Hi, I’m Ashlyn,

I am a licensed clinical social worker and qualified supervisor in the state of Florida. I have worked in just about every type of social work arena from court-ordered drug treatment to dialysis to community-based outpatient centers. I have worked in the trenches for most of my career but also found a love and passion for supervising and helping new therapists. 

I am myself a bariatric patient, celebrating more than 10 years since surgery. I find myself in a place where less than 5% of bariatric patients will find themselves: I have kept off 100% of my excess weight at a 10-year follow-up. So in addition to the research & clinical experience, I also personally know a thing or two on how to be a successful bariatric patient. 

I am a member of the ASMBS so I stay up to date with research and knowledge in this constantly evolving field. I have been working with ASMBS to ensure that mental health providers have a place at the table. Just the presence or input of mental health workers is a little new for the field. 

Lastly, I’m an unofficial misinformation dispeller. Misinformation about bariatric surgery is rampant. People have very strong opinions about things they know little about. Our clients are going to run into this misinformation too, and it’s important that we have the information, tools, and facts to give them up-to-date information.