30-min call to get the answers you need
For parents in the Manchester area only
Worried about
a Loved One's relationship with food?
Speak with a specialist. Get real answers, understand your options, and know exactly what to do next.
No referral needed. No diagnosis required. If something feels difficult, that's reason enough to reach out.
With over 20 years of experience in eating disorder services, Dr Sonu Sharma and Dr Jaya Verma founded ABBI with a simple belief that people deserved timely, tailored, specialist care, closer to home. Everything that ABBI does is built around this philosophy
Why choose ABBI Clinic
A team you stay with
ABBI offers Day Care and Outpatient treatment under one roof. Your needs can change. The people supporting you don't.
Simple access to treatment
Where clinically appropriate, ABBI typically moves from first enquiry to the start of treatment within 14 days.
Specialist multi-disciplinary team
Our specialist multi-disciplinary team can deliver all aspects of eating disorder care through our tailored Day
Care and Outpatient programmes.
Care for every form of eating disorder
Including the ones that are most often missed; ARFID, Orthorexia, Diabulimia, OSFED, and Binge Eating Disorder. From age 13 upwards.
Designed for neurodivergent patients too
ABBI uses the nationally recognised PEACE Pathway, developed specifically for autistic and neurodivergent people with eating disorders.
A clinic the regulators and insurers trust
CQC rated Good. Recognised by Bupa, AXA, Cigna, WPA, Vitality, and Aviva for private medical insurance.
It's hard to know when worry becomes something you need to act on.
You've been watching and waiting, hoping things improve on their own.
You're worried about overreacting - but also scared of doing nothing.
You feel like you should know what to do by now, and you just don't.
THE DISCOVERY CALL
A supported conversation with someone who understands eating disorders.
A 30-minute call with a member of the ABBI team by phone or video, to discuss your experience and find out what to do next.
By the end of the call, you'll have:
Clarity on whether specialist support is the right next step
An understanding of how treatment works and what recovery can look like
Honest answers about costs, insurance, and realistic timelines
Confidence in what to do when the call ends
NO DIAGNOSIS NEEDED
You don't need a diagnosis to reach out.
Most people who contact us aren't certain whether what they're facing is an eating disorder. That uncertainty is exactly why the Discovery Call exists.
Ages 13 and above. Self-funded or private medical insurance. In person, online, or hybrid, across the UK.
We treat the full spectrum of eating disorders, including conditions that are frequently overlooked.
Anorexia Nervosa
Bulimia Nervosa
Binge Eating Disorder (BED)
Orthorexia Nervosa
Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorder (OSFED)
Eating Disorders and GLP1’s
HOW IT WORKS
Three simple steps from worry to a clearer next step.
01
Pick your time slot
Book online in minutes. Choose a date and time that suits you - no GP referral, no waiting list.
02
Have the conversation
A member of ABBI's specialist team will call at the agreed time. They'll listen carefully and give you honest, informed guidance.
03
Know what to do next
By the end of the call, you'll have a clear picture of your options and a sense of what the right next step looks like for you.
PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
From people who used to be where you are.
★★★★★
I can't thank the team at ABBI Clinic enough for all their support. From day one, the staff have been incredibly welcoming, friendly, and compassionate. The environment is safe and supportive. I looked forward to visiting the clinic each week! Each session was so informative. Not only did I learn lots about myself, but I found the education side of ED's to be incredibly facinating. It helped to give me a much broader picture on what I was experiencing and why. Their knowledge is amazing and their help will never be forgotten. Thank you for believing in me.
- Parent, anonymised
I had my initial screening with Dr Shama and she was calm, professional, and non-judgmental, which made it easier to open up. I have had an NHS referral and screening and again another screening with a different provider which were both emotionally unsettling. Dr Shama was extremely thoughtful about this and has contacted the NHS provider for my screening notes so I did not have to go through the emotional distress again. Dr Shama asked thoughtful, thorough questions and took the time to listen, without making me feel ashamed or embarrassed about anything. She provided an insight on diagnosis and next steps to help recover. I felt heard, respected, and supported during and after my initial appointment, and I would recommend Dr Shama to others who are struggling with an eating disorder.
- Patient, anonymised
FAQ
Common questions before booking.
What if we're not sure it's an eating disorder?
That's the most common reason people call us. You don't need certainty before reaching out, the Discovery Call is designed precisely to help you understand what you're dealing with. Our specialist will listen carefully and give you an honest, informed view.
Is this a sales call?
No. The Discovery Call is a informative conversation focused on understanding your situation and providing clear next steps.
Can we use my private medical insurance?
Yes, we are recognised by all major private medical insurers including Bupa, AXA, Cigna, WPA, Vitality, and Aviva.
How quickly can we start?
We pride ourselves on offering rapid access to specialist care. You can typically book a Discovery Call within 48 hours.
What happens next?
Following the discovery call, if relevant, you will have an in-depth assessment with a member of the team to explore the right treatment path for you.
BOOK YOUR CALL
Somewhere between worry and knowing what to do next, there's a Conversation.
This is it.
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