The Uncovery Story
How we got here
Uncovery was born out of personal experience and a genuine desire to help those in need.
Olivia, our founder, personally struggled with an eating disorder and found herself facing many obstacles during her recovery journey. The pathway often felt so focused on the clinical aspect of recovery, that there wasn’t support for what happens when you go back home, or finding deeper healing and purpose. How did people transition back into reality? How did they find value in life again? No one was there to help her with what comes next.
Olivia knew something was missing in eating disorder recovery services available in Australia. And so, deeply driven by her experience, Olivia was inspired to establish Uncovery in 2018.
Why we do what we do
Our team, based in Melbourne and Queensland but available (virtually) worldwide, understands just how challenging and, at times, isolating the journey to recovery from disordered eating can be. That’s why we strive to bridge the gaps in support and create a more holistic approach to recovery. We emphasise practical reintegration into everyday life during and beyond treatment, empowering you with the skills and tools you need to help build a sustainable path to food freedom.
As eating disorder recovery coaches, we act as an extension to your treatment teams, guiding you through the practical steps of making behaviour changes to support your recovery. With a focus on individualised and accessible support, we work alongside you, your family, and any treatment providers you may have to ensure a collaborative and successful journey.
Our unique approach takes into account your daily routines, rituals, and behaviours, giving us a deeper understanding of any roadblocks you may encounter on your road to recovery. Even if you haven't been diagnosed with an eating disorder, we're here to help you break free from disordered eating and build a healthier relationship with food and your body.
We truly believe that recovery is possible, so if you're ready to reclaim your life, we're here to support you every step of the way.
Our mission
To deliver accessible, collaborative, and holistic eating disorder recovery support services in Australia.
Our values
Acceptance
Guiding you to accept yourself as the unique and worthy person that you are.
Collaboration
Working with you and your treatment teams to be the support network you need to tackle recovery.
Inclusivity
No matter who you are or what stage you're at in recovery, we have your back.
Patience
Recovery isn't linear, and it's normal to get frustrated — we're here to answer all of your questions and help you be kinder to yourself.
Compassion
You're not a box to be ticked — we truly understand your journey and are here to encourage you every step of the way.
Courage
We get how daunting the recovery process can be, but we believe in you — you've got this!
Lived experience
We get it — Our team of recovery coaches have fully recovered from their own eating disorders. Recovery is possible!
Strength
The journey takes work, but you're a strong and capable person, and we're here to champion you through the tough times.
Real stories of transformation
MEET OLIVIA (she/her)
Director and CCI Certified Eating Disorder Recovery Coach
MELBOURNE, VIC + VIRTUAL WORLDWIDE
Olivia is a Carolyn Costin Institute certified eating disorder recovery coach and founder of Uncovery. Through her own lived experience with an eating disorder, she was inspired to make treatment and recovery services more accessible in Australia.
Olivia spent six months in the United States working at BALANCE eating disorder treatment center™ as both a recovery coach and a residential treatment liaison, researching various treatment modalities. This inspired her to train with the Carolyn Costin Institute™ and bring the innovative and necessary eating disorder recovery coaching service to Australia.
In 2018, Olivia was selected as a Young Social Pioneer with the Foundation for Young Australians for her efforts to develop new services in the eating disorder field. Olivia was invited back as an alumni in 2019 and awarded a seed funding grant to expand Uncovery.
Olivia has presented at national and international conferences, including the Australia & New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders conference in 2019 and at the International Conference for Eating Disorders in 2020, alongside the highly-respected Carolyn Costin.
More recently, Olivia has consulted on projects such with the NEDC and The Butterfly Foundation in the development of the Lived Experience Workforce component of the National Strategy, and the Peer Workforce Guidelines respectively.
In 2022, Olivia and her colleges were awarded an IgnitED grant to develop the treatment manual for Psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for body image disturbance: an embodied solution to an embodied problem.
Olivia has also facilitated recovery skills and support group programs across Melbourne in various treatment settings, including:
Body Image Eating Disorders Treatment and Recovery Service (BETRS);
and Nourish. Nurture. Thrive, a multidisciplinary practice specialising in eating and body image concerns, located in Ivanhoe and Mornington.
Olivia works with patients aged 14+, across all eating disorders and with a focus on Anorexia Nervosa, Bulimia Nervosa, Binge Eating Disorder, Orthorexia, disordered eating.
Outside of work, you can find Olivia spending time in nature, walking or reading on the beach with a delicious latte in hand, or planning her next travel adventure!
*Olivia is currently taking on a limited number of new clients. Please reach out through the contact page if you would like to book.
MEET JEMMA (she/her)
Recovery Coach
SUNSHINE COAST, QLD + VIRTUAL WORLDWIDE
Jemma is a Carolyn Costin Institute certified eating disorder recovery coach with a profound commitment to helping individuals and families navigate the challenging journey of eating disorder recovery.
Motivated by her family's experience with anorexia, Jemma pursued a Bachelor of Psychology Science with the goal of becoming a clinical psychologist specialising in eating disorders. During her studies, she discovered the transformative work of Carolyn Costin and the CCI philosophy, which deeply resonated with her vision of providing effective support.
Under Carolyn Costin's mentorship, Jemma witnessed the life-changing impact of personalised, in-the-moment support for individuals suffering from eating disorders.
Jemma's intention is to blend personal insight, academic expertise, and proven eating disorder solutions to offer a personalized approach to recovery. As a Recovery Coach, she works collaboratively with clients to provide support services that complement and enhance the care provided by licensed medical, nutritional, and psychological professionals. She emphasizes that coaching is not a substitute for clinical expertise but a valuable addition to the recovery process.
In addition to her coaching role, Jemma has extensive experience working as a Facilitator with Eating Disorder Families Australia (EDFA) in both ARFID and Sibling support groups, and currently contributes her expertise at the Butterfly Foundation's Wandi Nerida.
Outside of her professional commitments, Jemma enjoys all outdoor activities and finds her flow state in surfing and rock climbing. These passions reflect her belief in the importance of finding balance and joy in life.
Jemma brings a unique, passionate, and empathetic approach to her work. She excels in building strong connections with people and fostering healthy relationships, aiming to help her clients achieve their goals today, tomorrow, and long-term.
*Jemma is taking on new clients. Please reach out through the contact page.
MEET ASHA (she/her)
Recovery Coach
SOUTH MELBOURNE, VIC + VIRTUAL WORLDWIDE
Asha is a Carolyn Costin Institute certified eating disorder recovery coach with a passion for helping people recover from disordered eating and heal their relationship with food and exercise.
After recovering from her own eating disorder, Asha became passionate about helping others achieve a life beyond their illness. Throughout her recovery, Asha longed for a mentor who understood the complexity of her illness and the battle she was faced with daily, and feels extremely grateful to be able to provide this to others going through a similar experience.
Asha has completed a Bachelor of Psychology with Honours and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Psychology. She believes her studies, combined with her lived experience, provide her with a unique ability to connect with and support those struggling with disordered eating and mental ill-health.
Asha brings a unique, passionate and empathetic approach to her work. She has a strong ability to connect with people and build healthy relationships, and hopes to help clients achieve their goals today, tomorrow, and long-term.
Asha also works for the Butterfly Foundation in the prevention team, where she presents educational programs to students. She is extremely passionate about reducing the stigma associated with eating disorders, and believes education is a great way to do so.
Asha works across all eating disorders, with clients aged 14+.
Outside of work, Asha loves going to the beach, relaxing with girlfriends, and watching her beloved Magpies with a G&T in hand.
*Asha is not currently taking on new clients. Please reach out through the contact page if you would like to be added to her waitlist.
