Eating Disorders Counselling in Richmond, VIC

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Emily Clinch
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
s well as having an interest eating disorders and trauma, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues and grief.
I work with clients from my office in East Melbourne and online Australia wide. I am a credentialed eating disorder clinician and EMDR Therapist who works with adolescents and adults to help empower them to be the best version of themselves. A
s well as having an interest eating disorders and trauma, I have experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship issues and grief.
I work with clients from my office in East Melbourne and online Australia wide. I am a credentialed eating disorder clinician and EMDR Therapist who works with adolescents and adults to help empower them to be the best version of themselves. A
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Yukti Prakash Mehta
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I am passionate about providing holistic care that combines evidence-based treatments and respecting the lived experiences of clients presenting with eating disorders, poor body image, personality disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, as well as school and work-related stress.
I am passionate about providing holistic care that combines evidence-based treatments and respecting the lived experiences of clients presenting with eating disorders, poor body image, personality disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, as well as school and work-related stress.
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Karla Lomagno
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VIC 3121
I bring a wealth of knowledge to my practice, specialising in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with intensive training and expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), Family-Based Therapy (FBT), and trauma-informed therapy.
I have over a decade of experience in both public and private mental health sectors. I have a compassionate and collaborative approach, and I work closely with clients to help them pinpoint their life-worth living goals, identify barriers to change, and support skills development to enhance behavioural effectiveness and improve overall sense of wellbeing. I have worked with individuals grappling with a diverse range of mental health conditions, and have developed a keen interest in supporting those dealing with disordered eating and emotional dysregulation challenges.
I bring a wealth of knowledge to my practice, specialising in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with intensive training and expertise in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), CBT for Eating Disorders (CBT-E), Family-Based Therapy (FBT), and trauma-informed therapy.
I have over a decade of experience in both public and private mental health sectors. I have a compassionate and collaborative approach, and I work closely with clients to help them pinpoint their life-worth living goals, identify barriers to change, and support skills development to enhance behavioural effectiveness and improve overall sense of wellbeing. I have worked with individuals grappling with a diverse range of mental health conditions, and have developed a keen interest in supporting those dealing with disordered eating and emotional dysregulation challenges.
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Tanya Karvounis
Psychologist, MPsych, Assoc MAPS
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
Tanya works with people who are interested in understanding and changing the patterns of behaviours and thoughts that keep them stuck in their current way of living. Tanya provides a space to process experiences that have shaped your beliefs about yourself and others so you can start making more conscious choices that can help you to live your life more authentically. Tanya works with adults who have experienced family and marital problems, work stress, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, PTSD and addiction.
Tanya works with people who are interested in understanding and changing the patterns of behaviours and thoughts that keep them stuck in their current way of living. Tanya provides a space to process experiences that have shaped your beliefs about yourself and others so you can start making more conscious choices that can help you to live your life more authentically. Tanya works with adults who have experienced family and marital problems, work stress, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, PTSD and addiction.
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Naomi Coulter
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I have a special interest in working with people with eating, weight and body image concerns, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are experiencing challenges with how they relate to themselves, others and their environment. I value my clients as unique individuals and aim to foster a sense of hope, determination and resilience in people to make positive changes in their lives in whatever capacity is meaningful to them. I work a lot with people to help them identify, manage and regulate difficult emotions. This also involves a deeper understanding of emotional reactions and an opportunity to benefit from learning from past experiences.
I have a special interest in working with people with eating, weight and body image concerns, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder.
I work with adolescents and young adults who are experiencing challenges with how they relate to themselves, others and their environment. I value my clients as unique individuals and aim to foster a sense of hope, determination and resilience in people to make positive changes in their lives in whatever capacity is meaningful to them. I work a lot with people to help them identify, manage and regulate difficult emotions. This also involves a deeper understanding of emotional reactions and an opportunity to benefit from learning from past experiences.
