Eating Disorder Treatment & Family-Based Therapy for Teens in Clive, Iowa
Turning Hope Into Healing
Welcome, Take a Breath. Since you are reading this, you are most likely pursuing change in your life and or relationships. I am Sabrina, a compassionate and holistic psychotherapist, and I would be honored to work with you collaboratively in your healing journey.
Eating Disorder & Trauma Therapy Services
Seeking counseling or asking for support takes courage, especially in a culture of independence and self-reliance. I know it is not easy, and I respect that you are considering this step. I firmly believe that effective therapeutic relationships are powerful for achieving healing and lasting change. In-person and Telehealth service options are provided.
Outpatient Family-Based Treatment (FBT) for Adolescent Eating Disorders
This is a 20-sessions program for adolescents with Anorexia Nervosa with personalized intake including standardized questionnaires and tests for both patient and parents/caregivers. FBT is a research-based intervention and the “gold standard” for treating Anorexia Nervosa…
Individual Therapy & Counseling
If you are in need of mental health counseling and psychological support for Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Attachment Issues, Life Transitions, or Relationship Problems, contact Enlighten Me Counseling to work collaboratively with you…
Complex Trauma & PTSD Treatment (EMDR)
Traumatic events can happen, but they don’t have to define who you are. You are not your trauma. You are not what happened to you. You are not the result of all your bad experiences or situations in life. You are so much more than that…
Professional Consultation for Therapists (FBT & EMDR)
Therapists need guidance too. I provide three types of consultation for professionals: EMDR, FBT, and new therapists. You will receive knowledge and resources in a trustworthy environment…
Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you doesn’t mean you can, should or need to do it alone.
– Lisa Olivera
Hi, I’m Sabrina Sartori Chouinard, LISW, CEDS-C
I’m a Licensed Independent Social Worker in Iowa and a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Brazil with over 20 years of counseling experience. I am an iaedp™ Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Approved Consultant (CEDS-C), an EMDRIA Approved Consultant, an EMDR Certified Therapist, and a Certified Family-Based Treatment (FBT) provider through Stanford University and the Training Institute for Child and Adolescent Eating Disorders. I am bicultural and bilingual in English and Portuguese and specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image concerns, trauma, and anxiety using evidence-based approaches.
I develop customized treatment plans based on each client’s needs. I work collaboratively with pediatricians, primary care providers, registered dietitians, psychiatrists, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, team-based care. In addition to my clinical practice, I provide consultation to therapists in eating disorder treatment, EMDR, and Family-Based Treatment throughout the United States and internationally. I believe that a strong therapeutic relationship and the use of advanced, evidence-based protocols are the foundation for meaningful healing and lasting change. I offer both in-person and telehealth services for clients throughout Iowa.
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Testimonial
“I had the pleasure of participating with Sabrina Sartori Chouinard’s training and certification in Family Based Treatment for adolescent with Anorexia Nervosa. She provides excellent clinical care that is firmly grounded in the FBT model.”
D. Blake Woodside MD FRCPC
Medical Director Emeritus, Program for Eating Disorders, Toronto General Hospital
Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Toronto