Mari Ballas is a compassionate Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor with a wealth of experience in outpatient settings. She specializes in supporting individuals grappling with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, depression, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and personality disorders. Mari's practice is characterized by a harmonious blend of evidence-based modalities, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She approaches therapy through the lens of Health At Every Size® (HAES) and Intuitive Eating, dedicated to creating a safe and inclusive space for individuals of all sizes, ages, races, gender identities, and abilities. Mari collaborates closely with her clients to craft personalized therapeutic plans that align with their goals. Drawing from her own experiences with eating disorders, Mari brings a unique perspective to the therapeutic relationship, fueling her passion for helping others on their journeys to recovery. She firmly believes that healing is not only possible, but is a beautiful and deserving process. Mari is excited and honored to accompany her clients as they build lives worth living.