Center for Change & Empowerment
Specialized care for eating and health concerns, identity exploration, and professional well-being.
Are food, body image, health, or big life decisions taking up more space than you want? Do you feel stuck in patterns that once helped you get by but now pull you away from feeling fully present?
You might be adjusting to a diagnosis, trying to find a more balanced relationship with food, questioning your direction or identity, or managing the stress of caring for others. And as an adult, it can feel like you’re supposed to handle all of this on your own—but you don’t have to.
There’s room here for your story, your strengths, and your capacity for change. Together, we’ll sort through what’s going on, identify what matters most to you, and build practical steps that help you move forward with more confidence and self-trust. Change often happens in small, intentional moments, and you deserve support along the way.
Hi, I’m Shannon, a licensed psychologist with a feminist approach to healing—one that centers your autonomy, challenges harmful cultural narratives, and honors your full, lived experience. I specialize in eating disorder treatment and health psychology services, offering research-supported treatment to help you navigate the intersection of physical health, mental well-being, and identity.
Whether you’re struggling with food and body concerns, managing a chronic health condition, or feeling weighed down by societal expectations, my approach is collaborative, affirming, and grounded in research-supported methods. My goal isn’t to “fix” you, it’s to help you recognize your strengths, live in alignment with your values, and grow your sense of confidence.
Meet Dr. Patterson
Services
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Eating Disorder Treatment
Research-supported therapy that offers the best chance of recovery for you or your loved one. Learn more about treatment.
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Health Psychology Services
Health psychology focuses on the connection between your mind, body, and behaviors—helping you manage chronic health conditions, improve lifestyle habits, and cope with the emotional impact of illness
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Therapy for Therapists & Health Care Providers
An affirming, non-judgmental space for therapists and health care providers to explore how their clinical work impacts their own mental and physical well-being.
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Consultation, Training and Program Development
Schedule consultation, a guest lecture or get support with program development and evaluation