[8][9] After serving two and a half years in the military, she was discharged when it was discovered she had attempted to take her own life and was subsequently hospitalised.

Over the next two years, Anderson would build her record to four wins and one loss before signing to Invicta Fighting Championships.

[14] In her promotional debut in September 2015, Anderson faced Cindy Dandois at Invicta FC 14: Evinger vs. Kianzad.

[20] Anderson was later promoted from Interim to undisputed Featherweight Champion after Cris Cyborg vacated her belt.

Anderson was scheduled to make her promotional debut against Cris Cyborg at UFC 214 on 29 July 2017.

[27] She won the fight via technical knockout early in the first round after a kick to Zingano caused an eye injury that didn't allow her to continue.

[40] In February 2022, Anderson posted in her social media that she is no longer pursuing fights, and is not affiliated with any teams or organizations.