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Specialist help for eating disorders and health

InsightEating and InsightHealth

We offer both online and face-to-face therapy services across the UK, with our main location based in Leeds, UK.

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Latest from Insight

New ARFID Support Resources Launched

March 4, 2024 |

Insight Eating is pleased to highlight the launch of new web-based resources aimed at supporting those affected by Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), as well as professionals in the field. Ursula Philpot, as part of her continued commitment to enhancing eating disorder support, contributed to the development of these invaluable materials. What’s Available: Collaboration…

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February 21, 2024
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Understanding T1DE and the Need for Change

January 24, 2024

Exploring the Intersection of Type 1 Diabetes and Eating Disorders: A Deep Dive into the Recent Parliamentary Inquiry in the UK. Understand the complexities of T1DE, the significant findings from the inquiry led by Theresa May, and the impact on healthcare policy and patient support. This comprehensive analysis sheds light on the challenges and advancements in managing this condition, emphasising the importance of integrated healthcare approaches and research.

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Unpacking the Nutritional Dynamics of Binge Eating Disorder: Insights from Ursula Philpot

November 8, 2023

Binge Eating Disorder, characterized by episodes of eating large quantities of food, is often shrouded in a complex web of psychological and physiological factors. Ursula’s talk delved into the intricate drivers of binging from a dietetic perspective, bringing to light the role of dietary restriction and sensory experiences in this condition.

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Video: NHS England ARFID Awareness Film

September 27, 2023

NHS England working with Ursula Philpot, Insight dietitian, to create an impactful awareness film focusing on Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Please see below for ARFID leaflet resources aimed at parents and carers and an accessible version at the bottom of the page.

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Emergency Re-Feeding Plans: A Collaborative Initiative between NHS and Insight

September 26, 2023

Emergency Re-Feeding Plans: A Collaborative Initiative between NHS and Insight Emergency Re-Feeding Plans: A Collaborative Initiative between NHS and Insight In partnership with the National Health Service (NHS), Insight is pleased to introduce a rigorously developed re-feeding protocol aimed at pediatric patients admitted to wards due to sensory restrictive eating disorders, including Autism and ARFID…

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The Battle Against Pressure Ulcers: The Power of Knowledge, Trust, and Partnership

August 12, 2023

Pressure ulcers are more than just painful sores. They’re a major healthcare concern, draining resources and dramatically impacting the quality of life for those who suffer from them. While prevention guidelines are in place, adherence to these vital rules is sadly lacking, especially within community settings. So, what’s going wrong, and how can we make…

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Insight Presents: DBT for Dietitians online workshop

August 1, 2023
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Video: Six breaths per minute

July 28, 2023

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Video: Tips for estimating portion size without weighing

July 28, 2023

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Eating Disorders

 

Anorexia Nervosa

ARFID

Binge Eating Disorder

Nutritional Information

Overeating

Disordered Eating

Mental Health

 

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Complex Emotional Needs

Post Traumatic Stress

Trauma

Health and Wellbeing

IBS

IBD

Ulcerative Colitis

Coeliac Disease

Persistent Physical Symptoms

Health Care Professionals

NHS Commissioned Services

Accessing Second Opinion

Supervision

Training and Development

InsightEating & InsightHealth is a leading national  independent provider of  experts offering access to specialist assessment and treatment; supervision and consultation. Consultants are also available for commissioned NHS and Corporate bespoke work streams, events and workshops.

Clinically we offer evidence-based assessments, treatments, for adults and children (age 8+ for ARFID and 15+ for other eating disorders) with a range of specialisms including, eating problems (anorexia nervosa; bulimia nervosa; binge eating disorder, OSFED and ARFID), trauma,  autism spectrum conditions and a range of mental and physical health problems, (such as: depression, anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, BDD, PTSD, self esteem, stress, complex emotional needs/ personality disorder, long term conditions and persistent physical symptoms).

Our approach is integrative and holistic and we openly consider the impact of gender identity, culture and faith and links with the individuals unique symptoms; and difficulties. 

 

Let us help you change your life and circumstances, breath again, and remove the shackles of your condition. Our experienced team will help you navigate your recovery.

“It has been great working with Niamh. I was really struggling after coming out of an abusive relationship with a girl who abused me badly. Niamh helped me to reclaim my shattered self worth, and got into my own issues of co-dependency and perfectionism so I don’t fall into another abusive relationship and have a better relationship with myself and my future. Niamh is kind, gentle, sensitive, understanding, incredibly compassionate and was a joy to work with. I gained great insight, healing and a sense of acceptance and empowerment from our sessions. I highly recommend her. “

‘Penny was always positive & encouraging in her feedback & never at all judgmental’.

Suzanne has training and experience in multiple different therapy types and brings a flexible way of working, using different approaches at different times to help move me forward in dealing with my difficulties. Suzanne can be gently challenging when needed, an approach I have appreciated helps me to acknowledges areas where I may be stuck and move forward. 

