Anna Katherine Black

Dr. Black epitomizes compassionate care in her role, demonstrating an unwavering dedication to understanding the intricate struggles and emotions of her patients. What sets her apart is her innate ability to communicate complex medical information in accessible language, ensuring that patients feel informed and empowered to take an active role in their care journey. Her humility and confidence create a safe space for patients to express themselves openly, allowing her to tailor treatment plans with precision and effectiveness. With a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University of Mississippi, Dr. Black has honed her expertise through diverse training experiences across various healthcare settings. Her journey has included roles in hospitals, integrated primary care facilities, and outpatient specialty clinics, all marked by a steadfast focus on health psychology. She is particularly passionate about addressing complex, multifaceted conditions, especially those related to the gut-brain connection. Dr. Black’s clinical superpower lies in her creativity and willingness to think outside the box. She avoids cookie-cutter approaches, favoring personalized strategies that consider each patient’s unique history, lifestyle, and emotional landscape. Through her compassionate care, innovative strategies, and deep understanding of chronic medical conditions, Dr. Black helps her patients reclaim their quality of life and find renewed hope on their journey toward wellness. The GI Psychology team is here to support you in accomplishing your goals and resolving your problems. Rather than forcing your goals to fit into specific treatments, our clinicians aid and guide your healing through a combination of treatment models by tailoring them to what you need for success. Your experience and needs are unique; your therapy should be the same. By utilizing evidence based treatments, our clinicians can help you take back control of your thoughts and improve your understanding of how your environment might influence your behavior. GI Psychology specializes in Disorders of the Gut Brain Interaction and utilizes evidenced based treatments in order to treat them; specifically Clinical Hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. All of our clinicians are well versed in working along side you to maximize your physical and psychological recovery and growth.