Dawn Smith-Theodore, MA, MFT, CEDS was a former professional dancer, owned a dance studio for 25 years in Los Angeles and is the author of “TuTu Thin” A Guide to Dancing Without an Eating Disorder. Dawn has written articles for Pointe Magazine and her book has been featured in Pointe, Dance Teacher and Dance Magazine. She was most recently interviewed by People Magazine as an eating disorder expert in the entertainment field. Dawn is also a leader in the treatment of eating disorders, adding to her psychotherapy practice the insights of a dance professional, who has personally recovered from anorexia nervosa. Dawn has treated eating disorders for over 20 years and has a private practice in Los Angeles. She was a Clinical Director and National Director of Day Treatment Services for Monte Nido and Affiliates. Dawn appeared on “Starving Secrets” as an eating disorder expert on Lifetime. Dawn enjoys speaking to dancers around the world on how to be a healthy dancer.