Jyoti Michele Daniere

Jyoti Michele Daniere is a seasoned counselor with 20 years of experience in treating individuals with eating disorders, including Binge Eating Disorder, as well as those facing depression, anxiety, and trauma. She serves a diverse clientele that includes adults, adolescents, and families. In 1991, she founded The Burlington Eating Disorders Center in Vermont, where she has been instrumental in helping numerous individuals overcome their challenges through a collaborative team approach that includes nutritionists, family therapists, primary care providers, and psychiatrists. Jyoti’s background includes roles as a counselor and student affairs officer at esteemed institutions such as Middlebury College and UVM. Additionally, her work with survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, and harassment at the Office of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response at Harvard University highlights her compassionate and dedicated approach. She employs a wide range of therapeutic modalities to address eating disorders and related issues, utilizing techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), narrative therapy, and feminist psychology. Mindfulness training is a key aspect of her practice, enabling clients to regulate their emotions effectively. By fostering a supportive environment, clients learn to embrace their emotions instead of using their eating disorders as a coping mechanism. Jyoti also possesses extensive experience in cross-cultural counseling and has developed a special connection with individuals involved in theater, music, and the creative arts, making her a versatile and empathetic guide on their journey towards healing.