Eating disorder Services

Eating disorders are a complex mental illness which have a serious impact on individuals psychological, social, medical and economic well-being. Influenced by a range of factors including neurobiology, early learning experiences, psychological traits and social influences such as diet culture and weight stigma, eating disorders can take hold of people’s lives.

Characterised by restrictive eating behaviours, attempts to compensate for nutritional intake, binge eating, poor body image, and significant distress eating disorders have more in common across the diagnostic spectrum than differences. While diagnoses of Anorexia, Bulimia and Binge Eating Disorder may fit for some people, many individuals with serious illness fit in to a broader category of OSFED (Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder).

Disordered eating of any kind can have a serious impact on an individual’s emotional and physical wellbeing, and those suffering often report higher levels of anxiety, depression, guilt, shame, and self-loathing. These emotions, coupled with uncertainty about change, can make it very difficult to ask for help.

Seeking support:

Eating disorders have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness and professional treatment is a proven method to help sufferers find a way out. While the evidence supports early intervention, the team at Person Centred Psychology & Allied Health firmly believe that eating disorders can be treated at any time. Working with experienced psychologist’s and dieticians who understand eating disorders is important in successful recovery-oriented treatment.

Here in South Melbourne, we aim to provide accessible, person-centred, compassionate and evidence-based support. We advocate for the effectiveness of a multidisciplinary approach when undertaking the complexities of eating disorder treatment and encourage the involvement of psychology, dietetics, and a general practitioner as part of the baseline care team.

If you, or someone you care about is showing signs of an eating disorder or disordered eating, we recommend contacting us to discuss your concerns. Our team of talented eating disorder psychologists and dietitians will walk beside you or your loved one on the path to recovery.

Are you ready to take back control of your life?

Our Eating Disorder Team