Behavioral weight control programs typically result in a weight loss of 1-2 pounds per week, depending on several factors (e.g., initial body weight, adhering to the lifestyle change). Scientific evidence shows that individuals who lose and maintain weight engage in specific behaviors including keeping a weight journal, healthy and balanced eating, exercising, modifying behaviors, and maintaining contact with a weight loss provider.

Dr. Shapiro has been facilitating behavioral weight control programs since 1999 at various institutions including the University at Albany, State University of New York; Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC; and Structure House, Inc., Durham, NC. Dr. Shapiro was previously faculty in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and developed and facilitated the ongoing weight control program for several years prior to moving to San Diego. She is known for her expertise in this area and has trained other providers in offering such a program. She continuously updates and improves her program based on the current cutting-edge research.