“I had no idea weight loss worked like this. I couldn’t figure out why I could never keep the weight off. I know now it’s because off all the ‘stuff’ in my life. Our household was very traditional. My husband worked and I stayed home and took care of our five children. I spent most of my life caring for others. I cooked the meals, kept the house, and did my church duties. But I was never really happy. Because my husband had the “real job”, he felt like his contribution to the family was more valuable and his needs always came first. I felt worthless and hopeless and I never spoke up for myself. I stuffed my emotions and ate my way to over 300 pounds.

After decades of trying ever diet under the sun, I was referred to Karen for nutrition counseling for my diabetes. She quickly figured out I had some serious emotional eating issues. With the help of her program I lost over 100 pounds and I’ve kept it off for years. When my husband asked me what I was doing ‘this time’ to lose the weight, I simply answered ‘I’m working on healing the hurts that got me here in the first place’. I also learned to love and accept myself whether other people do or not. I am so grateful.” ~Mary