FAQ

  1. Why hire a health coach?

Making significant changes to your lifestyle isn’t easy.  Marketing messages, cultural standards, and even the good intentions of family, friends and colleagues can make it even harder.  With a coach you will have practical (cooking and negotiating the holidays!) and psychological ( goal clarification,  accountability, companionship) support.  With a coach, you are maximizing the chance your efforts will pay off.

 

  1. Do I have to go 100% Plant Based?

No.  This is about your goals, your journey.  Do keep in mind that my training and personal bias is that a diet that is at least 95% plant based is the best for most people and the planet.  If you want to only eat steak, we are not a good fit.  If you want to increase the amount of plants and whole foods you eat by any amount, it would be my privilege to work with you.

 

  1. What if I am uncertain this approach is for me?

Signing a coaching contract is a commitment to try, not a religious vow! My “90 Day Pivot to Health” is just that-90 days.  Furthermore, you can cancel the contract at any time with no further obligation.

 

  1. How will I know you are the right coach for me?

During your free discovery session, together we will identify if this is an appropriate fit.  So before you say “yes”, you will have a sample of the coaching experience.

 

  1. I don’t live in your area. Will the coaching still be effective?

Absolutely.  Not only can we use video calling for regular sessions, but facetime and Whatsapp make it easy for you to “take me along” on a shopping trip, or for us to look at things in your kitchen together.

 

  1. What can I expect from you as my coach?

I will listen carefully, expand your view of what is possible and promote the discovery of new insights. I will provide an environment that is safe, encouraging and supportive.  I will respect the confidentiality of our discussions and the agreements we make.  I will give you straight feedback and operate as an honest sounding board.  I will be an on-going resource for you in accomplishing your intentions.

 

  1. How is my personal information protected?

Your information, including my notes on our discussions and any documents you send me, is stored on secure server maintained by Coaches Console. You will have a user name and password so you can access your private client website, send me messages and documents securely, and access my “client only” resources.  For client convenience, I also provide a phone number that can be used for texting questions between sessions—please note this number has no security beyond that of a normal iphone text message.   I will not share any information you provide by any medium with anyone else without your prior authorization.  

 

  1. Are there professional standards for the coaching industry?

Yes.  There is a code of ethics, core competencies, accreditation processes and an International Coach Federation that promotes the advancement of coaches.  To learn more about this, click here: http://www.coachfederation.org/ICF/

 

  1. Why can I have confidence in the information you provide on diet and nutrition?

I will provide sourcing for all the information I provide you.  Often it will be from organizations you will recognize like National Institute of Health or papers or presentations from credentialed leaders in the field such as Dr. Michael Greger, MD or Brenda Davis RD.  As a graduate of the FNR Nutrition Coaching Program, I have ongoing access to a panel of credentialed experts including Registered Dieticians and a professor of nutrition I turn to check the accuracy of my research.  If you are currently under the care of a medical professional such as a doctor or registered dietician, I will ask you to share their findings and recommended course of action so I can be sure my coaching supports it. 

 

  1. How do I pay for your services?

I accept payment by check, Zelle, or Venmo.  Your coaching contract will lay out the payment terms, and invoices will be emailed to you at least 10 days before payment is due.  

 

  1. I am interested! What is the next step?  Book a free discovery call with me!  Use the button on the home page or call or text 443-410-0935 to request one.