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The Food Allergy Counselor

You've likely heard the term "oral food challenge" mentioned by your allergist or in online food allergy support groups. But if you...

If you've ever experienced an allergic reaction or witnessed your child experiencing one, then you're likely familiar with how it can...

The latest podcast episode of Exploring Food Allergy Families was inspired by stories I've read about within food allergy support groups,...

I'm very excited about this announcement. Not only does it relate to topics I am passionate about, but it's also a resource that I think...

By now, phrases like "social distancing" and "flatten the curve" are commonplace due to the current Coronavirus pandemic. Bombarded with...

CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT 2019 IS ALMOST OVER?! As this year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on the past year and give...

Due to the positive feedback I've received for the Food Allergy Mindset worksheet I shared a few months ago, I've decided to publish...

Note: I'm not an allergist, so this piece should not be taken as medical advice. However, I'm a  licensed clinical professional...

Due to the positive feedback I've received for the Food Allergy Mindset worksheet I shared a few months ago, I've decided to publish...

You realize your anxiety levels are rising to a level that impacts your daily life, and nothing you're doing seems to be helping. An...

Day 7: PDF Worksheet To Use or Share! Today marks the end of Food Allergy Awareness Week 2019. I've covered a lot within the last seven...

Day 6: Fight Food Allergy Fears w/Facts Fear is a present-oriented basic emotion that typically occurs as a response to a real or...

Day 4: Food Allergy Anxiety Resources Anxiety isn't necessarily a bad emotion. Neither is stress. They can be useful feelings, driving us...

Day 1: Food Allergy Support Groups Being a member of a health-focused support group is now about as common as stopping at Starbucks daily...

Another food allergy-related tragedy recently populated our social media feeds. This story involved a  teenage boy, all set to graduate...

When we enter into a relationship with someone, many of us envision a fun-loving and exciting bond with a companion exhibiting qualities...

It's hard when friends don't understand or follow your family's food allergy rules, but it's even harder (and more disappointing) when...