Dr. Steven Reyes, EdD has specialized in the field of bariatric psychology since 2005. Since then he has worked with thousands of people striving to achieve and maintain their health long-term. He is affiliated with multiple Centers of Excellence (COE) bariatric programs in southern California where he conducts pre-surgery psychological assessments and facilitates pre-surgery educational classes. For nearly two decades hospitals have used his pre-surgery curriculum to prepare their patients for their weight loss surgery journey. He speaks regularly on the local weight loss support group circuit and coaches patients from all over the country helping them deal with issues they face after weight loss.

“Dr. Steve” is best known for his compassionate coaching and therapeutic approach in helping others with their psychological and physical well-being. With a unique background in marketing, health sciences, and addiction, he offers a keen understanding of countering the influences that can sabotage lasting change. Dr. Steve’s doctoral research included a phenomenological study of the post-surgical adjustment issues with weight loss surgery patients who were between one and two years post-op.

As an active member of the weight loss surgery community, he is passionately committed to helping people implement and maintain their own long-term behavioral change strategy. Whether helping someone one-on-one or in a group setting, his zest for health and life are evident in his interaction with others. He has long been a supporter of the weight loss surgery community, and has been a two-time host of the National Obesity Help Conference (2019, 2023).

Dr. Steve is a Member of the American Society for Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS), member of the American Psychological Association (APA). He is licensed in multiple states, and maintains a private coaching/therapy practice in Southern California (SoCal).