Eating Disorders Counselling in Mitcham
Are you feeling overwhelmed, pre-occupied with worries or struggling with intense emotions? Do you feel numb, disconnected or lost in your life, with others and your environment? Would you like to better understand your life journey? Manage the complexities and find ways to connect with your inner and outer worlds?
Are you feeling overwhelmed, pre-occupied with worries or struggling with intense emotions? Do you feel numb, disconnected or lost in your life, with others and your environment? Would you like to better understand your life journey? Manage the complexities and find ways to connect with your inner and outer worlds?
Hello, I am Marijke. I have many years of experience in working with different people from all walks of life. First as a social worker, and in the past few years as a psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with adults, young people and couples. I can help you work through areas in your life where you feel “stuck” and where you experience problems, like anxiety and depression, addiction, phobias, Post Traumatic Stress, feelings of low self-worth and low self-esteem, or problems in your relationship.
Hello, I am Marijke. I have many years of experience in working with different people from all walks of life. First as a social worker, and in the past few years as a psychotherapeutic counsellor. I work with adults, young people and couples. I can help you work through areas in your life where you feel “stuck” and where you experience problems, like anxiety and depression, addiction, phobias, Post Traumatic Stress, feelings of low self-worth and low self-esteem, or problems in your relationship.
Therapy offers a space for you to explore what matters most to you, and to reflect on experiences, feelings, and thoughts that may be making life feel challenging. As an integrative practitioner with strong humanistic values, I work holistically and tailor therapy to each client’s individual needs. I am committed to co-creating a therapeutic space that is culturally sensitive, collaborative, and led by the client, supporting meaningful personal change and growth.
Therapy offers a space for you to explore what matters most to you, and to reflect on experiences, feelings, and thoughts that may be making life feel challenging. As an integrative practitioner with strong humanistic values, I work holistically and tailor therapy to each client’s individual needs. I am committed to co-creating a therapeutic space that is culturally sensitive, collaborative, and led by the client, supporting meaningful personal change and growth.
Hello, I'm Bathma. Trained in Psychosynthesis psychotherapy, I apply integrative & humanistic approach to explore and work towards realising inherent potential. I have worked in the NHS and independently, over 40 years, with diverse group of clients with anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm of emotions, relationship breakup, losses, medical conditions affecting emotional health.
With couples - communication issues, expectations, affairs, adjusting to life events, carers commitments.
It's a space to be present, be heard & seen and access own resources whilst learning new skills. I use CBT, psychodynamic, relational approaches.
Hello, I'm Bathma. Trained in Psychosynthesis psychotherapy, I apply integrative & humanistic approach to explore and work towards realising inherent potential. I have worked in the NHS and independently, over 40 years, with diverse group of clients with anxiety, depression, stress, overwhelm of emotions, relationship breakup, losses, medical conditions affecting emotional health.
With couples - communication issues, expectations, affairs, adjusting to life events, carers commitments.
It's a space to be present, be heard & seen and access own resources whilst learning new skills. I use CBT, psychodynamic, relational approaches.
The training I have undertaken and the experience I have acquired over the past 15 years has equipped me to support those enduring depression- and anxiety disorders from all ages, races, genders, ethnicities, sexualities and abilities - I fully embrace and welcome peoples' individuality, and aim to nurture this through our sessions together
The training I have undertaken and the experience I have acquired over the past 15 years has equipped me to support those enduring depression- and anxiety disorders from all ages, races, genders, ethnicities, sexualities and abilities - I fully embrace and welcome peoples' individuality, and aim to nurture this through our sessions together
Hi and welcome. I’m Kayah, an experienced Child, Adolescent and Family Psychotherapist, offering online therapy to children, young people and adults across the UK. With over 15 years’ experience working across mental health, education and community settings, I understand that reaching out for therapy isn’t always easy. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself or your child, I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore whatever has brought you to therapy, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, loss or feeling stuck.
Hi and welcome. I’m Kayah, an experienced Child, Adolescent and Family Psychotherapist, offering online therapy to children, young people and adults across the UK. With over 15 years’ experience working across mental health, education and community settings, I understand that reaching out for therapy isn’t always easy. Whether you’re looking for support for yourself or your child, I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore whatever has brought you to therapy, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, loss or feeling stuck.
