Support for Binge Eating, Body Image & Eating Disorders
You don’t have to struggle alone.
If you’re feeling stuck in cycles of binge eating, overwhelmed by food worries, or constantly battling how you feel about your body, please know — you’re not alone, and it’s not your fault.
I’m Jess, a registered psychologist and ANZAED-credentialed eating disorder clinician. I specialise in helping people with eating disorders, binge eating, and body image difficulties.
Jessica Pezzato, MSc, CEDC-MH
Registered Psychologist
Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician
How I Can Help
Compassionate, non-judgmental support
Evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT, DBT, Responsive Feeding, Body Image Resiliency)
Tools to reduce binge urges and manage emotions
Strategies to build self-esteem and self-compassion
Support to make peace with food and your body
Why Work With Me?
Specialist Training: Credentialed in eating disorders through ANZAED.
Safe Space: I understand the shame and guilt that can come with food struggles.
Flexible Options: Online Telehealth sessions available Australia-wide.
What To Expect
Our sessions are collaborative — you set the pace. Together, we’ll explore your relationship with food and body image, identify what keeps the cycle going, and build practical, compassionate strategies to move forward.
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Psychological Support for Eating Disorders
Compassionate and Evidence-Based Support for Eating Disorders
Struggling with an eating disorder can feel isolating and overwhelming, but recovery is possible with the right support. At The Thriving Bee Psychology, treatment focuses on providing compassionate, individualized care for those dealing with eating disorders, including binge eating, restrictive eating, and ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder).
Eating disorders often stem from a complex mix of emotional, psychological, and social factors. Whether you feel trapped in a cycle of binge eating, are managing restrictive eating patterns, or are struggling to feel safe around food, this space is dedicated to helping you understand and address these challenges in a way that feels supportive and empowering.
Understanding Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are not just about food; they are deeply tied to emotions, self-perception, and coping mechanisms. Common eating disorders that Jess specializes in include:
Binge Eating Disorder: Episodes of consuming large amounts of food in a short time, accompanied by feelings of guilt, shame, or loss of control.
Restrictive Eating: A pattern of eating very little, avoiding certain food groups, or feeling intense fear about gaining weight.
ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder): Fear or avoidance of certain foods due to sensory sensitivities, past negative experiences, or concerns about texture, taste, or safety.
Each person's experience is unique, and treatment is tailored to meet your specific needs, challenges, and goals.
Treatment Approaches at The Thriving Bee Psychology
Careful consideration is given to choosing approaches that are both evidence-based and adaptable to individual needs. Two of the primary therapeutic approaches used are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E) and Schema Therapy.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Eating Disorders (CBT-E)
CBT-E is a gold-standard treatment for eating disorders and is highly effective in addressing disordered eating patterns. Key focuses include:
Breaking unhelpful cycles such as binge eating, emotional eating, or restrictive eating patterns.
Understanding and challenging distorted beliefs about food, weight, and self-worth.
Developing a balanced, sustainable approach to eating, free from guilt or fear.
CBT-E provides practical tools to help manage triggers, regulate emotions, and regain a sense of control over eating behaviors.
Schema Therapy for Eating Disorders
Schema Therapy delves into the underlying emotional patterns that drive disordered eating behaviors. It works to:
Identify and address deep-rooted schemas, such as perfectionism, fear of failure, or feeling unworthy.
Explore how past experiences and unmet needs contribute to current challenges.
Cultivate self-compassion and emotional resilience, creating healthier ways to cope with life's challenges.
This approach helps uncover the emotional "why" behind disordered eating and supports long-term healing and growth.
Jess Focuses on:
Providing a safe, non-judgmental environment where you feel truly heard.
Offering tailored treatment plans based on your personal experiences, needs, and goals.
Supporting individuals of all ages, from children to adults, with eating disorders and related challenges.
Offering Telehealth psychology services for flexibility and accessibility.
A note on Telehealth
Telehealth sessions allow you to access psychology support from the comfort of your own space. Sessions are conducted face-to-face via Zoom, and you will receive a secure Zoom link before your appointment. You can join from home, work, or any private location where you feel comfortable and can talk openly.
Benefits of Telehealth
• Access support from anywhere in Australia
• Save travel time and reduce stress around getting to appointments
• Often allows faster access to care and more flexibility with appointments
• Can feel more comfortable for some people being in their own environment
Things to Consider
Telehealth is not the right fit for everyone. Some people prefer in-person support, and for certain concerns or situations face-to-face care may be more appropriate. If Telehealth is not safe for a client, I will recommend an in-person referral.
When supporting clients through Telehealth, I also continue to collaborate with other healthcare providers involved in your care where appropriate (such as your GP or other treating professionals) to help ensure you receive well-rounded support, including providers who may be seeing you face-to-face.
Jessica is a dedicated and compassionate registered psychologist specialising in treating ARFID, Feeding Difficulties, Body Image issues, Eating Disorders, Autism, and ADHD. Jessica has experience working with Autism and ADHD, helping children and adults navigate anxiety, social skills, emotional regulation, and executive functioning difficulties. Jessica understands many of the sensory difficulties that neurodivergent children and adults experience, which can also lead to restricted diets. She is passionate about treating Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder and other feeding difficulties in both children and adults, and incorporates therapies such as FBT+UP, CBT-E, CBT-AR, Responsive Feeding Therapy, and Oral Sensory Motor Therapies.
Jessica's approach is empathetic and client-centered. She is committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their feelings and develop resilience. She incorporates games and fun activities into her therapy approach with children.
Jessica has studied in the UK and Australia and she is registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA) and the British Psychological Society (BPS).
Jessica loves languages and is fluent in English, Italian, French, and has studied Spanish, German and Latin. She also loves dogs, reading, and photography.
Jessica Pezzato
Registered Psychologist
BA; MSc.Psych; CEDC
AHPRA Reg: PSY0002443042