Therapy for Eating Disorders in Melbourne

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that affect a person’s relationship with food, body image, and self-worth. They can impact both physical and emotional well-being and often coexist with anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem.

Common eating disorders include:

• Anorexia Nervosa – Restricting food intake due to intense fear of weight gain

• Bulimia Nervosa – Binge eating followed by purging through vomiting, excessive exercise, or laxatives

• Binge Eating Disorder – Repeated episodes of consuming large amounts of food, often with distress

• Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) – Extreme food aversions or avoidance impacting nutrition

How We Can Help

At Toolbox Clinic, we provide a compassionate, non-judgmental space for individuals struggling with eating disorders. Our experienced psychologists use evidence-based approaches to help you rebuild a healthier relationship with food and body image.

Our therapeutic approaches include:

• Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) – Challenging unhelpful thoughts and behaviours around food

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Strengthening self-acceptance and values-based living

• Self-Compassion Therapy – Reducing self-criticism and fostering kindness towards yourself

• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) – Processing emotions related to food, control, and self-image

• Family-Based Therapy – Supporting families in helping loved ones recover