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Cindy Tanghal
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
In my practice, I provide professional, empathetic and validating psychological support and treatment to individuals with Emotion dysregulation; Major Depression; Bi-Polar Affective Disorders; Adjustment Disorder; Anxiety disorders; Social Anxiety; Eating Disorders; Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Personality Disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD); Complex trauma presentations such as self-harm, identity disturbance, impulsivity, and relationship instability; Drug & alcohol and other Addictive Behaviours. Additionally, ​I am a Board approved (AHPRA) psychology supervisor.
In my practice, I provide professional, empathetic and validating psychological support and treatment to individuals with Emotion dysregulation; Major Depression; Bi-Polar Affective Disorders; Adjustment Disorder; Anxiety disorders; Social Anxiety; Eating Disorders; Post Traumatic Stress Disorder; Personality Disorders such as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD); Complex trauma presentations such as self-harm, identity disturbance, impulsivity, and relationship instability; Drug & alcohol and other Addictive Behaviours. Additionally, ​I am a Board approved (AHPRA) psychology supervisor.
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Sharon Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
Her expertise focuses on personality disorders, as well as anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, eating disorders, and relational difficulties.
Finding someone who has expertise, but importantly can connect, and quickly understand your issues, is critical. Clients tell me these qualities set me apart from others. My experience includes working with the full spectrum of life challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to older folk, parents and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that maybe keeping you stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater sense of self worth and confidence.
Her expertise focuses on personality disorders, as well as anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, eating disorders, and relational difficulties.
Finding someone who has expertise, but importantly can connect, and quickly understand your issues, is critical. Clients tell me these qualities set me apart from others. My experience includes working with the full spectrum of life challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to older folk, parents and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that maybe keeping you stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater sense of self worth and confidence.
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Julian Nolan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I see people with a variety of concerns, including: anxiety, depression, anger and other emotional management issues, relationship/family issues, loss, grief and trauma, challenges relating to being neurodiverse (ASD, ADHD), sex, sexuality and gender related concerns, and eating disorders.
I see people with a variety of concerns, including: anxiety, depression, anger and other emotional management issues, relationship/family issues, loss, grief and trauma, challenges relating to being neurodiverse (ASD, ADHD), sex, sexuality and gender related concerns, and eating disorders.
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Walter Carter
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I collaborate with clients experiencing ADHD, bipolar, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, PTSD, sexual dysfunction, relationship issues and eating disorders.
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
I collaborate with clients experiencing ADHD, bipolar, anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma, PTSD, sexual dysfunction, relationship issues and eating disorders.
Sometimes we require a helping hand when adjusting to an ever-changing world. I want to help you develop skills and tools to create sustainable fulfilment within your life. Common challenges we all face include issues with self-esteem, processing negative or strong emotions, work-life balance, adjusting to change, developing meaningful relationships, and discovering our purpose. In addition, stress, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and interpersonal conflict can obstruct our ability to experience life to its fullest potential. You have the ability to unlock your own power, and I want to help you discover that inner strength.
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Estefania Tello Arce
MPsych
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
If you are already checking this, it means that a part of you is ready to be transformed, I´m here to assist you in that process. My most important objective is to provide you with a safe and professional space to go to the roots of your symptoms, not only the surface. In that way, changes being made are most likely to remain.
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Julian Motha
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I work with my clients in a person-centred way, which includes warmth, genuineness, understanding and non-judgement. In my work, I’ve found humour to be a powerful therapeutic technique, which can build a strong therapeutic alliance and help us make contact with painful thoughts and feelings.
I work with my clients in a person-centred way, which includes warmth, genuineness, understanding and non-judgement. In my work, I’ve found humour to be a powerful therapeutic technique, which can build a strong therapeutic alliance and help us make contact with painful thoughts and feelings.
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Mahnaz Daraj
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I am a clinical psychologist and psychodynamic psychotherapist who has a special interest in Self Psychology. I offer individual therapy to adults who may experience a range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and relationship issues. I strive to help individuals gain an in-depth understanding of themselves and their experiences with the ultimate goal of alleviation of their difficulties.
