Advance Counseling's Integrated, Multi-modal Weight Loss Program

• Balanced Deficit Diet (minus 500-1,000 calories/day = loss of 1-2 lbs./week for 6 months)

• Increased Physical Activity (moderately 30 to 45 minutes, 3 to 5 days a week)

• Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (self-monitoring, data collection, stimulus control, food availability and choices, psychological triggers, environmental cues, contingency management, cognitive restructuring, social support, etc.)

• Stress Management (reduction of cortisol, the body's main stress hormone, critical to weight loss and maintenance)

• Hypnotherapy (motivation enhancement, better food choices, increased self-confidence)