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Bariatric Evaluations Only: I am a Clinical Psychologist who specializes in bariatric surgery and weight loss. I provide psychological evaluations for patients who are preparing for bariatric surgery. These evaluations can be done virtually. The psychological process related to, and impact of, weight loss and bariatric surgery is one of my greatest passions. I am compassionate about the battles and struggles; emotional, physical, and psychological, surrounding obesity. My goal during evaluation is to educate patients on the psychological aspects of bariatric surgery, as well as to offer behavior modification tips unique to you.
My evaluation consists of an interview and psychological testing. We discuss your goals and expectations related to surgery. My goal is to educate you on the process of bariatric surgery and weight loss, inform you of the obstacles some patients face throughout the process, and help you develop a plan to ensure the most successful surgery outcome possible.
We discuss behavior modifications necessary for you to thrive post-surgery, body image, mental health, disordered eating, emotional eating, barriers that may prevent patients from realizing success, and ways to manage unhealthy behaviors around food. Finally, I make individualized recommendations for you. I only do these evaluations, not outpatient therapy.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Shannon Cranston now - (810) 644-1589
Finances
Accepted Insurance Plans
- Aetna
- Blue Care Network
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cofinity | First Health
- HAP | Health Alliance Plan of Michigan
- Magellan
- McLaren
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Verify your health insurance coverage when you arrange your first visit.
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 19 Years
- License: Michigan / 6301014638
- School: Michigan School of Psychology
- Year Graduated: 2010
Specialized training in bariatric evaluations, weight loss and management, body image.
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Specialties
- Weight Loss
- Eating Disorders
- Obesity
Issues
- Addiction
- Bariatric Evaluations
- Bariatric Testing
- Chronic Relapse
- Emotional Disturbance
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Sexuality
- Bisexual
- LGBTQ+
- Lesbian
Client Focus
Age
- Elders (65+)
- Adults
- Teen
Communities
- Body Positivity
- Gay Allied
- Lesbian Allied
- Non-Binary Allied
- Queer Allied
- Racial Justice Allied
- Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Bariatric Evaluations
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Psychological Testing and Evaluation
Modality
- Individuals
Last Modified: 23 Mar 2022
(810) 644-1589