Happy Off the Scale: Emotional Healing in Bariatric and Weight Loss Care (Recorded)
3 Hours
Previously Recorded
Renetta Weaver, LICSW, LCSW-C
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3 CE Credits
Price
Paid
$59.99 USD
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Description
It’s not about the tool — it’s about the transformation. Whether clients have had weight-loss surgery, take GLP-1 medications, or have cycled through countless diets, many find the scale shifting right back to the right side. This interactive training helps clinicians look beyond the physical tool to the emotional truth beneath it. Participants will learn how to identify underlying grief, shame, and identity conflict, and use neuroscience-informed strategies to support lasting behavioral change.
Through case studies, guided discussion, and self-reflection, attendees will leave equipped to help clients stay motivated and “happy off the scale.” This session combines clinical insight, real-world language, and heart-centered practice.
About the Presenter:
Renetta Weaver, LICSW, LCSW-C, is an award-winning Clinical Social Worker, Certified Bariatric Counselor, Neuroscience Coach, and Certified AI Consultant. She’s been recognized as a Global Thought Leader by the London Organization of Skills Development and Social Work Innovator of the Year by the University of Maryland. As the founder of Girl, It’s A New Day, Dr. Renetta helps women and clinicians release emotional weight and embrace reinvention through healing and innovation. Her message blends science, soul, and real talk to remind us—it’s never about the tool, it’s always about the transformation.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe psychological and neuroscientific factors that influence weight regain after intervention.
- Identify three core emotional themes that surface post-surgery or post-medication.
- Apply motivational interviewing and self-compassion techniques to support behavioral sustainability.
- Develop a plan to integrate emotional healing into clinical weight-management care.
Agenda:
| Time | Segment | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 0:00 – 0:15 | Welcome & Objectives | Set the tone; define “transformation vs tool.” |
| 0:15 – 0:45 | Understanding the Weight Cycle | Review biopsychosocial factors behind weight regain. |
| 0:45 – 1:30 | The Emotional Aftermath | Explore grief, identity shifts, and emotional eating. |
| 1:30 – 2:15 | Neuroscience of Change | Practical brain-based strategies for sustained motivation. |
| 2:15 – 2:45 | Interactive Case & MI Practice | Apply motivational interviewing to real-world scenarios. |
| 2:45 – 3:00 | Reflection & Wrap-Up | Action steps and take-home plan. |
Accreditation - This Webinar Offers 3 Continuing Education Credits
This webinar is recorded and will not grant live credits. It grants Credits as listed below.
- CE You! is an approved sponsor of the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners for continuing education credits for licensed social workers in Maryland.
CE You! maintains responsibility for this program.
This presentation is open to:
- Behavior Analysts
- Social Workers
- Professional Counselors
- Therapists
- Psychologists
- Licensed Mental Health Practitioners
- Medical Doctors and Other Health Professionals
- Other professionals interacting with populations engaged in mental health based services
This online class is offered at an intermediate level, and is beneficial for an intermediate level clinician:
- New practitioners who wish to gain enhanced insight surrounding the topic
- Experienced practitioners who seek to increase and expand fundamental knowledge surrounding the subject matter
- Advanced practitioners seeking to review concepts and reinforce practice skills and/or access additional consultation
- Managers seeking to broaden micro and/or macro perspectives
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- Although early registration is recommended for this class in order to ensure the best experience, attendees may register and join until the start of the program
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