Dr. Benton is the Owner and Director of Oak City Psychology and a Licensed Psychologist in the state of North Carolina. Her primary specialty is the treatment of people who struggle with eating disorders and body image concerns. In addition to over ten years of experience in this area, she has a Certified Eating Disorders Specialist (CEDS) credential from the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp). Dr. Benton also has extensive training and experience in working with the LGBTQIQ community (particularly individuals who are transitioning), and with women in the areas of pregnancy, parenting and pregnancy/child loss. Dr. Benton earned her Master of Arts and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University (formerly Georgia School of Professional Psychology). She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Bachelor of Arts in Women’s Studies from the University of North Carolina in Chapel Hill.