Binge eating support in Mentone and by telehealth

Hypfocus Therapies offers compassionate, non-judgemental hypnotherapy and counselling support for adults who struggle with binge eating. Sessions are with Georgina Mitchell in Mentone or by telehealth anywhere in Australia. This is support alongside your GP and treatment team, not eating-disorder treatment on its own, and not a weight-loss programme. Language here is weight-neutral and shame-free. Hypnotherapy and counselling can sit beside medical, psychological and dietetic care; they do not replace them.

Telehealth appointments available Australia-wide.

Important — see your GP first: If you think you might have binge eating disorder, please see your GP first. Eating disorders affect physical health, and your GP can assess you, arrange tests if needed and refer you to an eating disorder treatment plan.

Butterfly Foundation: For free, confidential support about eating disorders and body image, contact the Butterfly Foundation National Helpline on 1800 33 4673 (1800 ED HOPE), 7 days a week, 8am–midnight (AEST/AEDT), or visit butterfly.org.au/get-support/helpline. The Butterfly Helpline is not a crisis or medical service.

What is binge eating?

Binge eating often means eating a large amount of food in a relatively short time, with a sense of loss of control, and feeling distressed or ashamed afterwards. Binge eating disorder is a recognised eating disorder. This page is not a diagnostic tool — only a qualified health professional can assess that.

Am I binge eating, or is it emotional eating?

Many people eat in response to stress, tiredness or emotion without meeting criteria for an eating disorder. Online “binge eating disorder tests” can raise useful questions, but they are not a diagnosis. For clear information and support, see the Butterfly Foundation and speak with your GP. You are welcome to contact Hypfocus for a short phone chat about whether counselling and hypnotherapy might sit alongside that care.

Why willpower isn’t the answer

Binge eating is rarely fixed by trying harder to restrict. Cycles of restriction, stress, strong emotion, fatigue and impulsivity (including for some neurodivergent adults) can all play a part. Support that only focuses on willpower or weight often misses the point. If neurodivergence is part of your picture, you may also find neurodiversity coaching (/neurodiversity-coaching) relevant — still as complementary support, not as eating-disorder treatment.

Where can hypnotherapy and counselling fit?

At Hypfocus, sessions may help you:

• understand personal triggers and patterns without shame
• calm the stress response that often sits underneath binge urges
• build pause-and-choose skills and self-compassion
• practise new responses in a focused, relaxed state during hypnosis

This work is always framed as one part of wider care. Results differ from person to person. There are no guarantees, no before-and-after weight promises, and no diet prescriptions on this page.

Working with your GP and treatment team

Your GP can assess physical health, arrange investigations if needed, and discuss a Medicare Eating Disorder Treatment and Management Plan, which can include psychology and dietetic sessions. With your consent, Georgina can work alongside your GP, psychologist or dietitian. Please keep taking any prescribed medication and follow medical advice about physical health.

What is a session like?

First appointments are up to 90 minutes; follow-ups are up to 60 minutes. A minimum of 4 sessions is recommended. Sessions are available in person at 10 Conder Way, Mentone VIC 3194, or by Cliniko secure video for adults anywhere in Australia (overseas adult clients welcome). Hours: Monday to Thursday 7am–7pm, Friday 7am–5pm and Saturday 8am–3pm (Melbourne time), by appointment. You stay aware and in control during hypnosis.

Cost

Fees are listed on the Fees page (/fees). This support is not covered by Medicare. Some private health funds may offer a rebate for hypnotherapy or counselling depending on your policy — check with your fund.

Ready to take a gentle next step?

If this framing fits — support alongside your team, not a weight-loss pitch — you can book a free 15-minute phone chat or an appointment through Cliniko. Call or text 0435 923 817.

Frequently asked questions

Is this an eating disorder clinic?

No. Hypfocus offers complementary hypnotherapy and counselling support for adults, alongside your GP and treatment team. It is not a standalone eating-disorder treatment service.

Will you help me lose weight?

This page and this service are not a weight-loss programme. The focus is compassionate support with binge-eating patterns, stress and self-compassion, in a weight-neutral way.

Do I need a GP referral?

No referral is required to book at Hypfocus, but if you think you may have binge eating disorder you should see your GP first for assessment and appropriate referrals.

Can I have sessions online?

Yes. Adult clients anywhere in Australia can use Cliniko secure video. Overseas adult clients are welcome too.

How much does it cost?

See hypfocus.com.au/fees. First appointments are up to 90 minutes; standard sessions are up to 60 minutes. Not covered by Medicare.

Where can I get specialist eating-disorder support right now?

Contact the Butterfly Foundation National Helpline on 1800 33 4673 (1800 ED HOPE), 7 days 8am–midnight AEST/AEDT, or visit butterfly.org.au. In a crisis call Lifeline 13 11 14 or 000.

Written by Georgina Mitchell, CHT, Grad Dip Counselling

Georgina is the clinical hypnotherapist and counsellor at Hypfocus Therapies in Mentone. She is a clinical member of the Australian Hypnotherapy Association (no. PM2015096), a Level 2 member of the Australian Counselling Association (no. L2 4249) and a member of the ACA College of Supervisors. Her qualifications include a Diploma of Clinical Hypnotherapy and a Graduate Diploma of Counselling. Read more about Georgina: /about-us

Last reviewed: October 2026

Crisis and support note

Hypfocus is not a crisis service and is not an emergency eating-disorder service. If you need to talk to someone now, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24 hours). If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000. For eating-disorder and body-image support, call Butterfly on 1800 33 4673 (8am–midnight AEST/AEDT, 7 days; closed on national public holidays) or visit butterfly.org.au. Victorian on-call mental health services: https://www.health.vic.gov.au/mental-health-services/telephone-and-online-services