Family Therapy Articles and Resources

Depression

The Black Dog Institute – a not-for-profit facility for diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mood disorders

Beyond Blue – an Australian, independent not-for-profit organisation working to address issues associated with depression, suicide, anxiety disorders and other related mental disorders.

Eating Disorders

Queensland Eating Disorder Services – formerly known as the Eating Disorder Outreach Service (EDOS), QuEDS provides assessment, care and treatment for people and their families affected by eating disorders. They also provide advice, support, training and education for health professionals.

The Eating Issues Centre – a Toowong based community non-profit charity promoting positive body image and prevention of eating issues as well as offering supportive therapeutic options for people affected by eating issues.

The Butterfly Foundation -an Australian, independent not-for-profit organisation which operates a National Eating Disorders Support Helpline that includes support over the phone, via email and online. The Helpline is staffed by trained counsellors experienced in assisting with eating disorders. It also provides a wide range of programs for service providers and recovery groups.

National Eating Disorders Collaboration – an initiative of the Australian Government Department of Health who have developed a nationally consistent, evidence-based approach to the prevention and management of eating disorders in Australia.

Families Empowered and Supporting Treatment of Eating Disorders – an international organisation of and for parents and caregivers of eating disorder patients. F.E.A.S.T. serves families by providing information and mutual support, promoting evidence-based treatment, and advocating for research and education to reduce the suffering associated with eating disorders.