ABOUT ME
Hello and welcome to my practice. I’m Brooke Bailer, a licensed psychologist based in Philadelphia specializing in weight loss, eating disorders, and bariatric surgery. I have been working with clients in a clinical setting since 2005 and have gained expertise in the treatment a broader set of psychological concerns. While in graduate school, I obtained specialized training in the treatment of anxiety disorders, including OCD and specific phobias. I also gained experience treating any number of psychological concerns in a community-based psychological clinic including depression and other mood disorders. During my internship at Temple Hospital, I gained experience in the treatment of individuals learning to cope with chronic health issues.
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From 2010-2018, I worked at the Center for Weight and Eating Disorders at the University of Pennsylvania, where I served as the Director of Education. From 2014-2021, I also operated as an independent contractor at the Center for Obesity Research and Education at Temple University, primarily focusing on maternal health equity research protocols.
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I received my Ph.D. from Fairleigh Dickinson University and completed my pre-doctoral internship at the Temple University Health Sciences Center and my postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Pennsylvania Center for Weight and Eating Disorders. I hold an M.S. in Medical Anthropology and a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania.
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I have extensive experience in the clinical setting and was awarded the Patricia Lipschutz Distinguished Clinician Award in 2013. My research has been published in scientific journals, covered by major media outlets, and presented at conferences nationwide.
I strive to draw upon my academic experience—as a researcher, teacher, and clinician—to bring my patients cutting-edge, evidence-based techniques to treat a number of concerns, including anxiety and mood disorders, body image concerns, and eating disorders.
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I feel privileged to be in a position to help people achieve their goals toward a more fulfilling life. I look forward to meeting you. Get in touch with me today to schedule an appointment.