Body Image EXPLAINED

Body Image Therapy and Support

We offer compassionate, specialist therapy to help individuals build confidence, emotional resilience, and a healthier relationship with their appearance.

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Body Dysmorphic EXPLAINED?

What Is Body Image?

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1.25M

people living with an eating disorder

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46%

of Adults feel unhappy about appearance

ASPECTS OF IMPORTANCE

Emotional and Psychological Aspects

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The Importance of Understanding

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How We Support you

Signs and Symptoms of Body Image Difficulties

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  • Persistent dissatisfaction with appearance
  • Excessive checking or avoiding mirrors
  • Avoidance of clothing, social events, or photos
  • Distress or anxiety linked to self-perception
  • Negative self-talk or comparison with others
  • Changes in eating, exercising, or social behaviour

How The London Centre
Supports Recovery

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Personalised Care

Personalised and
Collaborative Care

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Therapies Used to Treat
Body Image Difficulties

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  • CBT-E (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Eating Disorders)
  • MANTRA Therapy
  • Schema Therapy
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT)
  • Family Therapy, including Family-Based Treatment (FBT)
  • EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing)

A Holistic Approach
to Recovery

Treatment at The London Centre supports both emotional healing and physical health. Our approach helps individuals build a more compassionate, balanced relationship with food and their body, while strengthening resilience and confidence.

Benefits of Specialist Body Image Therapy Treatment

  • Improved confidence and self-esteem
  • More balanced thoughts around appearance
  • Reduced self-criticism and anxiety
  • Stronger relationships and communication
  • Healthier coping strategies and emotional resilience
  • Enhanced overall wellbeing and quality of life
A Place of Specialist Support

When to Seek Help for
Body Image Concerns

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FAQ’s

FAQs About Body Image Treatment

An assessment is a confidential, supportive conversation with a specialist clinician. We explore your relationship with food, the emotional factors involved, and any physical or behavioural symptoms to help guide the most appropriate treatment plan for you.

Yes. Many people recover fully through outpatient treatment, which provides effective, evidence-based support without the need for inpatient admission.

CBT-E and MANTRA are among the leading evidence-based approaches and are widely recommended for bulimia nervosa. Other therapies may be integrated depending on your individual needs.

Absolutely. Family involvement — particularly through family therapy or structured joint sessions — can be an important part of recovery, especially for children and adolescents.

We pride ourselves on maintaining short waiting times. Our team responds quickly and confidentially to new enquiries, and appointments can typically begin within a short timeframe. In order to simplify our booking process for people who want to see a clinician asap, we created our Fast-Track Assessment Service which you can access here.

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Take the First Step Toward Recovery

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