A health coach is there to support you in making positive changes. Think of them as a guide who helps you look at your past experiences and future goals while encouraging you to take action and stay motivated. These are some of the reasons why coaching works so well:

• Understanding YOU: We begin by clarifying what really matters to you—what you believe in, what you value, and what gets you excited. What gets you out of bed in the morning? What’s the most important thing in your life? This helps us create a plan that fits you and your unique goals.

• Identifying Strengths & Past Successes: We’ll look at what’s worked well for you in the past and the strengths you’ve already got. By recognizing these, we can use them to help you get through any challenges that come up along the way.

• Learning from the Past: We’ll explore clues from your past—successes and challenges—and use them to uncover valuable lessons. Every experience offers something useful to guide us as we move forward.

• Getting Clear on Your Vision: Together, we’ll explore exactly what you want to accomplish and, just as importantly, how reaching that goal will impact your life. Having a clear vision will help keep you focused and motivated as we take the steps to achieve it.

• Putting It into Action: Once we’re clear about where you want to go, we’ll break it down into practical, manageable steps. Together, we’ll decide on actions that feel doable for you and figure out how to stay on track as you move forward.

• Celebrating Wins & Making Adjustments: As we go, we’ll celebrate your progress, regardless of size. If something’s not working, no problem—we’ll tweak it and try a different approach so you can keep moving forward confidently.

When choosing a health coach, ensure they are trained and certified by an accredited organization. Certifications like the National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) from the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) indicate that the coach has met certain standards in education, training, and ethics. The NBC-HWC credential is considered the gold standard, showing the coach has passed a comprehensive exam and demonstrated competence in client-centered coaching, goal-setting, motivation, and communication. At My Unique Health, we follow this standard to ensure the best coaching experience for you.

While diet and exercise are critical for a healthy lifestyle, health coaches focus on helping you develop sustainable habits that stick. Our role is to guide and support you in making lasting changes. For personalized nutrition plans or specific workout routines, we partner with physicians, registered dietitians and certified fitness trainers who are experts in those areas, ensuring you get the best of both worlds.

I do not accept insurance at this time. However, you may be able to use your HSA or FSA to pay for coaching if it’s related to managing or preventing medical conditions through lifestyle changes.

A letter of medical necessity (LMN) from your physician is usually required for reimbursement. Please note that submitting for reimbursement is the client’s responsibility, and My Unique Health cannot guarantee or be held responsible for coverage or payment denials.

I recommend checking with your plan administrator to confirm whether health coaching is an eligible expense under your plan.

No, Health coaching focuses on building new habits and occasionally reflecting on past experiences to gain valuable insights, all while keeping you moving forward. It’s about creating lasting change and progress in your life.

Therapy, on the other hand, is provided by a licensed therapist who specializes in exploring past experiences, emotions, and mental health concerns to heal and process past events.

Health coaching is offered in packages rather than individual sessions because lasting change takes time and commitment. By purchasing a package, you’re making a commitment to yourself and giving yourself enough time to see real progress. Packages allow us to work together consistently, build momentum, and make the necessary adjustments along the way. This approach ensures you stay focused and supported as you create new habits and achieve your goals.

The great thing about coaching is its flexibility. If you haven’t met your goal and would like continued support, we can reassess your needs and extend your package. If you feel confident maintaining on your own, rest assured that you can always schedule a check-in session down the road if your plan needs tweaking or if you encounter an obstacle that needs troubleshooting.