Medication can quiet the “food noise,” but it doesn’t automatically rewire long-standing emotional habits. My practice fills the gap where medical guidance often stops—providing specialized support for the mental health complexities that accompany metabolic change.
GLP-1 & Mental Health
While GLP-1 medications manage the biology, they often trigger significant shifts in identity, body image, and emotional coping mechanisms.
Therapy provides a framework to help you succeed long-term by addressing the behavioral and emotional side of the metabolic shift.
Dr. D’Ambrosio is currently a candidate for The American Association of Bariatric Counselors, furthering her knowledge and expertise in the area.
Bridging the Gap Between Biology and Behavior
- Identity & Body Image: Navigating a changing body and how the world perceives you.
- Emotional Coping: Developing new strategies for stress and comfort when food is no longer the primary coping mechanism.
- Comorbid Support: Treatment for managing pre-existing anxiety, depression, or other mental health conditions during your treatment.
- Preventing “Transfer Addiction”: Ensuring that the suppression of one habit doesn’t lead to the development of other compulsive behaviors.
- Neutrality & Acceptance: Promoting a healthy relationship with food and a more comfortable relationship with your body, grounded in the principles of Health at Every Size (HAES).
A Note on Care:
While I do not prescribe medication, I work as a collaborative partner in your care team. Therapy remains an essential tool for turning a biological shift into a sustainable, lifelong transformation
Disclaimer: If you are struggling with a clinical eating disorder, a multidisciplinary team including an eating disorder specialist, physician and dietitian is recommended.
Why Choose an Experienced Psychologist
With over two decades of experience, Dr. Amy D’Ambrosio brings depth, perspective, and clinical clarity to the behavioral and emotional side of weight management. She is currently a candidate for The American Association of Bariatric Counselors, furthering her knowledge and expertise in the area.
Her approach integrates evidence-based methods with a whole-person understanding of stress, identity, and life circumstances.
In-Person and Teletherapy Options
GLP-1 and the psychological impact is available:
- In-person in Tucson, Arizona
- Secure teletherapy throughout Arizona