A community for teens where self-love is your superpower to achieve your health goals and follow your dreams!
What is IME Community?
“If we keep applying the same BMI-focused diet culture approach, we will continue to fail.”
– Karla Lester, M.D., Founder & Child Obesity Expert
THE POWER OF CHOICE
What is the power of choice? It’s knowing that no matter where you’re at in life right now, you have the strength and courage to create positive, long-lasting change in your own way, on your own time. It’s taking charge of your future by making small decisions day by day that result in something bigger. It’s learning that the key to achieving your weight and life goals and dreams for the future is fully loving yourself for who you are in the present. It’s embracing that your weight is only a small part of who you are, but by building a healthy relationship with food and exercise through the power of choice, you can live more active, more inspired, more confident and more uniquely YOU.
THE REAL EPIDEMIC
Let’s think differently about it. Unhealthy weight gain is hormonal and not simply caloric. The real epidemic facing children and adolescents is Insulin Resistance (IR) and metabolic diseases associated with IR, such as prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver disease, PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and metabolic syndrome.
Download my Insulin Resistance in Teens Guide here to learn about my metabolic health approach.
THE REAL EPIDEMIC
Let’s think differently about it. Unhealthy weight gain is hormonal and not simply caloric. The real epidemic facing children and adolescents is Insulin Resistance (IR) and metabolic diseases associated with IR, such as prediabetes, type 2 diabetes, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver disease, PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and metabolic syndrome.
Download my Insulin Resistance in Teens Guide here to learn about my metabolic health approach.
IME Community in Action
Currently Licensed in 15 States
Arizona | Colorado | Georgia | Illinois | Indiana | Iowa | Kansas | Michigan | Minnesota | Nebraska | Ohio | Texas | Utah | Wisconsin | Wyoming
Are you eligible for Metabolic Telehealth for children & adolescents? No referral needed. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Karla today:
Ready to Level Up and create powerful change in your life? If you’re a parent or a teen, click below to learn more about coaching:
IME Community in Action
Currently Licensed in 15 States
Arizona | Colorado | Georgia | Indiana | Iowa | Kansas | Michigan | Minnesota | Nebraska | Ohio | Texas | Utah | Washington | Wisconsin | Wyoming
Are you eligible for Metabolic Telehealth for children & adolescents? No referral needed. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Karla today:
Ready to Level Up and create powerful change in your life? If you’re a parent or a teen, click below to learn more about coaching:
THE POWER OF CHOICE
What is the power of choice? It’s knowing that no matter where you’re at in life right now, you have the strength and courage to create positive, long-lasting change in your own way, on your own time. It’s taking charge of your future by making small decisions day by day that result in something bigger.
It’s learning that the key to achieving your weight and life goals and dreams for the future is fully loving yourself for who you are in the present. It’s embracing that your weight is only a small part of who you are, but by building a healthy relationship with food and exercise through the power of choice, you can live more active, more inspired, more confident and more uniquely YOU.
Follow the IME Community blog for Self-Love Superpower updates every month.
IME PROMISE
When you work with me:
- No restriction of calories. No calorie counting. Restriction is diet culture, it’s harmful and leads to binge eating.
- I’m a soft place to land. I don’t shame or blame you if you gain weight. I treat you with compassion.
- I always ask permission to talk about weight. You don’t have to use weight as an outcome measure. You determine your own measures of success.
- All health behaviors count. Sleep, stress, relationships.
MY INNOVATIVE APPROACH
“I bring all of my expertise to the table to help children and teens achieve positive metabolic health outcomes, so they enter young adulthood without the burden of chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes.”
“Dr. Karla gave both our teen and us the tools for health and a healthy body image. She helped us see where we had caved to diet culture and did this with kindness and respect. More importantly, she showed us how to support our teen with love, truth, and healthy and empowering choices. Thank you, Dr. Karla!”
SUPPORTING INDEPENDENCE
“Parents, we expect you to strike a balance between providing constant support for your teen without being overbearing. We want to evoke personal growth in your child, both mentally and physically, that leads to a permanently improved outlook on their overall health.”
– Dr. Karla
SUPPORTING
INDEPENDENCE
– Dr. Karla
IME PROMISE
When you work with me:
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- No restriction of calories. No calorie counting. Restriction is diet culture, it’s harmful and leads to binge eating.
- I’m a soft place to land. I don’t shame or blame you if you gain weight. I treat you with compassion.
- I always ask permission to talk about weight. You don’t have to use weight as an outcome measure. You determine your own measures of success.
- All health behaviors count. Sleep, stress, relationships.
FREE ONLINE RESOURCES
Ready to take advantage of fantastic free resources? If you’re thinking about making a change, our free videos, podcasts and downloadables are a great place to start. No ads, no third parties and no sponsors here — this info is coming directly to you from lifelong experts. Take a more fun and effective approach to your health and learn how to create goals on your own terms using the power of your mind!
VIDEOS
PODCAST
Whether you’re walking to class or driving to practice, you can kickstart positive change in your life on the go with entertaining doctor insight.
PRINTABLES
Take extra action now and check out these optional IME downloads, which will help you achieve weight and life goals with interactive worksheets.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Got questions? We’re glad you asked! Here are some common life coaching curiosities from teens and parents.
What is life coaching?
As a life coach, I will show you how your current thinking creates your current results and how to create a new belief so you can create any result you want. I will help you unlock the power of your mind to slay any goal and create any result.
Is life coaching the same as therapy?
Life coaching isn’t therapy and should never be considered a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor and therapist.
I’m not sure I’m ready to make a lot of changes. Is that okay?
You bet! You always have the power of choice! You decide on your goals, your next steps, and how you will measure your success. IME Community is there to support and guide you all the way. IME Community believes in your unlimited potential to create any result you want.
I’m already so busy with homework and activities, I don’t know if I have time for IME.
No worries. When you show up for yourself, you will get results. Start with a small change and keep adding on and over time you will be leading your healthy life! Have fun and get healthy!
Do I have to eat certain foods? Count calories? Track my weight?
No, no and no, is the answer to all of these questions. In fact, IME Community suggests you throw all of that out of the window! Instead, you will learn that self-love is your superpower; to choose what works; and all of the life coaching skills you need to revolutionize your health and chase your dreams!
When should I see my doctor?
IME Community is not a substitute for seeing your doctor or healthcare provider. In fact, you are encouraged to visit your doctor for evaluation and for any health concerns. IME Community is a life and weight coaching platform and does not provide medical services or consultation. Always seek the advice and guidance of your doctor with any health concerns.
