Eating Disorders Counselling in Norwich

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Becky Grace Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norwich NR2
I have worked in Adult and CAMHS services and eating disorders.
Have you imagined a life without restricting or feeling out of control around food? A life without anxiety and people or parts of society that make you feel uncomfortable, a burden or lead you to not trust yourself? If you are living a life that does not give you joy and pleasure, or you feel out of control, then I am here to help. Whether you have an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, low self-worth or trauma, I will help you address the root cause and transform your life so that you are alive and thriving rather just existing or surviving. I use evidence based cognitive behavioural therapy, ACT, beginners somatic work and yoga
I have worked in Adult and CAMHS services and eating disorders.
Have you imagined a life without restricting or feeling out of control around food? A life without anxiety and people or parts of society that make you feel uncomfortable, a burden or lead you to not trust yourself? If you are living a life that does not give you joy and pleasure, or you feel out of control, then I am here to help. Whether you have an eating disorder, anxiety, depression, low self-worth or trauma, I will help you address the root cause and transform your life so that you are alive and thriving rather just existing or surviving. I use evidence based cognitive behavioural therapy, ACT, beginners somatic work and yoga
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Lauren Roberts
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwich NR2
Through counselling we can explore whatever you bring, such as but not limited to trauma, abuse (of all kinds), identity issues, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders & loss.
Hello, I’m Lauren. As an integrative counsellor I draw upon theories from the main schools of thought and tailor my approach to the unique individual; not applying any particular method to you but rather meeting you where you are, and going from there. As there is no one set way of being, and no one set way of working therapeutically with another our therapeutic relationship is important. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to go through what brings you to counselling, any queries you may have, and to see how we 'fit' and how you feel about the prospect of beginning sessions with me
Through counselling we can explore whatever you bring, such as but not limited to trauma, abuse (of all kinds), identity issues, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, addiction, eating disorders & loss.
Hello, I’m Lauren. As an integrative counsellor I draw upon theories from the main schools of thought and tailor my approach to the unique individual; not applying any particular method to you but rather meeting you where you are, and going from there. As there is no one set way of being, and no one set way of working therapeutically with another our therapeutic relationship is important. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to go through what brings you to counselling, any queries you may have, and to see how we 'fit' and how you feel about the prospect of beginning sessions with me
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Karen Susan Alford
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR8
I have considered experience in working with 3 charities in Norwich where I have supported clients with anxiety, depression, sadness, substance misuse, trauma, eating disorders, anger, relationship issues as well as other areas.
I offer face to face sessions in addition to telephone or online. I practice in the NR6 area of Norwich easily accessed from the NDR. This may be a time in your life when you feel an overwhelming anxiety, low self esteem, depression or sadness. It may be evoked from a current or historic experience. I believe that recognising you are struggling and making the choice to seek help may be your first step towards finding some resolution. I work to assist and support you in exploring your issues and will always allow you direction in the sessions.
I have considered experience in working with 3 charities in Norwich where I have supported clients with anxiety, depression, sadness, substance misuse, trauma, eating disorders, anger, relationship issues as well as other areas.
I offer face to face sessions in addition to telephone or online. I practice in the NR6 area of Norwich easily accessed from the NDR. This may be a time in your life when you feel an overwhelming anxiety, low self esteem, depression or sadness. It may be evoked from a current or historic experience. I believe that recognising you are struggling and making the choice to seek help may be your first step towards finding some resolution. I work to assist and support you in exploring your issues and will always allow you direction in the sessions.
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Time to Flourish
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwich NR13
I have 15 years of experience helping individuals & couples who have complex needs such as anxiety, addiction, pornography, eating disorders, co-dependency, infidelity, or depression.
Hello. My name is Michelle. I'm offering Teams, telephone or f2f counselling in Martham near the broads. A very peaceful location with incredible views. A place you can come and find answers to complex questions. I have been a therapist for over 15 years competently helping people experience a compassionate space for exploration or to set some goals for the future. This is an opportunity to learn, grow, achieve successful outcomes, and effect change to improve your whole life. I help resolve troublesome symptoms. I offer a free telephone consultation.
I have 15 years of experience helping individuals & couples who have complex needs such as anxiety, addiction, pornography, eating disorders, co-dependency, infidelity, or depression.
Hello. My name is Michelle. I'm offering Teams, telephone or f2f counselling in Martham near the broads. A very peaceful location with incredible views. A place you can come and find answers to complex questions. I have been a therapist for over 15 years competently helping people experience a compassionate space for exploration or to set some goals for the future. This is an opportunity to learn, grow, achieve successful outcomes, and effect change to improve your whole life. I help resolve troublesome symptoms. I offer a free telephone consultation.
