Kimberly Sheffield, PhD, MA, BS
Psychology
Care Philosophy
My care philosophy for adolescents struggling with eating disorders is firmly rooted in the principles of Family-Based Treatment (FBT), which views the family as the most crucial resource for recovery. I believe in empowering parents and equipping them with the practical skills to help their child interrupt eating disorder behaviors and achieve full weight restoration and normalization of eating. This approach is intensely pragmatic and agnostic about the cause of the disorder, focusing instead on rapid behavioral change. My role is that of a coach and collaborator, working alongside the family. Ultimately, my goal is to facilitate the adolescent's full physical and psychological recovery while strengthening the underlying family bonds.
Clinical Interest for Patients
My main clinical interest is the assessment and treatment of pediatric eating disorders.
Title(s)
Associate Director of Psychology Training at Children's Hospital Colorado, Child and Adolescent Psychologist
Credentials
Master of Art Bachelor of Science Doctor of Philosphy
Specialty
Psychology
Scheduling Phone Number
720-777-1234
Gender
Female
Languages
English
Hospital Affiliation
Children's Hospital Colorado
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Phone: 720-777-1234 720-777-1234
Provider Information
Specialties
- Psychology
Conditions
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Mental Health and Behavior
Anxiety , Eating Disorders , Depression
Interests and Activities
Personal Interests
Outside of work, I enjoy cross training, reading, crochet, and spending time with my husband and two kids.
Department
Associate Professor of Clinical Practice, Psychiatry-Child
Professional Memberships
Academy for Eating Disorders, Member American Psychological Association, Member
Education and Training
Undergraduate Schools
BS, Union College (NY) (2010)
Graduate Schools
MA, Louisiana State University (2012)
PhD, Louisiana State University (2015)
Internships
Denver Health Medical Center Program (2015)
Fellowships
University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program (2016)
Information for referring providers
Referral Contact Phone
720-777-1234