This model emphasises a structured approach to developing regular eating patterns. RAVES stands for:

• Regularity

• Adequacy

• Variety

• Eating socially

• Spontaneity

The RAVES Model supports the recovery process by prioritising regular meals and snacks, achieving nutritional adequacy, and gradually introducing more variety into the diet.

It also encourages social eating experiences and fosters the flexibility to enjoy food without rigid rules or guilt.

CBT-E is a structured, evidence-based therapy designed specifically for eating disorders.

Typically, it consists of around 20-40 sessions, depending on the severity of the condition and individual needs.

The therapy is divided into four key stages, each focusing on understanding eating patterns, addressing unhelpful thoughts and behaviours, developing healthier coping strategies, and maintaining progress over the long term.

CBT-AR is an adaptation of CBT developed to address restrictive eating patterns and fear-based avoidance of foods.

This therapy is structured into phases, often lasting between 20 and 30 sessions.

The process begins with psychoeducation and establishing regular eating patterns, followed by gradual exposure to feared or avoided foods.

CBT-AR also includes cognitive restructuring techniques to address anxiety, sensory sensitivity and rigid eating-related beliefs.

DBT is a comprehensive therapeutic approach that focuses on building emotional regulation skills, distress tolerance, mindfulness and interpersonal effectiveness.

DBT is typically offered over several months, often in a format of weekly sessions ranging from 16-24 weeks.

This structured approach is particularly helpful for those experiencing intense emotions and urges related to eating disorders.

Intuitive Eating is an evidence-based, self-care eating framework developed by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch in 1995. It focuses on listening to your body’s internal cues rather than external diet rules.

Intuitive Eating promotes self-compassion, body respect and food freedom. The 10 principles of Intuitive Eating are:

1. Reject the diet mentality: Let go of dieting rules and restrictions that cause guilt and stress

2. Honour your hunger: Learn to recognise and respond to your body’s signals of hunger

3. Make peace with food: Give yourself unconditional permission to eat, removing food guilt

4. Challenge the food police: Dismiss thoughts that label foods as “good” or “bad”

5. Respect your fullness: Trust and listen to your body’s signals of satisfaction

6. Discover the satisfaction factor: Enjoy your eating experience fully and appreciate the pleasure of eating

7. Honour your feelings without using food: Explore ways to cope with emotions without turning to food

8. Respect your body: Embrace and accept your unique body, rather than striving for unrealistic standards

9. Exercise – feel the difference: Focus on how movement makes you feel rather than as a tool for weight loss

10. Honour your health – gentle nutrition: Choose foods that make you feel good while balancing taste and nutrition

A weight-neutral approach that prioritises health and well-being over weight and appearance. This inclusive philosophy focuses on improving health behaviours and embracing body diversity.