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MD of Harley St. Psychotherapy Ltd (Amanda Goss)
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR1
We can help with 1-1 Counselling; Relationship issues; Anxiety; Depression; Stress; Low Self Esteem; Social Anxiety; Loneliness; Child Therapy; Young Persons Counselling; Family Therapy; Walking Therapy; Addiction; Eating Disorders; Sexual Abuse; Bereavement; ADHD/Autism/Asp.
Are you anxious/depressed/stressed/unhappy? Maybe you know the issue and don't want to feel this way any more? Even if you don't exactly know what is wrong, we will work with you to find out the cause so that you can live a happier, more contented life. We aim to get to the root of the problem so that the change is permanent. If you haven't had counselling before, or feel nervous about it, please call me for an informal chat. Counselling can be (and often is) a life changing experience. We suggest a 1st session, by the end of which you will know if you want to carry on. If you are a couple we have a specialist. Feel free to call.
We can help with 1-1 Counselling; Relationship issues; Anxiety; Depression; Stress; Low Self Esteem; Social Anxiety; Loneliness; Child Therapy; Young Persons Counselling; Family Therapy; Walking Therapy; Addiction; Eating Disorders; Sexual Abuse; Bereavement; ADHD/Autism/Asp.
Are you anxious/depressed/stressed/unhappy? Maybe you know the issue and don't want to feel this way any more? Even if you don't exactly know what is wrong, we will work with you to find out the cause so that you can live a happier, more contented life. We aim to get to the root of the problem so that the change is permanent. If you haven't had counselling before, or feel nervous about it, please call me for an informal chat. Counselling can be (and often is) a life changing experience. We suggest a 1st session, by the end of which you will know if you want to carry on. If you are a couple we have a specialist. Feel free to call.
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Natalia Barnes
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR7  (Online Only)
We all go through difficulties at times and sometimes can feel out of our depth and in need of a helping hand. I believe our past experiences can shape how we feel and respond in any given situation and can keep us trapped in negative cycles and unsure of a way out. I want to help you overcome these difficulties and find a way forward to start reaching your goals. Please do not feel you have to go through this alone or that things can’t change. Let’s work together to see how we can understand things and make things better for the future. I have worked in a variety of settings including NHS, private and hospitals for over 10 years.
We all go through difficulties at times and sometimes can feel out of our depth and in need of a helping hand. I believe our past experiences can shape how we feel and respond in any given situation and can keep us trapped in negative cycles and unsure of a way out. I want to help you overcome these difficulties and find a way forward to start reaching your goals. Please do not feel you have to go through this alone or that things can’t change. Let’s work together to see how we can understand things and make things better for the future. I have worked in a variety of settings including NHS, private and hospitals for over 10 years.
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Becky List. - Psychotherapeutic Counsellor
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR9
"I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become" Carl Jung"
"I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become" Carl Jung"
07427 530178 View 07427 530178
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Emel Kahraman Banford
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR6
Growing up has never been easy but perhaps due to the ever-changing circumstances, it is becoming even more difficult for children and young people with so many things they have to navigate or are exposed to. When children struggle emotionally, whether they are toddlers or teenagers, either their behaviour detoriate or unhealthy ways to deal with those strong emotions emerge. Either option can be scary and not many will be willing to talk about what is in their mind or is upsetting them.
Growing up has never been easy but perhaps due to the ever-changing circumstances, it is becoming even more difficult for children and young people with so many things they have to navigate or are exposed to. When children struggle emotionally, whether they are toddlers or teenagers, either their behaviour detoriate or unhealthy ways to deal with those strong emotions emerge. Either option can be scary and not many will be willing to talk about what is in their mind or is upsetting them.
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Jo Barnett
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Norwich NR3
I have a passion in supporting young people and adults with their healing process, when challenged by times in their lives with issues they find too difficult to overcome alone. I am a genuine caring and compassionate Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with vast experience of working with children 11 years plus and adults. I offer a safe, non judgemental space, where we'll focus on your goals and aims of the sessions. At times we're not sure of what is troubling us and causing distress, but know that help is needed. Through exploration of your thoughts and feelings we can develop an understanding of your needs together.
I have a passion in supporting young people and adults with their healing process, when challenged by times in their lives with issues they find too difficult to overcome alone. I am a genuine caring and compassionate Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with vast experience of working with children 11 years plus and adults. I offer a safe, non judgemental space, where we'll focus on your goals and aims of the sessions. At times we're not sure of what is troubling us and causing distress, but know that help is needed. Through exploration of your thoughts and feelings we can develop an understanding of your needs together.
01603 361939 View 01603 361939
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Dr Isabelle Straw
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Norwich NR2
I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, depression and chronic health symptoms such as chronic pain, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and IBS. Mainstream medicine is only beginning to recognise the powerful role of the brain in the development of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression, but decades of research and clinical experience have demonstrated its pivotal role in recovery. This gap between research and practice leaves patients cycling through traditional symptom-management treatments that often do not bring relief.
