About AMANDA
I had bariatric surgery in 2005
I had bariatric surgery in 2005
I had bariatric surgery in 2005
I've been there! Through all the ups and downs (mental and physical), I've managed to keep off all the weight I initially lost, plus a few more pounds (around 130 pounds all together), since I had my surgery. Has it been easy? Nope! But I want to share with you what has worked for me and help you learn from my experience.
PhD in Health Psychology
I had bariatric surgery in 2005
I had bariatric surgery in 2005
My education has been focused on bariatric surgery patients. In fact, my dissertation was on the impact of body image on the bariatric surgery patient. We go through a lot of changes on our journey. I get it. And we all can use support from someone who has been there.
Mental Health Matters
I had bariatric surgery in 2005
Mental Health Matters
In addition to being a bariatric surgery patient, I'm a licensed behavioral therapist. When I'm not being a wife, a parent or a coach, I'm supporting the mental health needs of my clients.