Eating Disorders and associated co-morbid problems/conditions to include relationship issues/unhealthy family dynamics, life transitions, impaired body image and self-esteem and mood/anxiety disorders. Additionally, I treat individuals who present with concerns to include self-destructive behaviors, struggles with life transitions, relationship problems and other generalized psychological concerns. My work with families/couples include eating disorders, facing transitions and issues around impaired communication.
Providing individual psychotherapy, family/couples counseling and group therapy.
Session length and frequency varies according to need.
1
Treatment specializations includes
2
Public speaking
I am passionate about providing education and outreach to the community on topics to include but not limited to Body Image, Signs and Symptoms of Eating Disorders, Eating Disorder in Midlife and Support for Supports with Eating Disorders.
Venues may Include schools, workplace, conferences, parent groups and youth groups.
3
Supervision/Consultation
I am an approved supervisor by the state of Maryland to provide Supervision for social workers working towards their LCSW-C licensure. I am an International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals (iaedp) Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) & an iaedp Approved Supervisor (CEDS-S); one of a limited number of professionals nationwide to achieve these distinctions after completing a rigorous set of criteria for the evaluation of education, training, knowledge and experience.
I am available for individual and/or group supervision as well as consultation regarding the treatment of eating disorders.
4
Media (television, print & electronic interviews)
Please contact me for more information if you are interested in conducting an interview.