Dr. Ann Kearney-Cooke is a New York Times bestselling author, sought after professional speaker, researcher, and licensed psychologist.
She is internationally known for the treatment of eating disorders. Using a matter of fact approach and the guiding motto “The time for change is NOW”, she helps individuals struggling with anorexia, bulimia, and obesity recover utilizing the most effective, state of the art techniques.
Over the past thirty years, Dr. Kearney-Cooke’s, entertaining, and uplifting presentation style has earned her the reputation as one of the most powerful speakers and change agents of our time. She shares the latest scientific findings, innovative strategies, and inspiring stories. She is a Fellow of the International Academy of Eating Disorders. She has presented at over three hundred professional conferences and conducted workshops to train eating disorder therapists across the globe.
Dr. Kearney-Cooke has served as a consultant for Fortune 500 companies, including Procter & Gamble and Unilever. She has conducted research, served as a media spokesperson and developed curriculum and booklets to promote health and wellness. She was named a Distinguished Scholar for the Partnership for Gender Specific Medicine at Columbia University for her leadership and implementation of the Helping Girls Become Strong Woman Project.
Dr. Kearney-Cooke continues to be a familiar face with the media. Her groundbreaking research and creative approach have been featured numerous times on the Today Show, CBS Morning Show, CNN, and the Oprah Show. She has been interviewed about her work by Newspapers like the New York Times and Washington. She frequently is quoted in monthly magazines where she gives practical ideas on how to overcome overeating, develop a positive body image, and how to live a healthier, happier life.
Awards & Recognition
As an expert in the treatment of eating disorders, Dr. Ann has received numerous awards for the development of effective treatments for individuals struggling with anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating. She received the Craig Johnson Award for Clinical Practice and Training [National Eating Disorders Association, 2012].
