Dr. Steven Reyes to Emcee the OH2025 National Conference!
August 7, 2025Dr. Steven Reyes: OH2025 Emcee!
We are excited to welcome back Dr. Steven Reyes, affectionately known as Dr. Steve, as our 2025 National Conference Emcee! Dr. Steve, who has specialized in Bariatric Psychology since 2005, is nationally renowned as a public speaker, author, and compassionate counselor connecting with individuals from all over the country. His dedication to empowering and supporting individuals on their health journey is powerful and inspiring.
Dr. Steve has been busy! This summer, he will premiere the launch of his podcast Mindset Matters with Dr. Steve. And you won’t want to miss out on the new release of his long-awaited book, The Bariatric Code: The Self-Care Guide for Long-Term Success!
Dr. Steve is a member of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), a member of the American Psychological Association (APA), and a member of the Obesity Action Coalition (OAC). He is licensed in multiple states and maintains a private coaching/therapy practice in Southern California (SoCal).
Dr. Steve as the OH2025 National Conference Emcee and Facilitator
This will be Dr. Steve’s fourth time serving as emcee for our ObesityHelp National Conferences, and we are truly honored! As always, he’ll bring his infectious energy, sharp sense of humor, and remarkable talent for motivating and engaging attendees, speakers, and professionals alike.
The conference is an amazing event that affords people the opportunity to get a boost of motivation, progress in their personal growth, and solidify so many things needed for living a life of self-care. It is here that people can access professionals who truly understand the factors that affect one’s well-being and access like-minded people who want to expand their support network through the weight loss surgery community. It is a nutrient-dense source of education and is a support-rich environment for genuine connection. Historically, we have always created lasting memories from the workshops, presentations, and great social events! I feel that attending the conference is the very definition of self-investment. And probably the greatest benefit for anyone attending is that you realize you’re not alone in your health journey. We are truly in this together! - Dr. Steve
Dr. Steve will also be facilitating a powerful OH2025 Fireside Chat and will lead a compelling workshop at the conference. Join him for his session, Rewriting the Story: Healing From Weight Stigma, on Friday, October 17th & Saturday, October 18th at 3:15!
OH Conference Attendees Share Their Experiences With Dr. Reyes
After many years of attending workshops and support groups with Dr. Reyes. He has helped me bridge the gap between head and stomach. The lessons I have learned in these years help me get back on track after a couple of really rough years. His lessons will change your life. - Justin Wohlwend
Dr. Steven Reyes is actually the psychologist that did my evaluation for my RNY Bypass Surgery in 2022 and I attended my first Zoom meeting with him just two days after my surgery (one of the best decisions I made!) His understanding and knowledge of the Bariatric Community is astounding! While he is professional, he is also compassionate, caring, brutally realistic/honest and direct with his clients. He is such a wealth of knowledge, encouragement and support to the people he has grown to know and care for through his meetings and I count myself blessed to know him . From teaching us to “stay in our own yard”, how to deal with real life on our bariatric journey, to talk & listen to our bodies, and even teaching us why certain foods trigger something inside of us; his Bariatric lessons are invaluable! I came across one of my favorite notes from his Zoom meeting titled: Sabotage Regain - “MINDSET - The most Essential & Important factor in you maintaining your health:
What & How you think affects everything you do! It is your operating system!" - Dr. Steven Reyes
We all love Dr. Reyes but, I suggest you check him out for yourself! You don’t want to miss out on any opportunity to learn from such a knowledgeable resource! - Leslie Stephan
Knowing Dr. Reyes for well over ten years, I can honestly say that he is one of the biggest reasons that I am such an advocate for mental health care. He assisted me during one of the most confusing times of my life while I was undergoing a revision from a lap-band to a gastric bypass. He always allows you to feel comfortable and confident with whatever you are talking to him about. Whether you are in a one-on-one setting or a group setting, he is relatable with his feedback. He could potentially moonlight as a comedian, but there are always different ways that Dr. Reyes is trying to allow us to have humor in whatever we are talking about. And laughter is always the best medicine, but so is relatability. He always finds ways to let us know that we are not alone. - Lauren Sanchez, WLS-Post-Op & ObesityHelp Conference Co-Host
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