Weight Loss

Weight loss is a difficult process.  While the media constantly promotes the idea of quick weight loss, research shows that rapid weight loss and fad diets almost never result in long-term weight maintenance.  Many, many people struggle repeatedly to lose the same pounds over and over, only to find that they regain the weight much quicker and easier than they originally lost it.  Still others may find it difficult or impossible to even lose that weight to begin with, let alone think about weight maintenance.

Further, the mental and physical toll of extra weight can be incredibly problematic.  Some people find that their entire life, day to day choices, activities, attitudes, and moods are dictated by their weight.  Others are able to manage the emotional impact of weight, but find that their weight becomes more of an issue with age and the increasing risks of diabetes, joint pain, cancers, and many other health concerns.  Efforts at weight loss can feel overwhelming, but can be made significantly less challenging with the proper support.

Cognitive-Behavioral Weight Loss Program

What is the secret to long-term weight loss and weight management?  It is not the easy, quick fix promised in the media.  At least one part of the answer is in real, cognitive and behavioral changes that become incorporated into your lifestyle. 

Dr. Gibson has worked with hundreds of patients for healthful weight management that starts with changes in thinking regarding one’s self and attitude toward food, as well as a host of behavioral changes that are necessary for a healthful lifestyle.  Dr. Gibson uses proven, empirically-validated treatments to guide her work and your weight management.  All of the changes she will work on with you have been proven to be effective for real, long-term weight loss and maintenance.  Additionally, Dr. Gibson’s experience in treating weight issues has shown that no two people who need to lose weight are exactly the same.  We all use food, have habits, and think about food in different ways.  She will work with you to develop an effective weight loss program specifically tailored to your life, needs, strengths, and behavior patterns.

Dr. Gibson is one of a small number of psychologists that has specialized in weight and eating issues her entire career.  She treats all people with respect and an empathy for the difficulties they face, and she helps them to develop the thinking and behavioral skills that are necessary to maintain a healthy weight.  She can assist you in determining the triggers for eating, relationship with food, reasons for being overweight, etc. so that you can work together to develop healthier patterns that are realistic for the individual needs of your life.  Dr. Gibson can help you to feel more in control of your life and weight.