Eating Disorders Counselling in Brierley Hill

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Dianne Mee
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Brierley Hill DY5
Maybe you had a difficult childhood, suffered neglect, abuse, bullying. Perhaps life became challenging later on. Trauma is a subjective experience, if something upset you at any point then you may be still living with the impact of the trauma. There may be multiple traumatic events in your life which you have been unable to process. Subsequent traumatic events will add to your distress. Untreated trauma inevitably manifests itself as anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions. If you would like to make sense of your life and repair the damage caused by your past then EMDR provides the most humane & effective treatment.
Maybe you had a difficult childhood, suffered neglect, abuse, bullying. Perhaps life became challenging later on. Trauma is a subjective experience, if something upset you at any point then you may be still living with the impact of the trauma. There may be multiple traumatic events in your life which you have been unable to process. Subsequent traumatic events will add to your distress. Untreated trauma inevitably manifests itself as anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions. If you would like to make sense of your life and repair the damage caused by your past then EMDR provides the most humane & effective treatment.
0121 387 3527 View 0121 387 3527
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Charlotte Bowell
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Brierley Hill DY5
Are you struggling and need some help to understand how you feel? I can offer a safe and confidential space to work through your issues one step at a time, resulting in positive changes.
Are you struggling and need some help to understand how you feel? I can offer a safe and confidential space to work through your issues one step at a time, resulting in positive changes.
01384 437120 View 01384 437120
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Suzanne Tibbetts
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
Brierley Hill DY5
I believe we are all susceptible, at some point in our lives, to feeling overwhelmed by what life can bring. Sometimes we encounter experiences that are hard for us to come to terms with leaving us in need of support, this may be in the form of a bereavement, a relationship breakdown, a job loss; any event that we struggle to comprehend and understand. Other times a series of events may have taken place that leave us feeling like we are walking under a big black cloud and fail to see a way forward. At times like this counselling can help.
I believe we are all susceptible, at some point in our lives, to feeling overwhelmed by what life can bring. Sometimes we encounter experiences that are hard for us to come to terms with leaving us in need of support, this may be in the form of a bereavement, a relationship breakdown, a job loss; any event that we struggle to comprehend and understand. Other times a series of events may have taken place that leave us feeling like we are walking under a big black cloud and fail to see a way forward. At times like this counselling can help.
01386 574165 View 01386 574165
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InReach Counselling & Wellbeing
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brierley Hill DY5
Are you struggling to cope with difficult feelings or situations? Do you need someone to talk to? You may feel stuck or overwhelmed, where the effort to get through each day feels too great. Are you feeling isolated, anxious or depressed, with little hope for the future? Perhaps relationships are challenging & you're wanting to improve how you connect with people. I am a qualified, person-centred counsellor, offering a combined approach, unique to you. Together we can take small steps to unravel any difficult thoughts & feelings. My private therapy room offers a calm, encouraging space where you can be yourself and find support.
Are you struggling to cope with difficult feelings or situations? Do you need someone to talk to? You may feel stuck or overwhelmed, where the effort to get through each day feels too great. Are you feeling isolated, anxious or depressed, with little hope for the future? Perhaps relationships are challenging & you're wanting to improve how you connect with people. I am a qualified, person-centred counsellor, offering a combined approach, unique to you. Together we can take small steps to unravel any difficult thoughts & feelings. My private therapy room offers a calm, encouraging space where you can be yourself and find support.
01384 437207 View 01384 437207

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Keyong Ma
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B1  (Online Only)
With a diverse background in community psychological services, NHS secondary care affective disorder services, specialist eating disorder services, and NeuroDevelopmental Disorder services, I possess a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of issues, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline disorder, bipolar disorders and trauma. I aim to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of clients, rather than requiring clients to adapt to a pre-determined model.
With a diverse background in community psychological services, NHS secondary care affective disorder services, specialist eating disorder services, and NeuroDevelopmental Disorder services, I possess a wealth of experience in addressing a wide range of issues, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, borderline disorder, bipolar disorders and trauma. I aim to tailor treatment to meet the specific needs of clients, rather than requiring clients to adapt to a pre-determined model.
020 4538 4999 View 020 4538 4999
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Pascale Palazzo
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham B1  (Online Only)
As well as eating disorders, I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety and other emotional difficulties, low self-confidence, problems in relationships, family issues, abuse, grief and loss.
I specialise in trauma, EMDR and eating disorders, as an accredited integrative therapist and clinical supervisor. In my work with eating disorders, I help people suffering from bulimia, binge eating disorder and anorexia, as well as those with OSFED or atypical presentations. I also supervise eating disorder therapists. I offer emotional exploration and practical guidance to help you improve your relationship with food and with yourself, improve your body image and self-esteem, and move past your symptoms toward your life aspirations. As a side note, I made a full recovery from bulimia, which seemed impossible to me at the time.
