Many people in eating disorder recovery work with both an accredited dietitian and an AHPRA registered psychologist. A dietitian focuses on eating patterns, nutrition, food related fear and the practical side of regular eating. A psychologist focuses on the thoughts, emotions and behaviours underneath: anxiety, body image, shame and emotion regulation. With your consent, your dietitian and psychologist communicate about your care with shared notes and regular case discussions. We can advise on the right starting point during your initial consultation.

No, you do not need a GP referral to book your initial consultation, and no referral is needed if you are paying privately. A referral and care plan are only required to claim Medicare rebates: a Mental Health Treatment Plan (up to 10 psychology sessions per calendar year) or an Eating Disorder Plan (up to 20 dietetic and up to 40 psychology sessions within a 12-month eligibility period). The referral must be dated before your first claimable session, and we will guide you through the process.

No. You do not need a formal diagnosis to access our support. If food rules, restriction, bingeing, purging, body image distress, or emotional eating are affecting your life, you deserve clinical support today. We provide comprehensive assessments to help guide your individual recovery journey, with or without a diagnosis.

Yes. Eating disorders are mental illnesses, not weight illnesses. Many people with serious eating disorders are at a normal or higher weight. If your relationship with food, exercise, or your body is causing distress or impacting your life, you are sick enough and deserve support. Early intervention dramatically improves recovery outcomes.

Your initial consultation is a deep dive into your story, history, and current struggles: 60 minutes with a dietitian, or 50 minutes with a psychologist. Your clinician will gather a clinical picture, discuss your goals, and outline a clear next step. We do this in a completely judgement free space. Together we will determine whether you would benefit from a dietitian, psychologist, or both.

Below are our standard session fees, plus the gap you would pay after the Medicare rebate.

Rebates shown are the current Medicare benefit for eligible video telehealth services and apply only with a valid referral and care plan. The dietitian rebate is $63.40 per session; the registered psychologist rebate is $101.55 and the clinical psychologist rebate is $149.05 per 50 minute session. Fees are current as at July 2026 and are subject to change.

Your gap fee is the difference between our session fee and the Medicare rebate. Dietitian sessions under an EDP attract a $63.40 rebate, leaving a gap of $156.60 for a 60 minute initial or $126.60 for a 45 minute review. Psychology sessions attract a $101.55 rebate with a registered psychologist (gap $158.45) or a $149.05 rebate with a clinical psychologist (gap $160.95). You cannot claim both Medicare and private health for the same appointment.

Book a long appointment with your GP and explain you want to be assessed for an Eating Disorder Plan (a psychiatrist or paediatrician can also prepare one). Your doctor will assess against the Medicare eligibility criteria, complete the plan, and provide a referral dated before your first claimable session. Ask them to send it to admin@biteintofreedom.com.au. You can start working with our team before this is finalised, and we collaborate directly with your GP throughout the process.

We do not bulk bill. You pay the full session fee on the day, we lodge the Medicare claim on your behalf, and Medicare pays the rebate into your registered bank account, usually within 1 to 3 business days. Many private health extras policies cover dietetics and psychology via telehealth: we provide an itemised receipt with the provider number so you can claim through your fund. You cannot claim both Medicare and private health for the same appointment.

Our team treats the full DSM-5 spectrum of eating disorders including Anorexia Nervosa, Atypical Anorexia, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder (BED), ARFID, Orthorexia, OSFED, Night Eating Syndrome, Compulsive Overeating, Emotional Eating, Body Image Distress, and Disordered Eating patterns.

Our clinicians are trained in CBT-E (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Enhanced for eating disorders), FBT (Family Based Treatment for adolescent anorexia), CBT-AR (for ARFID), DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and Intuitive Eating. We tailor the approach to your specific presentation and recovery goals.

Yes. We operate 100% online, providing eating disorder dietitian and psychology services to clients anywhere in Australia, including Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra, Darwin, and regional areas. Our telehealth services give you expert care without travel time.