About Ayanna

As a Licensed Social Worker I have a passion for working with teens, young adults, and adults who are experiencing eating disorders, suicidal ideation, self-harm, depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma. I am especially passionate about supporting folks in healing their relationship with food and body image as I specialize in treating various eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, ARFID, OSFED) and disordered eating habits. In implementing evidenced based treatments for eating disorders, I prioritize a harm reduction approach and meeting folks where they are at.

I believe therapy should be collaborative and I strive to support clients in reaching their life worth living goals and find their path to healing. I approach therapy using an anti-oppressive, trauma informed, and strengths-based lens. I have completed intensive training in DBT and DBT Prolonged Exposure for PTSD. I also have a strong background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Based Therapy.
During my free time, I volunteer with Project HEAL and the National Alliance on Mental Illness, two organizations dedicated to supporting people with eating disorders, mood disorders, and suicidal ideation.

I look forward to being a passenger alongside you in your healing journey and being a support as you make strides towards your goals one step at a time.