As well as eating disorders, I have experience working with a wide range of issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety and other emotional difficulties, low self-confidence, problems in relationships, family issues, abuse, grief and loss.
I specialise in trauma, EMDR and eating disorders, as an accredited integrative therapist and clinical supervisor. In my work with eating disorders, I help people suffering from bulimia, binge eating disorder and anorexia, as well as those with OSFED or atypical presentations. I also supervise eating disorder therapists. I offer emotional exploration and practical guidance to help you improve your relationship with food and with yourself, improve your body image and self-esteem, and move past your symptoms toward your life aspirations. As a side note, I made a full recovery from bulimia, which seemed impossible to me at the time.
07356 021122 View 07356 021122
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MindCalm Ltd
Psychotherapist, MRes, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B16
I commonly work with clients with symptoms of PTSD and/or Eating Disorders. I also work with people with other anxiety disorders and depression. People accessing my support are often looking to come to terms with traumatic events, or may be looking to overcome issues they face with eating such as restricted eating, fear of weight gain or over eating. It may also be that clients are looking for more general stress management, worry management or to address a specific phobia. Overall, however, people are often accessing therapy to achieve a particular set of goals so that they can function better and be happier in themselves.
I commonly work with clients with symptoms of PTSD and/or Eating Disorders. I also work with people with other anxiety disorders and depression. People accessing my support are often looking to come to terms with traumatic events, or may be looking to overcome issues they face with eating such as restricted eating, fear of weight gain or over eating. It may also be that clients are looking for more general stress management, worry management or to address a specific phobia. Overall, however, people are often accessing therapy to achieve a particular set of goals so that they can function better and be happier in themselves.
0121 817 7969 View 0121 817 7969
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Laura Gwilt
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B18
Hi, I'm Laura! In a compassionate and authentic setting, my work involves empowering children, young people and adults. Individuals with whom I work with are able to explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a safe environment, leading to improved psychological well-being. I have worked with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma and abuse, whilst being trained in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Authenticity and honesty are amongst my main priorities during treatment, ensuring clients leave therapy feeling informed and confident in managing their mental wellbeing.
Hi, I'm Laura! In a compassionate and authentic setting, my work involves empowering children, young people and adults. Individuals with whom I work with are able to explore their thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a safe environment, leading to improved psychological well-being. I have worked with children, young people and adults who have experienced trauma and abuse, whilst being trained in the treatment of anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. Authenticity and honesty are amongst my main priorities during treatment, ensuring clients leave therapy feeling informed and confident in managing their mental wellbeing.
01564 335976 View 01564 335976
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Mel Ciavucco - eating disorders and body image
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B2  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Mel. I'm an online Integrative counsellor. I'm passionate about helping people with disordered eating, eating disorders & body image problems, as well as helping with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity and self-worth & more. I work with people with anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, binge eating, OSFED - but importantly, you don't need a label to access help. I support people with a range of eating and body image issues, to include weight/shape concerns & dieting. I am neuro-affirmative and work with clients with autism, ADHD and other kinds of neurodivergence. I am LGBTQ+ friendly, weight-inclusive & trauma-informed.
Hi, I'm Mel. I'm an online Integrative counsellor. I'm passionate about helping people with disordered eating, eating disorders & body image problems, as well as helping with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, identity and self-worth & more. I work with people with anorexia, bulimia, ARFID, binge eating, OSFED - but importantly, you don't need a label to access help. I support people with a range of eating and body image issues, to include weight/shape concerns & dieting. I am neuro-affirmative and work with clients with autism, ADHD and other kinds of neurodivergence. I am LGBTQ+ friendly, weight-inclusive & trauma-informed.
0117 463 3599 View 0117 463 3599
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Dunya Sullivan- Eating Disorders
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Birmingham B3  (Online Only)
Welcome! I am a clinical psychologist and a TA psychotherapist (transactional analysis). I work with a variety of psychological challenges but I am specialized in working with individuals struggling with eating disorders ( bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, binge-eating disorder). The individuals I work with often come to therapy having tried many behavioral interventions that brought little change (being more disciplined with their diet, exercising more/less, creating plans etc.).
Welcome! I am a clinical psychologist and a TA psychotherapist (transactional analysis). I work with a variety of psychological challenges but I am specialized in working with individuals struggling with eating disorders ( bulimia nervosa, anorexia nervosa, binge-eating disorder). The individuals I work with often come to therapy having tried many behavioral interventions that brought little change (being more disciplined with their diet, exercising more/less, creating plans etc.).
