The Anxious Generation

Renia Butler, AFAINA

Renia is an advanced food allergies and intolerances nutritional advisor (AFAINA) and the creative mind behind the food allergy blog “Black Allergy Mama.” As a parent of a child with multiple food allergies, she has spent the last six years passionately educating and empowering other families in the food allergy community.

Instagram: @Blackallergymama

Elizabeth Hawkins, PhD, MPH

Elizabeth combines her personal experience as a food allergy parent with her professional expertise as a licensed psychologist to help people manage the emotional impacts of food allergies. She is the founder of Food Allergy Hive, an online membership community offering science-based education and skills to build empowerment and resilience. 

Instagram: @FoodAllergyPsychologist

Mia Silverman

Mia is a food allergy advocate and influencer. She raises awareness about food allergies by posting educational content, sharing how she navigates her day-to-day life, and more! She is studying to become a clinical psychologist working with youth and young adults with food allergies.

Instagram: @AllergiesWithMia

TikTok: @AllergiesWithMia

Jenna Tso, MSW, ASW

Jenna is an adult who was born with food allergies to milk, eggs, beef, and pork. Jenna received her Master of Social Work in 2023 and now works as a therapist in Los Angeles. She specializes in providing therapy to children, teens, and adults who are managing food allergies and other chronic illnesses.

Instagram: @TheFoodAllergyTherapist