Health Coaching

Health coaching is a personalized approach to improving your overall well-being. Think of it as having a wellness partner! A health coach helps you identify your health goals, break them down into manageable steps, and offers support as you work towards positive, sustainable lifestyle changes—whether that’s better sleep, reducing stress, or building healthier habits.

While therapy focuses on understanding and healing emotional or mental health concerns, health coaching is action-oriented and focuses on helping you make changes in your daily life. Health coaches don’t diagnose or treat mental health issues. Instead, they guide you in creating practical strategies to support your mental and physical wellbeing, which can complement therapy

Our health coach is here to help you:
– Improve sleep and relaxation habits
– Manage stress and boost energy levels
– Develop healthier eating and movement routines
– Support your mental health with lifestyle changes
– Achieve your wellness goals through small, consistent steps

If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed in any of these areas, our coach provides the guidance and accountability you need to make real progress.

Anyone looking to improve their health and well-being can benefit! Whether you’re struggling with stress, seeking better work-life balance, or dealing with conditions like anxiety or depression, health coaching can help. If you’ve tried making lifestyle changes on your own but have had a hard time sticking with them, a health coach could be just what you need to stay on track.

In a session, you and your health coach will work together to:
– Discuss your current health challenges and goals
– Explore what’s holding you back
– Uncover your strengths, values and what truly matters to you
– Create a plan for realistic, small steps forward
– Celebrate your progress and adjust goals as needed

Each session is supportive and tailored to your unique needs, so you always feel heard and motivated.

The timeline for seeing results from health coaching can vary greatly depending on your goals, commitment, and the changes you’re working on. Some clients begin to notice positive shifts in their mindset, energy levels, or daily habits after just a few sessions. In general, it takes about 3 to 6 months to see more substantial, tangible changes in your overall health, whether that’s improved sleep, increased fitness, or better stress management.

However, remember that health coaching is all about sustainable, long-term change. Results may continue to unfold over time as you build and maintain healthier habits with your coach’s support. The key is consistency and your openness to the process of personal growth. Everyone’s journey is unique, and your coach will help tailor strategies that work for you individually.

While a health coach isn’t a therapist, lifestyle factors like sleep, diet, and physical activity play a huge role in mental health. Our coach can help you make practical changes that can reduce anxiety, lift your mood, and improve focus. Many clients find that health coaching works beautifully alongside therapy to boost overall wellness.

Absolutely! Health coaching can complement therapy by focusing on actionable changes in your daily life. Your therapist can help you understand the “why” behind your challenges, and your health coach will help you work on the “how” to make meaningful changes moving forward

It’s easy! Just reach out to us here at In Contact Counselling, and we’ll set up an initial consultation with our health coach. During this first session, you’ll get a feel for how health coaching works and decide if it’s the right fit for you. — Ready to take the first step toward a healthier, more balanced life? Contact us today to schedule your first session!