BodyMatters Australasia provides counselling and treatment for eating and dieting disorders, body image issues and problematic exercise. Our team of experienced therapists deliver treatment that is industry leading and best practice. If you are suffering from disordered eating, want to improve your relationship with your food and/ or exercise, or are concerned about a loved one exhibiting any of these concerns, we can help you. We offer a range of customised services including counselling, support groups, and events.

Eating Disorder Support in Canberra

As we, BodyMatters Australasia, continue to establish our presence in Canberra, we’re proud to reinforce our commitment to providing...

March 27

Why can’t I stop binge eating? Food on the brain

Have you ever wondered why diets don’t work? Why you can’t stop binge eating? You may be tempted to...

May 22

Managing binge eating with distress tolerance

By Deborah Etienne Ward Much of the time binge eating episodes occur following the experience of distress and negative emotions....

March 24

Why my diet isn’t working

By Deborah Etienne-Ward Height is largely determined by our genetics. Similarly, genetics also plays a large role in determining our...

November 12

Do “cheat meals” encourage binge eating?

By Madalyn Oliver Depending on who you ask, the definition of a “cheat meal” will vary. However, for the...

January 19
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Four quick tips to reduce binge eating

By Deborah Etienne-Ward Much of the time binge eating episodes occur following the experience of distress and negative emotions....

August 18

Starvation strikes! (trigger warning: graphic images)

By therapist Sarah McMahon Ancel Keys’ “Great Starvation Study” provides invaluable feedback when understanding the impact of starvation on...

November 25

Why low carb diets don’t work

by therapist Kellie Hodder Carbohydrates have a bad reputation in the dieting world as an enemy of weight loss....

November 14
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6 Steps to Prevent a Binge

By BodyMatters therapist Sarah McMahon Preventing a binge begins long before the binge trigger & experience. Preventing a binge...

September 23

Why do we binge eat around menstruation?

Psychologist Sarah McMahon talks about this significant issue for so many females! Binge eating and menstruation are two separate...

July 22