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Testimonials
Eating Disorder Patients had this to say:
"I began seeing Andrew in the wake of a painful breakup. At first, I sat stoically in his office, completely convinced that my distressed state was wholly situational. He found walls - and faulty coping mechanisms - I did not know I had. I'd always couched it all in terms of perfectionism. I told myself I was an overachiever and realist. In a few short months, Andrew helped me confront my demons, to embrace myself unapologetically, to heal, and to live life in a way I never thought I could. I am immeasurably grateful for his help and guidance."
- Jamie, 28
"I came into Andrew's care at a very low point in my life. His methods of getting to the root of my problems and having discussions about how to deal with things I find stressful really helped. Even making an approach to lift my self esteem level and the opinion I have of myself. Sometimes just having someone to listen to what you are going through and get it off your chest feels good, but I feel that Andrew's response to what I was saying was genuine and he truly wanted to help me. And when you are making progress he will definitely let you know giving you a pat on the back. That makes a great therapist."
- Michelle, 24
"When I was down at times, you helped me see daylight. Times when I was sick, you helped see me through. Thank you for showing me a different way to live."
- Pat, 55
Bariatric Patients have said:
"I started my journey with Andrew two years ago. The very first session I had with him I knew he would understand me. Andrew has been great to help me deal with issues when I didn’t want to. He knows when to push and when not to push, he knows when it’s time to give an issue a rest and revisit in a couple weeks. Several months after I started to see Andrew I started to have a lot stress in my life, and Andrew did a great job with helping me deal with the stress without turning to food. There were a lot of tears, but he got me through it. Andrew has been such a blessing to me, I haven’t been to him in months but he gave me a skill-set to handle issues completely different now than I would have a few years ago."
- Melanie, 47
"When I first met Andrew I wasn't sure I really wanted to have bariatric surgery. I was going through the process looking for a reason not to. Today, I'm almost 11 months out from surgery and 133 pounds lighter! Andrew has been the key to my success. I always thought I was lazy, lacked willpower and weak. Andrew taught me the psychology behind my behavior. Once I understood why I made the decisions I made he helped me learn how to change my behavior. Andrew helped me improve my relationships with my husband, children, parents and coworkers. I learned how to express my feelings instead of quite literally eating them! I've been to many therapists over the years. Some specialized in eating disorders and some didn't, but nobody has ever helped me as much as Andrew has."
- Candace, 40
"I toyed with the idea of having bariatric surgery for well over a year. I weighed the pros and cons and couldn't decide to go forward. Then I met Andrew and he helped me look at my fears in a rational way and see if my self-esteem was keeping me from having the surgery. Within just a few sessions, I had the procedure and he visited me in recovery. I continued to see Andrew after the surgery and take part in the many programs, walking groups, support meetings, etc., he offers to assist bariatric surgery patients. His guidance helped me to take a look at what I wanted from my life and make the best decision. I couldn't be happier!!!"
- Michelle, 38
"I have been seeing Andrew for about a year and am more than happy with what he's done for me. Andrew has shown me things within my life that I chose not to talk about or even remember that made me overeat. He has shown me ways to deal with the stresses in my life. He takes an interest in what's going on with me and how I'm coping. He is thrilled when I lose another pound or two. I am now beginning to see myself differently than I ever have. I am enjoying life a lot more than I ever did! I can't say enough about what Andrew has done for me!"
- Ellen, 59
