The Change Circle
Stop fighting your body. Start understanding it.
A six-month, evidence-based group program designed to help you improve your metabolic health, understand your appetite, and create lasting change—without diet culture, shame, or quick fixes.
Are you tired of trying every trick in the book?
You’ve seen the fads, the fast fixes, the endless “new thing” you’re supposed to try next. Maybe you’ve even given them a shot—only to find yourself right back where you started. The truth is, you don’t need another quick-hit plan that burns out as fast as it begins.
This isn’t about chasing gimmicks. It’s about understanding your body, your hormones, and the patterns that actually drive lasting results—so you can finally stop starting over.
Your body isn’t a simple equation — it’s a complex system of:
hormones
metabolism
appetite signals
stress responses
sleep patterns.
What makes the Change Circle different?
Unlike traditional weight-loss programs, we don't simply tell you what to eat.
We help you understand why your body responds the way it does so you can make decisions with confidence instead of confusion.
Together we’ll explore:
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01Appetite & hunger regulation
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02Metabolic health
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03Hormones and weight
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04Nutrition without restriction
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05Emotional eating
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06Behaviour change
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07Sustainable movement
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08Sleep & stress
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09Long-term maintenance
What you will master in this program
Appetite Regulation
- How to read your body's signals accurately (hunger, satiety, and satisfaction)
- Working with your changing appetite as you lose weight
- Strategies for emotional eating that actually work
Metabolic Strategy
- Evidence-based nutrition approaches that optimize your medication
- How to prevent the metabolic slowdown that causes plateaus
- Meal timing and composition for sustained energy
Sustainable Systems
- Environmental design that supports your new habits and long-term maintenance
- Stress management techniques that don't involve food
- Social navigation and boundary setting
Health Optimization
- Energy and mood enhancement during weight loss
- Sleep improvement that supports your goals
- Movement strategies that complement your lifestyle
- Longevity-focused health improvements
Built around community
Change is hard to create alone.
The Change Circle combines expert guidance with a supportive group of people working toward the same goal.
No judgment.
No competition.
No diet culture.
Just education, encouragement, accountability, and people who understand exactly where you are.
Live Coaching & Community
- 12 in-person sessions held every other week over six months
- Evidence-based education, live Q&A, and personalized guidance
- Practical strategies and accountability to support lasting change
Online Videos, tutorials, resources
- 6 months access to The Change Circle Video library
- Evidence-based content from obesity medicine research
- Individualized meal plans
Cronometer Tracking App
- Track patterns that matter for your success
- reviewed bi-weekly with nutrition assessments
InBody Scans
- Measures changes in lean muscle mass, body fat, visceral fat, and other key health indicators.
- Change Circle Participants will get 3 scans included in their program ($120 value)
Nurse Practitioner Support
- Routine labs
- Prescribing (if needed or wanted)
- Referrals
Community
- A welcoming, judgment-free space with others on a similar journey
- Encouragement, shared experiences, and ongoing accountability
- Support between sessions so you never feel like you’re doing it alone
What’s included
If Weight-Loss Medication Is Part of Your Journey
You're not alone.
Medications like Ozempic® and Mounjaro® can be incredibly effective—but they're only one piece of the puzzle.
Many people are left wondering:
Why did my appetite change?
Why did I hit a plateau?
What should I actually be eating?
How do I keep the weight off?
What happens when I stop taking medication?
The Change Circle is designed to help you understand what's happening in your body and build sustainable strategies alongside your treatment. If medication is part of your journey, we'll help you learn how to work with it while supporting nutrition, movement, metabolic health, and long-term maintenance.
Weight-loss medication is not required to participate in The Change Circle. Whether you're currently taking medication, considering it, or pursuing your goals without it, the program is designed to meet you where you are.
Is this program right for you?
This is for you if...
- ✓You are done with diets and want a sustainable, evidence-based plan
- ✓You're already on or planning to start a weight loss medication (Ozempic, Mounjaro, etc)
- ✓You’re willing to do the work to understand your relationship to appetite, hunger, cravings, and more
- ✓You value science and empowerment over quick fixes
- ✓You’ve struggled with resistant weight loss, chronic obesity, emotional eating, binge eating, or restrictive dieting
- ✓You’re ready to go beyond the “calorie in - calorie out” concept of weight loss and gain a deep understanding of all the other things that can contribute to weight gain
This isn't for you if...
- ×You’re looking for a quick fix or “drop 10 pounds in 10 days” type of program.
- ×You want rigid rules, strict meal plans, or someone to tell you exactly what to eat every minute of the day.
- ×You’re not open to exploring your mindset, habits, or the deeper “why” behind your choices.
- ×You believe health is only about the number on the scale.
- ×You’re unwilling to invest time and effort into sustainable change.
- ×You’d rather keep chasing the latest fad than learn an approach rooted in science and tailored to real life.
- ×You’re hoping someone else will “fix” you instead of being an active partner in your own transformation.
Investment
Registration Fee
$50
One time fee
Group Sessions
$78.50/session
Billed under ND benefits at the time each session
Recommended 1:1 Care
Not included above. For optimal results, pair the group program with personalized 1:1 care.
- Months 1–3: 30-minute visit every 2 weeks
- Months 4–6: Monthly follow-ups with Dr. TeWinkel
1:1 visits ensure an individualized approach to meet your unique needs.
**For new patients:
$295
If you are a new patient to Dr. Erin TeWinkel, ND then we first book a
60 min Change Circle 1:1 Initial Intake (before the first group session)
Ready for weight loss that lasts?
Space is limited to just 8 participants to ensure personalized care!
Sign up below to secure your spot!