Most overweight women have been taught that to lose weight it's just a matter of going on a diet. For these women, the "eat less, move more"

philosophy just sugar coats the fact that some use food and eating to protect deep dark secrets from the past. Debra Mazda, a professional

who has worked with women most of her adult life, knows this issue is more complex. She has watched women lose 100 pounds only to gain

150 back. Debra knows this cycle all too well in her own life. Obesity plagued Debra in her childhood and teen years, culminating in a mental breakdown in her 30's. This began her journey to Health, Healing and Hope. Not only did she lose over 100 pounds, but she was able to forgive those who abused her for years.