I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety disorders, depression and chronic health symptoms such as chronic pain, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia and IBS. Mainstream medicine is only beginning to recognise the powerful role of the brain in the development of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression, but decades of research and clinical experience have demonstrated its pivotal role in recovery. This gap between research and practice leaves patients cycling through traditional symptom-management treatments that often do not bring relief.
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Jo Dalton
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Norwich NR16
Hello, I have enjoyed working as a Clinical Psychologist with adults since 1999 and have gained experience of working effectively with people with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties, including anxiety, anger, mood difficulties, difficulties relating to ourselves and other people, trauma of all kinds, chronic illness and eating difficulties. I have specific training (an Advanced Specialist Diploma in Gender, Sex & Relationship Psychotherapy) and a special interest in working therapeutically with gender diverse (trans), gay and bi people or those who belong to the kink, poly community (kink aware) or sex workers.
Hello, I have enjoyed working as a Clinical Psychologist with adults since 1999 and have gained experience of working effectively with people with a wide range of emotional and behavioural difficulties, including anxiety, anger, mood difficulties, difficulties relating to ourselves and other people, trauma of all kinds, chronic illness and eating difficulties. I have specific training (an Advanced Specialist Diploma in Gender, Sex & Relationship Psychotherapy) and a special interest in working therapeutically with gender diverse (trans), gay and bi people or those who belong to the kink, poly community (kink aware) or sex workers.
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Dr Dorothy Szinay
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Norwich NR9  (Online Only)
You may feel stuck, in need of healing, struggling to find effective coping strategies, dealing with a long-term health condition, or navigating the emotional challenges of ADHD or Autism. You are not alone. Together, we can explore the best ways you can handle difficulties. I use an integrative approach as I believe in using a diverse range of strategies and interventions to support unique needs. In our sessions, I create a warm, non-judgemental and inviting space. My aim is to create a supportive environment for everyone.
You may feel stuck, in need of healing, struggling to find effective coping strategies, dealing with a long-term health condition, or navigating the emotional challenges of ADHD or Autism. You are not alone. Together, we can explore the best ways you can handle difficulties. I use an integrative approach as I believe in using a diverse range of strategies and interventions to support unique needs. In our sessions, I create a warm, non-judgemental and inviting space. My aim is to create a supportive environment for everyone.
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Joyce Catherine Billing
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR12
I am a BACP registered person-centred counsellor and counselling supervisor. I work with young people and adults - age from 11 years old and up. I aim to offer a confidential, safe space and a non-judgemental supportive relationship, hopefully helping you to explore and gain understanding of why you may feel the way you do. This sometimes can mean reviewing and working through past influences and life events and how they may be affecting you in the present. This self-exploration can be an opportunity for personal development and growth, bringing about positive changes in how we feel about ourselves and how we relate to others.
I am a BACP registered person-centred counsellor and counselling supervisor. I work with young people and adults - age from 11 years old and up. I aim to offer a confidential, safe space and a non-judgemental supportive relationship, hopefully helping you to explore and gain understanding of why you may feel the way you do. This sometimes can mean reviewing and working through past influences and life events and how they may be affecting you in the present. This self-exploration can be an opportunity for personal development and growth, bringing about positive changes in how we feel about ourselves and how we relate to others.
01692 666313 View 01692 666313
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Katy Dunne
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwich NR14
Hello I am Katy, I am a registered Dance Movement Psychotherapist working in person in Norwich and online. I work with children and adults both individually and in small groups. Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP)provides a creative means for clients to explore and address difficulties, symptoms and psychological problems. Building a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel seen, valued and safe is really important to me. DMP supports children to self regulate, build confidence and express their feelings and doesn't reply to talking alone to allow for growth and healing.
Hello I am Katy, I am a registered Dance Movement Psychotherapist working in person in Norwich and online. I work with children and adults both individually and in small groups. Dance Movement Psychotherapy (DMP)provides a creative means for clients to explore and address difficulties, symptoms and psychological problems. Building a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship where clients feel seen, valued and safe is really important to me. DMP supports children to self regulate, build confidence and express their feelings and doesn't reply to talking alone to allow for growth and healing.
01603 361137 View 01603 361137
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Dr Aishah Shadi
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Norwich NR2
Services offered: Autism Screening. Autism Diagnosis (from the age of 12 months to adult age). ADHD Screening. ADHD Diagnosis (from the age of 7 Years old to adult age). Combined Autism and ADHD screening. Combined Autism and ADHD Diagnosis. Full Detailed Diagnostic Report. I accept health insurances from (AVIVA and Vitality), I also offer payment plans to help spread the cost.
