Body Image and Eating Difficulties Counselling in Lincoln and Online​ UK

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****Important Information About Eating Disorders****

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I have experience supporting people with eating difficulties and eating disorders, but I cannot provide a diagnosis or offer nutritional support and my service is not a clinical medical service.  

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If you think you may have an eating disorder, it’s important to speak with your GP or a specialist for medical checks and assessment.

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My counselling focuses on early intervention or preventing relapse, offering support, coping strategies, and guidance for a healthier relationship with food and your body.

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If you’re unsure whether this service is right for you, we can discuss your needs together and decide on the best next steps.

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Support for Body Image Concerns, Disordered Eating and Eating Disorders

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Struggling with body image or eating difficulties can deeply affect your confidence, emotional wellbeing, and everyday life. You may experience negative thoughts about your body, unhealthy eating patterns, or compulsive behaviours that are difficult to manage alone.

I offer body image and eating difficulties counselling in Lincoln and online therapy across the UK for teenagers and adults, providing a safe, confidential space to explore your experiences and work towards a healthier relationship with your body, food, and self.

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Understanding Body Image and Eating Difficulties

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Body image concerns can arise from societal pressures, trauma, bullying, or personal experiences, and may lead to disordered eating behaviours such as:

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• Restrictive eating or dieting

• Binge eating

• Emotional eating

• Sensory issues around food

• Compulsive or ritualised eating habits

• Excessive Exercise 

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Eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder, are serious conditions that affect physical and emotional health. Early support can make a significant difference in recovery.    

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Common Signs and Symptoms

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Body image and eating difficulties can show up in various ways:

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Emotional and psychological symptoms:

• Persistent negative thoughts about appearance

• Anxiety or distress related to food, eating, or weight

• Low self-esteem and self-criticism

• Mood swings or irritability

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Behavioural symptoms:

• Avoiding meals or social eating situations

• Restrictive dieting or bingeing

• Compulsive exercising or body-checking

• Secretive eating behaviours

• Avoiding foods due to smell/taste/texture

• Not being aware of hunger signals

• Avoiding eating with others

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Physical symptoms:

• Weight fluctuations

• Fatigue, dizziness, or digestive issues

• Nutritional deficiencies

• Sleep disturbances

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The Impact of Body Image and Eating Difficulties

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These challenges can affect many aspects of life, including:

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• Self-esteem and confidence

• Relationships with family, friends, and peers

• Academic or work performance

• Emotional regulation and stress levels

• Overall physical health and wellbeing

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For teenagers, body image concerns can impact school, social life, and identity development. For adults, eating difficulties may contribute to chronic stress, anxiety, or depression.

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How Counselling Can Help

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Counselling provides a supportive space to explore body image concerns and eating difficulties, develop self-compassion, and build healthier habits and coping strategies.

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Therapeutic approaches may include:

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• Exploring underlying causes of body dissatisfaction and disordered eating

• Understanding emotional triggers and thought patterns

• Developing self-compassion and resilience

• Learning practical coping strategies for food, body image, and emotions

• Supporting healthier relationship with food and self

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I use an integrative counselling approach, drawing on CBT, person-centred therapy, DBT, psychotherapy, and creative methods where appropriate.

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Body Image and Eating Difficulties Counselling for Teenagers

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Teenagers often face unique pressures related to body image, social media, peer influence, and identity development. I offer counselling for teenagers struggling with body image or disordered eating, providing a safe space to explore emotions, develop coping skills, and foster self-acceptance.

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Body Image and Eating Difficulties Counselling in Lincoln and Online UK

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I provide face-to-face counselling in Lincoln as well as online therapy, making support accessible wherever you are. Online counselling can be especially useful if anxiety, confidence, or scheduling makes attending in person challenging.

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Take the First Step

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If body image concerns or eating difficulties are affecting your life, counselling can help you develop a healthier relationship with yourself, food, and your body.

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I also work at a charity called First Steps ED and have a vaste experience of working with people with disordered eating behaviours, focusing on body image, self esteem, negative thought patterns, safe vs unsafe foods and much more.  

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As a starting point, I absolutely love the Dove campaigns which focus on body image.  

Please give this a watch: 

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSWanX7UTVk

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If you are looking for a body image and eating difficulties early intervention / prevent relapse counsellor in Lincoln or online therapy, you are welcome to get in touch to find out more or arrange an initial enquiry.