CREDENTIALS/DISCIPLINE: Marriage and Family Therapist
BOARD CERTIFIED: Yes-California Board of Behavioral Sciences
Number of years treating patients with eating disorders: 10+ years
Number of patients with eating disorders I treat annually: 15+
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERTISE: I am the founder of Evolve Wellness, a group practice based in San Francisco made up of clinicians who specialize in the treatment of eating disorders. In 2019, I received my certification as an Eating Disorders Specialist and Approved Supervisor with the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals. I am the author of Stop Bingeing, Start Living: Proven Therapeutic Strategies for Breaking the Binge Eating Cycle. I earned my Bachelors from the University of Wisconsin and Masters from the University of San Francisco, both in Psychology. Previous positions include On Call Therapist at Center for Discovery Residential Facility and Program Director at La Ventana Eating Disorders Treatment Program. I have been in private practice since 2010.
TREATMENT PHILOSOPHY:
My approach is holistic; using a combination of therapeutic techniques that facilitate deep and lasting change. I enjoy bridging the mindful and self-exploratory sides of psychology with the concrete, evidence-based techniques. I want my clients to feel grounded when they leave each session, with greater clarity, self-acceptance and peace. I tend to be quite active in the session, providing accountability and concrete tools to bring about the changes my clients want to make to improve the quality of their lives. My belief that we are all in search of inner growth fosters a trusting and respect-based therapeutic relationship.
Yes, I do believe it is possible to recover from an eating disorder. I have witnessed many times the transformation that occurs when a person suffering from an eating disorder experiences the freedom to make decisions (around food and other areas of life) based on their own authentic and intuitive thoughts, feelings and needs.
FEES: Cash, Credit Cards, Personal Checks, Sliding Scale.
INSURANCE: I do not contract with any insurance companies.