‘’I found Penny very easy to talk to and she truly cared which meant I was open and honest with how i was feeling, particularly when i was struggling.

I went to Luz confused, ashamed, lost and desperate. A middle aged woman living a life that made no sense. Her kindness was the first thing I noticed. I could cry when I think of the relief I felt at her lack of judgement and her sheer compassion for the person behind the eating disorder. I felt listened to. I felt heard and I felt validated. She saw past the surface right into my soul and from our very first session I knew she was going to help me. 

I genuinely don't think I can put into words how thankful I am for Luz. Since my first session, I've been treating with nothing but kindness, patience and honesty. Before starting my journey with the clinic, I was worried about seeking help, especially surrounding eating, as I felt I wasn't 'bad enough' to see a therapist or a dietitian. I. now realized that wasn't true. After learning how much of my behavior is disordered or damaging, being guided on how to make changes has completely improved my quality of life.

I thoroughly recommend Niamh for any troubles you are facing which you need assistance through. I wasn't sure what to expect, however the way she has helped me has been 'life changing' in a very positive way. Trust her and the process which she brings. Her background, compassion, experience and professionalism is excellent.

I have recently completed a 7 week guided self-help course with Ursula Philpot to tackle my binge eating disorder. Having suffered from BED for several years, I can safely say that the programme has helped me to overcome this and I am finally in control of my eating. The course is really well designed and the exercises, together with the weekly sessions with Ursula, really helped me to think differently and to form new habits. I now have a much healthier eating pattern, regularly having food groups that I was previously denying myself of, which in turn was causing me to binge. I’ve learned to eat in a way that I didn’t think was possible without putting on weight, and the results have been life-changing for me, both physically and mentally. 

Suzanne is a fantastic psychologist. She has really helped me with my OCD and anorexia. I’m now in recovery and could not recommend her enough.

Very supportive without being intrusive. It was very helpful to have access to reliable, simple advice and support’

Luz is an incredible therapist. Clearly vastly experience in her field she is passionate, strong and driven with a wonderful energy and an organic honesty about her. She has the ability to stretch me when I need it and catch me when I fall. Always calm, always gentle, always patient and always with a welcoming smile. 

The treatment has been hard at times but Luz has made it ok to feel scared. She has soothed the terrified child inside me and nurtured the adult left trying to cope. Her strength of character has carried us both and more than anything else with Luz, I feel safe. I know she’ll only ever take me as far as I can tolerate. I trust her and I trust the process.

I don’t know what the rest of my journey has in store but I know I won’t face it alone. Luz really is one of a kind and an utter credit to her profession. Working with her has given me hope that there are brighter days to come and I will always be grateful for the day I found the courage to walk through her door. 

I went to see Suzanne after struggling for many years with obsessive compulsive disorder. Through my work with Suzanne I have been able to overcome many of the disabling rituals that had been holding back for such a long time. This has enhanced the quality of my life and I cannot recommend Suzanne highly enough.

‘I have overall better understanding about my condition because of information received from Penny. She was knowledgeable, compassionate and helpful.’

‘The support offered was friendly, efficient and very educational - Penny was great and excellent at keeping me on track’

I have always felt that Suzanne sees and talks with me as a whole individual person and not as the sum of my difficulties- this is really important to me. I have struggled with serious difficulties related to past traumatic events for most of my life. I have been working with Suzanne for over five years now and with her excellent help I have been able to, and continue to, make significant changes and progress so that my life is immeasurably better. I am so much more able to be 'in' my life, to feel hope for the future and that I can keep moving forward. Thank you so much Suzanne.

‘’My experience of working with Penny was fantastic, and life altering in many ways. The service felt tailored towards my specific needs - the concerns and issues I raised were always explored further and worked on. Penny would often go above and beyond, sending me additional resources and supplementary guidance and advice outside of the sessions‘’

I have been seeing Luz for almost a year now & I can honestly say that she has changed my life. I have suffered for several years with anxiety/depression and since I have been having therapy with Luz I feel like a new person.
She is so wonderful & understanding & makes me look at things differently than I would. She is the best therapist and I feel lucky to have her to discuss my concerns with.
I can not recommended herself or Insight Therapy enough.

Qualified and accredited Healthcare Professionals

Clinical Psychology / Cognitive behavioural Therapists / Counsellors / Psychology Assistants / Psychotherapists / Group Analysts / Advanced Practitioners in Dietetics / Occupational Therapists / Physiotherapists / Consultant Psychiatrists 

 

The Consultants accept requests for NHS and corporate organisations which require their uniques skills and experience.   

 

At InsightEating & InsightHealth our philosophy is that all clients and families are unique and will be treated with respect and dignity. We work collaboratively with our clients and agree a shared understanding of the problem, how difficulties develop and are maintained.

 

We aim to explore individual value based goals.