Full job descriptionSessional Eating Disorder Therapist Specialising in Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E)Thinking about moving into private practice but not sure where to start? Or already working independently and looking for the security of regular referrals? Partnering with Priory allows you to build your practice with confidence — without the stress of going it alone. At Priory Wellbeing Centre Southampton we are seeking a skilled and compassionate Sessional Eating Disorder Therapist specialising in Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E) to join our multidisciplinary team. In this role, you will provide evidence-based psychological therapy to individuals experiencing eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge eating disorder. You will support patients in developing healthier relationships with food, body image and eating behaviours, helping them challenge unhelpful thought patterns and achieve sustainable recovery. The ideal candidate will have relevant professional qualifications, specialist training in CBT-E and experience supporting individuals with eating disorders. You will deliver one-to-one therapy, supporting clients to achieve their treatment goals, either face-to-face in our modern clinical environment or online.
At Priory, you’ll be part of a compassionate, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based care that helps people move forward with confidence and build healthier, more fulfilling lives. You will play a key role in patients’ recovery, contributing to assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic delivery, while working within strong clinical governance frameworks.
We welcome applications from therapists able to offer one or more of the following modalities: CBT, Integrative Therapy, EMDR, TF-CBT, Family Therapy, or other specialist modalities. You will:
*Hold professional registration with HCPC / UKCP / BABCP / BACP / NCPS / BPC / ACAT / ACP (as appropriate)
*Have a minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience
*Demonstrate strong clinical judgement and excellent communication skills
*Be confident working within clinical governance frameworks, including digital systems, concise clinical notes, and attendance at risk management meetings
Starting out or expanding in private practice can feel daunting. Partnering with Priory removes much of that burden while preserving your professional independence.
If you’re committed to making a difference and want to work flexibly within a supportive, professional environment, we’d love to hear from you.
About Priory: Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible.