Maria Ortiz, MS, LMHC, CEDS graduated with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Keiser University, and is a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. She currently is a co-owner of BreakFree Therapy Services, LLC, co-owner of The Weight Of It All, LLC, and co-host on the podcast, On The Mic With ED. Maria provides individual, group, and family psychotherapy specializing in eating disorders for all ages with an emphasis on children and faith-based counseling upon request. As a D1 gymnast, Maria also is equipped to work with athletes as well.
Maria is a leading voice in the eating disorder community. She was a Key Note Speaker at “Normal is Overrated”, a Kids Minds Matter Event.
She continues to run in-services and educational trainings for professionals at neighboring community mental health centers and hospital systems given her expertise in eating disorders. She has been published in the Society for the Advancement of Psychotherapy’s Bulletin on topics like eating disorders and pregnancy and eating disorders across sports.
Previously she authored, edited, and managed a monthly eating disorder blog disseminating pertinent information to her community.
Maria received her Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology from University of Iowa which allows her to provide collaborative and informed care needed within the eating disorder field. She is paneled on the National Registry Emergency Medical Technician and has experience working in rehabilitation for a dual diagnosis inpatient/residential facility.
