Community-based outpatient service

We help people with eating disorders in Buckinghamshire.

Specialist assessment

The first step is a special check-up by one of our doctors. When your GP or another health professional refers you, you will get an appointment for this check-up.

Appointment details

You will get a letter with your appointment details. The check-up usually lasts for an hour and a half. You can bring a friend or family member if you want.

During the check-up, we will ask about your problems, what caused them, and how they affect your life. We will also check your weight and height and talk about your treatment goals. This helps us give you the right advice and treatment.

Regular reviews and treatments

You will meet with your assigned worker regularly to review your care and set personal goals. We offer different treatments like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E), Maudsley Model of Anorexia Nervosa Treatment for Adults (MANTRA), and Guided Self-Help (GSH).

You can have individual or group therapy, either face-to-face or online. The number of sessions you have will depend on your needs. All our doctors are experienced in treating people with eating disorders.

Additional support

You may also get a nutritional check-up and diet advice from our specialist dietician. You might have practical sessions at home with our community worker to help with meal planning and food shopping.

If there are health or medication concerns that your GP cannot address, you may have a review appointment with our consultant psychiatrist.

FREED program

First Episode Rapid Early Intervention for Eating Disorders (FREED) is a special care package for 18 to 25-year-olds who have had early signs of an eating disorder for three years or less.

This program helps young people get quick treatment before symptoms get worse. The goal is to start treatment within four weeks of referral to an eating disorder service.