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My specialities are relational trauma, body, c-ptsd, eating, relationships and eating disorders.
Are you looking for the kind of therapy that explores relational trauma and how this is embodied, and affects our relationships with others, food, body and self? If you've found yourself querying your childhood, or wondering why you can't seem to feel ok, or why your relationships seem dissatisfying, or why you feel like you are not able to care for yourself or cope well, come on in. This is a queer friendly space and politically liberatory practice.
My specialities are relational trauma, body, c-ptsd, eating, relationships and eating disorders.
Are you looking for the kind of therapy that explores relational trauma and how this is embodied, and affects our relationships with others, food, body and self? If you've found yourself querying your childhood, or wondering why you can't seem to feel ok, or why your relationships seem dissatisfying, or why you feel like you are not able to care for yourself or cope well, come on in. This is a queer friendly space and politically liberatory practice.
I am a Clinical Psychologist supporting children, young people, adults and families with a range of emotional and mental health difficulties, using evidence-based approaches. I have extensive experience within CAMHS services.
I offer both psychological therapy and specialist neurodevelopmental assessments, including ASD and ADHD. Our multidisciplinary assessments are thorough and compassionate, helping to build a clear understanding of each person’s strengths and needs, alongside practical recommendations for support.
I aim to provide a warm, collaborative space where people feel heard and understood.
I am a Clinical Psychologist supporting children, young people, adults and families with a range of emotional and mental health difficulties, using evidence-based approaches. I have extensive experience within CAMHS services.
I offer both psychological therapy and specialist neurodevelopmental assessments, including ASD and ADHD. Our multidisciplinary assessments are thorough and compassionate, helping to build a clear understanding of each person’s strengths and needs, alongside practical recommendations for support.
I aim to provide a warm, collaborative space where people feel heard and understood.
I have particular experience working with disordered eating, trauma and identity affirmation, and I centre consent based, respectful, relational practice and cultural safety.
I have significant experience in working with clients in bigger bodies who have experienced a disordered relationship with food and body. You don't need a diagnosis for us to honour your experience, and I have worked with hundreds of clients to give their body story the respect and care they deserve.
I have particular experience working with disordered eating, trauma and identity affirmation, and I centre consent based, respectful, relational practice and cultural safety.
I have significant experience in working with clients in bigger bodies who have experienced a disordered relationship with food and body. You don't need a diagnosis for us to honour your experience, and I have worked with hundreds of clients to give their body story the respect and care they deserve.
This includes working with many aspects of human difficulty, such as relational trauma, relationship difficulties, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self-esteem & eating disorders.
Sometimes life presents challenges and the turbulence of these can be overwhelming and may impact negatively on our mental health and emotional well-being. Psychotherapy and counselling offer a safe space to explore your experiences of these difficulties. Seeking help from a professional may be the next step and psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to look at your life, your problems and concerns. I am a qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with 30 years experience. In my private practice I work with adults who experience difficulty with the following; co-dependency, anxiety, depression, disorder eating issues and relationships.
This includes working with many aspects of human difficulty, such as relational trauma, relationship difficulties, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self-esteem & eating disorders.
Sometimes life presents challenges and the turbulence of these can be overwhelming and may impact negatively on our mental health and emotional well-being. Psychotherapy and counselling offer a safe space to explore your experiences of these difficulties. Seeking help from a professional may be the next step and psychotherapy gives you the opportunity to look at your life, your problems and concerns. I am a qualified psychotherapist/counsellor with 30 years experience. In my private practice I work with adults who experience difficulty with the following; co-dependency, anxiety, depression, disorder eating issues and relationships.
There are several reasons why people decide to come to therapy, you may feel stuck, have experienced recent loss or change, want to gain understanding of certain behaviours or generally do not feel like you are living the life you want to.
There are several reasons why people decide to come to therapy, you may feel stuck, have experienced recent loss or change, want to gain understanding of certain behaviours or generally do not feel like you are living the life you want to.
Is your Binge Eating taking over your life?
