Eating Disorders Counselling in Ryde, NSW
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Dr Salena Bhanji
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Ryde, NSW 2112
Waitlist for new clients
Dr Salena is a compassionate Clinical and Counselling Psychologist who has a genuine interest in listening to and supporting her clients heal from their mental health struggles and live peacefully in their bodies. Her main focus is providing therapy for disordered eating, eating disorders, body image issues, childhood trauma and self esteem issues. Dr Salena has undertaken extensive training over the past two decades in many mental health settings including the NHS, the Monte Nido treatment centres in California and the Butterfly Foundation in Sydney. Dr Salena ensures that every session delivers insight and practical skills to use.
Dr Salena is a compassionate Clinical and Counselling Psychologist who has a genuine interest in listening to and supporting her clients heal from their mental health struggles and live peacefully in their bodies. Her main focus is providing therapy for disordered eating, eating disorders, body image issues, childhood trauma and self esteem issues. Dr Salena has undertaken extensive training over the past two decades in many mental health settings including the NHS, the Monte Nido treatment centres in California and the Butterfly Foundation in Sydney. Dr Salena ensures that every session delivers insight and practical skills to use.
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Treat Yourself Well Psychology Sydney
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ryde, NSW 2112
Treat Yourself Well Sydney is an established boutique Psychology Practice with a niche reputation in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma and neurodiversity. Our Psychologists have extensive experience in eating disorders and trauma and take a non diet, weight neutral, Health at Every Size approach. We also offer high quality assessment and treatment for a wide range of presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, relationships and interpersonal matters. We are compassion focused, mindfulness based and trauma informed focusing on mind and body wellness.
Treat Yourself Well Sydney is an established boutique Psychology Practice with a niche reputation in the treatment of eating disorders, trauma and neurodiversity. Our Psychologists have extensive experience in eating disorders and trauma and take a non diet, weight neutral, Health at Every Size approach. We also offer high quality assessment and treatment for a wide range of presentations including depression, anxiety, stress, relationships and interpersonal matters. We are compassion focused, mindfulness based and trauma informed focusing on mind and body wellness.
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Julie Ryu
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Ryde, NSW 2112 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic services for clients presenting with a wide range of concerns including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, stress management, interpersonal issues, trauma (interpersonal, childhood, PTSD), personality disorders, developmental issues, migrant issues, addictions, eating disorders and workplace issues.
Clients seek my professional support to alleviate current distress they experience which could be caused by psychological, emotional, environmental and/or physical factors. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms resulting their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy could be discussed in the first session. I am currently studying Master of Psychology.
I provide evidence-based psychotherapeutic services for clients presenting with a wide range of concerns including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, stress management, interpersonal issues, trauma (interpersonal, childhood, PTSD), personality disorders, developmental issues, migrant issues, addictions, eating disorders and workplace issues.
Clients seek my professional support to alleviate current distress they experience which could be caused by psychological, emotional, environmental and/or physical factors. Clients often request short to medium term interventions to lessen the effects of psychological trauma or recent and/or old events on their lives. Clients attend sessions with clinical diagnoses or their current experiences of moderate to severe level of symptoms resulting their interest in receiving assessments for formal diagnoses. Specific needs and goals of therapy could be discussed in the first session. I am currently studying Master of Psychology.
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Owner/Director of the Engel Clinic - I have been privileged to work with clients for over 15 years using mindfulness based CBT, ACT, FBT, gut-directed hypnosis, and clinical hypnosis. I work extensively with all kinds of anxiety and stress conditions, gut-brain disorders, and eating disorders (including obesity and ARFID).
Owner/Director of the Engel Clinic - I have been privileged to work with clients for over 15 years using mindfulness based CBT, ACT, FBT, gut-directed hypnosis, and clinical hypnosis. I work extensively with all kinds of anxiety and stress conditions, gut-brain disorders, and eating disorders (including obesity and ARFID).
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If you are experiencing anxiety, depression and/or relationship difficulties, or suffer from more complex problems, we have psychologists and relationship counsellors available to work with you and honour your individual circumstances. Our aim is to help you identify your most authentic inner values, and find a way to live from them more and more each day.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression and/or relationship difficulties, or suffer from more complex problems, we have psychologists and relationship counsellors available to work with you and honour your individual circumstances. Our aim is to help you identify your most authentic inner values, and find a way to live from them more and more each day.
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With a wide knowledge and 20 years clinical experience I use evidence-based therapies personalised to your treatment goals. I work with clients of all ages on all manner of complex concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, troubled relationships, grief, loss & infertility. I provide psychological assessment and diagnostic services to those seeking to understand the nuances of ADHD, ASD, LD (dyslexia) and other developmental difficulties. My specialised training in mind body connection, hypnosis and nutrition complements treatment for those seeking a holistic approach.
With a wide knowledge and 20 years clinical experience I use evidence-based therapies personalised to your treatment goals. I work with clients of all ages on all manner of complex concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, troubled relationships, grief, loss & infertility. I provide psychological assessment and diagnostic services to those seeking to understand the nuances of ADHD, ASD, LD (dyslexia) and other developmental difficulties. My specialised training in mind body connection, hypnosis and nutrition complements treatment for those seeking a holistic approach.
