Weight Loss Management
A different conversation about weight
Weight changes can be frustrating, particularly when you're doing many of the things you've been told should work.
For some women, the frustration isn't a lack of effort. It's feeling like they've done all the things they're supposed to do and still aren't seeing the results they expected.
Others feel unsure about weight loss medication, wondering whether it's the right option for them or whether they should be able to manage on their own.
If your weight has changed, previous approaches are no longer working or you're unsure what options are right for you, it's worth having a proper conversation.
What is weight management?
Weight management is a medical approach to understanding and addressing the factors that influence body weight and metabolic health.
While weight loss may be one goal, the conversation is often much broader than that.
It can include:
Nutrition
Physical activity
Sleep
Stress
Hormonal health
Metabolic health
Medications
Long-term health risks
The aim is not simply to lose weight. It's to support better health and weight management in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.
Who is weight management for?
Women seek support for many different reasons.
Some have noticed gradual weight gain during perimenopause (link to page) or menopause (link to page). Others feel like the strategies that once worked no longer seem effective.
Some are considering medication and want to understand their options, while others want to explore non-medication approaches first.
Many simply want to understand why weight has changed despite feeling like they're doing all the right things.
What might you notice?
Weight changes can occur alongside a range of other concerns, including:
Difficulty losing weight despite significant effort
Weight gain during perimenopause or menopause
Increased hunger or food cravings
Low energy
Poor sleep
Previous weight loss approaches that only worked temporarily
Reduced physical activity due to injury, pain or other health concerns
Feeling stuck despite knowing what you "should" be doing
Concerns about metabolic health
Difficulty losing weight despite significant effort
Weight gain during perimenopause or menopause
Increased hunger or food cravings
Low energy
Poor sleep
Previous weight loss approaches that only worked temporarily
Reduced physical activity due to injury, pain or other health concerns
Feeling stuck despite knowing what you "should" be doing
Concerns about metabolic health
Sometimes it's not the weight itself that's most concerning. It's trying hard, making changes and feeling like your body is no longer responding in the way it once did.
When should you seek support?
I encourage women to seek support if:
Weight changes are affecting health or wellbeing
Previous approaches have not worked
Hunger feels difficult to manage
You are considering weight loss medication
Weight gain has occurred during perimenopause or menopause
You are concerned about diabetes, cardiovascular health or metabolic health
You would like a clearer understanding of your options
Weight management can be complex. Taking the time to explore the factors contributing is often where meaningful progress begins.
My approach to weight management
I start by understanding your story.
We'll talk about what you've tried before, what helped, what didn't and what was happening in your life at the time.
Rather than focusing on weight alone, I explore the factors that may be contributing, including sleep, stress, nutrition, physical activity, hormonal changes and overall health.
I want to understand what may be making weight management difficult, rather than assuming a lack of effort or motivation. I want to help you find an approach that works for your life, not someone else's.
There Are Options Available To You
Weight management isn’t about having one solution.
Together, we'll explore the options that best suit your health, preferences and circumstances.
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For some women, targeted changes to nutrition, movement, sleep and daily habits can make a significant difference.
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Medications can be highly effective tools for the right person.
If medication is appropriate, we'll discuss the benefits, risks, side effects and what to realistically expect before making any decisions.
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When needed, I may recommend support from nutritionists, psychologists, sleep specialists, bariatric specialists or other health professionals.
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Hormonal changes, sleep disorders, stress and other health conditions can all influence weight. Addressing these factors is often an important part of the plan.
What makes this care different?
Weight is not about willpower
Many women come to me feeling like they've failed because previous approaches haven't worked.
Rather than assuming a lack of motivation, I want to understand what may be making weight management difficult in the first place.
Medication as part of a plan, not the whole
Weight loss medication can be incredibly helpful for the right person, but it is rarely the only piece of the puzzle.
If medication is appropriate, we'll discuss how it fits within a broader plan that supports your overall health.
Understanding what has and hasn't worked
I take the time to explore what you've tried before, what helped, what didn't and what may have changed along the way.
This often provides important clues about the most appropriate next steps.
Investigating properly
I routinely organise relevant blood tests, investigations and referrals when needed to ensure we're not missing something important.
What to expect
Before your appointment
You'll complete a health questionnaire covering your medical history, medications and lifestyle factors.
During your consultation
We'll discuss your weight history, previous approaches, lifestyle, health concerns and any factors that may be influencing your progress.
My role is to understand what has and hasn't worked, explore what may be contributing and help you understand your options, judgement free.
After your appointment
You'll receive a detailed summary of our discussion, recommendations and clear next steps.
This may include investigations, referrals, treatment recommendations or additional resources to support you moving forward.
Weight Loss Management FAQs
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For many people, medications can be safe and effective when prescribed appropriately. Whether they are suitable depends on your medical history, health goals and individual circumstances.
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No. Medication is one option among many. Some women achieve excellent results through lifestyle changes alone, while others benefit from combining different approaches.
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Yes. Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause can influence body composition, metabolism, appetite and weight.
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Many women feel this way when they first book an appointment. Understanding what you've tried previously and why it may not have worked often provides valuable information about what to do next.
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Often, yes. Blood tests and other investigations can help identify factors that may be contributing to weight changes and guide the most appropriate treatment plan.
Book a Weight Management Consultation
Weight management isn’t as simple as eating less and moving more.
If you're tired of feeling like you've tried everything without seeing the progress you hoped for, it's worth taking the time to understand what may be contributing and what support might help.
Together, we'll work towards understanding what's happening and finding an approach that feels right for you.