Therapy for Disordered Eating

Disordered eating refers to a range of unhealthy eating behaviours that may not meet the full criteria for an eating disorder but still pose serious risks to physical and emotional wellbeing. These behaviours can include restrictive dieting, meal skipping, binge eating, compulsive eating, vomiting, or misuse of laxatives, diuretics and supplements.

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Diet culture and unrealistic appearance ideals often contribute to the development of disordered eating by promoting harmful beliefs around body size, food, and self-worth. Over time, these patterns can distort a person’s relationship with food and lead to long-term health issues, including fatigue, sleep disruption, poor concentration, and emotional distress. In many cases, disordered eating is a precursor to diagnosable eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, or binge eating disorder.

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Recognising and addressing disordered eating early is crucial in preventing escalation and supporting a healthier relationship with food and body image. At Evolving Minds Counselling and Psychology, we provide compassionate, evidence-based therapy for disordered eating from our practice in the Sutherland Shire.

 

Our team works closely with GPs, dietitians, and psychiatrists to ensure care is integrated and responsive to both psychological and physical needs.

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We also support individuals whose disordered eating patterns are linked to trauma, low self-esteem or body image, offering tailored interventions that focus on emotional regulation, behaviour change, and long-term recovery.

 

If you or someone you care about is experiencing disordered eating, please contact us on 02 8519 4197 or request an appointment using the button below. Early support makes a difference.