Jacquelyn Eke

Jacquelyn Ekern, MS, LPC founded Eating Disorder Hope in 2005, driven by a profound desire to help those struggling with anorexia, bulimia and binge-eating disorder. This passion resulted from her own battle with, and recovery from, an eating disorder. As director, Jacquelyn manages the Eating Disorder Hope Corporation and the www.eatingdisorderhope.com website. In addition, she operates a closed private counseling practice that specializes in the treatment of eating disorders.

Jacquelyn has a Bachelor of Science in Human Services degree from The University of Phoenix and a Masters degree in Counseling/Psychology, from Capella University. She has extensive experience in the eating disorder field including advanced education in psychology, participation and contributions to additional eating disorder groups, symposiums, and professional associations. She is an active member of the National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA), Academy of Eating Disorders (AED), International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals and the Eating Disorders Coalition(EDC).