Michelle

Ms Michelle Sparkes

Counselor

“Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinician with (past) lived experience of anorexia, EDNOS, binge-eating and over 25 years working in the ED recovery space.”

About Me

Drawing on over 25 years in the eating disorder recovery space, this counsellor offers a profound, empathetic understanding. Their own past lived experience with anorexia, EDNOS, and binge-eating enables a unique connection, helping clients feel truly seen. They guide individuals through the complexities of recovery, fostering a supportive environment where personal insights meet dedicated professional support. This blend helps those navigating similar challenges find a clear path forward.

Approach

I begin by slowing the noise and mapping what matters, bringing compassionate curiosity and practical structure shaped by long experience in recovery work. In Sydney-based and online sessions in English, we move at a steady, collaborative pace—tracking patterns, naming emotions, and testing small, manageable experiments between meetings. Sessions combine focused conversation, short coaching tasks and emotion-focused techniques to rebuild trust with body and food while easing burnout and shame. This approach suits those who want clear, collaborative steps toward change.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Coaching

    A goal-oriented practice focused on identifying objectives, overcoming obstacles, and taking action, centred on the present and future rather than past difficulties.

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    Counseling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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Works With:

  • •Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Eating Disorders

    A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.

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    Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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    Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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Professional Title:

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    Counselor

    A trained professional who provides talk therapy to help clients work through emotional, relational, and psychological difficulties.

Qualifications

Institute of Emotion Focused Therapy

Registrations

Australian Counseling Association

Counsellor

Service Area

Manly

In-person & Online

Sydney, New South Wales

Australia