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Written by Dr. Prerna Kohli, PhD · Clinical Psychologist · 30+ years' experience
Eating Disorder Treatment in Gurugram — Dr. Prerna Kohli
Eating disorders — including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and orthorexia — are serious psychological conditions about control, emotion, and identity, not vanity or food. They are treatable, and recovery is possible with specialist, compassionate care. Dr. Prerna Kohli, a clinical psychologist in Gurugram with 30+ years' experience, offers confidential treatment that addresses the underlying causes — in-clinic and online — working with medical professionals where monitoring is needed.
Eating disorders are among the most serious and most misunderstood psychological conditions. They are not about vanity or food — they are about control, pain, identity, and survival. And they require specialised, sensitive clinical care.
Dr. Prerna Kohli has worked with individuals experiencing eating disorders for over 30 years at her clinic in Gurugram. She provides a safe, non-shaming therapeutic environment where the underlying psychological drivers of disordered eating can be honestly explored and addressed. Sessions are available in-clinic at DLF City Phase 3, Gurugram and online for clients across India and globally.
Eating disorders Dr. Kohli works with
- Anorexia nervosa — severe restriction of food intake driven by distorted body image
- Bulimia nervosa — cycles of binge eating followed by purging or compensatory behaviour
- Binge eating disorder — recurrent episodes of eating large quantities of food, often rapidly and to the point of discomfort
- Orthorexia — obsessive focus on "healthy" or "clean" eating that impairs daily functioning
- Disordered eating patterns that do not meet full diagnostic criteria but significantly impact quality of life
Signs someone may have an eating disorder
- Intense preoccupation with weight, calories, food, or body image
- Avoiding meals or eating in secret
- Significant and unexplained weight loss or gain
- Excessive exercise even when unwell or injured
- Visiting the bathroom immediately after meals
- Mood changes around mealtimes — anxiety, irritability, or distress
- Social withdrawal, particularly around food-related situations
Dr. Kohli's approach
Dr. Kohli's approach to eating disorder treatment is rooted in understanding — not judgment. She works with clients to explore the emotional and psychological drivers of their relationship with food, including perfectionism, trauma, low self-worth, family dynamics, and cultural pressure around body image. Treatment integrates cognitive-behavioural techniques, body image work, and relational approaches tailored to the individual's specific presentation. Where medical monitoring is also needed, Dr. Kohli works alongside appropriate medical professionals.
Who this is for
Dr. Kohli works with adolescents and adults experiencing eating disorders, as well as parents and family members who are concerned about a loved one. Eating disorders are increasingly common among young women in urban India, particularly in the context of social media, academic pressure, and changing beauty standards — and Dr. Kohli brings both clinical expertise and deep cultural understanding to this work.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main types of eating disorders?
Eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, and orthorexia, along with disordered-eating patterns that don't meet a full diagnosis but still affect quality of life. They differ in how they present, but all are serious psychological conditions that respond to specialist care — not lifestyle choices or phases. More in Types of Eating Disorders.
What causes eating disorders?
Eating disorders rarely have a single cause. They usually arise from a mix of psychological, emotional, and social factors — perfectionism, low self-worth, trauma, family dynamics, and cultural or social-media pressure around body image. Understanding these underlying drivers, rather than focusing on food, is where treatment begins.
Do eating disorders only affect young women?
No. While they are common among young women, eating disorders affect people of every gender, age, and background — including men, adolescents, and older adults. Assumptions about "who gets" an eating disorder often delay people from seeking help, so anyone who is struggling deserves support.
Are eating disorders a serious medical concern?
Yes — eating disorders are serious conditions that can affect physical health, which is why care often involves medical monitoring alongside psychological treatment. Where that is needed, Dr. Kohli works with appropriate medical professionals so your care stays safe and coordinated. This is also why getting help early matters.
My daughter is restricting her food but denies having a problem — what should I do?
Denial is extremely common with eating disorders — particularly anorexia. The condition itself distorts perception, making it genuinely difficult for the person to see what others can see. If you are concerned, seek professional guidance as a parent first — Dr. Kohli regularly works with parents to develop effective, non-confrontational approaches to encouraging a loved one into treatment.
How can I help a loved one who may have an eating disorder?
Approach with care, not confrontation — express concern for the person rather than commenting on their body or eating, avoid blame, and gently encourage professional help. Because eating disorders distort perception, denial is common, so getting your own guidance as a family member first often helps. Dr. Kohli regularly supports parents and partners in exactly this.
Is an eating disorder just a phase that will pass on its own?
No. Eating disorders rarely resolve without professional intervention and can become progressively more entrenched over time. Early treatment significantly improves outcomes. If you are concerned about yourself or someone you love, do not wait.
Can you fully recover from an eating disorder?
Yes — full and lasting recovery is possible, including for people who have struggled for many years. It takes specialist psychological support and time, and the earlier help begins, the better the outcome. Recovery is about rebuilding a healthy relationship with food, the body, and the emotions underneath.
I have had an eating disorder for many years — is it too late to get help?
It is never too late. Recovery from long-standing eating disorders is absolutely possible with the right support. Dr. Kohli has worked with clients who have struggled with disordered eating for decades and have achieved meaningful and lasting recovery.
Will sessions focus on food and diet?
Not primarily. Eating disorders are psychological conditions, and psychological therapy focuses on the emotional and cognitive drivers — not meal plans. Dr. Kohli is not a dietitian and does not provide nutritional advice. Her work addresses why a person has developed a disordered relationship with food — and that is where lasting change begins.
Can eating disorders be treated online?
Yes, for many presentations of eating disorders, online therapy is effective. Dr. Kohli conducts sessions via video call for clients across India and globally. Where medical monitoring is also required, she will advise on appropriate local medical support.
Recovery is possible. You deserve support.
Book a confidential consultation with Dr. Prerna Kohli — in-clinic in Gurugram or online globally.
This page is for general information and is not a substitute for individual professional assessment or treatment. If you or someone you love is struggling with an eating disorder, you deserve support — please reach out. If you are in crisis or in immediate danger, please contact a crisis helpline in your area or your local emergency services.
