Children and Teenagers
NHS statistics show that 12.3% of children and teenagers aged 11-16 show signs of having an eating disorder. The percentage rises to an alarming 59.4% for 17-19-year-olds!
Early intervention can make recovery from an eating disorder much quicker and easier. We work with children from the age of 4 to help them before their eating disorder can become too entrenched.
We understand how difficult it is to see your child struggle. Our compassionate team is dedicated to walking this journey with you, ensuring your child’s well-being and peace of mind for your entire family.
You And Your Child Are In Safe Hands
We understand that recognising an eating disorder in your child can be overwhelming and confusing. Knowing where to turn and understanding treatment options can be really hard.
We specialise in treating children from the age of 4. We work with all eating disorders, with ARFID, Anorexia, and Binge Eating Disorder being the most common.
Don’t hesitate to get in touch—our compassionate team is ready to listen and guide you towards the best path for your child’s long-term recovery.
Why Early Intervention Matters for Your Child’s Recovery
Most eating disorders develop as a way for us to cope with difficult emotions, and this coping mechanism can become deeply ingrained over time. ARFID is an exception, often linked to neurodivergence.
Early intervention is crucial because it allows us to help your child transition from using food as a coping strategy to healthier ways of managing emotions. By seeking help early, you can avoid long waits and give your child the best chance at a full, happy life.
What Does Treatment Involve?
Like all of our services, we will personalise your child’s treatment to them. This includes taking their age and developmental stage into account, as well as their personal preferences.
We use creative therapies, such as play therapy and expressive art activities, to help younger children process emotions and reduce fear around food.
For older children and teenagers, we combine gold-standard treatments like CBT-E and MANTRA with tailored approaches to resolve underlying causes.
Clients attend weekly therapy sessions with a specialist therapist. If you or we (with your consent) feel that your child may also benefit from seeing a dietitian, we can include that as part of their treatment.
Including You in Recovery
Watching your child struggle with an eating disorder is heartbreaking and overwhelming.
We understand that you are desperate to help but often receive conflicting advice, making it difficult to know what’s best.
You’ll be included in the treatment process. Our compassionate team will help to guide you through this confusing time, helping you understand how to support your child effectively on their path to recovery.
Starting Your Child’s Recovery Journey
We know how overwhelming it can be to seek help for your child. Our goal is to make the process as easy and supportive as possible. Here’s how to begin your child’s recovery with us:
Initial Contact: Reach out in whichever way you feel most comfortable. We’ll take your details and answer any questions you have about your child’s care.
Arrange an Initial Consultation: We’ll arrange a free initial consultation, typically within 1-2 weeks.
Admin Form: We’ll email you a form to complete before the consultation.
The Initial Consultation: During the consultation, we’ll assess whether our services suit your child. It’s also an opportunity for you and your child to ask any questions you have. We want you to leave the consultation feeling confident that we can help.
Begin Treatment: We’ll arrange the first therapy session, which marks the start of their journey to recovery.