About the Health Coach

Health coaching is more than just 'helping someone get healthy'. Health coaches act as guides, offering the right tools, resources, and support, as needed, to their clients so they can make wellness changes that work for them. Without the right aids, managing health can be challenging alone. Doctors and other medical professionals simply don't have the time (or training) to help you through the process of making personalized wellness changes. Health coaches are active listeners, compassionate communicators, and seek to understand what more deeply motivates their clients when pursuing health goals. Achieving better health starts in the mind and requires time.

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My previous work as a Certified Dental Assistant as well as my science-based educational background taught me that taking care of your health greatly improves your overall well-being. When you give your body what it needs, your physical and mental health is strengthened and you feel happier. As a result, your relationships flourish, your focus improves, your energy is enhanced, and you develop a positive self-image. I believe all of these improved elements together help you to thrive.

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I hold a Master Health Coach Certification from the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute, which is partnered with the American Council on Exercise, recognized by the American Medical Association, and accredited by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching. My education focused on evidence-based coaching methods that support behavior change as well as advanced health education on chronic disease and disease prevention, all with a client-centered approach. Additionally, I obtained two life-stage certifications through the institute: one to support health for families with children (L.E.A.N. Start) and another to provide health education for adults of all ages (Prime Time Health).

 

Beyond my Health Coach Certifications, I have a Diploma in Dental Assisting from Forsyth Tech Community College where I graduated top in my class. Afterwards, I completed my certification through the Dental Assisting National Board. I also hold a Bachelor of Science in Biology from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro. My diverse educational background and continual pursuits toward additional learning has helps me to better understand the complexities of human health and well-being. It is because of my personal experiences that I approach health coaching with a holistic and evidence-based perspective.

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When I'm not coaching, I enjoy staying active and challenged by Pilates, strength training, and cardio. In the kitchen, I eagerly experiment with nutritious whole-food dishes and healthier baked goods to win the taste approval of my family. I love sharing quality time with my family and friends, delighting in the outdoors, tending to plants, reading, participating in networking events, providing help to others, and cherishing the funny and adorable moments with my fur-babies- a 12-year-old Shih Tzu and a 10-year-old Australian Shepherd mix.