Developed specially for bariatric patients this psycho-educational programme is based upon Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).It is a 12 week plan designed to address some of the major issues facing a patient after surgery.This course is aboutmaking lifestyle changes to support permanent weight loss. Available both individually and online the course includes the following:-
·Understanding the physiological effects of food on the body and brain.
·Understanding and dealing with ‘emotional eating’ patterns.
·Learning to listen to the body around food.
·Coping with complex emotions and learning new ways to deal with difficult situations.
·Developing positive thinking and building self confidence.