Dr. Karen Samuels is a highly respected psychologist with a PhD and a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS). She specializes in counseling adults and families, particularly focusing on eating disorders, body image, health and wellness, anxiety, mood disorders, and relationship issues. With an impressive 34 years of experience, Dr. Samuels adopts a relational and cultural approach to empower individuals to thrive amidst the challenges of the 21st century. Her methods incorporate mindfulness practices and adaptive strategies, emphasizing a collaborative and strength-based approach for optimal health outcomes. Since 1990, she has provided impactful counseling services in the community and co-founded two nonprofit organizations dedicated to outreach in eating disorders and body image. Dr. Samuels also trains Family Medicine Resident physicians to enhance their understanding and care concerning body image and disordered eating. As a lifelong yogi, she elegantly weaves mindfulness practices into her therapeutic work, fostering resilience and coping skills in her clients. For those seeking inspiration and insights into health and wellness, Dr. Samuels encourages exploring her website and the COPE initiative’s social media pages: COPE: Community Outreach For the Prevention of Eating Disorders. #celebrateeverybody @cope_386