Services
- Individual
- Family
- Neuropsychological Assessment
About My Clients
My passion is in working with those experiencing fatness and obesity; body dissatisfaction; and eating disorders or disordered eating related to obesity, such as emotional eating, overeating, and binge eating; as well as supporting individuals who have dealt with weight stigma in both personal and medical settings.
My Background and Approach
I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from the University of Oregon, a Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology from Pacific University, a Master of Science degree in Nutrition from National University of Natural Medicine, and a Doctor of Psychology degree in Clinical Psychology from Pacific University. My doctoral training was focused on health psychology. I worked in primary care clinics as a BHC and at weight loss surgery centers where I completed evaluations and provided ongoing support. Also, I received training in neuropsychological assessment, in both brief and comprehensive formats. With combined interests in nutrition and mental health, I take a behavioral approach to shift the way my patients think, act, eat, and value themselves. I use motivational interviewing with patient centered language to encourage behavioral change that is rooted in values-based decision making.
My Personal Beliefs and Interests
I plan to change our weight-centric and fat-phobic world by supporting you in being your authentic self, guiding you to improve the way you view and treat yourself, and of course, by educating medical providers every chance I get. Most of my patients have dealt with body shaming, feelings of inadequacy, endless dieting, weight stigma, hopelessness, and discrimination because of their size. That's why I'm here. I am eager to fiercely advocate for you.