Feelings around eating
You may want space to talk about worry, shame or difficult feelings connected with food. Ask the practitioner how they assess suitability and what experience they have with your particular concern.
Online support for eating difficulties
When thoughts about food, eating or your body take up a lot of space, it can be hard to explain how you feel. You can ask for support without having everything worked out.
Explore practitioners who list this area of support, check their relevant experience and discuss whether their approach fits your needs. Our team can help you consider an appropriate next step.
Online support across the UK · from £40 · Confirm suitability and availability before booking.
If you think you may have an eating disorder, see your GP as soon as you can. They can assess your physical and mental health and arrange specialist support. General counselling is not a replacement for eating disorder assessment, physical health monitoring or specialist treatment.
Finding appropriate support
Body image and self-worth
Concerns about appearance or how you feel in your body may affect daily life. You can explore these experiences with a practitioner who has relevant training and discuss any other support you need.
Support alongside treatment
If you already have an eating disorder team or other healthcare support, tell your practitioner. Discuss how any additional counselling would fit with the treatment plan and who coordinates your care.
What talking support may involve
Depending on your needs and the practitioner’s approach, sessions may explore thoughts, feelings, relationships and the impact of eating difficulties on your life. You can discuss what you would like help with and what they can appropriately offer.
Ask about specific training and experience. A listing in this category does not establish that a practitioner provides specialist treatment for every eating disorder.
Assessment and specialist care
Eating disorders can affect physical health as well as emotional wellbeing. Treatment may involve specialist talking therapy, medical monitoring and nutritional support, depending on the assessment.
If you are concerned, speak with your GP rather than waiting for an enquiry reply. They can help you access an appropriate service. Online sessions may be unsuitable for some needs and should be considered as part of an appropriate care plan.
Find a practitioner for eating difficulties support
Read about relevant training, experience and current fees. Confirm the specific concerns and ages the practitioner works with, and whether their support is suitable before booking.
3 therapists listed. Confirm suitability, session length and availability with your chosen provider.
Hannah French
Psychotherapist & Hypnotherapist
An individual approach to exploring anxiety, low mood and emotional wellbeing.
From £48
individual session
Caroline Sanders
Person-Centred Counsellor
Warm, non-judgemental person-centred counselling to explore your thoughts and feelings and understand yourself better. Caroline welcomes people from all backgrounds, with understanding informed by her lived experience as a queer woman with ADHD.
From £40
individual session
Edyta Fratczak
Integrative & Person-Centred Counsellor
Warm, person-centred support with anxiety, low mood, confidence, grief and life changes, shaped around your needs and pace.
From £40
individual session
A simple way to get started
- Explore a profile. Read about the practitioner’s approach, experience, fees and session options.
- Ask questions. Contact us if you would like help choosing. A free consultation is with an advisor who can discuss suitable therapists; it does not commit you to paid sessions.
- Agree your next step. Confirm suitability, session arrangements and applicable terms with your chosen provider before booking.
Questions about eating difficulties support
Can I enquire if I do not have a diagnosis?
Yes. You can ask about support with your concerns without a diagnosis. If you think you may have an eating disorder, see your GP as soon as you can so they can assess your health and discuss specialist care.
Do all practitioners provide eating disorder treatment?
No. Experience, qualifications and scope vary. Ask specifically about the practitioner’s training and how they would work with your needs. General counselling should not be assumed to provide specialist eating disorder treatment.
Can I use counselling alongside an existing treatment plan?
Discuss this with your treating team and the practitioner before starting. Agree how any additional support fits with your care and whether coordination between services is appropriate.
Is online support suitable for everyone?
No. Suitability depends on your circumstances, physical health and treatment needs. A practitioner may recommend specialist or in-person support. Medical monitoring cannot be replaced by an online counselling session.
How much does support cost?
Currently listed individual fees are £40–£48. Fees and session lengths vary. Confirm current details and suitability before booking; making an enquiry is free.
What should I include in the enquiry?
Choose the option closest to your concern and tell us how you would like to be contacted. You do not need to send weight details, food records or a detailed history through this form.
Related support
- Anxiety, stress & overthinking therapy
- Self-esteem & confidence therapy
- Explore all therapists and areas of support
You can discuss overlapping concerns while making sure any specialist care needs are addressed.
Further information
Read the NHS information about eating disorders and getting help and supporting someone with an eating disorder.
This enquiry form is not an urgent support service. If you need urgent mental health help, please use the NHS guidance on getting urgent help.
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Tell us how you would like to be contacted. We can start by text or WhatsApp, or talk by phone about eating difficulties and finding suitable support.
You don’t need to explain everything here, or have a diagnosis. The short questions help us respond in a way that suits you.
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Therapists’ services and qualifications vary. Check the individual profile before booking. This directory does not provide emergency support.