I am a clinical psychologist and psychodynamic psychotherapist who has a special interest in Self Psychology. I offer individual therapy to adults who may experience a range of difficulties such as anxiety, depression, low self-esteem and relationship issues. I strive to help individuals gain an in-depth understanding of themselves and their experiences with the ultimate goal of alleviation of their difficulties.
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Claire Munns - Therapy Shmerapy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VIC 3121  (Online Only)
I offer peer support to those navigating complex mental health challenges, who would like to connect with someone with a similar lived experience. I have living experience with autism, ADHD, BPD, disordered eating, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and LGBTQIA+ issues, and over 10 years of lived experience in the mental health system. I aim to create a safe and affirming space that feels comfortable for you, valuing connection and understanding first and foremost. Peer support with me is about both of us creating a space that is unique to you, a space where you feel validated, empowered and safe to be yourself.
I offer peer support to those navigating complex mental health challenges, who would like to connect with someone with a similar lived experience. I have living experience with autism, ADHD, BPD, disordered eating, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and LGBTQIA+ issues, and over 10 years of lived experience in the mental health system. I aim to create a safe and affirming space that feels comfortable for you, valuing connection and understanding first and foremost. Peer support with me is about both of us creating a space that is unique to you, a space where you feel validated, empowered and safe to be yourself.
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Arlan Ruslins
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
My perspective is based on meeting a person where they are, without judgment. No two humans have the same experiences, beliefs, and strengths. Starting from a holistic person-centred overview I work together with clients to discover what they want and how to move in that direction. To help clients achieve their goals I collaboratively use a range of evidence-based techniques from approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and schema therapy
My perspective is based on meeting a person where they are, without judgment. No two humans have the same experiences, beliefs, and strengths. Starting from a holistic person-centred overview I work together with clients to discover what they want and how to move in that direction. To help clients achieve their goals I collaboratively use a range of evidence-based techniques from approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and schema therapy
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Judith Minster
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
Life can be challenging - professionally and personally. Having worked in corporate, private and forensic environments, I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to address current situations and work towards a better life. I love learning about my clients - and tailoring my knowledge/skill based to assist to achieve positive outcomes reduced anxiety, improved sleep, mood, self-esteem/sef-efficacy, phobias, eating disorder and interpersonal effectiveness. Combining counselling, biofeedback/neurofeedback, EMDR & VR to help provide you greater understanding of yourself and others, increased skills and coping strategies.
Life can be challenging - professionally and personally. Having worked in corporate, private and forensic environments, I enjoy working collaboratively with clients to address current situations and work towards a better life. I love learning about my clients - and tailoring my knowledge/skill based to assist to achieve positive outcomes reduced anxiety, improved sleep, mood, self-esteem/sef-efficacy, phobias, eating disorder and interpersonal effectiveness. Combining counselling, biofeedback/neurofeedback, EMDR & VR to help provide you greater understanding of yourself and others, increased skills and coping strategies.
(03) 9070 5310 View (03) 9070 5310
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South Yarra Psychology
Psychologist, FAPS
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
South Yarra Psychology sees clients with a wide range of presenting issues. The practice has a team of highly-qualified psychologists. The practice offers a free 10-minute 'psychologist matching appointment' for new clients (via telephone); to discuss their treatment needs and recommend a psychologist who is best suited to these. Appointments (including the free psychologist matching appointment) can be booked through the practice's online booking system (accessible via www.SYP.au). The website also contains profiles on each of the psychologists, with their specific interests and treatment approaches.
South Yarra Psychology sees clients with a wide range of presenting issues. The practice has a team of highly-qualified psychologists. The practice offers a free 10-minute 'psychologist matching appointment' for new clients (via telephone); to discuss their treatment needs and recommend a psychologist who is best suited to these. Appointments (including the free psychologist matching appointment) can be booked through the practice's online booking system (accessible via www.SYP.au). The website also contains profiles on each of the psychologists, with their specific interests and treatment approaches.
