Pre-treatment assessment
The Bariatric Wellness assessment approach: Don't stress, it's not a test
Although assessment before surgery or medication use is not compulsory in Australia, research shows that many people wish they had met with a psychologist before treatment to help them identify potential challenges and what to do about them. As part of our assessment process, you will be given strategies to use before and after surgery to help you achieve your goals and maintain long-term behavioural changes. An assessment is an investment in your health and wellbeing.
Before your appointment
You will be sent a range of questionnaires to complete that will help us identify important things to talk about together.
During your appointment
We will discuss:
Your surgical or medical weight loss decision and how you are feeling about it
Your expectations of treatment and outcomes
The connection between behaviours, emotions, thoughts, and wellbeing
Any worries you have about surgery or medication, and ongoing adjustment
After your appointment
We will provide you with a report and a resource pack containing information and strategies to help you get the most from your surgical or medical treatment.