Dr. Sandy Van is a licensed medical doctor and director of Haven Weight Management, a medical and behavioural weight management program in Ontario. She uniquely helps individuals achieve their best weight through the use of psychological strategies and anti-obesity medication. Her goal is to disrupt the cycle of yo-yo dieting and to help others overcome the mental and physiological obstacles to longterm weight loss.
“Sustainable weight loss is about tackling the root of overeating. The adage of “eat less, move more” is oversimplified and undermines the complexity of a condition that originates from genetics, biology and environment. ”
Dr. Sandy’s public engagements have included speaking at national medical conferences and contributing to television media. At a local level, she is involved in facilitating training workshops and provides consultation to healthcare practitioners about the practice of obesity medicine. Her mission is to evolve the field of behavioural weight management and effect lasting change in the many Canadians who struggle with weight.
In Capetown, South Africa speaking to Physicians about how to foster Cognitive Resilience in patients living with obesity.
The real opportunity for clinicians lies in helping patients build mental resilience for long-term weight management. By blending Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), we empower patients to reframe setbacks, strengthen coping skills, and make choices aligned with their values.
The misconceptions about obesity that will help you take control of your weight loss on Cityline
How to eat, drink and be merry while maintaining your weight this holiday season
Interview with Best Health Magazine December/January 2019 issue
3 steps to overcome mental traps to healthy behaviour change
Interview with Best Health Magazine October/November 2019 Issue
