Medical Weight Loss in Colorado Springs
Medical Weight Loss
Weight challenges are not just about willpower. There are often underlying emotional, psychological, and biological factors that contribute to weight issues and obesity.
At Colorado Psychiatry Solutions we see patients struggling with:
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- Depression and low motivation, which can lead to poor eating habits, excess sleep or inactivity
- Anxiety or trauma, which may contribute to emotional eating or binge eating
- Eating disorders, such as binge eating disorder or bulimia, which are complex psychiatric conditions requiring specialized care
- Medication-related metabolic changes , especially from mood stabilizers and antipsychotic medications
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It’s common for patients on long-term psychiatric medications to experience weight gain, even if they maintain healthy eating habits. This can be extremely discouraging, and it often leads to worsening self-esteem, poor body image, and increased depression.
Why We Offer Medical Weight Loss at a Psychiatry Practice
Colorado Psychiatry Solutions is an integrative psychiatry clinic. We understand and appreciate the deep connection between our physical health and our mental health. Weight issues can have a negative effect on our mood, confidence, and energy, making us more susceptible to mental health issues. And mental health struggles can make healthy lifestyle changes feel impossible, thus contributing to weight gain.
Our medical weight loss program gives patients the support they need from experienced providers who understand both the psychiatric and biological aspects of weight gain.
What Our Medical Weight Loss Program Includes
Our medical weight loss services are grounded in sound clinical evidence combined with an informed mental health perspective. Our medically supervised weight loss service includes:
1. GLP-1 Prescription Medications (e.g., Semaglutide)
When it is indicated, we prescribe GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide, which have shown significant effectiveness in reducing appetite, improving blood sugar control, and supporting long-term weight loss. These medications are especially helpful for patients with metabolic issues or those who have not succeeded with diet and exercise alone.
2. Lifestyle and Nutrition Counseling
Our psychiatric team provides supportive counseling to address emotional eating, behavioral patterns, and food-related habits. We help you set achievable goals, overcome obstacles, and develop a healthier relationship with food.
3. Proper Supplementation
As an integrative psychiatry practice, we also consider other nutrient gaps and deficiencies that may be contributing factors. We recommend evidence-based dietary supplements that may be helpful for your specific needs. We also consider nutritional deficiencies that may be contributing to fatigue, cravings, or mood swings.
Who Can Benefit from Medical Weight Loss at Colorado Psychiatry Solutions?
You may benefit from our medical weight loss program if you:
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- Have gained weight due to psychiatric medication such as antidepressants, mood stabilizers, or antipsychotics
- Struggle with binge eating, food cravings, or emotional eating
- Have a co-occurring diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, or an eating disorder
- Are looking for a safe, supervised way to lose weight with professional guidance
- Want to improve both your physical health and your mental health, with a provider that understands and respects the connection between the two
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Looking to Try Medical Weight Loss in Colorado Springs?
To get started, please contact us at 719-622-6522 or request an appointment online to schedule a visit with one of our providers. We would be happy to schedule you for an evaluation and would be delighted to be your partner along your weight loss journey.