I'm a hypno-psychotherapist. I specialise in weight loss, Eating Problems, Disordered eating, food addiction, Binge Eating, obesity, and ARFID. I differ by helping you get to the root of your eating problems. Together we look at eating patterns and thoughts and feelings that are causing them. We work on healing the past to free you for your future.
Is your Binge Eating taking over your life?
I'm a hypno-psychotherapist. I specialise in weight loss, Eating Problems, Disordered eating, food addiction, Binge Eating, obesity, and ARFID. I differ by helping you get to the root of your eating problems. Together we look at eating patterns and thoughts and feelings that are causing them. We work on healing the past to free you for your future.
Zoë specialises in working with addiction, eating disorders and trauma and has extensive experience of helping people through difficult life transitions.
Her MSc in Addiction Psychology and Counselling has enabled her to effectively work with clients suffering from addictive disorders and codependency. In addition, she is trained in Trauma Reduction work, through the PIT Model (Post Induction Therapy) developed by Pia Mellody.
Zoë specialises in working with addiction, eating disorders and trauma and has extensive experience of helping people through difficult life transitions.
Her MSc in Addiction Psychology and Counselling has enabled her to effectively work with clients suffering from addictive disorders and codependency. In addition, she is trained in Trauma Reduction work, through the PIT Model (Post Induction Therapy) developed by Pia Mellody.
Welcome, if you or someone you know is going through a difficult time in life, perhaps struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, stress, or depression.
My specialities include: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Body Image concerns and Weight Management. Using evidence based approaches accredited by the British Psychological Society for working with these issues. I can help people change their habits whilst transitioning off GLP-1's like Mounjaro, & Ozempic, with targeted support, habit & mindset change.
Welcome, if you or someone you know is going through a difficult time in life, perhaps struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, stress, or depression.
My specialities include: Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, Body Image concerns and Weight Management. Using evidence based approaches accredited by the British Psychological Society for working with these issues. I can help people change their habits whilst transitioning off GLP-1's like Mounjaro, & Ozempic, with targeted support, habit & mindset change.
I also believe in the power of sharing fragments of my own lived experience to support people's healing journeys and became the Peer Support Pathway Lead at the Maudsley Eating disorders service in 2023 after founding & co-ordinating the first ever lived experience treatment pathway at the service.
I am so glad you found your way here! My name is Cath & I am a neurodivergent therapist specialising in nuero-affirming & neuro-inclusive eating disorder recovery & body image healing. I also have lived experience recovering from my own eating disorder many moons ago & as I am also an embodied yoga & movement teacher & I use a creative & embodied approach as the vessel to facilitate a safe and brave space for people's healing journeys!
Whether it is your first time reaching out for support, or you have tried therapy before but have struggled to make changes, I will work with you to find your own unique path to healing.
I also believe in the power of sharing fragments of my own lived experience to support people's healing journeys and became the Peer Support Pathway Lead at the Maudsley Eating disorders service in 2023 after founding & co-ordinating the first ever lived experience treatment pathway at the service.
I am so glad you found your way here! My name is Cath & I am a neurodivergent therapist specialising in nuero-affirming & neuro-inclusive eating disorder recovery & body image healing. I also have lived experience recovering from my own eating disorder many moons ago & as I am also an embodied yoga & movement teacher & I use a creative & embodied approach as the vessel to facilitate a safe and brave space for people's healing journeys!
Whether it is your first time reaching out for support, or you have tried therapy before but have struggled to make changes, I will work with you to find your own unique path to healing.
I specialise in psychosis, complex trauma, eating disorders, and rehabilitation, and work with adults, children, and young people.
Hi I'm Gaya, I work with individuals navigating complex mental health challenges, including psychosis, trauma, and long-term conditions. Many of my clients feel unheard by previous services, or carry experiences shaped by culture, identity, and belonging that deserve thoughtful, contextual understanding.
I offer a warm, person-centred approach, drawing on Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and formulation-based practice, always tailored to you as a whole person. Cultural background is never an afterthought here. I am here to help you move forward with greater self-compassion,
I specialise in psychosis, complex trauma, eating disorders, and rehabilitation, and work with adults, children, and young people.
