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Florence once had her life planned to perfection — until anorexia, anxiety, and depression shattered the future she imagined. Recovery meant grieving the life she thought she’d have and learning to build a new one rooted in truth, resilience, and self-worth. As an autistic woman, she now understands how much of her story was shaped by masking, perfectionism, and feeling “too much” in a world that didn’t make space for her.

Now a primary teacher specializing in children’s mental health, Florence turns her lived experience into support for young people who deserve to feel seen and safe. Her advocacy spans Girls Talk, Project HEAL, and now ERC’s Say It Brave Collective — a full-circle moment where she gives back to the community that helped her find herself again.

Florence believes in speaking boldly, healing openly, and reminding others that when life breaks apart, a different — and beautiful — future can still be made.

Abbey Griffith, MPAS, PA-C, is a dedicated Physician Assistant practicing at our Denver, Colorado facility, where she provides compassionate care to individuals facing behavioral health challenges. Abbey’s clinical expertise includes comprehensive assessments and treatment plans for a variety of psychiatric and medical conditions, with a focus on holistic, patient-centered care. She brings a strong foundation in both mental health and general medicine, making her a versatile provider within her team.

Abbey earned her Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) from Duquesne University, where she graduated from the ARC-PA accredited program in 2019. Her clinical rotations spanned multiple specialties, including women’s health, emergency medicine, cardiology, pediatrics, and surgery. She also gained valuable experience in behavioral health and internal medicine, which laid the groundwork for her current focus on mental health at ERC Pathlight. Abbey’s research on "Serial Excisional Debridement with Autografting as a Treatment for Calciphylaxis" further demonstrates her commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes.

In addition to her clinical work, Abbey is a dedicated member of various professional organizations, including Pi Kappa Epsilon and the Physician Assistant Student Association. Abbey’s passion for patient care, coupled with her rigorous training and experience, makes her a valued member of the healthcare community in Denver.

Adee Levinstein, MS, RD, LD, CEDS-C, is an eating disorders dietitian with extensive experience across multiple levels of care. She has a strong background in working with student-athletes on college campuses, where she has developed a deep understanding of the unique challenges they face. Adee's expertise extends to training staff in a variety of settings, and she is adept at navigating the nuances of eating disorders treatment in those environments.

In her role, Adee supports campus professionals in overcoming barriers and helping their students achieve their goals, bringing a collaborative approach to her work. She also supports education and resource efforts for additional settings, including virtual-first companies. She is actively engaged in professional memberships and boards, including the International Association for Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp), the International Federation of Eating Disorders Dietitians (IFEDD), the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), the Heartland iaedp chapter, and NetworkED. Adee frequently presents at conferences to share insights and strategies on various eating disorder and nutrition-related topics.

Prior to joining Eating Recovery Center, she was selected to join the Gatorade Sports Nutrition Immersion Program Fellowship. Adee earned her MS in Exercise Physiology from Auburn University and a BS in Medical Dietetics from the University of Missouri.

Dr. Michel is a licensed clinical psychologist with 30 years of experience in the treatment of eating disorders and related conditions. She is also a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist Supervisor. She has been involved in prevention, education, and advocacy efforts throughout her career.

In 2008, Dr. Michel founded and directed The Woodlands Eating Disorders Center in The Woodlands, Texas, a clinic specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. She partnered with Eating Recovery Center in 2015 to expand the scope of services in the greater Houston area and later opened Pathlight Mood and Anxiety Center. She has served as a Regional Clinical Director, South Region, and Regional Clinical Director of Virtual Services. She was most recently appointed to National Clinical Director of Virtual Care.

Dr. Michel presents educational lectures to professionals, schools, and the general community. She founded eating disorder post-doctoral psychology fellowship programs in her region as well as programs for psychiatry fellows in the Texas Medical Center. She also publishes articles on eating disorders in professional journals as well as in community magazines and co-authored the book, When Dieting Becomes Dangerous: A Guide to Understanding Anorexia and Bulimia. Dr. Michel maintains her status as a clinical faculty member at Tulane University School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. She is a founding member and Past-President of Houston Eating Disorders Specialists and continues to serve on the Executive Board. She is an elected Fellow in the Academy for Eating Disorders (AED). She has served on the AED Medical Care Standards Committee as a member and advisor. She was also past Co-Chair of AED’s Advocacy and Communications Committee. Dr. Michel is also a member of The International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (IAEDP) in addition to other professional organizations.

Ovidio Bermudez, M.D. is the Senior Medical Advisor for Eating Recovery Center and affiliates. He holds academic appointments as Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at the University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. He is Board certified in Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine.

Dr. Bermudez is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine, the Academy for Eating Disorders, and the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals. He is Past Chairman and currently Senior Advisor to the Board of Directors of the National Eating Disorders Association, Co-Founder of the Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee and Co-founder of the Oklahoma Eating Disorders Association. He is a current Board member and a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist and training supervisor with the International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals.

Dr. Bermudez has lectured nationally and internationally on eating pathology across the lifespan, obesity, and other topics related to pediatric and adult healthcare. He has been repeatedly recognized for his dedication, advocacy, professional achievement and clinical excellence in the field of eating disorders, including Lifetime Achievement Awards from IAEDP.

Jeana Cost is the Vice President of Operations and Clinical Services of the ACUTE Center for Eating Disorders & Severe Malnutrition. In her role, she is tasked with ensuring an excellent patient care and referral experience at ACUTE, coordinating among medical, clinical and administrative teams within ACUTE and the greater Denver Health Medical Center community. Prior to joining ACUTE, Jeana served as Vice President, Patient Engagement at Eating Recovery Center and Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center, as well as several other admissions-facing roles since joining the organization in 2010.  

Jeana brings more than 15 years mental health experience to ACUTE, including extensive experience in pre-admission patient assessment, treatment recommendations and collaboration with families and outpatient teams. She actively and compassionately collaborates with medical and clinical leadership to identify the best care for patients and families. 

Jeana earned a BA in Psychology, a BS in Health Care Administration and an MS in Community Counseling from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She is recognized by the state of Colorado as a Licensed Professional Counselor and recently earned her Certified Eating Disorder Specialist (CEDS) credential from iaedp. 

Ivy Watts, a former Division II All-American track athlete, who appeared to have it all together struggled daily with her mental health, in silence. After finally seeking help, Ivy, who is Certified in Mental Health First Aid and has her Masters in Public Health is now dedicated to promoting mental wellness and self-love and reducing mental health stigma through public speaking in her business Ivy Watts Speaks, and her mental health blog, Beautifully Simply You.