Maverick for Adolescents & Teens
(ages 11-20)

Excess body weight is a serious issue at any age. I offer a rational, knowledgeable, and supportive space for adolescents' wellness. My focus is on untangling dieting (i.e. STOP dieting), promoting healthy body image, and improving health through habit building, making it easier for kids to enhance their health without sacrificing life.

As a physician and diplomate of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, I want to bring you evidence-based treatment to help improve health.

  • Detailed look into medical history, current habits, interests, and goals.

  • Individualized plan addressing possible causes and solutions for excess weight.

  • Step-by-step behavioral modification plan to simplify the process of living a healthier lifestyle.

  • Optional medication*, if indicated, to help barriers to improving body weight.

  • A look into the manipulative world of the food and weight loss industries to help kids learn to spot traps.

  • The first month consists of a 50-minute consultation appointment where we cover all aspects of weight and lifestyle.

  • Approximately one week after your consultation, we will return for an additional 30-50 minute visi where we will discuss my evaluation and detailed plan. This is where we really start to make some changes and dicuss medications if appropriate.

  • We will meet monthly to reevaluate progress, while continuing to learn new skills. These appointments are important to identify and detour any roadblocks and address medication benefits and side effects.

  • Greatest success lies in frequent contact. This is done through check-ins on the online portal, educational materials and videos, interesting “homework”, and newsletters every other Monday. You will have to option to use an interactive app for added feedback. While my intention is not to become a nuisance, you should feel a Maverick presence frequently.

  • You have the freedom to conclude your time with Maverick whenever you choose. There are no long-term commitments, and you can cancel anytime (see pricing details page). About a year should equip your child with the skills to sustain healthy habits. Nevertheless, additional support often transforms knowledge into action, so feel free to stay for as long as you and your child benefit from it.

    If taking a medication through me and have reached a maintenance phase, we will discuss options for long term maintenance including changing your monthly membership to a visit every 3 months option.

  • Monthly membership fee of $189 which includes one office visit, one check-in by phone or email portal and monthly support materials. There is a $100 initiation fee which covers your consultation evaluation and plan development. Please see pricing page for more details.