Love the new location. Very comfortable and quiet. The owner is very professional and helpful.read more

Rose Marie from Chicago Illinois. I drive from Chicago to Crystal Lake to go to this Clinic. The…read morestaff is so considerate and supportive. I have had great results with this program and you will too. My care has always been excellent and my weight has been coming off. I recommend this Clinic to anyone that has to lose 5 lbs, 50 lb or more.

From the owner: Why Weight offers medically supervised weight loss and management programs tailored to individual…read moreneeds. Our treatments are safe and effective with personalized diet and exercise plans and FDA approved medications. We serve the greater Chicago area at our location in Crystal Lake, IL.

It is impossible to put into words the gratitude that I feel for Maria Rago and her team at Rago &…read moreAssociates. Maria, Lisa, Josie, and the rest of this team of extraordinary clinicians saved my life - I wouldn't be here today without them. When I started working with Rago & Associates, I was at the end of my rope. My eating disorder had plagued me for years, growing stronger and more powerful despite the work I'd put in with other therapists and dietitians. When I met Maria I was stripped of all hope, and I felt that no matter what I did I would never experience healing or recovery. Maria met me exactly where I was at with compassion, love, and genuine hope for my future. She cried with me, held my hand, and assured me that I was deserving of health and happiness - and that she would fight alongside me tooth and nail until we achieved that, no matter what. She created a treatment plan tailored to my needs and invited my loved ones into the recovery process by providing accessible tools, resources, and space to feel heard and supported with all that they were carrying. She guided my family and me through the ups and downs of recovery - utilizing her experience in everything from outpatient to residential settings - with a keen understanding of what I needed and how to get me to agree to it (no small feat). Maria invited other exceptional clinicians from her team to join in my recovery process, including other therapists, a psychiatrist, and a dietician. Each brought their own unique way of connecting with me and discovering who I was, who I wanted to be, and how we were going to get there together. Through it all, Maria remained firmly planted in my corner, my biggest advocate and supporter, her belief in me unwavering. I cannot overstate how much it meant to have this team of people who refused to give up on me. Every time I fell, I had an interconnected web of people ready to catch me and help me back onto my feet. When I felt like I had nothing left, they showed me how much more fight there was inside of me. Eating disorders flourish in the dark, but this team of people shines with a radiant light. I am forever grateful to them for guiding me down the path to true and full recovery.

Maria Rago & her team without a doubt saved my daughter - because they listen, they are…read morecompassionate, they are honest and they teach how to live life. The therapist works with the patient, but with the entire family because ED is not only about the patient it is about the entire family and how they all learn how to live. As a parent, I can assure you with Maria & her team they guide you to the light.

Knowledgeable, took time to get to know my situation so she could better advise me. Answered all of…read moremy questions.

I've gone to Cristina twice in 2 years. I learned a lot about eating right when I first met her in…read moreOctober 2017. I weighed 160 pounds with 25% body fat and had a body age of 37. One month later I lost 12 pounds and had a body fat content of 19% and had the body of a 30-year old at age 31. One year later, I was hit by a car while I was on my bicycle and suffered a broken left wrist, a sprained right shoulder, and a left knee contusion. I knew that I could not heal faster by putting extra stress on my joints despite healthy physique. That's when I called Cristina again. She put me on a meal plan that not only helped me weigh 138 lbs with 14% body fat and have the body of a 21-year old but helped me heal faster too. My cast was removed 3 weeks and 3 days after the accident and my wrist completely healed 3 weeks afterward. Cristina does a great job of tailoring meal plans for your situation and she will change your life for the better. I am now more confident than ever due to the hard work that I put in and I am very grateful to be alive and healthy thanks to her commitment and support for me during my greatest obstacle.

I've been training with Cristina for almost 4 months and have seen incredible results e.g. my waist…read morehas reduced 4-5 inches and lost over 10 lbs (ask Cristina for my before and current photos). I workout with her and follow her custom meal plans. In just a short period of time I am stronger, my posture is better and my back and hips are never tight. If you are looking for a trainer, I highly recommend Cristina. Each training session is different and tailored to you. I find I actually look forward to my workouts. She ensures that my technique is always correct to avoid any injuries. In addition, Cristina is patient and encouraging, but more importantly she is always available to answer questions. She is extremely reliable and punctual with exercise routines planned in advance. I can't be happier with what Cristina has helped me to achieve (that has been safe and sustainable). Thank you so much!