First Step EDEC TM

First Step EDEC TM

Compassionate Care for Eating Disorders in Tampa Bay

At First STEP EDEC we provide comprehensive medical, psychiatric, nutrition and therapy evaluations while offering personalized treatment plans for children, adolescents, and young adults who may be experiencing disordered eating—all in one convenient location. Let us help you and your family take the first step toward healing with expert providers and family-focused care.

Meet the Team

With over 40 years combined professional experience in the field of Eating Disorders from all levels of care; Outpatient/Intensive Outpatient/ Partial Hospitalization/Residential and In-patient care the Clinicians at First Step EDEC will use evidenced based assessments and practice-based evaluations to create thoughtful and compassionate recommendations for treatment in the community. Meet the team:

Megan Toufexis

DO, Adult and Child Psychiatry
About Dr. Toufexis

Katy Rosini MPH

MPH, LCSW
About Katy

Kourtney Gordon

MS, RD/LD, CEDS-C
About Kourtney

Who We Are

Are you or a loved one struggling with disordered eating? We are here to help. Our Consultation Clinic for Eating Disorders provides a complete evaluation and tailored treatment plan for children and adolescents in one convenient location.  The need for a proper diagnosis,  acute intervention and treatment is often the hardest step and requires multiple visits all over the Tampa Bay area.  Our goal is to provide this all in one place with convenience to families and access to expert providers in the Tampa Bay Area. 

  • Timely Care with Compassion
  • Expertise Across All Levels of Care
  • Clear and Seamless Treatment Path

What We Offer

Comprehensive, Compassionate, and Personalized Care

Multidisciplinary Care Team

Led by Experienced Professionals

  • Dr. Megan Toufexis – Adult and Child Psychiatry
  • Katy Rosini – Clinical Social Work/Therapist (MPH, MSW, LCSW)
  • Kourtney Gordon – Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist (MS, RD/LD, CEDRD)

Comprehensive Evaluation

What to Expect in a 3-Hour Session:

  • Medical and psychiatric evaluations
  • Nutritional assessment
  • Therapy consultation

Personalized Treatment Plan

  • Receive a detailed diagnosis and tailored recommendations
  • Access referrals for immediate care
  • Follow-up appointment to discuss progress and next steps
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Clinic Details
  • When

Wednesdays, 3-hour sessions

  • Where

Office of Dr. Megan Toufexis,
3314 Henderson Ave, Suite 206,
Tampa, FL 33606

  • Payment

Direct pay service. Currently out of network for insurance.

Cost of evaluation and follow up visit is $1000. (includes 3 hour evaluation with additional 30 min post evaluation discussion of plan) Superbill can be provided.

Why Choose Us?

We understand the urgency of addressing disordered eating. Our streamlined approach eliminates delays, offering families the clarity and direction they need to begin meaningful treatment without waiting.  Our team has extensive knowledge of eating disorders as we have all worked in all leves of care such as inpatient, partial hospitalizations, intensive out patient programs, and clinical care. 

Take the first step toward recovery with a compassionate, expert team dedicated to your health.

Contact Us to Schedule an Appointment

Megan Toufexis

Dr. Toufexis earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine. She then completed her adult psychiatry residency at the University of Rochester and a fellowship in child psychiatry at the University of South Florida (USF), where she also served as Chief Fellow. Following her fellowship, she joined USF as an Assistant Professor in Pediatrics, working at the Rothman Center for Neuropsychiatry. 

Dr. Toufexis has been a pivotal figure in the Tampa Bay area’s mental health community, working in multiple treatment centers for eating disorders. Her expertise in OCD, anxiety, eating disorders, and family mental health has made her a trusted provider for patients dealing with complex mental health issues. Now, she is thrilled to be launching the First Step ED/EC Clinic with Katy and Kourtney new initiative designed to offer families comprehensive, integrated care for children and teens struggling with disordered eating. The clinic will provide a holistic approach, combining medical, psychiatric, therapeutic, and nutritional consultations and treatment plans all under one roof—saving families time and ensuring they receive evidence-based care without unnecessary delays.

Contact us at : 
firststepedec@drmegantoufexis.com

Katy Rosini

Treating eating disorders is my passion. After recovering from my own eating disorder, I decided I would dedicate my life to helping others recover too. I am a skilled clinician who has been extensively trained in the treatment of eating disorders and co-occuring disorders. I am a board member of the Tampa Bay chapter of International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals and I co-facilitate support groups for the Alliance for Eating Disorder Awareness. I have worked at all levels of care, inpatient, residential, intensive outpatient and out-patient and understand the seriousness and severity of eating disorders.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker; I have a master’s degree in clinical social work and a master’s degree in public health. I have been intensely trained in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy, by the creator of RODBT. I have also been formally trained in Dialectal Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My approach is tailored to each client’s specific needs. I know how difficult recovering from an eating disorder can be and the importance of having solid support along the journey. I know the importance of compassion when treating eating disorders and I aim to provide a safe and confidential space for people to heal and recognize they are not alone.

Kourtney Gordon

Kourtney Gordon, MS, RD/LD, CEDS-C began her education with undergraduate courses in Nutrition Science and Dietetics at the University of Florida in 1999. She completed her Dietetic Internship at SUNY Oneonta in 2003 and later earned her Master of Science in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from Pennsylvania Western University in 2009. Kourtney has been a dedicated member of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals (iaedp™) since 2000 and acquired her Eating Disorder Specialist certification, CEDS, through iaedp™ in 2011.

In her professional role, Kourtney was the Dietitian and Eating Disorder Program Manager for Fairwinds Treatment Center from 2000-2024.  She currently has her own private nutrition practice, A.N.G.E.L. Nutrition LLC, where she sees primarily those suffering from eating disorders. Kourtney serves as the Secretary on the National iaedp™ Board and is a founding member of the local Tampa iaedp™ Chapter where she is currently Treasurer. Kourtney is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and has been actively involved with the Academy for Eating Disorders, REDC, and the National Eating Disorder Association in previous years. Kourtney has been a speaker at the National and local levels regarding nutrition and eating disorders with a passion to reach the adolescent population.

Kourtney is openly transparent with her clients and their families, demonstrating dedication, empathy, and determination. Kourtney instills hope and a belief in the possibility of recovery, even when her clients may struggle to see it themselves.