SACRAMENTO OUTPATIENT EATING DISORDER PROGRAM

Gillian Francis

A licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), Gillian has been working with Center for Discovery since 2021 and is currently the program director at the Sacramento outpatient program. Gillian is passionate about honoring each individual’s journey and utilizes approaches that emphasize empowerment with clients. She believes that each individual has the capacity for meaningful change in their lives. When she is not working with clients, she enjoys watercolor painting and time outdoors with her husband and their dog, Charlie.

Chermayne Moore

Chermayne (she/her) is an associate marriage and family therapist bringing years of experience in mental health to her new role. A student athlete her whole life, Chermayne played basketball at Dixie State University where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. She also graduated from Holy Names University. Chermayne has worked in various mental health settings including residential, school-based and community programs. She has experience working with individuals struggling with mood disorders, trauma and complex trauma, depression and anxiety. In her work, Chermayne utilizes a trauma-focused and strength-based approach, incorporating various modalities including dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), narrative therapy and person-centered therapy. She also utilizes evidence-based interventions such as mindfulness, radical acceptance and self-regulation strategies. Chermayne is passionate about working with individuals, children and families on their journey to self-discovery, growth and healing. She values creating a space where individuals can learn more about themselves, overcome barriers and discover who they are without judgement through honesty, integrity, empathy and acceptance. Chermayne is an avid believer in self-care, taking time to recharge and pouring into yourself. She is committed to bringing these values into her work with individuals and families. Chermayne implements these values in her own life by remaining active: hiking, walking her dogs, spending time with family and watching a good Netflix series.

Bridgett Von Kahle

Bridgett previously worked with Center for Discovery as a dietetic technician in residential treatment in 2016 and returned in March 2021 as a registered dietitian. In her role, Bridgett will be guiding patients through partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs for eating disorders, helping them achieve full and fulfilling lives after discharge. Bridgett earned her Bachelor of Science degree in nutrition with a psychology minor from the University of California at Davis. She completed her Master of Science degree in nutrition and completed a dietetic internship with Idaho State University. Bridgett spent several years as a certified dietary manager for skilled and long-term nursing facilities before completing her internship. She holds a fervor for both mental health and nutritional health, with eating disorders meeting at a sector between both. Bridgett is passionate about community nutrition and accessible healthcare through fully inclusive treatment to patients. She hopes to continue growing as an inclusive healthcare provider and engage in advocacy for community and public health organizations. Outside of work, Bridgett enjoys exploring the outdoors going camping, kayaking and hiking with her German Shepherd, Mousse.

Alexis Evans

Alexis Evans has been working with Center for Discovery since 2021 as the facility manager for the Sacramento outpatient facility. She is dedicated to keeping the facility running smoothly while helping clients on their road to recovery. Alexis received her bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from Pepperdine University in 2017 and has been working in the healthcare field ever since. She has a passion for providing necessary healthcare options to varying populations and is adept at building relationships with clients who’ve experienced varying levels of trauma. Prior to coming to Center for Discovery, Alexis worked for a non-profit organization that provided medical services to underserved populations in the Bay Area. One of Alexis’s ultimate goals is to help to improve the country’s healthcare system, in order to reduce barriers to care. When Alexis is not at work, she loves family game nights and catching up on her favorite Netflix series.

Julia Gordillo

Julia has been working with Center for Discovery since 2021 and is currently a counselor for the Sacramento outpatient treatment program. She is extremely excited to be working for Center for Discovery, supporting individuals through eating disorder recovery, supporting dieticians and therapists, running groups, and facilitating meals. Julia graduated from UC Davis with a degree in psychology and gender, sexuality, and women’s studies. During her time in college, she worked as an EMT for two years and discovered her passion in working with those struggling through mental health crises. After graduating, she worked for the housing program through the Sacramento LGBT Center. Julia was recently accepted into Sacramento State’s marriage and family therapy graduate program. Her passions include helping queer youth, working with the homeless population and supporting those in underserved communities. When she’s not at work, Julia loves to sing along loudly to musical theater songs, spend time with her friends and family, lay out in the sun at the river, lake or beach, and travel!

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Deborah L. Ramirez, AMFT

Deborah earned her Master’s in Counseling Psychology from William Jessup University. Deborah is a registered Associate Marriage and Family therapist whose primary focus and experience has been working with children suffering with severe to moderate emotional disturbance. Deborah is gifted in connecting with her young client’s while simultaneously validating their family’s experience as they work toward improving communication and the overall family dynamic.

Deborah began working at Center for Discovery in 2021 as a Primary Therapist providing individual and family therapy for patients of the Partial Hospitalization and Intensive outpatient program.

Deborah enjoys spending time with family and friends, being in nature, running, and all things Wonder Women.