Whether you're exploring medications or looking for another way, let's figure out what's actually driving your weight — and what approach makes sense for you.
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Answer three quick questions to find out.
Where are you right now?
What matters most to you?
Which best describes where you're at right now?
My approach focuses on sustainable lifestyle changes, not quick fixes. If you're looking for rapid weight loss, there are other options out there—but the results rarely last. If your priorities shift and you want something built for the long haul, I'm here.
That's okay—it's smart to do your homework. I wrote a deep dive on what the research actually shows about GLP-1 medications—the risks most people aren't being told. It might help you see the full picture before you decide.
When you're ready to take action, I'm here.
But in my experience, the "right time" rarely shows up on its own. The people who get results are the ones who start before they feel ready. When you decide this is a priority, reach out.
An honest look at what each path offers.
| GLP-1 Medications | Noom / Apps | Avantia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:1 face-to-face support | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Personalized to your life | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ |
| No ongoing prescription needed | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| No documented side effects | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HSA/FSA eligible | ~ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Skills you keep long-term | ✗ | ~ | ✓ |
I'm Mike Vera—a board-certified health coach who helps people build sustainable health without relying on medications forever.
I work with people considering GLP-1s, currently on them, or trying to get off. My job isn't to tell you what to do—it's to help you figure out what's actually driving your weight and build a plan that fits your real life.
Doctors tell you WHAT to do. I help you figure out HOW—in a way that actually sticks.
Hear from people who've been where you are.
45 minutes. No pressure. We'll talk through your situation and figure out if working together makes sense.
Strategy Session (45 minutes)
We'll look at what's actually going on with your health, what you've tried, and what's getting in the way. You'll leave with clarity on your next steps—and if it makes sense to keep working together, we'll talk about what that looks like.
Free content can teach you what to do. Coaching helps you actually do it. You get a plan built around your life, someone to troubleshoot with when things don't go as expected, and accountability to stay consistent. Information isn't the problem—implementation is.
The medication handles appetite. It doesn't handle stress, sleep, movement, or the habits that keep results once you stop. Coaching builds the foundation so you're not dependent on the prescription forever.
Your doctor prescribes the medication. I help with everything else—the daily decisions around food, movement, stress, and routines that actually determine whether this works long-term. It's not a replacement for medical care. It's the missing piece.
Yes. You'll need a letter of medical necessity from your doctor—I'll give you a form to make that easy.