020 4538 2690 View 020 4538 2690
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Hannah Ilori
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B1  (Online Only)
Scrolling to find the right therapist? It's overwhelming, but my job is to make the process easier. I am a licensed Psychotherapist (MSc) who works with adults (18+) and specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, coping with grief and loss, and eating disorders. Are you the kind of person who uses a smile to distract others from your pain? Then you're in the right place. I am here to facilitate you in creating your own bubble and safe space. I am curious to understand more about your own inner world since it looks so different for each of us.
Scrolling to find the right therapist? It's overwhelming, but my job is to make the process easier. I am a licensed Psychotherapist (MSc) who works with adults (18+) and specializes in relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, coping with grief and loss, and eating disorders. Are you the kind of person who uses a smile to distract others from your pain? Then you're in the right place. I am here to facilitate you in creating your own bubble and safe space. I am curious to understand more about your own inner world since it looks so different for each of us.
01782 493247 View 01782 493247
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Joe Mimnagh
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B29
Many of my client’s present difficulties with; relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, work related stress, bereavement, trauma, eating disorders and problems with alcohol or drugs.
I entered the world of psychotherapy so I could manage and eventually overcome the painful emotions and thoughts that I had experienced. If this is the case for you, then psychotherapy can help you explore uncomfortable feelings that have held you back from living life to the full. Life often throws the unexpected at us, be it through relationships, either personal or professional, we sometimes find it difficult to cope alone and need the support to help us through this difficult time.
Many of my client’s present difficulties with; relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, work related stress, bereavement, trauma, eating disorders and problems with alcohol or drugs.
I entered the world of psychotherapy so I could manage and eventually overcome the painful emotions and thoughts that I had experienced. If this is the case for you, then psychotherapy can help you explore uncomfortable feelings that have held you back from living life to the full. Life often throws the unexpected at us, be it through relationships, either personal or professional, we sometimes find it difficult to cope alone and need the support to help us through this difficult time.
0121 728 6469 View 0121 728 6469
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Denis Victor Teenagers-Adults-Men-Women
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B1  (Online Only)
Are challenges becoming too much or has a concern come up? Whether you're currently facing new concerns or dealing with ongoing challenges, there are plenty of reasons to reach out. I offer a caring and supportive approach, along with help in navigating your next steps. I have experience working with adolescents, teenagers, adults, and families regardingissues related to, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, past trauma, eating disorders, panic attacks, loss, grief, addiction, self harm, suicidal thoughts, relationships, race, culture, etc. Originally from Uganda, I bring a multicultural framework to counselling in Somerset UK
Are challenges becoming too much or has a concern come up? Whether you're currently facing new concerns or dealing with ongoing challenges, there are plenty of reasons to reach out. I offer a caring and supportive approach, along with help in navigating your next steps. I have experience working with adolescents, teenagers, adults, and families regardingissues related to, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, past trauma, eating disorders, panic attacks, loss, grief, addiction, self harm, suicidal thoughts, relationships, race, culture, etc. Originally from Uganda, I bring a multicultural framework to counselling in Somerset UK
01823 785735 View 01823 785735
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Sheila Ridgley
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Birmingham B17
I specialise in couple counselling, relationship issues (including family counselling to adult members) and eating disorders.
Are you struggling to communicate with your partner, manage arguments, get over a break up or recently discovered an affair? I am experienced in working with couples or individual to help overcome these issues. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, work related stress, bereavement, or lack of self esteem. I work integratively, which means I use different theoretical models to support my clients.
I specialise in couple counselling, relationship issues (including family counselling to adult members) and eating disorders.
Are you struggling to communicate with your partner, manage arguments, get over a break up or recently discovered an affair? I am experienced in working with couples or individual to help overcome these issues. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, work related stress, bereavement, or lack of self esteem. I work integratively, which means I use different theoretical models to support my clients.
0121 809 9987 View 0121 809 9987
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psychlarity Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Wolverhampton WV6
Welcome to my profile. I am fortunate to have worked across a range of contexts as well as extensive experience with a numerous clients. As a consultant family and systemic psychotherapist with 25 years experience I specialise in parental alienation, reunification, complex trauma and ptsd, couple therapy, family therapy, eating disorders, child and adult mental health, relationship difficulties, addiction including porn, sex and betrayal. I provide therapy for child to parental violence and repair family systems. Alongside working with courts, solicitors, social care, individual clients I also provide coaching and supervision.
