overall wellbeing. Leah empowers clients to be more like the person they want to be, and live the life they want to be living.
(03) 7500 5875 View (03) 7500 5875
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Danu Sivanathan
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
East Melbourne, VIC 3002
Whether it's eating disorders, trauma, or just a quiet sense that there is something missing, we are all prone to burnout.
Danu is a Melbourne-based psychologist who believes therapy is a paradox of acceptance and challenge. It is a puzzle to be solved with patients who have some psychic or social injury and are looking for someone to help them accept both who they are, and who they can be. Danu has a PhD (Clinical Psychology) and was a lecturer and a clinician in justice and hospital settings.
Whether it's eating disorders, trauma, or just a quiet sense that there is something missing, we are all prone to burnout.
Danu is a Melbourne-based psychologist who believes therapy is a paradox of acceptance and challenge. It is a puzzle to be solved with patients who have some psychic or social injury and are looking for someone to help them accept both who they are, and who they can be. Danu has a PhD (Clinical Psychology) and was a lecturer and a clinician in justice and hospital settings.
0490 833 820 View 0490 833 820
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.