Eating Disorder Awareness week 2024 runs from 26th Feb to 3rd March and this year it’s focus is on Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, otherwise know as ARFID. it affects people of all ages in different declinations as some people may have an increased sensory aversion to certain foods, others might be afraid of the adverse consequences of food intake or lack of interest for food. #wearenotbeingfussy
Read MoreIn our final blog of our mini series looking at and understanding co-occuring disorders, we take a look at the relationship between trauma and disordered eating and why processing past trauma is essential in order to live a life free of disordered eating and PTSD symptoms. With the right support, the journey towards healing is never impossible.
Read MoreIt’s hard to believe ten years has past since The London Centre for Eating Disorders and Body Image first threw open it’s doors. In this very special blog, our Founder and Clinical Director, Dr Bryony Bamford, celebrates and reflects on the past 10 years, what she has learnt personally, how far the clinic has come and the many thousands of clients who we’ve supported over this time. Thank you for being part of our journey!
Read MoreIn this blog, we focus on the intricate link between OCD and Eating Disorders: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment. Understanding how and why these disorders co-occur is crucial to achieving long lasting recovery and improved mental wellbeing.
Read MoreMany blogs at this time of year, focus on the sufferer. The London Centre wants to shine a light on all the families, carers and friends who have a loved one suffering with an Eating Disorder, both in terms of supporting their loved one, but also in terms of their own coping. The importance of caregiver and family support is gaining recognition within Eating Disorder services, however it remains an incredibly difficult road to navigate, and Christmas is by no means an exception
Read MoreEating disorders and major depressive disorder (MDD) are two mental health conditions that often co-occur and interact in complex ways. Understanding the signs, symptoms, and treatment options for these disorders is crucial for providing effective care to individuals who may be struggling. In this blog, we will explore the connection between eating disorders and MDD, their common signs and symptoms, and approaches to treatment.
Read MoreGeneralised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is a common co-morbid condition observed in individuals with disordered eating. Understanding the signs, symptoms and treatment options is a significant step toward a holistic approach to wellness.
Read MoreIn the next series of blogs we will take a look at a number of co-morbidities including Anxiety, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and PTSD, exploring the symptoms of each, how and why they may co-occur with disordered eating, and how treatment may need to be adjusted to address not only the eating disorder but the comorbidity as well.
Read MoreThis week is our final blog in our Psychotherapy mini-series, we hope you’ve found it useful! Remember to revisit these tips and tricks regularly as they are valid all year round, not just at Summer! This week we are looking at boundaries and how to navigate them in recovery…
Read MoreThis week, in our mini blog series, our Psychotherapist Lauren Aron explores the theme of shame and what you can do to help validate your emotions, foster self-compassion and overcome feelings of shame…
Read MoreWelcome back to our mini series of blogs brought to you by our Psychotherapist Lauren Aron. This week we are looking at how we can help calm ourselves in moments of anxiety...read on for techniques and strategies to help you find peace in a fast-paced world...
Read MoreThis summer we are running a mini series of short blogs to bring you some top tips and tricks on looking after your mental wellbeing during recovery, from our Psychotherapist Lauren Aron. We will be posting a mini-blog each week for the next month so make sure you come back weekly for your next installment!
To kick off, we are looking at body positivity. Here are some helpful strategies to help you focus on your own unique qualities by pushing those negative thoughts aside and reminding yourself to be kind and compassionate to yourself. Remember to talk to yourself as you would talk to a friend, it’s a marathon not a sprint! :)
Read MoreThis month is pride month, a month dedicated to the celebration and commemoration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender pride. Whilst this is a month of celebration, it is also a month dedicated to fighting for equality. In line with this, we wanted to turn our attention both to the inequality that has existed for many LGBTQIA+ people within the field of eating disorders, but also to the role that disordered eating may play for those questioning their gender or sexuality.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce the addition of 2 new team members, Dr Kristin Bohn and Dr Susie Greenwood. Both highly skilled professionals in the field of eating disorders and body image. Welcome to the team Kristin and Susie!
Read MoreWe are so excited to announce the opening of our new Hertford clinic, headed up by Dr. Hayley Dolan and offering face to face sessions to children, adolescents and young adults with eating disorders in Hertfordshire and the surrounding area.
Read MoreEating Disorder Awareness week 2023 runs from 25th Feb to 5th March and this year it’s focus is on Eating Disorders in Men. Around 1 in 3 people with eating disorders are men. And yet in 2023, their symptoms can still go unnoticed by those around them — and many will suffer in silence.
Read MoreRecently The London Centre welcomed Cliona Brennan to the team. Cliona is a specialist Child and Adolescent (C&A) Dietitian. Read our blog on what to expect from C&A Dietetics and how The London Centre could help you.
Read MoreLast month, we focussed our blog on managing Christmas with an eating disorder, a time that many people suffering with disordered eating can find extremely difficult. It is safe to say though that January can be just as challenging.
The London Centre team have pulled together some top tips in our January blog for managing the new year with an eating disorder.
Read MoreManaging Christmas when you have an eating disorder can be extremely stressful. The London Centre team have pulled together some top tips to help get you through the festive season. Use your support network, plan in advance, plan distractions and remember it’s ok to struggle!
Read MoreConcerned about what it means to see a Trainee Psychologist? Read our latest blog to understand more about working with a Trainee and why it’s a brilliant way of accessing the knowledge and experience of a senior Clinician on a limited budget.
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