When do I need a Health and Wellness Coach?

AWAKEN LATAM, Nov 08, 2022

Are you ready to embark on a journey to improve your health but aren't sure where to start? What if you had an educated and dedicated coach who could help you identify the habits you need to change? A health and wellness coach could be the professional you are looking for.

What does a health and wellness coach do?

Your life is a collection of small everyday habits. A health and wellness coach is someone who can help you adjust those habits to better serve your health. A health and wellness coach can not only help with basic things like weight loss, but also help clients thrive in seven key areas of well-being: physical, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, environmental, social and occupational.

Using tools such as intuitive listening, habit change coaching, and healthy lifestyle design, health and wellness coaches provide their clients with strategies that lay the foundation for long-term holistic well-being.

Why do I need a health and wellness coach?

Many people feel like they can take on their wellness goals on their own. This often proves to be a challenge because they lack the accountability factor. Remember, there is absolutely no shame in seeking out a health and wellness coach – many of the best athletes in the world have coaches!

People often seek out a health and wellness coach because they want to achieve:

1. Lasting healthy habits

2. Weight loss or gain

3. Stress management

4. The ability to make empowered dietary decisions

5. Management of a specific health condition

6. A release from unhealthy habits (such as smoking, excessive drinking, or overeating)

How can a health and wellness coach help me?

Health and wellness coaches play a key role in helping people achieve their health goals. However, health and wellness coaches cannot replace your doctor or psychologist and are not trained to help you diagnose and treat an illness. Health and wellness coaches also cannot prescribe medications.

What to look for in a health and wellness coach?

Before you start looking for a health and wellness coach, it can be helpful to write down a list of exactly what you're looking for. Not all health and wellness coaches can serve all people. Establishing some parameters around your needs will allow you to find the professional who can best help you in your wellness process.

Here are some things to consider when looking for a health and wellness coach:

• Location: Do you want to work with someone in person or virtually?

• Specialty: What type of experience do you want your coach to have? Do you have a specific condition or concern that needs to be addressed?

Credentials and experience: What credentials are important to you in a health and wellness coach? Have they had proven success helping people with their problem or condition?

• Coaching Style: Are you looking for someone who is serious and sets strict goals and limits? Or are you looking for someone to offer you loving and friendly support?

• Process: How long are you looking to work with someone and how often are you prepared to meet?

• Cost: How much can/do you want to spend each month?

What credentials should my health and wellness coach have?

It is essential that your health and wellness coach has received training from an accredited health and wellness coaching program. Organizations that offer accreditation rigorously review programs to ensure they are serving the best interests of clients.

How to find a health and wellness coach?

Once you know what you are looking for in your health and wellness coach, you can begin your search. There are many resources to find a health and wellness coach both through trusted networks and online searches.

Social networks

Search social media for popular hashtags like #healthcoach, #wellnesscoach, #healthcoach. Check out the different specialties and personalities of the coaches until you find one that fits your style. Be sure to read their client testimonials and check their coaching certifications before signing on to anything long-term.

Practitioner Network

Many doctors, nutritionists, and fitness professionals work with a network of trusted health and wellness coaches. Ask your professionals if they work with someone who is suitable to meet your needs.

Participate in Discovery Sessions

Many health and wellness coaches offer free or affordable consultations. Take advantage of these opportunities to see if you feel a connection with the coach, their methods and philosophies. Being able to trust the person who will work closely with you to adjust your daily intimate habits is crucial.