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At Eating Disorders Australia (EDA), we are dedicated to supporting individuals in recovery, the carers who walk alongside them, and the professionals working to create lasting change.

Caring for someone with an eating disorder is a challenging journey, and too often, carers feel isolated, misunderstood, and overwhelmed. We believe carers deserve not only recognition for their vital role but also the knowledge, tools, and support to navigate this journey with confidence. Recovery is possible, and it doesn’t have to be a heartbreaking or discouraging experience. Our online courses provide carers with the education and guidance they need to support their loved one—while also prioritising their own well-being.

For mental health and allied health professionals, we offer specialised training in the foundations of working with eating disorders, the intersection of trauma and disordered eating, and understanding the complexities of neurodiversity in eating disorder treatment. These professional development courses are designed to build confidence, deepen understanding, and enhance the skills needed to support individuals in recovery effectively.

Whether you are supporting a loved one, seeking help for yourself, or working in the field, Eating Disorders Australia is here to provide compassionate, evidence-based education and support.

Click on the links below to learn more about the support we offer:
➡ For those in recovery 

➡ For carers
➡ For health professionals

At Eating Disorders Australia, we understand that navigating recovery—whether for yourself, a loved one, or as a professional—is complex and deeply personal. That’s why we offer compassionate support tailored to your needs.

💜 If you're looking to heal your relationship with food and your body, we provide online counselling in a safe, understanding space where you can explore your experiences, build confidence, and work towards recovery at your own pace.

💜 If you're a carer supporting a loved one, we know how overwhelming and isolating this journey can feel. Our support and coaching services are here to help you feel more confident, informed, and empowered in your role—while also making sure you have the space to care for yourself.

💜 If you're a mental health professional, we offer professional development webinars to deepen your understanding of eating disorders, trauma, and neurodiversity in treatment. We also provide individual supervision to support your work in this area.

Wherever you are in this journey, you’re not alone—and we’re here to help. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 💜

Alyssa has worked in the mental health industry for over 10 years. She has studied psychology while also working at Lifeline as a crisis supporter, mentor and facilitator. During her time there she learnt the importance of providing a listening ear and understanding to the many crises people are facing. She also witnessed the benefits of having someone recognise your struggle and encouraging you to keep moving forward. 

At one stage, she was a carer for a friend with an eating disorder. This experience unveiled the lack of understanding about eating disorders that is present today. Her own lack of knowledge and difficulty in finding people who did understand recovery meant that the stigma around her friend's eating disorder became stronger and the eating disorder burrowed deeper. It's not easy caring for someone experiencing an eating disorder and it's made harder when support is hard to find. Her interest in this area was born because of this experience and after finishing her Masters in Counselling, she joined the Butterfly Foundation as a counsellor providing support to people with lived experience, their carers and health professionals.

At Butterfly, she also worked as a support group facilitator, online carers facilitator and as a therapist in the Intensive Outpatient (IOP) program. She has witnessed the need for all carers (regardless of their exact role) to be given adequate information, guidance and support. Carers are an extremely important part of the puzzle of recovery and recognition of this is vital. Eating Disorders Australia (EDA) was therefore born out of wanting to give carers regular access to online courses and other support services that can be accessed from anywhere in Australia. 

Since then Eating Disorders Australia has continued to grow and meet the needs of all those impacted by eating disorders including those looking for individual support and health professionals.