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Expert eating disorder therapy that fits into your life
Schoen Clinic Chelsea is a leading private outpatient clinic providing expert care and support for individuals experiencing eating disorders.
Our multidisciplinary team offers compassionate, evidence-based treatment for children, adolescents and adults with anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and other forms of disordered eating.
Located in the heart of Chelsea, our outpatient service is designed to fit around your life, offering flexible, tailored care without the need for hospital admission.
We understand that eating disorders are complex, affecting not just physical health, but emotional wellbeing, relationships and everyday life.
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, our clinicians offer private eating disorder treatment in London that is grounded in current research, delivered with empathy and focused on helping you move toward long-term recovery.
Our approach to eating disorder treatment in London
Our approach is highly individualised, and may include:
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Psychological therapy (e.g., CBT, DBT, Schema Therapy)
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Nutritional support and healthy weight guidance
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Family and carer involvement where appropriate
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Collaborative aftercare planning for sustained wellbeing
We support individuals at all stages of their journey — from early signs of disordered eating to those seeking ongoing recovery support.
Who we support
At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, we provide age-appropriate eating disorder treatment and support for:
Children and families
Children may begin to show changes in eating behaviours or become fixated on body image from a young age. Early intervention is vital.
Our specialists work closely with children and their families to help develop healthier routines, address anxiety or low self-esteem, and foster resilience.
Teenagers and young people
Adolescence is a critical period where social pressures, perfectionism, identity and self-worth often influence eating behaviours.
Our therapists are experienced in supporting teens with empathy and insight, offering practical strategies to manage eating difficulties, body image concerns and emotional distress.
Adults of all ages
Eating disorders don’t just affect younger people. Many adults live with undiagnosed or longstanding disordered eating.
Whether you're struggling to recover from anorexia or binge eating disorder, or dealing with recurring food-related distress, our team can help you rebuild a healthier relationship with food and yourself.
What we treat
We specialise in outpatient treatment for a range of eating disorders, including:
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Anorexia nervosa – where restricting food intake, intense fear of weight gain and distorted body image are key challenges
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Bulimia nervosa – often involving cycles of binge eating and compensatory behaviours like vomiting or overexercising
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Binge eating disorder – characterised by episodes of eating large amounts of food, often accompanied by shame or loss of control
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Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders (OSFED) – such as chronic dieting, restrictive eating, or compulsive eating, which may not meet diagnostic criteria but still cause significant distress
If you’re unsure what you’re experiencing, we can carry out a comprehensive assessment and work with you to create a treatment plan that’s right for you.
Nutritional therapy and healthy weight support
Alongside psychological therapy, we recognise the importance of nutritional support in restoring physical health and normal eating patterns. Our in-house Nutritionist provides:
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Personalised nutritional assessments
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Practical guidance on balanced eating
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Meal planning support
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Advice on reaching or maintaining a healthy weight
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Education around the role of nutrition in emotional wellbeing
Whether you're struggling with weight loss due to an eating disorder, need help stabilising eating patterns, or simply want support in achieving a healthier lifestyle, our Nutritionist works closely with the clinical team to ensure your care is safe, joined-up and effective.
Our outpatient eating disorder services in London
As a private outpatient eating disorder clinic in London, Schoen Clinic Chelsea offers flexible, discreet care with no long waiting lists.
Our outpatient services include:
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Psychological assessments and diagnosis
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Weekly or twice-weekly individual therapy sessions
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Nutritional support from our registered Nutritionist
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Family therapy, especially for children and teens
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Aftercare and relapse prevention planning
We also liaise with external health professionals where appropriate, including GPs, schools, or other mental health services.
Proven therapy approaches for eating disorders
We use a range of evidence-based therapies tailored to each individual’s needs, including:
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) – helps challenge distorted thinking and behaviours around food, body image and control
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Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – supports emotional regulation and managing urges or impulsive behaviours
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Schema Therapy – addresses deep-rooted patterns related to identity, self-worth and trauma
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Family-Based Therapy (FBT) – particularly effective for children and adolescents
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Compassion-Focused Therapy – helps reduce self-criticism and build self-acceptance
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Psychoeducation – empowering individuals to understand the psychological and physiological impact of disordered eating
Signs that it's time to get help
It’s not always easy to recognise when someone needs help — especially when eating disorders are often hidden. You might benefit from specialist support if you or your loved one is:
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Obsessively counting calories or food groups
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Avoiding meals or eating in secret
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Experiencing distress about body shape or weight
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Losing or gaining weight rapidly
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Feeling out of control around food
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Relying on exercise or purging to “make up” for eating
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Withdrawing from friends, family or usual activities
If any of these sound familiar, reaching out for support is a brave and important first step.
A multidisciplinary team you can trust
Eating disorder recovery is most effective when supported by a team of experts. At Schoen Clinic Chelsea, our clinicians include Consultant Psychiatrists, Psychologists and Psychotherapists, Dietitians and Nutritionists, Family Therapists and Occupational Therapists.
Our team meets regularly to review your progress and adapt your treatment plan to best support your goals — whether that’s returning to school, rebuilding relationships, or simply feeling like yourself again.
