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Specialized Behavioral Health for Weight Loss Success
At Bariatric Counseling Center, we specialize in comprehensive behavioral health care for obesity and weight loss management. Our multidisciplinary team of licensed therapists, registered dietitians, and healthcare professionals delivers evidence-based programs designed to address eating disorders, support bariatric surgery patients, and promote sustainable lifestyle changes. With nearly a century of combined experience, we employ a holistic approach integrating mental health counseling, nutritional education, and mindful eating practices.Our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) has demonstrated measurable success through clinically validated outcomes, including significant reductions in binge eating behaviors and improved mental health metrics. We maintain partnerships with major health insurers and prioritize personalized care tailored to each client's unique needs. Our facility in San Antonio, Texas, offers both in-person and telehealth services to accommodate diverse patient requirements while maintaining strict adherence to confidentiality and professional standards.
Services
Intensive Outpatient Program
Dietary Counseling
Cooking Classes
Mindful Eating Education
Psychological Evaluations
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based programs with clinically validated outcomes
- Our multidisciplinary team includes licensed therapists and registered dietitians
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to individual needs
- Our facility accommodates telehealth services across Texas
- We maintain partnerships with major health insurance providers
What people say
Best choice I have made
Amazing staff
Life-changing experience
No judgment zone
Camaraderie with patients
Services
Intensive Outpatient Program
Our structured program combines group therapy, individual counseling, and nutritional education for comprehensive weight management. Led by licensed professionals, it addresses emotional eating patterns and develops sustainable lifestyle changes. The curriculum includes mindful eating practices and behavioral modification techniques proven to reduce binge eating episodes by 34%.
Dietary Counseling
Personalized nutrition plans developed by registered dietitians address individual health goals and dietary requirements. Sessions focus on improving nutritional knowledge and building confidence in making healthy food choices. Our approach has demonstrated a 28% improvement in clients' nutritional self-efficacy.
Cooking Classes
Hands-on cooking instruction teaches healthy meal preparation techniques that maintain flavor while reducing caloric intake. Classes emphasize practical application of nutritional principles and developing positive food relationships through mindful eating practices in a supportive community environment.
Mindful Eating Education
Specialized training develops awareness of hunger cues and emotional triggers for overeating. The program incorporates mindfulness techniques to improve self-regulation and reduce stress-related eating behaviors. Participants learn to establish healthier relationships with food through structured practice.
Psychological Evaluations
Comprehensive assessments for bariatric surgery candidates identify psychological factors affecting weight management. Our licensed professionals evaluate readiness for surgical interventions and develop pre- and post-operative mental health support plans tailored to individual needs.
People
Dr. Sara Hamilton
Director of Clinical Services
Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in behavioral health for weight management. Specializes in treating eating disorders and developing evidence-based therapeutic approaches for sustainable lifestyle changes.
Chasley Fortune
Director of Dietary Services
Registered Dietitian leading nutritional counseling programs. Focuses on personalized meal planning and education to improve nutritional knowledge and confidence in healthy eating practices.
Leila Bebley
Head Chef
Culinary expert designing healthy cooking classes that balance nutrition with flavor. Brings healthcare experience to create meals that support behavioral change without compromising enjoyment.
Nancy Albus
Clinical Advisor
Licensed Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience in eating disorder treatment. Certified Eating Disorder Specialist providing expert guidance for complex cases and staff training.
Rosye Silva
Registered Dietitian
Specializes in medical nutrition therapy for weight management. Provides evidence-based dietary guidance tailored to individual health conditions and treatment goals.
Questions
What makes your program different from other weight loss programs?
Our multidisciplinary approach combines mental health therapy, nutritional counseling, and culinary education in one comprehensive program specifically designed for lasting behavioral change.
Do you accept health insurance?
We are in-network with most major health insurance providers and offer CareCredit payment options for accessible care.
What types of eating disorders do you treat?
We specialize in treating binge eating disorder, emotional eating, and eating disorders related to weight loss surgery or medication treatment.
Are telehealth services available?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-compliant telehealth services throughout Texas for all program components.
What success metrics do you track?
We measure outcomes including weight loss percentages, reductions in binge eating episodes, and improvements in mental health assessments like PHQ-9 and GAD-7 scores.
Do you offer post-bariatric surgery support?
Yes, our program provides specialized behavioral support for patients before and after weight loss surgery to ensure long-term success.
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