For many years working both at the university and in a practice in Edinburgh, UK, I have specialised in helping women and men overcome eating distress and concerns, getting to the bottom of what may be triggering this relationship with food.
Our team has developed extensive expertise in managing and treating various mental disorders and conditions. We understand that living with a mental health condition can present significant challenges, affecting every aspect of your life, from interpersonal relationships and work performance to overall self-esteem and wellbeing. These challenges can often lead to feelings of confusion, frustration, and sometimes feelings of despair.
Our mental health services play a crucial role in providing the necessary support, empathy, and therapeutic interventions required to navigate these conditions. We utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches tailored to each individual's unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, and other evidence-based interventions. Our treatments aim to help you understand the nature of your condition, manage your symptoms, develop healthier coping mechanisms, improve your interpersonal relationships, and enhance your overall quality of life.
Our aim is to help you navigate life with a mental health condition, not just manage, but truly thrive. We believe that everyone deserves the chance to live their best life, and we're committed to helping you overcome the challenges posed by your condition and achieve your full potential.
We look forward to the opportunity to work with you and help you navigate your journey with a mental health condition. Remember, you're not alone; we're here to guide you every step of the way.
By finding root cause of your eating disorders, we can change from the deep subconscious roots and clear your negative self talks and beliefs, and reprogramm your subconscious mind with positive self talks and beliefs, and with better eating habits, using hypnotherapy, mediation and energy healing.
Hypnosis is an excellent complement to any existing medical protocol when dealing with disorders. Working with you in a non-invasive way, it can assist with identifying and resolving some of the emotional reasons behind why this issue is there and what you can do to change it.
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, Licensed & Registered Creative Arts Therapist
Creative Arts Therapy is a powerful specialty which provides us to express our subconscious in a safe and easy way. Since the subconscious is a great power that directs our behaviours, on eating disorder issues, CAT is very effective and gives great results.
Clients with eating disorders see me for counselling, to help them cope with what is often a traumatic past. In treatment, I help clients to better navigate the challenges of healthy eating with the underlying painful feelings associated with trauma memories.
Do you feel that controlling your eating habits is the only thing you have control over? Do you feel like you're withdrawing from socializing or taking part in your hobbies? Do you find yourself often distracted by food noise? Let's connect for a free 15-minute consultation.
Disorganized eating, binge eating or restriction are all resolvable with the right understanding of where it is stemming from. Let's take a closer look and help you heal the relationship you have with food.
Our eating disorders therapy provides comprehensive support for individuals struggling with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, and other eating disorders. We offer evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Family-Based Therapy (FBT), focusing on restoring healthy eating patterns and addressing underlying psychological issues. Our goal is to support recovery, improve self-esteem, and enhance overall well-being.
We work with clients to resolve issues relating to relationship distress, self-criticism, perfectionism, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, psychosis, autism, addictions, disordered eating, and body image concerns.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RSW, Psychotherapist
As a psychotherapist, I chose to work with eating disorders because I recognize it has the profound impact on an individual's mental health and well-being. Trauma can cause a range of emotional and psychological symptoms, including eating disorders. Individuals who have experienced trauma may develop an unhealthy relationship with food as a way of coping with their emotions or regaining a sense of control. I believe that by addressing the underlying trauma, individuals can begin to heal and develop a more positive relationship with their body and food. Through therapy, I work collaboratively with my clients to explore their thoughts and feelings about their eating disorder and develop new coping strategies to manage their symptoms. I am committed to providing a safe and supportive space where my clients can feel heard and understood, and I am dedicated to helping them on their path towards healing and recovery.
Reclaim your life & finally feel at peace with your body and mind. Do you feel like you are... Obsessed with what you eat and tracking your calories? Constantly trying new diets or ways of restricting your food intake? Anxious at the thought of eating in front of others? Stuck in the cycle of binging following by deep feelings of shame? Eating disorders are often rooted in trauma, and as a certified trauma treatment professional we understand the deep work that it takes to treat these disorders. You deserve to feel at peace with yourself and not let your relationship with your body and food control your life. Book a free consult today.
Registered Psychotherapist, Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (Psychology: Brain & Cognition; Family and Child Studies), Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology
I am passionate about working with individuals who struggle with disordered eating, exercise, and body image. I support folks in recovering from binge eating, vomiting, laxative use, restriction, compulsive overexercising, and more. These all-consuming thoughts and behaviours do not need to define you.
If you are struggling with Eating disorders, body dysmorphia, or poor self-image we can collaborate to find the links and the root cause. We will work together to sort out triggers and gain strategies to cope with daily struggles.
Dr. Burgess has extensive experience providing therapy for individuals with eating disorders including: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. She has extensive training in treatment approaches for eating disorders including radically-open dialectical behaviour therapy (RO-DBT), dialectical behaviour therapy(DBT), cognitive behavioural therapy, mindfulness and self-compassion approaches, and motivational interviewing. She will work with you to identify the treatment approach that is most suited for your needs and preferences. Dr. Burgess has also published numerous peer-reviewed articles in the area of eating and weight disorders, presented internationally on this topic, and received awards for her research in this field.
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) in Ontario, registration no. 13745
If you or a loved one is struggling with disordered eating, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for healing and recovery.
Eating disorders are complex conditions that affect both the body and mind. They can lead to severe physical and emotional consequences, impacting every aspect of a person's life. With my expertise and deep understanding of eating disorders, I offer personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.
Using evidence-based approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), I work collaboratively with you to address the underlying factors contributing to your eating disorder. Together, we'll explore the complex relationship between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors around food, body image, and self-esteem.
My goal is to support you in developing a healthier relationship with food, your body, and yourself. I provide a judgment-free and empathetic space where we can address the underlying issues, challenge distorted beliefs, and develop practical skills to manage triggers and navigate recovery.
Recovering from an eating disorder is a journey, and I am committed to walking alongside you every step of the way. Together, we'll work towards lasting change, self-acceptance, and a renewed sense of well-being.
If you're ready to embark on the path to recovery and reclaim your life from the grips of an eating disorder, please reach out to schedule a consultation. I am here to support and guide you towards a healthier and happier future.
At Bright Start Bright Future, I specialize in providing therapy for individuals struggling with eating disorders. Eating disorders can have a profound impact on both physical and mental health, but with the right support, recovery is possible.
In our sessions, I create a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore the underlying factors contributing to your eating disorder. Together, we'll work to understand your relationship with food, address distorted beliefs and thoughts, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
My approach to treating eating disorders is holistic, addressing not only the symptoms but also the underlying emotional and psychological factors. I use evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness-Based Interventions to help you develop a healthier relationship with food and your body.
Recovery from an eating disorder is a journey, but you don't have to travel it alone. I'm here to provide you with the support, guidance, and tools you need to overcome your eating disorder and live a life free from its grip. If you're ready to take the first step towards recovery, I'm here to help you every step of the way.
7 Years Experience
(Not available in-person)