Services offered: Autism Screening. Autism Diagnosis (from the age of 12 months to adult age). ADHD Screening. ADHD Diagnosis (from the age of 7 Years old to adult age). Combined Autism and ADHD screening. Combined Autism and ADHD Diagnosis. Full Detailed Diagnostic Report. I accept health insurances from (AVIVA and Vitality), I also offer payment plans to help spread the cost.
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Jo Clarke
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR2
Are you fed up of waking up in the morning with a feeling of dread, a churning in your stomach or a tightness in your chest? Are you frustrated from having thoughts going around in your mind, feeling like you're out of control? Are you finding yourself feeling sad and crying more than usual? Do you feel confused and often find yourself asking "what's wrong with me?" Maybe you are experiencing anxiety when faced with challenging situations and people? Counselling can help to support you through this distress and to help you to move forwards with your life.
Are you fed up of waking up in the morning with a feeling of dread, a churning in your stomach or a tightness in your chest? Are you frustrated from having thoughts going around in your mind, feeling like you're out of control? Are you finding yourself feeling sad and crying more than usual? Do you feel confused and often find yourself asking "what's wrong with me?" Maybe you are experiencing anxiety when faced with challenging situations and people? Counselling can help to support you through this distress and to help you to move forwards with your life.
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Elaine Simmonds
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Norwich NR10
The reasons we seek counselling are many and varied. Sometimes there is a sudden loss or trauma, but sometimes there are layers of difficult experiences where one more is too many, and we can become overwhelmed. These may be current events or traumatic experiences from long ago that continue to affect life today. We may begin to distance ourselves from friends and family as we try to make sense of difficult feelings and emotions alone. Perhaps because we don't want to burden others or from unresolved or misplaced feelings of guilt or shame. Reaching out for support can be difficult, but contacting me is easy, please get in touch.
The reasons we seek counselling are many and varied. Sometimes there is a sudden loss or trauma, but sometimes there are layers of difficult experiences where one more is too many, and we can become overwhelmed. These may be current events or traumatic experiences from long ago that continue to affect life today. We may begin to distance ourselves from friends and family as we try to make sense of difficult feelings and emotions alone. Perhaps because we don't want to burden others or from unresolved or misplaced feelings of guilt or shame. Reaching out for support can be difficult, but contacting me is easy, please get in touch.
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Martin Alderton
Counsellor, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR2
We can all at some time in our lives experience painful and traumatic feelings such as loss, depression, anxiety, and bereavement, which can create confusion surrounding the path you are on. Counselling offers a safe, confidential space. Working together we can bring understanding to how your past may be influencing your present thoughts, feelings and behaviours,enabling you to take charge of your life, alleviate your symptoms, help to find and create meaning in your life and develop more fulfilling relationships. Together we can uncover ways in which you can develop your full potential and manifest a whole new way of being.
We can all at some time in our lives experience painful and traumatic feelings such as loss, depression, anxiety, and bereavement, which can create confusion surrounding the path you are on. Counselling offers a safe, confidential space. Working together we can bring understanding to how your past may be influencing your present thoughts, feelings and behaviours,enabling you to take charge of your life, alleviate your symptoms, help to find and create meaning in your life and develop more fulfilling relationships. Together we can uncover ways in which you can develop your full potential and manifest a whole new way of being.
01603 980574 View 01603 980574
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Kathleen Blades
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Drama Therap.
Verified Verified
Norwich NR2
Hello, I’m Kathleen. I offer face to face, walk & talk, and online therapy. I have experience working with people of all ages with many different needs. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space where I actively listen and connect with each individual client.
Hello, I’m Kathleen. I offer face to face, walk & talk, and online therapy. I have experience working with people of all ages with many different needs. I offer a confidential, non-judgemental space where I actively listen and connect with each individual client.
01603 361993 View 01603 361993
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Helen Bowes
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Norwich NR2
I am trained as an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, which means I draw on a range of theories and concepts in our work together. Underpinning my work is my belief that we all have a human desire to feel whole and connected, with ourselves and with others.  Yet, this can seem unreachable. I will help you explore those parts of your experience that may prevent you feeling this way, and always hold in mind how difficult this can be at times. I have experience working with a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, identity and unresolved trauma (including abuse and attachment trauma) .
I am trained as an integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor, which means I draw on a range of theories and concepts in our work together. Underpinning my work is my belief that we all have a human desire to feel whole and connected, with ourselves and with others.  Yet, this can seem unreachable. I will help you explore those parts of your experience that may prevent you feeling this way, and always hold in mind how difficult this can be at times. I have experience working with a variety of issues, such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, identity and unresolved trauma (including abuse and attachment trauma) .
01603 361861 View 01603 361861

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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.