Gledswood Hills, Kingswood and online
Therapy for young people with eating disorders.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm, or leave a message and we’ll call you back.
We’re away from the phones right now. Send an enquiry and we’ll get back to you by the next business morning.
- No GP referral needed to book
- Medicare rebates with a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan
- NDIS and WorkCover clients welcome
What it can look like.
Eating disorders are serious mental health conditions that affect how young people think about food, body image and self-worth. They’re not a choice, and they often develop from a mix of biological, psychological and social factors. You don’t need to wait until things feel critical to reach out.
- Strict food rules or rituals around eating
- Rapid changes in weight
- Excessive exercise or preoccupation with body shape
- Skipping meals, binge eating or purging
- Pulling away from friends or activities they once enjoyed
These behaviours can put real strain on a young person’s body and mind. They’re a sign that something underneath needs care.
How we approach eating disorders
Our psychologists use approaches grounded in evidence, and work with your child’s GP, dietitian and other health professionals.
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Understanding your child’s experience
Your psychologist starts with what’s going on for your child, including their eating patterns, thoughts about food and body, and how things are at home and school. You’ll talk about what brought you here and what you’d like to change.
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Choosing an approach together
Your psychologist explains the options and why they might suit your child, then you agree on a plan together.
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Reviewing the plan together
Along the way, your psychologist checks progress with you and your child, using measures chosen for your child and what they’re working on, and adjusts the plan if needed.
What support can include
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Looks at unhelpful thoughts about food, weight and self-image.
- Family-Based Treatment (FBT) Involves parents directly in supporting their child’s eating.
- Psychoeducation Helps families understand the emotional and physical effects of eating disorders, alongside advice from your child’s GP and dietitian.
- Emotion regulation and coping skills Other ways to handle stress, anxiety and difficult feelings.
- Strengths-based identity work Helps young people connect with who they are beyond the eating disorder.
Who you’ll see
A psychologist who fits.
You’ll see one of our 25+ psychologists, at Gledswood Hills, Kingswood or online. All our psychologists are registered with AHPRA.
Depth behind the person you see
Your child sees one psychologist. Behind them is a practice that invests in what they know: training through the year, supervision built in, and time set aside to keep up with the research.
Trained for the work in front of them
Our psychologists train through the year, and we train together when we take on a new approach.
Enough of us to match your child properly
With 25+ psychologists, we can put your child with someone who works with their age, what’s going on, and how they like to work.
Keeping up, on purpose
New research, new frameworks and new tools get tested against what we already do. What earns its place stays.
If something isn’t working.
Tell us, or tell your psychologist. Here’s what can happen next.
Ask for a different psychologist
We aim to get it right first time. If not, tell us and we’ll match you with someone else. No reason needed, and you won’t have to start over.
Talk it through with your psychologist
Your psychologist reviews the plan with you, and can talk your care through in supervision. All our psychologists work with regular supervision and shared clinical standards.
Wondering about medication?
If medication might be worth considering, we can write to your GP or paediatrician with what we’ve found, with your consent.
Before you book.
Where
Two locations, or online
See your psychologist in person at Gledswood Hills or Kingswood, or have your sessions online.
Fees and rebates
Medicare
No GP referral needed to book. With a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan, we process your Medicare rebate on the spot, and it’s usually paid into your account within 24–48 hours.
Funding
NDIS and WorkCover
NDIS and WorkCover clients welcome.
Questions parents ask.
Can’t see yours? Our Client Care team can help on 1300 151 110.
How does Unbound Minds support children with eating disorders?
We take a team-based approach. Our psychologists provide therapy focused on thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, while working alongside medical professionals to ensure safety. We also involve parents throughout so the whole family feels supported.
Do you work with parents directly in eating disorder treatment?
Yes. Parents play a vital role. We help you understand the eating disorder, guide you in responding at mealtimes and support you through the emotional impact on the family, with practical strategies to use at home.
What signs might suggest my child is developing an eating disorder?
Warning signs include sudden weight changes, strict food rules, avoiding meals, frequent bathroom trips after eating, or increased exercise. Emotional signs can include irritability, withdrawal, or anxiety around food. If you notice several of these changes, it’s worth seeking professional advice.
What should I do if my child refuses to eat or avoids family meals?
Stay calm and avoid turning mealtimes into battles. Gently encourage eating together and show support without criticism. At Unbound Minds, we guide parents on how to respond constructively and ensure a coordinated plan with health professionals.
Are eating disorders just about food?
No. Eating disorders are often linked to how children manage emotions, cope with stress, or see themselves. Focusing only on food overlooks the bigger picture. Our therapy addresses both the behaviours around eating and the underlying thoughts and feelings that drive them.
Start with a phone call.
We’ll listen, ask a few questions and match your child with a psychologist who fits.
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4:30pm, or leave a message and we’ll call you back.
We’re away from the phones right now. Send an enquiry and we’ll get back to you by the next business morning.
Locations
Gledswood HillsLevel 2, 25/13 Digitaria Drive, Gledswood Hills. We call from (02) 8319 1945.
KingswoodLevel 3, 302/13 Barber Avenue, Kingswood. We call from (02) 8528 4620.
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