Coaches

Eating disorder recovery coaches have proven to be game-changers in the recovery process and are important members of the comprehensive treatment team. Our coaches are followers of Jesus who understand the complexities of eating disorder recovery and are committed to walking with you on your journey to full recovery.

Your recovery coach will work with great intentionality towards transformed living. While we certainly want to abolish eating disordered behaviors, we also want to replace them with solutions that lead to a better way to live. The Bible gives us those answers.

In collaboration with your therapist and dietitian, we will work towards recovery goals. When the goals get tough (and they will), we are here to support and encourage you through the journey. Recovery includes wading through a lot of heavy hurt, confusion, regret, shame, and a whole host of other emotions. We pray that you find in our team a source of comfort, wisdom, support, and motivation in your sessions.

Coaches

  • Allison Johns

    Having served with Charis Eating Disorder Care in some capacity since its founding, Allison is committed to helping women overcome their eating disorders by providing vital support and resources for recovery. As a recovery coach, Allison adds an essential layer of accountability and encouragement to the treatment team, and she is dedicated to helping others find hope, healing, and transformation through Christ. 

    Allison has over two decades of local church experience in ministry roles that included worship and music, women’s ministry, youth ministry, and creative arts & communication. She and her husband, Shane, own Anchored Christian Counseling in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

  • Hallie Orton

    Hallie Orton has a Bachelor of Social Work from North Central University with a Minor in Christian Studies and a Master of Social Work from St. Catherine University. Hallie has a heart for seeing people restored and living free from the bondage of disordered eating. Hallie is committed to meeting people where they are and walking alongside each individual as they experience God's transformative power in their recovery. With a deep understanding of the complexities surrounding eating disorders, Hallie integrates faith-based principles with evidence-based therapeutic techniques to empower clients on their healing journey.

     Hallie has a variety of experiences working in various capacities in the mental health field. In addition to working with patients who have eating disorders, Hallie has experience working with individuals with co-occurring diagnoses such as functional neurologic disorders, chronic illnesses, trauma and stressor-related disorders, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, and a variety of other conditions on the neurodivergent spectrum including Autism and ADHD. 

Let’s Chat!

We are more than happy to offer a complimentary discovery call to determine if we’re a good fit and to answer any questions that may be remaining. If you’d like to schedule that call, or for more information, please complete the form below. We look forward to meeting you!

  • Our individual sessions are conducted through video conferencing.

    You may be assigned homework for upcoming sessions that will be of great benefit to you in the recovery process.

  • COACHING:

    • Coaching Package I with Recovery Coach (One 45-60 min. session each week w/text or email correspondence throughout the week for accountability and support, as approved by coach): $125/week

    • Coaching Package II with Recovery Coach (Two 45-60 min. sessions each week with text or email correspondence throughout the week for accountability and support, as approved by coach): $250/week

    THERAPY*:

    • Therapy Sessions (45-60 minutes): $125/session

    *Client and Consultant must both live in state of existing licensure.

  • Sessions are 45 minutes in length at a mutually agreed upon day and time. A credit card authorization form will be kept on file so that we can charge it following each session.

    Cancellations should be made at a minimum of 24 hours in advance to avoid a late charge of $50.

PLEASE NOTE: Most of our coaches are not licensed therapists, doctors, dieticians, or any other type of healthcare professionals. Website content, coaching, and speaking messages are based on personal opinion for encouragement purposes only. They aren’t intended to provide professional medical, dietary, or mental health advice and should not be considered as such. Seek licensed, professional, and medical help for the issues you face.

If you are experiencing a mental health or medical emergency call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.