Dr. Melodie Simmons, MS, LPC, CEDS-S, ACHE is a highly accomplished and respected professional in the field of behavioral health. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Simmons has held various leadership roles since 2013. She is a licensed Professional Counselor in Arizona and a registered supervisor on the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners. Dr. Simmons is renowned as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor and is a distinguished member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.

Dr. Simmons's extensive educational background includes a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Mississippi College, followed by advanced studies in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program at Vanderbilt University. Her diverse career path has provided her with unique insights into body image concerns and eating disorders, gained through her work in the fashion industry as a result of being recruited by a SAG-AFTRA model and talent agency in Nashville, TN. Dr. Simmons's commitment to addressing the critical need for more representation and diversity in the field led her to establish her own private practice, specializing in the treatment of eating disorders.

Beyond her clinical practice, Dr. Simmons has made significant contributions to the professional community. She currently serves as the President of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp) Phoenix Chapter, a position she will hold from 2023 to 2025. Previously, she served as the Social-Media/Marketing Chair from 2021 to 2022. Dr. Simmons's dedication to advancing the field is further demonstrated by her advisory role on the National iaedp committee for Curriculum Development and her membership in the AAEDP-BIPOC subcommittee, highlighting her commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of eating disorders.

With her impressive credentials and accomplishments, Dr. Simmons exemplifies professionalism, expertise, and compassion in her work. Her ongoing pursuit of knowledge and dedication to the field have culminated in her recently earned Doctorate in Healthcare Administration, further solidifying her status as a respected authority in her field. Through her private practice, Dr. Simmons continues to positively impact the lives of individuals struggling with eating disorders, offering them a path to recovery and a fulfilling life.