Therapy For Adults With Eating Disorders.

We support adults in rebuilding a healthy relationship with food, body image and self-worth.

The Bigger Picture

Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions. They are not about vanity or willpower — they’re complex illnesses that affect the body, emotions and daily life.

For adults, eating disorders can take many forms, including restricting food, binge eating, purging or compulsive exercise. These behaviours often develop as ways to cope with stress, anxiety or difficult emotions. Over time, they can impact health, relationships and self-esteem.

Recovery is possible. With the right support, people can break unhelpful patterns, heal their relationship with food and reconnect with what matters most.

Understanding Eating Disorders.

Eating disorders may show up in different ways, such as:

Preoccupation with food, weight or body shape
Strict food rules or avoidance of entire food groups
Episodes of binge eating, with or without purging
Compulsive exercise despite exhaustion or injury
Physical changes, low energy or health complications
Withdrawing from social situations involving food

These behaviours don’t reflect weakness. They signal that something deeper is going on. Therapy helps address the underlying challenges and supports healthier coping strategies.

**How Therapy Helps.**

At Unbound Minds, we take a compassionate, evidence-based approach to eating disorder treatment, tailored to each person’s needs.

Support can include:

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Addresses unhelpful beliefs around food, weight and self-image.
Enhanced CBT (CBT-E): A specialised therapy for eating disorders that targets both symptoms and underlying concerns.
Nutritional Guidance and Psychoeducation: Helps clients understand the physical and emotional impacts of disordered eating.
Emotion Regulation and Coping Skills: Provides healthier ways to manage stress, anxiety and difficult feelings.
Relapse Prevention Planning: Builds strategies for long-term recovery and resilience.
Family or Relationship Support: Where helpful, involving loved ones to create stronger support networks.

We also work collaboratively with GPs, dietitians and psychiatrists when a team approach is needed for recovery.

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Your Questions, Answered.

Eating disorders are complex and can affect both physical and emotional health. Many adults wonder how therapy helps, what to expect in sessions, and whether recovery is possible. At Unbound Minds, we support people in understanding their relationship with food, body image, and emotions. Below are some of the most common questions people ask us.

How does Unbound Minds support adults with eating disorders?

We provide a safe, non-judgemental space to talk about your relationship with food, body image, and emotions. Our psychologists use evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and other therapies suited to your needs, and we collaborate with medical professionals where appropriate to ensure safety and holistic care.

Do you focus only on food behaviours?

No. While food and eating patterns are part of the picture, we also explore the underlying thoughts, feelings, and life experiences that contribute to the disorder. Addressing both behaviour and the emotional drivers behind it makes support more meaningful.

How can I tell if my eating patterns are becoming a problem?

It may be time to seek help if eating habits feel rigid or controlling, if weight or body image concerns dominate your thoughts, or if your health, mood, or relationships are being affected. You don’t need to wait until things feel critical to reach out.

What can I expect in therapy for an eating disorder?

Therapy is collaborative and paced around your comfort and readiness for change. We’ll work together to understand your patterns, introduce practical strategies, and build coping tools that support both physical and emotional wellbeing.

Can therapy still help if I’ve lived with an eating disorder for many years?

Yes. Even if the problem has been long-standing, therapy can offer new perspectives and strategies to reduce its impact. Support can help you find healthier ways of coping and reconnecting with the things that matter to you.

Take TheFirst Step.

If you’re struggling with an eating disorder, you don’t have to face it alone. Reaching out is a powerful first step toward healing and recovery.

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Unbound Minds provides general mental health information and professional psychological services. This website is not a substitute for personalised medical or mental health advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or require urgent support, please contact Lifeline on 13 11 14 or seek help from your nearest emergency service.