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Malia Sperry, PsyD., M.Ed
Dr. Malia Sperry created La Luna Center as a supportive resource for individuals struggling with disordered eating and body image concerns. She has a longstanding commitment to the respectful and effective treatment of eating disorders and developed La Luna Center’s Intensive Outpatient Program as a compilation of highly effective treatment components designed to be provided in a holistic, empowering, and nurturing environment. Malia has a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University/ Honolulu. She integrates cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, dynamic, and experiential techniques into her work with individuals groups, couples and families.
Therapists
Karen Drucker, PsyD., TEP
Dr. Karen Drucker is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Colorado and obtained her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the American School of Professional Psychology. Karen specializes in the treatment of trauma, addictions and eating disorder issues. She is highly trained in experiential therapy and group therapy modalities and is a certified practitioner of psychodrama, sociometry and group psychotherapy. Karen is a trainer in the Therapeutic Spiral Model, an experiential method for resolving trauma. Her extensive training and experience in experiential modalities has made her a valuable member of La Luna Center's treatment team since its inception. Karen sees clients in individual, family and couples therapy and also facilitates La Luna Center’s Experiential Therapy groups.
Sara Graham, LCSW
Sara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her Master’s degree from Smith College. She has extensive experience working with adults and adolescents with disordered eating and body image issues – as well as a broad range of other issues. Sara incorporates a variety of treatment modalities including psychodynamic and client centered approaches which are tailored to the unique needs of each individual. This empathic approach combines a focus on empowerment and concrete skill building while also helping her clients gain a deeper awareness of the underlying issues beyond weight and food. Sara sees clients in individual, couples and family therapy and also facilitates process groups at La Luna Center.
Marla Konowitch, M.A., LPC, CHT, CNT
Marla Konowitch is both a certified nutritionist therapist and a body centered psychotherapist. She earned her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Regis University, Denver. She is also a Certified Hakomi Psychotherapist, focusing on the mind, body, spirit connection. Her passion with the psychological and biological aspects of nourishment led her to the Nutrition Therapy Institute where she completed her nutrition certification. Additionally, Marla has training in EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Authentic Leadership and Mediation. Marla sees individual clients for nutrition as well as facilitating La Luna Center’s DBT/ Life skills & Appetite Awareness groups.
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Malia Sperry, PsyD.
Dr. Malia Sperry created La Luna Center as a supportive resource for individuals struggling with disordered eating and body image concerns. She has a longstanding commitment to the respectful and effective treatment of eating disorders and developed La Luna Center’s Intensive Outpatient Program as a compilation of highly effective treatment components designed to be provided in a holistic, empowering, and nurturing environment. Malia has a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University/ Honolulu. She integrates cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, dynamic, and experiential techniques into her work with individuals groups, couples and families.
Dr. Erin Tracy, PhD.
Dr. Erin Tracy completed her Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology at Colorado State University where she specialized in the research and treatment of eating and exercise disorders. She has extensive experience working with both adolescents and adults struggling with eating disorders. Erin’s clinical experiences span individual, group, and family therapy in outpatient, college counseling, and residential treatment settings. She has a collaborative and strengths-based therapeutic style and draws heavily from interpersonal and dialectical behavior techniques. Erin feels passionate about the respectful treatment of individuals recovering from all types of eating disorders.
Nutrition
Melissa Goldner, RD
Melissa is a Registered Dietitian with a strong background in the treatment of eating disorders. She provides nutritional support to individuals in the recovery process and promotes an intuitive approach to eating and wellness. Melissa creates a supportive environment, helping individuals find a balanced relationship with food and a lifestyle that works well for them. To further support her work with individuals in the recovery process, Melissa is obtaining her Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology from University of Colorado Denver and has completed the American Dietetic Association certificate of training in adult weight management. Her work is happily balanced by dancing, reading and laughing daily.
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Linda Craighead, PhD.
Dr. Linda Craighead's well researched and highly effective Appetite Awareness Model is a core component of La Luna Center’s intensive outpatient program. Linda is a licensed clinical psychologist in the state of Colorado and received her PhD. in Clinical Psychology from Pennsylvania State University. Linda has extensive experience in research, clinical work and supervision of clinicians working in the area of eating disorder treatment. Her sixty publications, more than half of which are dedicated to the topic of disordered eating, are a testament to her lifetime dedication to developing effective treatment options. Linda was involved in La Luna Center's conceptualization and development process. After many years on faculty at the University of Colorado Boulder, she has moved to Atlanta's Emory University where she continues her research and treatment of eating disorders. Linda continues to provide consultation and support for La Luna Center ongoing provision of effective evidenced based treatment.
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