EPISODE · Jul 21, 2025 · 50 MIN
Episode 236 | Psychological Impacts of Bariatric Surgery with Mary-Frances Moore, LMHC, CCTP-II
from Psych Talk · host Dr. Jessica Rabon
In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Mary-Frances Moore, LMHC, CCTP-II about the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. Mary-Frances starts the discussion by sharing what got her interested in the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery, what bariatric surgery is, and who is a good candidate for bariatric surgery . She discusses the purpose of a psychological evaluation before bariatric surgery and what such an evaluation entails. Mary-Frances describes ways individuals can psychologically prepare for bariatric surgery, as well as the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. We discuss psychological pieces individuals miss or do not consider when it comes to preparing for bariatric surgery, as well as post-operatively, in addition to gaps when it comes to support available for those preparing for or who have gone through bariatric surgery. Further, Mary-Frances shares mental health supports individuals should consider before, during, and after bariatric surgery. Connect with Mary-Frances:IG: @the.btrcWebsite: https://thebtrc.comConnect with Me:Follow me on IG @jessicaleighphdFollow the podcast on IG @psych.talk.podcastFollow me on TikTok @jessicaleighphdFollow me on Youtube Follow me on Threads @jessicaleighphdWelcome to Group Therapy PodcastJoin my Facebook community: Grow Through What You Go ThroughWays to Work With Me:Mind Over MatterLGBTQ+ Affirming MasterclassBe a guest on my podcastResources:Anti-Racism ResourcesLGBTQ+ Affirming ResourcesThe Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary SettingIntro/Outro MusicLife of Riley by Kevin MacLeodMusic License
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In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Mary-Frances Moore, LMHC, CCTP-II about the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. Mary-Frances starts the discussion by sharing what got her interested in the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery, what bariatric surgery is, and who is a good candidate for bariatric surgery . She discusses the purpose of a psychological evaluation before bariatric surgery and what such an evaluation entails. Mary-Frances describes ways individuals can psychologically prepare for bariatric surgery, as well as the psychological impacts of bariatric surgery. We discuss psychological pieces individuals miss or do not consider when it comes to preparing for bariatric surgery, as well as post-operatively, in addition to gaps when it comes to support available for those preparing for or who have gone through bariatric surgery. Further, Mary-Frances shares mental health supports individuals should consider before, during, and after bariatric surgery. Connect with Mary-Frances:IG: @the.btrcWebsite: https://thebtrc.comConnect with Me:Follow me on IG @jessicaleighphdFollow the podcast on IG @psych.talk.podcastFollow me on TikTok @jessicaleighphdFollow me on Youtube Follow me on Threads @jessicaleighphdWelcome to Group Therapy PodcastJoin my Facebook community: Grow Through What You Go ThroughWays to Work With Me:Mind Over MatterLGBTQ+ Affirming MasterclassBe a guest on my podcastResources:Anti-Racism ResourcesLGBTQ+ Affirming ResourcesThe Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary SettingIntro/Outro MusicLife of Riley by Kevin MacLeodMusic License
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