Gaia's Circle
A therapist-led Recovery Circle exclusively for women navigating binge eating disorder (BED), stigma, and self-worth.
Contrary to public perception, only 6% of eating disorder sufferers are medically underweight. The majority live in larger bodies, often overlooked, misdiagnosed, or dismissed entirely by medical professionals. Despite being the most common eating disorder, Binge Eating Disorder remains one of the least understood—leading to shame, isolation, and a lack of access to the care and compassion every woman deserves. But you are not invisible. You are not broken. You deserve care that sees you fully, without stigma, and without conditions. This is a space where we challenge stereotypes, dismantle internalised shame, and reclaim self-trust in food, body, and identity.
What You’ll Find Here
+ a stigma-free space – No weight-loss talk, no judgment, just compassionate, expert-led recovery
+ lived experience & clinical expertise – a blend of professional guidance and real-life understanding.
+ healing from shame & isolation – you are not alone, and you never have been.
+ rebuilding your relationship with food – breaking free from binge-restrict cycles and compulsive eating.
+ honouring your body at every size – learning to live beyond societal weight expectations.
❤️ This is not a place for blame, shame, or dieting. It is a place to be truly seen, held and empowered.
What to expect in Gaia’s Circle
Why Gaia’s Circle?
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Unpacking and letting go of guilt, stigma and self-blame.
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Developing a compassionate relationship with food and nourishment.
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Learning new ways to respond to stress, loneliness, and emotional pain.
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Reframing self-worth beyond weight, size or appearance.
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Replacing critical self-talk with kindness and understanding.
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+ only 6% of eating disorder sufferers are underweight—yet media and medical narratives often ignore BED
+ 90% of non-underweight sufferers are high-functioning professionals, with 30% earning twice the average income.
+ the myth — that eating disorders only affect thin, young, white women.
+ the truth — BED affects women of all ages, sizes, and backgrounds. -
+ women in larger bodies are more likely to be dismissed by healthcare providers, leading to delayed diagnosis, misattributed symptoms, and lack of access to treatment.
+ weight stigma increases the likelihood of binge eating, emotional distress, and avoidance of care, perpetuating cycles of shame and self-blame.Here, we reject weight stigma and embrace weight-inclusive healing.
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+ binge Eating Disorder is not about a lack of self-control—it is a complex condition rooted in emotional regulation, trauma, and neurobiological factors
+ BED is often experienced as an “addiction”, rather than a disorder to be cared for and healed, leading to cycles of guilt, restriction, and secrecy.
+ recovery is possible, but not through diets, shame, or force—but through self-compassion, connection, and real support.
FAQ
Additional information
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No. Many women in this group have struggled with binge eating for years but have never received a diagnosis. Whether you have a history of treatment or have suffered in silence, you belong here.
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This is not a diet program. BED is not solved by more control, but through self-understanding, emotional healing, self-compassion and support.
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Eating disorders thrive in isolation and silence. You do not have to carry this alone anymore. Every woman in this Circle has walked a similar path.
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Absolutely not. New understanding of neuroplasticity proves that healing is possible at any time and any age. Many women find recovery even after decades of struggle.
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+ this is not a weight-loss program.
+ this is not about fixing yourself.
+ this is not a space where you will be judged or labelled.
💛 This is a radical act of self-acceptance, led by therapists and supported by peers who understand BED firsthand. -
+ small, intimate group – six women journeying together, deeply supported and seen.
+ weekly group therapy – a blend of somatic and psychodynamic approaches for healing at the root.
+ daily peer support & mentorship – ongoing check-ins, accountability, and shared wisdom.
+ private journaling & recovery tracking – a safe, stigma-free space for self-reflection.📍 Virtual & In-Person Options – Flexibility to meet you where you are.
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“The last three months since joining you guys have been transformative. I’ve started looking at things from a different perspective. It feels like I’ve been given the tools to push myself again, even though it’s terrifying sometimes, but I’m also kind of ready. I was feeling stuck before—it felt like, oh, well, you know, I’ve talked through everything with my therapist. What else is there? I’d just put up with things. But now, it’s different. I can see and feel a massive difference. I feel like I want to dig deeper, understand more, and move on.”