Dr Carolyn Ross

Medical Doctor

“An experienced medical doctor who offers therapy and medication management for people with obesity, eating disorders and addictions.”

About Me

If you are navigating obesity, eating disorders, or addictions, I offer an integrated approach. As an experienced medical doctor, I combine thoughtful therapy with careful medication management. My medical background helps bridge the gap between psychological and physical health. This can be especially helpful for conditions benefiting from both perspectives. We work together to find sustainable strategies for your wellbeing.

Approach

Sessions blend medical clarity with a steady, compassionate pace so practical choices feel manageable rather than overwhelming. In San Diego or online, I use a predictable structure—brief assessments, focused goals, mindfulness exercises and regular collaborative check‑ins—that fits adults working alone or in groups. I monitor symptoms, adjust treatments when indicated, and make space for habits, urges and mood to be explored between meetings. People navigating weight, eating or addictive challenges often find this approach stabilizing and forward‑moving.

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Basic Information

San Diego, United States

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
Consultation
An initial meeting with a therapist to discuss concerns, ask questions, and determine whether they are the right fit.
Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Group Therapy
Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Works With:

Adults
Groups
Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Behaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Eating Disorders
A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.
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