Our expert team of psychologists can help you overcome body image & weight loss challenges.
We can help.
A positive mindset, knowing what motivates you and how to manage obstacles can help you achieve and maintain your weight loss goal.
Motivation to lose weight is the first step in your weight loss journey. Before starting a weight loss program, ask yourself why you want to lose weight and what your ultimate goals are.
There are core self-sabotaging psychological symptoms that can prevent or limit you achieving your weight loss goals. Psychologists have a range of tools and techniques which can target the key issues underlying your weight management difficulties.
Weight loss or Weight management psychology is the process of working with individuals to identify and understand patterns and behaviours that trigger difficulties when trying to lose weight, which may include;
Managing body image issues or trying to lose weight is never an easy journey.
Even though some individuals get quicker results, there is a large percentage of individuals who struggle to achieve the results they desire. Some may think that losing weight is all about eating less and working out more, which is actually not true for everyone. This wrong belief or assumption can result in an individual starting their weight loss journey with the wrong strategy, which produces a negative outcome I.e. “I have failed”.
“Break the Cycle… All weight loss plans and programs work… until they don’t.”
Traditionally when a weight loss program begins – nutritional requirements and exercise regimes are researched extensively and a program is designed to suit each individual. Mindset is not normally considered and can be the missing link needed to achieve your body image & weight loss goals.
“The Body Achieves What The Mind Believes”
“It might be necessary to practice a few simple psychology techniques to help replace less healthy habits. Because food choice are frequently subject to social and emotional factors, it makes sense to use these same factors when learning how to eat better”.
Counselling in Melbourne’s team of General, Clinical Psychologists and Counsellors are experts at assessing how the mind works. They can show you approaches & treatments on how to avoid behavioural triggers & responses that can sabotage your efforts to control your weight and develop healthy eating strategies.
Book an appointment that feels right for you — all our practitioners are compassionate, understanding, and here to truly listen.
In your session, you'll have the space to gently explore whatever you're experiencing, in your own time and in your way.
Together, you and your practitioner will create a personalised support plan, focused on helping you feel more grounded, balanced, and in control.
Some people find clarity in a single session, while others choose ongoing support — there’s no one-size-fits-all, only what feels right for you.
As your journey unfolds, we're here to walk beside you — helping you rediscover calm, confidence, and emotional wellbeing.
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