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As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
As a clinical psychotherapist/clinical counsellor/clinical supervisor, I keep it real! Practical support for adults, couples, children, families to facilitate healing and growth via raising their awareness of behaviours, feelings and thoughts which may impact their ability to function within the world, and experiment with new ways Clients often are surprised how calm and nurturing our environment is at Lifesort, which assists to support feeling safe to explore challenges such as trauma & abuse, domestic violence, relationship issues, parenting struggles, mental health, identity crisis, life transitions and spiritual emergencies...
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Srishti is a warm and empathic Clinical Psychologist, who is passionate about delivering the best care to her clients. She works alongside you to first understand your goals and then tailors therapy to meet your needs. Srishti has a background in clinical research, which combined with her postgraduate training, informs her evidence-based approach to therapy.
Srishti is a warm and empathic Clinical Psychologist, who is passionate about delivering the best care to her clients. She works alongside you to first understand your goals and then tailors therapy to meet your needs. Srishti has a background in clinical research, which combined with her postgraduate training, informs her evidence-based approach to therapy.
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Seeking help from a psychologist could be overwhelming and stressful. It may be seen as a sign of weakness or suggest that there is something wrong with the person. My professional aim is to assist the person seeking help in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic manner, in a therapeutic space where personal issues are viewed as opportunities to discover personal strengths, to foster personal growth and improve quality of life. I am deeply committed to empower individuals in overcoming the social stigma associated with mental health issues and I value each person’s uniqueness during their engagement in mental health recovery.
Seeking help from a psychologist could be overwhelming and stressful. It may be seen as a sign of weakness or suggest that there is something wrong with the person. My professional aim is to assist the person seeking help in a collaborative, compassionate and authentic manner, in a therapeutic space where personal issues are viewed as opportunities to discover personal strengths, to foster personal growth and improve quality of life. I am deeply committed to empower individuals in overcoming the social stigma associated with mental health issues and I value each person’s uniqueness during their engagement in mental health recovery.
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Whether you want to learn strategies to regain mental health; regulate intense emotions; navigate life's complexities and relationships; manage stress or simply maintain optimal wellbeing and balance, I take a compassionate, collaborative and client-centred approach in employing evidence based treatment relevant to the uniqueness of the client. Working with adolescents and adults from a predominantly DBT-informed lens, I encourage people to take an active role in devising treatment goals and firmly believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I strive to consistently embody non-judgment and flexibility in all that I do.
Whether you want to learn strategies to regain mental health; regulate intense emotions; navigate life's complexities and relationships; manage stress or simply maintain optimal wellbeing and balance, I take a compassionate, collaborative and client-centred approach in employing evidence based treatment relevant to the uniqueness of the client. Working with adolescents and adults from a predominantly DBT-informed lens, I encourage people to take an active role in devising treatment goals and firmly believe that each individual is the expert on themselves. I strive to consistently embody non-judgment and flexibility in all that I do.
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Confidential, advanced psychological counselling services. Invest in your psychological well-being and optimise your quality of life. Address issues in your life, grow and succeed. The first step, calling, is the hardest. We make the rest easy. Contact us and we will guide you the rest of the way. No obligation.
Confidential, advanced psychological counselling services. Invest in your psychological well-being and optimise your quality of life. Address issues in your life, grow and succeed. The first step, calling, is the hardest. We make the rest easy. Contact us and we will guide you the rest of the way. No obligation.
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I particularly enjoy working with anxiety, eating disorders and relationship issues.
Open communication and rapport is essential. However, I believe long-term outcomes and goal attainment is achieved by providing clients with a psychological toolkit per se. A variety of strategies, coping and problem-solving skills that can be implemented in the future, and generalised to various issues. I believe in actively involving the client in the therapeutic process and assisting clients build confidence.
I particularly enjoy working with anxiety, eating disorders and relationship issues.
Open communication and rapport is essential. However, I believe long-term outcomes and goal attainment is achieved by providing clients with a psychological toolkit per se. A variety of strategies, coping and problem-solving skills that can be implemented in the future, and generalised to various issues. I believe in actively involving the client in the therapeutic process and assisting clients build confidence.
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Joelle Fa
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113 (Online Only)
My special interest areas are eating disorders, mood issues such as depression, trauma and complex trauma, anxiety and OCD.
Joelle will be on extended leave from June 2024 and is not currently taking new referrals. Getting to hear and know my clients’ stories is an incredible privilege. I see therapy as a partnership, where we work as a team to get you to where you want to be. Offering my clients hope and restoration even in the midst of the most difficult seasons is one of my greatest joys. I have worked in hospital inpatient and community settings, universities and in various private practice settings. When I am not seeing clients, I enjoy training and supervising clinicians in treatment of eating disorders through my role at the InsideOut Institute.
My special interest areas are eating disorders, mood issues such as depression, trauma and complex trauma, anxiety and OCD.
