If you struggle with obesity and want to achieve an ideal weight, help is within reach at My Wellness Psychiatry in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner Diana Perez-Nunez, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C, offers psychotherapy, lifestyle-change counseling, medication management, diet and exercise plans, and more. Call her office to begin your weight loss journey, or use the online booking feature today.
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Obesity is defined as having a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or greater. Your body mass index is an indicator of your body weight, including body fat, in proportion to your height. You can determine your BMI by multiplying your body weight, in pounds, by 703. Next, divide that number by your height in inches, and finally, divide by your height in inches once again.
Obesity may increase your risk of several physical and mental health challenges, including:
Obesity often results from combinations of factors, including lifestyle habits, genetics, hormone imbalances, medical conditions, or mental health challenges.
Carrying excess body weight can dramatically reduce your quality of life. The good news is that with the right treatment plan in place, you can achieve and maintain your goal weight for a lifetime.
At My Wellness Psychiatry, Diana meets with you to discuss your medical history, mental health, and goal weight. She uses various methods to help you overcome obesity, including:
Nutrition and exercise counseling
Diana takes a holistic approach to mental health and obesity treatment, counseling you on ways to maximize your diet and exercise habits.
Medications
Taking medications can aid in weight loss or reduce symptoms of mental health challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, that may contribute to obesity.
Psychotherapy
Diana offers cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other forms of psychotherapy to help you overcome mental health challenges and alter your thought and behavior patterns. Making a few simple changes can help you eat fewer calories, get more exercise, sleep better, and enjoy life to its fullest.
To help, Diana tailors your plan to meet your specific needs.
Diana personalizes an obesity treatment plan that accounts for your lifestyle, medications, the underlying cause of obesity, treatment preferences, and desired results. She works with you to develop the most effective plan based on your individualized needs.
To get treated for obesity, schedule an appointment at My Wellness Psychiatry by phone or book one online today.