Semaglutide Weight Loss in Houston Heights

Semaglutide has quickly become one of the most talked-about breakthroughs in medical weight loss. This FDA-approved medication has helped countless patients achieve significant, sustainable weight loss when diet and exercise alone have not been enough. If you have struggled to lose weight despite your best efforts, semaglutide may provide the support your body needs to finally reach your goals.
Houston Wellness & Aesthetics | Semaglutide
At Houston Wellness & Aesthetics, we offer semaglutide as part of our comprehensive medical weight loss program. Our experienced providers will evaluate your health, discuss your goals, and determine whether semaglutide is the right option for you.
Houston Wellness & Aesthetics | Semaglutide

What Is Semaglutide?

Semaglutide is a GLP-1 receptor agonist, a class of medications that mimic the action of a naturally occurring hormone called glucagon-like peptide-1. This hormone plays an important role in regulating appetite, food intake, and blood sugar levels. When administered as a medication, semaglutide enhances these effects, helping you feel fuller faster, reducing cravings, and making it easier to eat less without feeling deprived.

Originally developed to treat type 2 diabetes, semaglutide was later approved by the FDA specifically for weight management after clinical trials demonstrated impressive results. Patients using semaglutide alongside lifestyle modifications achieved significantly greater weight loss compared to those relying on lifestyle changes alone.

How Does Semaglutide Work?

Semaglutide works through several mechanisms that support weight loss:

Appetite Reduction

Semaglutide signals your brain that you are satisfied, reducing hunger and helping you feel full with smaller portions. This makes it easier to maintain a calorie deficit without constant feelings of deprivation.

Decreased Cravings

Many patients report that semaglutide significantly reduces cravings for unhealthy foods, making it easier to stick to a nutritious eating plan.

Slower Digestion

The medication slows the rate at which food leaves your stomach, prolonging the feeling of fullness after meals and reducing the urge to snack between meals.

Blood Sugar Regulation

By helping to stabilize blood sugar levels, semaglutide can reduce energy crashes and the hunger spikes that often lead to overeating.
Together, these effects create an environment where healthy eating becomes more manageable and sustainable.

What to Expect During Treatment

Semaglutide is administered through a once-weekly injection, which you can easily do at home. The injection is given just under the skin, typically in the abdomen, thigh, or upper arm, using a small, thin needle. Most patients find the process quick and relatively painless.

Treatment begins at a low dose, which is gradually increased over several weeks. This approach helps minimize potential side effects and allows your body to adjust to the medication. Your provider will guide you through the dosing schedule and monitor your progress at regular follow-up appointments.

Most patients begin to notice reduced appetite and early weight loss within the first few weeks. Results continue to build over the following months as you maintain healthy habits alongside your medication.

Potential Side Effects

Like any medication, semaglutide can cause side effects. The most common are gastrointestinal in nature and tend to be mild to moderate, especially during the early weeks of treatment.

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These side effects often diminish as your body adjusts to the medication. Starting with a low dose and increasing gradually helps reduce their severity. Your provider will discuss potential side effects in detail and help you manage any that occur.
Houston Wellness & Aesthetics | Semaglutide
Houston Wellness & Aesthetics | Semaglutide

Results

Clinical studies have shown that patients using semaglutide can achieve substantial weight loss. When combined with a healthy diet and regular physical activity, many patients lose 15% or more of their starting body weight. Individual results vary based on factors like adherence to the program, starting weight, and overall health.

Beyond the number on the scale, many patients experience improvements in energy levels, blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar control, and overall quality of life.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Semaglutide may be appropriate for adults with a body mass index of 30 or higher, or those with a BMI of 27 or higher who have weight-related health conditions. It is best suited for individuals who are committed to making lifestyle changes and want additional support to achieve their weight loss goals.

During your consultation, your provider will review your medical history, current medications, and health goals to determine whether semaglutide is right for you.

Why Choose Houston Wellness & Aesthetics?

At Houston Wellness & Aesthetics, we believe in personalized care that addresses your unique needs. Our providers take the time to understand your weight loss history, evaluate your health, and create a treatment plan tailored to you. We provide ongoing support and monitoring to help you achieve lasting success. Our Houston Heights office offers a comfortable, confidential environment where you can feel supported throughout your journey.

Program Options

We have three main options to suit your needs

Option one- Pay As you go (Virtual or In person)

Pay for your Visit and medications separately Everything is A la carte.

  • Initial Consultation is $99
  • Post Consult Visit $99 ( waived if signing up for membership day of appointment)
  • Blood Work $160 or use your medical insurance
  • Follow up visits $99/ visit

Appointment are monthly for three months then every three months or sooner if needed Pay for each visit at the time of service

Semaglutide

Weekly Injections
$150
0.25 mg (Starting)
$200
0.5 mg
$230
0.75 mg
$250
1 mg
$310
1.7 mg
$350
2.4 mg

Tirzepatide

Weekly Injections
$230
2.5 mg (Starting)
$280
5 mg
$330
7.5 mg
$400
10 mg
$420
12.5 mg
$450
15 mg

Skinny Shot

MIC Lipo Injections
$50
1 ml
$85
2 ml

Memberships

All Memberships require a 6 months minimum commitment

Bronze

Branded Meds

$199

(Ozempic, Mounjaro, etc)

Medication prescriptions only

  • Monthly & unlimited follow-ups
  • Weekly weight check-ins
  • Blood work prescription
  • 10% off supplements
  • 5% off services

Silver

Semaglutide

$250

0.25 – 0.5 mg

Tirzepatide

$300

Up to 5 mg

Includes Medication

  • Ideal for starting journey
  • Includes all visits & check-ins
  • 5% off services

Gold

Semaglutide

$300

0.75 – 1 mg

Tirzepatide

$350

7.5 – 10 mg

Includes Medication

  • Dosage increases
  • Includes all visits & check-ins
  • 5% off services

Platinum

Semaglutide

$350

1 – 2 mg

Tirzepatide

$400

12.5 – 15 mg

Includes Medication

  • Highest dosages
  • Includes all visits & check-ins
  • 5% off services

Other Medications and pricing

Vitamin B & Wellness

Boosters & Value Packs
Vitamin B12
$30
Single Shot
$90
4 Pack

Save $30

$160
8 Pack

Save $80

B Complex
$30
Single Shot
$90
4 Pack
$160
8 Pack
Mega Combo (B12 + B Complex)
$50
Single Shot
$180
4 Pack
$320
8 Pack

Specialty Shots

Metabolism & Anti-Aging
Skinny Shot (MIC Lipo)
$50
General / 1 ml
$85
Double Dose (2 ml)

High Potency

Anti-Aging & Detox
$50
Glutathione
$100
NAD+ Shot

Anti-Aging IM

Our Membership Plans

Specials

Houston Wellness & Aesthetics Specials

injectables

(100 Units for)

$10/unit

Skin Pen Package

(3 Skin Pen treatments)

$750

(originally $900)

Facial Balancing

(3 Syringes)

$1999

Diamond Glow

(Buy 3 Get 1 Free)

$900

Membership

Houston Wellness & Aesthetics Membership

Silver Membership

$149/month

Gold Membership

$199/month

Platinum Membership

$259/month

Additional Member-Exclusive Benefits:
  • 10% Off Additional Services in the Spa
  • 10% Off Skin Care Products
  • Complimentary B12 Shots
  • $100 Off Lip Filler
  • First Choice of Appointment Times