Joelle will be on extended leave from June 2024 and is not currently taking new referrals. Getting to hear and know my clients’ stories is an incredible privilege. I see therapy as a partnership, where we work as a team to get you to where you want to be. Offering my clients hope and restoration even in the midst of the most difficult seasons is one of my greatest joys. I have worked in hospital inpatient and community settings, universities and in various private practice settings. When I am not seeing clients, I enjoy training and supervising clinicians in treatment of eating disorders through my role at the InsideOut Institute.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about supporting clients to live a life full of meaning and vitality. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship, and endeavour to offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel safe to be vulnerable and explore any deeper issues driving your unhappiness or distress. I am trained in working with a full range of presentations, with a particular interest in working with anxiety disorders, OCD, eating disorders, and body image issues. I also enjoy providing longer-term therapy targeting ongoing patterns of behaviour linked to painful past experiences or unmet needs.
I am a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate about supporting clients to live a life full of meaning and vitality. I believe in the importance of the therapeutic relationship, and endeavour to offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel safe to be vulnerable and explore any deeper issues driving your unhappiness or distress. I am trained in working with a full range of presentations, with a particular interest in working with anxiety disorders, OCD, eating disorders, and body image issues. I also enjoy providing longer-term therapy targeting ongoing patterns of behaviour linked to painful past experiences or unmet needs.
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My unique expertise in recovery from life controlling issues including addictions, eating disorders, self-harm, childhood abuse, attachment trauma & complex trauma, cause me to stand out among others.
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
My unique expertise in recovery from life controlling issues including addictions, eating disorders, self-harm, childhood abuse, attachment trauma & complex trauma, cause me to stand out among others.
I am a Hunter Valley based therapist and Clinical Supervisor with over 15 years experience. I offer a wealth of knowledge and in-depth experience of complex trauma, life-controlling issues, addictions and relationships. Co-founder/CEO of a women's rehabilitation program, Destiny Haven, our mission is to see the lives of broken women restored. I have received significant recognition for my achievements, including finalist in Telstra Businesswomen's awards (2017). I use proven approaches offering unique expertise to help you quickly begin to experience relief from life controlling symptoms that hinder your relationships and limit life
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I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor(PACFA No. 27709) who provides therapy in English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Teochew. My lived experience in both Asia and Australia equips me with a strong understanding of cross cultural and migration issues.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and counsellor(PACFA No. 27709) who provides therapy in English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Teochew. My lived experience in both Asia and Australia equips me with a strong understanding of cross cultural and migration issues.
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Phoenix Therapeutic Services
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Ryde, NSW 2113
Hi there! I work closely with clients to explore how their early attachment experiences impact their current relationship to themself and others. I help clients break negative patterns by creating emotional safety to explore the roots of their pain.
Hi there! I work closely with clients to explore how their early attachment experiences impact their current relationship to themself and others. I help clients break negative patterns by creating emotional safety to explore the roots of their pain.
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When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
When lingering or reoccurring issues arise they create within us a dissatisfaction about life and how we feel about ourselves. Issues such as relationship difficulties, addictions, career, life transitions, parenting, depression, anxiety, stress, body image, negative beliefs and thoughts, emotional overwhelm, aggression, low energy, impulsivity etc. can affect your self esteem and your ability to think clearly and solve problems effectively. Learning new skills, building on resilience and resources and dealing with past issues that affect your present life can be empowering and create satisfaction and fulfilment in your life.
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If you’re seeking help to make positive change in your life, our friendly team of psychologists can work with you to uncover, treat and remedy a wide range of concerns. Our aim is to get to the heart of the problem and develop practical solutions that you can apply in real life. We work one on one with adults, teenagers and children, or collectively with couples and families. We use a collection of proven therapies to treat people on an individual level. There is only one of you, so we want to choose an effective strategy that resonates just with you, and helps you take back control of your life.
If you’re seeking help to make positive change in your life, our friendly team of psychologists can work with you to uncover, treat and remedy a wide range of concerns. Our aim is to get to the heart of the problem and develop practical solutions that you can apply in real life. We work one on one with adults, teenagers and children, or collectively with couples and families. We use a collection of proven therapies to treat people on an individual level. There is only one of you, so we want to choose an effective strategy that resonates just with you, and helps you take back control of your life.
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Mind Life (Founder John Zavaglia)
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Macquarie Park, NSW 2113
My name is John Zavaglia, Registered and Qualified Mental Health Counsellor. If you find yourself worrying excessively, perhaps are depressed, affected by trauma, experiencing grief, addicted or having problems communicating and engaging socially. I can focus on building your emotional intelligence, bolstering your resilience, and help you evolve into new behaviours. Let’s make contact to arrange a brief chat to discuss your needs and start to Untangle your Mind.
My name is John Zavaglia, Registered and Qualified Mental Health Counsellor. If you find yourself worrying excessively, perhaps are depressed, affected by trauma, experiencing grief, addicted or having problems communicating and engaging socially. I can focus on building your emotional intelligence, bolstering your resilience, and help you evolve into new behaviours. Let’s make contact to arrange a brief chat to discuss your needs and start to Untangle your Mind.
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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.