At SYEDA we know that eating disorders can have a huge impact, not just on the individuals who are experiencing them but also on their friends and family. We know that it can be extremely distressing and stressful watching a loved one struggling with an eating disorder. However, friends and family are vital in helping someone’s recovery. Therefore, we have a variety of support for you, to offer a safe space for you to share your experiences and to assist you to be as effective as possible in supporting the person that you care about.

We currently provide:

·      Individual Therapy: talk to an eating disorders practitioner about your difficulties and discuss techniques to support yourself

·      Treading on Eggshells Course: sign up for our 6 week course and learn techniques that could help support you in being an effective carer  

·   1:1 Psychoeducation Support: talk to our carer’s worker about practical skills, strategies, and tips to support you and your loved one     

Eating disorders are extremely complex as are their causes. It is important to remember that you are not the cause of the eating disorder.

How to access our services

Our services are available for anyone supporting a loved one with an eating disorder, who is registered with a GP in South Yorkshire, even if the person you are supporting is not currently accessing SYEDA’s services.

All of these services is provided free of charge.

If you would like to find out more about any of these services please get in touch or complete the online Referral form and one of our Eating Disorders Practitioners will be in touch with you to arrange an assessment. Please note assessments are held for one person at a time. Therefore, please complete a referral form for each indiviudal, that would like to receive support from SYEDA.