Journal of Obesity & Weight Loss Therapy
Open Access

Abstract

The WeightMatters Practice in the heart of London?s medical district is a growing and thriving practice that uses a multi- factorial model for the treatment of weight loss and obesity. The medical factors and current nutrition of a client are examined in context with their personal psychological and eating history, together with the relational context of their upbringing and their present day circumstances. Eating and behavioral therapists work with a cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and nutritional frame of reference to explore eating patterns and self-sabotage behaviors, supporting clients to build new strategies, skills and resources to lose weight and change their lifestyle. The wider team offers medical, psychiatric, dietetic and body work providing a holistic and robust support structure for clients who present with varying levels of eating, weight, food and body presentations. The talk will present the reasons why this model works, and how this can be a useful blueprint for other weight loss and obesity practices.

Biography

James Lamper is an Eating and Behavioral Therapist and a leading UK authority in the treatment of all conditions associated with weight, eating, food and body image. His fresh, bright and enthusiastic personality make him an exciting presenter, industry consultant and media commentator. His knowledge and experience span over 25 years, with training in the fields of psychotherapy, counseling, nutrition and exercise. This gives James a unique ability to work holistically with any client, understanding how their mind, body and nutrition interact to manifest various eating conditions. His empathy and genuine openness allows him to connect with people, making his interventions and treatment so powerful. His passion and authority fuel his entrepreneurial flair. He is the founder of the prestigious WeightMatters Practice in central London; a leading centre that deals with the psychological, nutritional and medical treatment of eating, weight and body issues. New for 2013, he has launched Care For Your Weight, a search portal website that connects people who struggle with their weight with practitioners across the UK.