It all began with an idea from two clinical health psychologists: provide effective, accurate information to assist people in losing weight and improving their level of  fitness.  Doctors Bret and Natalie Emery had a passion for the principles of physical  fitness and the increased energy provided by healthy eating. They had applied these principles in their own lives for many years, but were amazed by how little of his scientifically based information was available to the general public. 

After watching American’s increase their body weight to epic proportions, and having become the fattest nation in the world, Doctors Emery could not stand by without trying to make a difference.  They had seen numerous fad diets and
exercise gadgets take the country by storm, only to be quickly disregarded a few months later as the results promised never became reality.

Both Dr. Bret and Dr. Natalie left their respective career paths and joined together in effort to create a solution for the growing obesity epidemic; with this, Emery Behavioral Medicine was born in Weston, Florida.  Both Bret and Natalie built the program from the ground up, making sure each aspect was focused on the objective: client success!

Word spread quickly, as those who came to see either Dr. Bret or Dr. Natalie were awarded with weight loss and physical conditioning success.  Being located in South Florida, many professional athletes and performers were introduced to the Emery approach to physical conditioning.  The Weston facility became the mecca of physical conditioning and weight loss knowledge.   Dr. Bret and Dr. Natalie’s dream of making a difference was quickly becoming a reality.

The success of the Emery approach became well known nationally and internationally as individuals traveled to South Florida to seek guidance from Dr. Bret and Dr. Natalie.  In 2005, a Canadian company expressed interest in merging with Emery Behavioral Medicine.  In early 2006, the two companies merged and retained the name Emery Behavioral Medicine.  In late 2006, expansion occurred as a Georgia based facility was initiated and the Alpharetta facility was born.

Currently, expansion into Canada is underway.  Regina will be home to the newest Emery facility, with the grand opening scheduled for the spring of 2009.

Our Story

Eric and Christi Barber are the Managing Directors of Emery Behavioral Medicine in Weston. Eric and Christi relocated to South Florida from Calgary, Alberta, Canada to pursue their true passion of physical conditioning.  Eric, a certified personal trainer, continues to develop tailored programs for each of his clients based on their specific goals and lifestyle. His clients boast results not often realized in a standard fitness facility. As an avid triathlete with a passion for health and fitness Eric focuses on increasing his knowledge base continually in order to further assist his clients in reaching their goals! Read more . . .
Christi was ranked among the top ten squash players in Canada, since moving to Florida she has retired her racquet and picked up her running shoes. Christi also completed the Miami Marathon in January 2007 & 2008. Throughout her experiences as a top squash player, Christi developed a new respect and passion for proper training techniques as well as the extreme importance of a healthy diet (which is often overlooked by top athletes).  Her passion for nutrition, exercise and interpersonal relationships is felt throughout Emery Behavioral Medicine. Read more . . .

Would you like to learn more about our approach? Click on the link Our Approach or call Eric or Christi today at 954-659-9446