Eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia are increasingly prevalent in today's society and of great concern to a wide range of health-related professionals, including counsellors and psychotherapists. This important new text, written in an intelligent yet accessible style, provides an authoritative and practical introduction to therapeutic work with this large client group. Taking a psychodynamic approach, Working with Eating Disorders also embraces an appreciation of cultural influences and uniquely illustrates the context of eating disorders in today's society.

'..this book will prove to be a valuable tool for therapists and other health professionals working in this field.' - Kath Sharman, Healthcare Counselling and Psychotherapy Journal

Introduction
The Cultural Context of Eating Disorders
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Obesity
Issues for the Practitioner
Concluding Thoughts
Additional Information
References

GERALDINE SHIPTON is a Senior Lecturer and Director of the Centred for Psychotherapeutic Studies, University of Sheffield. Her previous publications include Long-Term Counselling (1998, Sage) and Supervision of Psychotherapists and Counsellors (1997, Open University Press).