Carolyn Karoll

Carolyn Karoll, LCSW-C, CEDS-C, is a leading therapist renowned for her comprehensive approach to eating disorder treatment. As a Maryland State Board-Certified Licensed Clinical Social Worker and approved supervisor, Karoll holds the distinguished Certified Eating Disorder Specialist and Approved Consultant designation through the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals. She is an active member of the National Association of Social Workers and the Academy for Eating Disorders, contributing to the field through her work, mentorship, and advocacy.

With a foundation in Women's Studies from Towson State University and a Master’s in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, Karoll brings both a strong academic background and extensive practical experience. She has held significant roles, including family and group therapist at The Center for Eating Disorders at Sheppard Pratt Health System and Clinical Supervisor at The Renfrew Center of Baltimore. Karoll’s expertise spans individual, family, couples, and group therapy, addressing the nuanced challenges within eating disorder treatment.

In her private practice in Maryland, Karoll focuses on a socially conscious, trauma-informed approach to eating disorder recovery. Her commitment to eradicating weight stigma and her dedication to a social justice framework guide her work, helping clients understand the societal influences that shape body image and self-worth. By challenging harmful cultural norms, Karoll empowers individuals with strategies to overcome societal pressures, promoting healing and resilience.

A dynamic and engaging speaker, Karoll has presented at notable conferences, including the Maryland Psychological Association’s Annual Conference and The Renfrew Center’s Annual Conference, among others. Her expertise is widely recognized in the media, and her insights have been featured in outlets such as her Psychology Today blog, Eating Disorder Recovery: Understanding and Overcoming Eating Disorders. As the co-author of Eating Disorder Group Therapy: A Collaborative Approach, Karoll continues to shape the field, offering valuable guidance to professionals and individuals on their journey to recovery.