Hello!

I am excited to announce a NEW WLS Support Group forming in the Bay Area!

This group has been designed to give those who have undergone bariatric surgery, or who are considering having surgery, a safe place to share their experiences, learn new information, and gain the ongoing support and friendship of others.

Groups will be held monthly (or possibly bi-monthly) in San Francisco and will be moderated by Tara Griffith, MFT. Tara is a licensed psychotherapist and wellness coach who specializes in bariatric surgery and weight management.

Potential discussion topics:

• WLS and Personal Relationships
• Managing Emotional Eating and “Head HungerÂÂÂ"
• Setting and Achieving Goals
• Meal Planning Tips and Tricks
• Body Image Issues and Learning to Love The “New YouÂÂÂ"
• Stress Management
• Measuring Success without The Scale
• Finding an Exercise Program That Works For You
• Success Habits of the Weight Loss Surgery Patient
• Handling Lapses / Getting Back on Track
• The Bariatric Food Pyramid
• Understanding Food Labels and Ingredient Lists
• The Realities of Regain

Other activities may include guest speakers (dietitians, personal trainers), clothing and recipe exchanges, group outings, before/after photo scrapbooking, etc.

So whether you have already undergone surgery or are just beginning your journey, feel free to join our community! Groups are free and are not associated with any surgeon or surgical group. All shapes, sizes, and surgery types welcome.

Please follow this link to learn more: http://www.meetup.com/SF-WLS-Group/ (or search OH groups for San Francisco WLS Support)

You may also contact Tara directly at [email protected]

Thanks and here's to a Happy and Healthy 2012!