About Tracie
You deserve to feel better. Let’s make it happen.
I’m a Maryland-based therapist who specializes in eating disorders, stress eating, and relationships.
let me be the first to tell you:
You’re not the problem.
I Help Women Break Free From the Stress that Leads to Stress Eating and Eating Disorders.
I’ll help you build a healthier relationship with your body so you can make choices that nourish you without the pressure of d*eting.
If you’re here, you might be feeling stuck…
You know d*ets don’t work, but you’re still searching for a path to health.
A health scare made you think twice but hasn’t sparked lasting change.
You know what healthy eating looks like, but staying consistent feels impossible.
You’ve been trying so hard, yet nothing seems to stick—and that’s frustrating.
Here’s the good news: The fact that you’re here means you still have hope. And even the slightest spark of determination is enough to start real, lasting change. Let’s take that next step together.
What It’s Like to Work With Me…
Therapy with me feels like a conversation—comfortable, supportive, and focused on you. In the beginning, I ask a lot of questions to understand your needs and help you set realistic, life-enhancing goals.
Most clients start feeling relief within a few sessions—some even after the first. But beyond feeling better, you’ll gain practical skills to sustain your progress and create lasting change. Over time, you may find your goals expanding in ways you never imagined. A balanced, fulfilling life isn’t just possible—it’s within reach.
How I work
Therapy is what you make it.
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all—it’s individually designed for you. Whether you’re navigating stress, breaking free from stress or emotional eating, or striving for a healthier relationship with yourself, we’ll tailor the process to fit your needs.
As a leader juggling high expectations, therapy can help you manage work, life, and well-being without burning out. Some sessions might focus on gaining clarity, while others equip you with practical tools to create balance, set boundaries, and confidently lead. The goal is to help you feel more in control, empowered, and aligned with the life you want—because what you put into therapy, you’ll get back in ways that truly matter.
We are a good fit if you’re —
A high-achieving woman who feels overwhelmed by stress and wants to be less stressed without sacrificing success.
A professional or entrepreneur who struggles with stress or emotional eating and is ready to create a healthier, more sustainable relationship with food.
Leaders who want to manage work and life confidently, set better boundaries, and prioritize their well-being without guilt.
We are not a good fit if —
Anyone looking for a quick fix or a one-size-fits-all d*et plan instead of a deeper, lasting transformation.
Those unwilling to explore mindset shifts, emotional patterns, and practical strategies for sustainable change.
Individuals who aren’t ready to take an active role in their healing and personal growth journey.
My Background & Training
01
Education
Masters Degree in Counseling
Emphasis on Bowenian Family Therapy, Milan School
& Narrative Methods
Doctoral Degree in Psychology
Emphasis in Health Psychology & Mind/Body Systems
Dissertation: ABSORPTION AND EATING DISORDERS: TREATMENT CONSIDERATIONS FOR IMPROVED SELF REGULATION (Jeanne Achterberg, PhD dissertation chair)
02
Licensure
Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist
Maryland LCM429 (Exp. January 31, 2027)
03
Training
Studied Mind-Body Medicine under Jeanne Achterberg, PhD
mind/body relationship and the disease process
use of guided imagery to enhance symptom reduction/remission
cancer patient needs and survivorship
A variety of training in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction & Mindfulness Interventions.
Society for Clinical and Experimental Hypnosis-Hypnosis Training 2000 & 2001
Assoc. for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback-Biofeedback training 2002
