Eileen Chaves — Psychologist in Columbus, OH
Address700 Children's Dr OH, Columbus, OH 43205
Phone+1614-461-2000
Websitenationwidechildrens.org
Eileen Chaves is a pediatric psychologist at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, with a focus on the intersection of chronic health concerns, particularly pediatric obesity, mental health, and family dynamics. She holds a PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver and an MSc in Counseling Studies from the University of Abertay Dundee. Dr. Chaves' clinical work and research explore how mental health and family dynamics influence the treatment of child and adolescent obesity. She has presented nationally on weight bias, stigma, and disordered eating in pediatric obesity. Her research interests include genetic obesity, patient experience, pediatric obesity, shared decision-making, and therapeutic alliance, with a focus on modifiable factors in the patient-provider interaction.
Best for
- Children with obesity
- Adolescents with obesity
- Families facing chronic health concerns
- Patients with disordered eating patterns
| Key services | Pediatric psychology, Weight management, Mental health services, Family dynamics counseling |
| Tags | pediatric psychologist, obesity, childhood obesity, eating disorders, mental health, family dynamics, columbus ohio, nationwide children's hospital, adolescent health, chronic health |
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Nationwide Children's Hospital offers behavioral health services at its downtown Columbus location. The clinic provides community-based behavioral health services by appointment. Families can schedule appointments by calling the provided number. The hospital system is recognized for its nationally ranked specialists and comprehensive care across various medical and surgical specialties, including neurology and pediatric surgery. They also offer resources for patients and families, such as health and wellness information, support groups, and educational materials.