Wellness Coaching has become significantly popular over the past decade. The quality, approach, and effectiveness of a coach can vary widely, and the type of coach can make a significant difference in your success, especially when it comes to health goals and personal development. Evexia Medical’s Ashley McCarthy sits down with their expert coach Jennifer Hynes for a Q&A to learn more about the role of coaching.
Ashley: Coaching seems to be everywhere. Can you tell us about your training and background?
Jennifer: I am a Registered Dietitian and Mindfulness-Based Eating Awareness Practitioner. I have two decades of experience in Coaching and Executive Senior Leadership with global organizations. I am also a Professional Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation. The foundation for my coaching is about forwarding the action, to deepen the learning.
Ashley: Those are impressive credentials! So, will Wellness Coaching help with weight loss?
Jennifer: Wellness Coaching is a supportive part of individual treatment plans at Evexia Medical. Aligning Medical care with Wellness Coaching can help with weight loss, and so much more! Pairing individuals with both our board-certified Medical Doctor and Wellness Coaches enhances sustainable, long-term results.
Ashley: And what if someone is not looking to lose weight specifically, can Wellness Coaching improve general health?
Jennifer: Wellness Coaching is incredibly beneficial for setting realistic health goals and making progress towards them. The benefits of supportive Wellness Coaching include empowering each individual to make choices that are aligned with their goals. Life can be unpredictable right? So, coaching helps strengthen one’s ability to shift and adapt along the way while staying on course.
Ashley: Is Wellness Coaching a part of the Medical visit?
Jennifer: Wellness Coaching is a separate visit and occurs 1 on 1 with each individual. Coaching is a complementary part of Medical treatment, and I work closely with Dr. Florencia Ziemke, our double board certified Medical Doctor. Together, we create a plan, that provides a supportive environment for each individual. For example, someone might be on weight loss medication, or a specific meal replacement plan, or perhaps the focus is on heart disease, or improving cholesterol~ Regardless of the treatment plan, Wellness Coaching meets a person where they are at on their health journey.
My coaching sessions promote behavior change, enhance accountability, provide encouragement and support, and help boost motivation and confidence, especially during challenging times.
Ashley: How and where do Wellness Coaching visits take place?
Jennifer: The Evexia Medical App is powered to support 1-on-1 video calls, allowing individuals the flexibility to take appointments from wherever it’s most convenient. There is no need to drive to an office, nor sit in a waiting room. Your time is valuable, and accessibility is key. We like to think you have access to your Health team at your fingertips, right on your phone. Plus, the App is HIPAA compliant so that means your health information is protected.
Ashley: Can you share what a Wellness Coaching visit looks like?
Jennifer: Sessions are personalized – and a session may include areas such as:
- Clarifying Goals: Helps identify and articulate health and wellness objectives, whether related to fitness, nutrition, or mental well-being.
- Enhancing Self-Awareness: Gain insights into behaviors, motivations, and thought patterns.
- Boosting Confidence: Builds trust in one’s ability to make lasting changes.
- Improving Habits: Cultivates healthier behaviors and routines.
- Overcoming Obstacles: Identifies and works through barriers hindering progress.
- Stress Management: Explores techniques to manage stress and enhance emotional well-being.
Ashley: Why choose Evexia Medical? Why choose Wellness Coaching as part of a person’s Health Plan?
Jennifer: Whether you are managing your weight, diabetes, cholesterol or another circumstance impacting your health, Wellness Coaching enhances your overall Medical treatment. This is how we find true inner confidence, clarity, and tools to work through our challenges towards impactful and lasting changes. I bring mindful compassionate care and care-of-self into sessions, instead of oppressive, restrictive motivation. Evexia Medical is here to help and the approach is holistic- mind-body. I am privileged to help people move through their journey by building confidence and trust within. I find this work rewarding because it aligns with some of my highest core values of authenticity and connection.
