I am having much more success by eating whole foods and ditching the processed foods. I read SuperFoods RX 14 foods that will save your life and it's amazing! I also calorie count and use this tool as a estimate about how many cals I should consume.
http://www.freedieting.com/tools/calorie_calculator.htm
However, sometimes it just takes time for your body to let go. We're so over exposed to people like the biggest loser, where people lose 12 lbs a week. It's just not healthy....2-4 lbs a month is very safe, try not to be discouraged, and give up, it all adds up. Just remind yourself to be healthy and your habits will catch up with your weight sooner rather than later