Becoming Board Certified: A New Chapter in Serving You

In January of 2024, I felt a nudge—one that was both familiar and undeniable.

Clients were reaching out for support with overwhelm, chronic stress, burnout, health challenges, lifestyle change, and emotional weight they couldn't quite name. And while my work as a hypnotherapist and coach already helped create powerful change, I knew there was more I could offer.

That awareness lit a spark. I needed to meet people in the very real place we can all relate to - the space between some kind of medical diagnosis or lifestyle change recommendation from a doctor, and the first step of action.

That’s when I decided to pursue certification as a Nationally Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach.

What is a Health & Wellness Coach?

A Health & Wellness Coach is a professional trained to partner with clients explore and achieve their own version of well-being. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all prescription—it’s a collaborative relationship rooted in curiosity, deep listening, and client-led action.

We work together to clarify what matters most, uncover what’s getting in the way, and co-create realistic steps that honor your unique Health and Wellness goals. It’s about empowering you to take aligned, sustainable action—whether that’s improving your sleep, navigating a diagnosis, managing stress, shifting habits, or simply making space to care for yourself again.

Health and Wellness Coaches help people bridge the gap between wanting to change and actually changing—and we do it with deep respect, compassion, and belief in your inner wisdom.

The Power of Being Nationally Board Certified

After nearly a year of comprehensive training and practice through Duke Integrative Medicine—one of the most respected programs in the country—I sat for and passed the National Board Exam for Health & Wellness Coaching this March. This certification, developed in partnership with the National Board of Medical Examiners, is considered the gold standard in the field. It reflects not just the hours of training and experience, but a deep commitment to evidence-based practice, ethical standards, and person-centered care.

And now, I get to show up in a new way for you.

An Integrated Approach to Transformation

Adding this credential to my work as a coach and hypnotherapist has already been transformative—for my clients and for me.

Clients who were once stuck in loops of planning followed by action and inaction, are now taking steps with confidence, clarity, and direction. Those managing chronic stress are finding new ways of regulating their nervous system and creating sustainable energy. People navigating health challenges are reconnecting with a sense of agency and hope.

For practitioners who refer clients to me, this additional certification brings peace of mind. They know their patients are receiving support that aligns with clinical goals while also addressing the emotional, behavioral, and motivational layers that medical appointments don’t always have time to explore.

Coaching doesn’t replace therapy or medicine—it enhances what’s already there and fills in the gaps with presence, partnership, and personalized strategies.

The Outcome? Empowered Change.

When people feel seen, heard, and supported in a safe space—without pressure, shame, or quick fixes—they tap into something remarkable: their own inner momentum. And when that momentum builds? Real, lasting change begins.

I’m honored every single day to witness that.

If you’re curious about how Health & Wellness Coaching could support you—or someone you care about—I’d love to share more. Whether you're navigating a transition, feeling stuck, or ready to take the next step in your well-being journey, I’m here to walk beside you.

💌 Reach out if you'd like to learn more about how the process works or what it might look like for you.

Because you don’t have to do it alone. And because meaningful change is possible—with the right support.

With gratitude,

Dani