Missing my old "friend".....

Hello all,

I am having problems at this point (six months out) with obsessing over food and missing my "friend".  I am down 97lbs with about 65ish more to go and have been at a stall this month because of not doing what I am supposed to be doing and just eating too many carbs.  I spoke to Dr. Garber's office and they recommended that I speak to someone.  Does anyone know of a counselor/psychologist who specializes in food issues in the western suffolk area?  I know what I need to do but it's just so hard to actually do it.  I do appreciate all responses. Thank you,

Hi Jessica,
You are experiencing what we have all felt at some point in time. I'm so happy to hear that you are pursuing the support of a therapist. While I don't know of anyone personally in that area, I do recommend that you get a list of participating therapists from your insurance and then run that by Dr Garber's office. They probably have a bunch of therapists that they refer to who have expertise in this field.

Keep the faith and congrats on all of your success. Just another stumbling block on the road of recovery. You'll do great.

Hugs,
Amy

Hi Amy, Thank you for your support and suggestions. I am hanging in there!!

yes...please see someone about this..sounds like an emotional connection to food.  I have missed my carbs...but, then I realized that I wasn't getting enough of the things I need (protein, etc) from them.  That did help me.  Good Luck...keep us updated. Rosemary

Hi Rosemary, Thank you for your support.  

Jessica, I attend the monthly LIPO meetings (not sure if you have been to one). Next month, they are having a guest speaker. She is a therapist that, I believe, had weight loss surgery herself! Keep an eye on the board so that you can find out the date if you are interested. The meeting is held at the Connetquot Public Library on Ocean Avenue in Bohemia, which is not far from you. At the last meeting, they gave out a list of therapists, which I would be happy to email you if you want. Send me a message with your email and I will send you a copy. Hugs, Lisa

Hi Lisa, Thank you for your support.  I am sending you a PM with my email address.

{{{Jessica}}} It was so nice to meet you today at the Good Sam support group! I have to tell you, you look GREAT!! I'm also very happy that you talked to Roseann and she was able to help you...she's really a GREAT resourse person. If you need anything else please feel free to PM me again anytime.


Jane

Hi Jane, It was great meeting you as well.  You look even better in person!!!  Thank you for your support.   I'll see you at the next support meeting.