Welcome to my profile. I am fortunate to have worked across a range of contexts as well as extensive experience with a numerous clients. As a consultant family and systemic psychotherapist with 25 years experience I specialise in parental alienation, reunification, complex trauma and ptsd, couple therapy, family therapy, eating disorders, child and adult mental health, relationship difficulties, addiction including porn, sex and betrayal. I provide therapy for child to parental violence and repair family systems. Alongside working with courts, solicitors, social care, individual clients I also provide coaching and supervision.
01902 973074 View 01902 973074
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Gehad Mursi
Counsellor, MSc
Verified Verified
Birmingham B1
I offer online counselling to support adults and young people with their difficulties of life. Some of the areas I cover include: stress, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, self-esteem and confidence, relationships, anger, trauma, and many more. Feel free to book your FREE consultation with me to discuss further.
I offer online counselling to support adults and young people with their difficulties of life. Some of the areas I cover include: stress, anxiety, eating disorders, depression, self-esteem and confidence, relationships, anger, trauma, and many more. Feel free to book your FREE consultation with me to discuss further.
01582 377950 View 01582 377950
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Kelly Annette Loines
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Birmingham B29  (Online Only)
Within that field I have gained experience in domestic abuse, self harm, eating disorders, anxiety and much more.
Hello I am Kelly. It can feel a real struggle trying to find the right Counsellor. It also takes a lot of courage to reach out. I can offer you a safe place without judgement to work through issues you consider you need help with.
Within that field I have gained experience in domestic abuse, self harm, eating disorders, anxiety and much more.
Hello I am Kelly. It can feel a real struggle trying to find the right Counsellor. It also takes a lot of courage to reach out. I can offer you a safe place without judgement to work through issues you consider you need help with.
01283 242402 View 01283 242402
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Dr Tichaenzana Nyashanu
Psychologist, PhD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dudley DY1  (Online Only)
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety disorders, substance use disoders, and eating disorders.
I am a chartered counselling psychologist registered with HCPC. I have comprehensive clinical experience working with young adults and adults in mental health services. Alongside my private practice, I continue to work in some of the country's top private hospitals in mental health service.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety disorders, substance use disoders, and eating disorders.
I am a chartered counselling psychologist registered with HCPC. I have comprehensive clinical experience working with young adults and adults in mental health services. Alongside my private practice, I continue to work in some of the country's top private hospitals in mental health service.
0121 387 0301 View 0121 387 0301
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Natasha Menoni: ADHD & Autism Specialist
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B1  (Online Only)
My expertise acknowledges challenges neurodivergent individuals may encounter including: anxiety, social anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing, addiction, anger management, autistic burnout, OCD, low self esteem, suicidal ideation, eating disorders, trauma.
I am an HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist dedicated to serving adults who have been diagnosed or believe they might have Autism and/or ADHD. I invite you to work together on a therapeutic journey especially catered to your goals and needs. We can work together to identify and make the most out of your own unique strengths, establish robust coping strategies, and build self-awareness to develop a greater understanding of yourself so you can live a more fulfilling life.
My expertise acknowledges challenges neurodivergent individuals may encounter including: anxiety, social anxiety, depression, perfectionism, people pleasing, addiction, anger management, autistic burnout, OCD, low self esteem, suicidal ideation, eating disorders, trauma.
I am an HCPC registered Counselling Psychologist dedicated to serving adults who have been diagnosed or believe they might have Autism and/or ADHD. I invite you to work together on a therapeutic journey especially catered to your goals and needs. We can work together to identify and make the most out of your own unique strengths, establish robust coping strategies, and build self-awareness to develop a greater understanding of yourself so you can live a more fulfilling life.
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Dr Donegan
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Birmingham B16  (Online Only)
Life these days can be difficult. It is only normal to have your bad days, yet, do not allow yourse to defined by these. Perhaps you are searching for more meaning in your life? Perhaps you have developed negative coping strategies from some pain in life or situational stress. Whether you want to build your resilience or begin positive change to excel within your life, I am here to help. I have experience dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction, eating disorders, compulsions to name a few. Perhaps the time is now, to start the change and if so I can help you to create long lasting formative growth.
Life these days can be difficult. It is only normal to have your bad days, yet, do not allow yourse to defined by these. Perhaps you are searching for more meaning in your life? Perhaps you have developed negative coping strategies from some pain in life or situational stress. Whether you want to build your resilience or begin positive change to excel within your life, I am here to help. I have experience dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, depression, addiction, eating disorders, compulsions to name a few. Perhaps the time is now, to start the change and if so I can help you to create long lasting formative growth.
0141 280 7413 View 0141 280 7413

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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.