Dr Kevin Glisenti is an experienced Eating Disorder Therapist in Redcliffe, providing specialised therapy for a spectrum of conditions, including Bulimia Nervosa, Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID), Binge Eating Disorder, and Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders (OSFED).
Proficient in addressing Eating Disorders, his therapeutic approaches are carefully crafted to navigate the unique challenges presented by these disorders, aiming to support individuals in overcoming their eating concerns and fostering a healthier relationship with food and body image.
Eating Disorders that we can help with …
Bulimia Nervosa
Individuals with bulimia nervosa frequently engage in episodes of binge eating followed by purging. Binge eating involves eating large amounts of food in a short period while purging behaviours can include vomiting, fasting, excessive use of laxatives or diuretics, or excessive exercise. Like those with anorexia, people with bulimia often fear gaining weight and are intensely unhappy with their body size and shape.
Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
ARFID is characterised by a disinterest in eating; avoidance of food with specific sensory characteristics, like colour, texture, smell, or taste; or concern about aversive consequences of eating, like choking or vomiting. It can lead to significant nutritional deficiencies and weight loss.
Binge Eating Disorder
This is characterised by regular episodes of binge eating without the purging behaviours found in bulimia nervosa. During these episodes, individuals typically eat large amounts of food rapidly and feel a lack of control over their eating. This disorder is often associated with feelings of guilt, shame, and distress.
Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED)
This category is for disorders that cause significant distress or impairment but do not meet the full criteria for any of the other eating disorders. Examples include subthreshold bulimia or binge eating disorder (with less frequent binge/purge episodes), or purging disorder (purging without binge eating).