GLP-1 Psychological Support
If you’re on a semaglutide (Ozempic, Rybelsus, or Wegovy) or tirzepatide (Mounjaro or Zepbound) weight loss journey, the food noise may have stopped, but in its place may be a new kind of noise: irritability, existential boredom, the grief of a body that feels like a stranger, frustration over stalled progress, or fear of weight regain. These aren’t just “side effects,” they are profound psychological shifts.
Coping Effectively
When the scale stops moving, the “emotional noise” often gets louder. Using Dialectical Behavior-Informed Therapy (DBT), we build a concrete toolkit of distress tolerance and emotion regulation skills to help you manage your feelings in a healthy way and reclaim a sense of peace.
Healing "Body Grief"
Rapid physical change can be profoundly jarring, leaving you feeling disconnected from what you see in the mirror. Through Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), we address the unique grief and “existential boredom” that can surface during this life transition. By quieting the inner critic and developing a supportive internal voice, we help you foster a sense of safety and belonging in your changing body.
Waking Up from the "Gray"
If GLP-1 medication has left you feeling emotionally blunted or “flat,” your nervous system may need help finding its color again. Using Hakomi-informed somatic methods, we gently explore the “gray” space. By turning our attention inward with mindfulness and curiosity, we can reconnect with your physical sensations and authentic desires. This body-centered approach helps you move past irritability and boredom to rediscover all that life has to offer.
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Pursuing medical weight loss was a brave step. If you would like help navigating the emotional complexities of GLP-1 medication, I’d love to hear from you.
Susan Gilliam, LCSW
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