Hi I'm Gaya, I work with individuals navigating complex mental health challenges, including psychosis, trauma, and long-term conditions. Many of my clients feel unheard by previous services, or carry experiences shaped by culture, identity, and belonging that deserve thoughtful, contextual understanding.
I offer a warm, person-centred approach, drawing on Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and formulation-based practice, always tailored to you as a whole person. Cultural background is never an afterthought here. I am here to help you move forward with greater self-compassion,
I have supported clients with a wide range of challenges, and specialise in working with anxiety, relationship issues, and eating disorders.
Welcome, I'm Marianne. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little extra support. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or alone, I’m here to offer you a space where together we can explore the issues that are troubling you.
My approach is rooted in compassion and empathy. Whether you would like to work towards specific goals, or simply have a safe confidential space for you to process what's happening in your life, this is up to you. You can choose the focus and pace of our work, to make sure that we are working in a way you feel comfortable with.
I have supported clients with a wide range of challenges, and specialise in working with anxiety, relationship issues, and eating disorders.
Welcome, I'm Marianne. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we all need a little extra support. Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or alone, I’m here to offer you a space where together we can explore the issues that are troubling you.
My approach is rooted in compassion and empathy. Whether you would like to work towards specific goals, or simply have a safe confidential space for you to process what's happening in your life, this is up to you. You can choose the focus and pace of our work, to make sure that we are working in a way you feel comfortable with.
Maybe we feel fear, anger, confusion or just a sense of detachment from who we feel we used to be or could be; sometimes it is only symptoms (such as addictions, eating disorders, OCD) which we can identify.
We will explore your past and present life in order to identify and understand current difficulties. We will utilise verbal retelling, somatic exploration, chair work, writing, creativity and we will utilise our relationship to give us insight into your others.
I offer short term (12-20 sessions), open ended & single event process (4-6 longer sessions).
Maybe we feel fear, anger, confusion or just a sense of detachment from who we feel we used to be or could be; sometimes it is only symptoms (such as addictions, eating disorders, OCD) which we can identify.
We will explore your past and present life in order to identify and understand current difficulties. We will utilise verbal retelling, somatic exploration, chair work, writing, creativity and we will utilise our relationship to give us insight into your others.
I offer short term (12-20 sessions), open ended & single event process (4-6 longer sessions).
I am an integrative psychotherapist, specialising in working with adults (18 years+) with eating disorders and body image problems, as well as with adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), often owing to current or historical abuse.
I began specialising in the treatment of eating disorders in 2002 when I joined South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust’s award-winning Adult Eating Disorder Unit at the Maudsley Hospital. I worked there part-time until March 2018, during which time I also developed additional expertise, and a special interest, in helping people with PTSD.
I am an integrative psychotherapist, specialising in working with adults (18 years+) with eating disorders and body image problems, as well as with adults with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), often owing to current or historical abuse.
I began specialising in the treatment of eating disorders in 2002 when I joined South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust’s award-winning Adult Eating Disorder Unit at the Maudsley Hospital. I worked there part-time until March 2018, during which time I also developed additional expertise, and a special interest, in helping people with PTSD.
Hello, I'm Lila, a UKCP acredited psychotherapist. I am passionate about helping others and excited to witness clients' positive change and growth through therapy.
Among my particular professional interests are eating dissorders, self-esteem and relationship problems, and issues facing women and girls.
My own life journey has allowed me to gain invaluable lived experience of many things that my clients are going through, which have helped greatly with my personal growth and empathy towards my clients.
Whether you're taking first steps in therapy, or returning to it, I welcome you and look forward to supporting you on your journey.
Hello, I'm Lila, a UKCP acredited psychotherapist. I am passionate about helping others and excited to witness clients' positive change and growth through therapy.
Among my particular professional interests are eating dissorders, self-esteem and relationship problems, and issues facing women and girls.
My own life journey has allowed me to gain invaluable lived experience of many things that my clients are going through, which have helped greatly with my personal growth and empathy towards my clients.
Whether you're taking first steps in therapy, or returning to it, I welcome you and look forward to supporting you on your journey.
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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.