• Review best practices in eating disorder care, including current standards and key considerations for providing effective, patient-centered treatment.

• Explore evidence-based treatment modalities applicable across different levels of care, from outpatient through higher levels of treatment.

• Discuss current trends and evolving approaches shaping the eating disorder treatment landscape.

Light Refreshments will be provided.

Our presenter:

Samantha is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), trauma-informed therapist, and Clinical Director with experience in the mental health field since 2019 and in residential treatment since 2020. She currently serves as Clinical Director of Monte Nido’s adolescent residential treatment program in Orange County, where she provides clinical leadership and supports the delivery of compassionate, evidence-based care.

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, providing her with a strong foundation in human behavior, mental health, and the complex factors that influence individual well-being.

She is especially passionate about working with adolescents and creating safe, supportive therapeutic environments where young people feel heard, understood, and empowered. Her clinical approach emphasizes strong therapeutic relationships, the development of healthy coping skills, and fostering meaningful, lasting growth and resilience.

She is currently pursuing Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS) certification to further deepen her expertise in eating disorder treatment. She remains committed to ongoing professional development and the delivery of thoughtful, trauma-informed, evidence-based care.