Samantha Buchanan, MA, LMFT, is a compassionate Marriage and Family Therapist dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive space where individuals can navigate the complexities of life. With expertise in Women's Issues, Anxiety, and Self-Esteem, Samantha's goal is to empower her clients to overcome obstacles and realize their full potential. She is particularly passionate about assisting those dealing with body dissatisfaction and disordered eating through a Health at Every Size and anti-diet philosophy. Utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques including Compassion Focused, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotionally Focused approaches, she prioritizes creating a collaborative, empathetic, and judgment-free relationship with her clients. With specialized training in eating disorders, Samantha enjoys working with adolescents and adults striving to heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Drawing from her experience as a former athlete, she understands the pressures of athletic excellence and is dedicated to helping current and former athletes find balance and peace in their relationship with food, exercise, and self-image. Additionally, she has extensive experience guiding teenagers who struggle with anxiety, often using humor to connect and create a meaningful therapeutic experience. Samantha looks forward to the opportunity to help individuals and families on their journey to healing.