Eating and body image

Find support services that offer guidance, connection, and resources for managing eating challenges and EDs.

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Support services for managing eating challenges and EDs

Below, you’ll find support services that offer information, counselling, and referrals to local services in your area.

Butterfly provides free and confidential support for people affected by eating disorders and body image concerns via phone, online chat, email, and online self-help resources.

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA)

EDFA provides free online support groups, learning resources, and one-to-one video counselling for friends and families of individuals experiencing an eating disorder (ED).

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Use the Lifeline Service Finder to search for more local and national services available to help support you.

Lifeline Service Finder

Lifeline's Service Finder is an online directory of free or low-cost health and community services in Australia. Search for GPs, counsellors, and much more.

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