Internet Treatment for Weight Loss in Primary Care

Internet Treatment for Weight Loss in Primary Care

This study will test the effectiveness of two distinct treatments for weight loss:

1. Motivational Interviewing
2. Nutritional Counseling. These treatments will be compared to Treatment as Usual. Participants will be recruited through local primary care offices.

Inclusion Criteria:

• BMI 25-55
• Daily access to internet and phone

Exclusion Criteria:

• Co-existing physical and/or psychiatric conditions that require more significant treatment (e.g., bipolar disorder, psychotic illnesses), and/or require more intensive treatment or hospitalization (e.g., suicidality, severe mood disorders)
• Meets criteria for current substance abuse or dependence
• Currently receiving psychiatric, psychological, behavioral, or pharmacologic treatment that is known to affect weight or eating
• Pregnant, breastfeeding, or plans to become pregnant during the treatment period
• Cardiac disease, including ischemic heart disease, congestive heart failure, conduction abnormalities, or a history of heart attack
• Serious neurologic illnesses (e.g., seizure history) or medical illnesses (e.g., impaired hepatic or renal function)
• Uncontrolled diabetes, thyroid conditions, or hypertension