(03) 9070 5676 View (03) 9070 5676
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Glimmers Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
My name is Sheida (Shay-da) and I offer both in-person/ face-to-face and phone/ video counselling for adolescents and adults seeking support with the many challenges in life. At Glimmers Psychology there is emphasis on connection, warmth and understanding to offer a space where you feel safe, comfortable and able to access and address difficult issues. Together we identify the directions and changes you need and work to support you in creating them. People also benefit from counselling for character development and growth.
My name is Sheida (Shay-da) and I offer both in-person/ face-to-face and phone/ video counselling for adolescents and adults seeking support with the many challenges in life. At Glimmers Psychology there is emphasis on connection, warmth and understanding to offer a space where you feel safe, comfortable and able to access and address difficult issues. Together we identify the directions and changes you need and work to support you in creating them. People also benefit from counselling for character development and growth.
(03) 8203 5669 View (03) 8203 5669
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Weiyu Guan
Psychotherapist, MA, AThR
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
I work with clients across the life span and from all walks of life. People come to me because they feel stuck, depressed, alienated, conflicted, lost, unfulfilled or curious. They yearn for a confidential, compassionate and inspiring therapeutic space where they can feel safe enough to encounter different aspects of themselves and their life circumstances with more depth, honesty, dignity and clarity. They hope to cultivate their self-understanding and to nurture their heart in order to find more ease and a deeper sense of belonging with themselves, their loved ones and the wider world; so as to live a life of joy and connection.
I work with clients across the life span and from all walks of life. People come to me because they feel stuck, depressed, alienated, conflicted, lost, unfulfilled or curious. They yearn for a confidential, compassionate and inspiring therapeutic space where they can feel safe enough to encounter different aspects of themselves and their life circumstances with more depth, honesty, dignity and clarity. They hope to cultivate their self-understanding and to nurture their heart in order to find more ease and a deeper sense of belonging with themselves, their loved ones and the wider world; so as to live a life of joy and connection.
(03) 7003 2318 View (03) 7003 2318
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Richard Norrish
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Richmond, VIC 3121
Richard aims to help clients achieve an improved quality of life, working towards a greater sense of personal control. With more than 10 years’ experience in counselling and clinical settings, he provides a supportive, non-judgmental and confidential space. He works collaboratively with the client in tailoring therapy to their unique set of circumstances. Therapy may range from a few sessions when targeting a specific problem, to medium and longer-term therapy when addressing long-held problematic behaviours, interpersonal patterns and emotion difficulties.
Richard aims to help clients achieve an improved quality of life, working towards a greater sense of personal control. With more than 10 years’ experience in counselling and clinical settings, he provides a supportive, non-judgmental and confidential space. He works collaboratively with the client in tailoring therapy to their unique set of circumstances. Therapy may range from a few sessions when targeting a specific problem, to medium and longer-term therapy when addressing long-held problematic behaviours, interpersonal patterns and emotion difficulties.
(03) 9068 5866 View (03) 9068 5866
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Todd Mills
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VIC 3121
My name is Todd, I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor working with individuals and couples in Melbourne, Australia. I believe that psychotherapy is a powerful tool that can be used as a tool to enrich your life and relationships through increasing self-compassion, self-understanding and insight, or to work through specific life challenges. My work draws heavily on attachment theory, psychodynamic and developmental theory, mindfulness, systems thinking & existentialism. I take a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approach and always work collaboratively with my clients to identify their unique needs and goals.
My name is Todd, I am an Integrative Psychotherapist and Counsellor working with individuals and couples in Melbourne, Australia. I believe that psychotherapy is a powerful tool that can be used as a tool to enrich your life and relationships through increasing self-compassion, self-understanding and insight, or to work through specific life challenges. My work draws heavily on attachment theory, psychodynamic and developmental theory, mindfulness, systems thinking & existentialism. I take a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approach and always work collaboratively with my clients to identify their unique needs and goals.
(03) 7003 2100 View (03) 7003 2100
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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.