A Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) is a professional trained to guide individuals in creating meaningful and sustainable health and wellness changes. Certification ensures rigorous training, ethical practice, and expertise in behavior change science.

While similar to therapists in providing a safe, non-judgmental space, coaches focus on exploring your future rather than delving deeply into your past. This distinguishes us from therapy, career coaching, or life coaching—although we can explore topics related to both. Our primary role is to empower you to identify your goals, overcome barriers, and develop the habits and skills to achieve lasting change.

Health coaching is an emerging profession that requires rigorous training and certification to ensure ethical practice and professionalism. Many individuals claim to be health coaches without formal qualifications, which is why certification standards were established in the United States.

I am completing my training through the University of Minnesota’s Bakken Center for Spirituality & Healing, a leader in advancing health coaching education, research, and care innovations. The program is designed to equip coaches to guide clients holistically, emphasizing that individuals are the experts in their healing journeys.

About the Program
Graduates are prepared to work in diverse settings, such as hospitals, clinics, schools, corporations, and community organizations. The curriculum includes training in:

• Integrative therapies

• Behavior change theory

• Trauma-informed mental health

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Leadership and evidence-based decision-making

With a blend of coursework, practicums, and internships, this program ensures that health coaches are well-prepared to make a meaningful impact.

Prerequisites
Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and foundational knowledge in physiology and psychology, with recommended experience in communication and medical terminology.

This rigorous training guarantees that certified health coaches are not just advisors—they are partners in helping individuals achieve their health and wellbeing goals.

Choosing to work with a coach in training provides exclusive benefits:

• Free Sessions, Real Results: While I complete my certification, all sessions are entirely free—offering you high-quality coaching without any financial commitment (many trained coaches charge $100-$200+ per session). This is a unique opportunity to prioritize your wellbeing at no cost.

• Fresh Expertise: I bring cutting-edge, evidence-based strategies to help you reach your goals effectively, backed by the latest training and insights in the field.

• Collaborative Advantage: Your feedback not only shapes your experience but also helps refine my approach, ensuring future clients benefit from an even more polished coaching process.

• A Rich Perspective: My extensive background in health and wellness research, community engagement, and coaching provides a solid foundation to guide you toward meaningful change.

• Holistic, Culturally Informed Care: As the child of Nigerian immigrants, I grew up with a deep understanding of holistic approaches that honor the connection between body, mind, and spirit.

Don’t miss this chance to invest in yourself while benefiting from a coach committed to your growth and wellbeing. Learn more about me on the About tab of the website. Let’s start your journey together!

A typical coaching session is collaborative, empowering, and tailored to your unique needs. Here’s what you can expect:

• Longer First Session: Your first session will typically be longer, giving us time to explore your goals, current state, and desired outcomes more deeply.

• Clarifying Your Goals: We begin by discussing your aspirations and the changes you want to make in your life.

• Exploring Strengths and Challenges: Together, we’ll identify your strengths, challenges, and motivations to craft an effective plan of action.

• Personalized Action Plan: We co-create a plan that aligns with your core values and long-term aspirations, ensuring your progress feels authentic and meaningful.

• Self-Discovery and Reflection: I’ll provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you'll experience a lot of self-discovery. You’ll be doing most of the talking as we work through insights and challenges.

• Accountability and Support: Throughout the coaching process, I will help you stay on track, providing the guidance and accountability you need to reach your goals.

Each session is about you: it’s a partnership focused on your version of health and wellbeing, a space for you to grow, reflect, and achieve your fullest potential.

Coaching may be a good fit if you’re:

• Ready to make positive changes but feel unsure about where to start.

• Looking for guidance and support to navigate health and lifestyle challenges.

• Seeking accountability and encouragement to create lasting change.

I bring a unique blend of expertise in integrative health and behavior change science, coupled with a compassionate, whole-person approach. My strengths include:

• Emphasizing the connection between mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.

• Incorporating mindfulness and spirituality into our sessions to create a holistic experience.

• A passion for empowering clients to take charge of their health in a way that aligns with their faith and values.

Coaching covers a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:

• Physical health: Nutrition, exercise, and sleep optimization.

• Emotional well-being: Stress management, mindfulness, and self-care.

• Spiritual habits: Developing or deepening practices such as prayer routines, scripture meditation, or integrating faith into daily life.

• Behavior change: Building new habits, breaking unhelpful patterns, and fostering resilience.

• Purpose-driven goals: Aligning life and health decisions with your values and priorities.

Bring your topics to the table - I’m ready to work with them.

Health coaching focuses on helping you create actionable plans for the future, whereas therapy or counseling often explores your past to address emotional or psychological issues. As a health coach, I don’t diagnose or treat mental health conditions. Instead, I partner with you to explore your goals, identify barriers, and develop strategies to achieve your vision of health and wellbeing.

Yes! Health coaching can complement your existing healthcare plan. Together, we’ll focus on achievable, personalized goals that align with your needs and aspirations while respecting any advice you’ve received from medical professionals.

No, and that’s the beauty of health coaching! You are the expert on your own life. Our sessions are rooted in the understanding that you already possess the wisdom and insights needed to create meaningful change. My role is to guide you, ask powerful questions, and help you uncover the answers you already hold. This approach ensures that the strategies we develop are authentic to you and sustainable in the long run.

For now, I offer one-on-one coaching sessions to ensure personalized attention and support tailored to your individual needs. My training also includes learning how to facilitate group coaching, so stay tuned—more options will be available in the future!

That’s completely okay! Many people feel this way, and coaching is designed to help you sort through the noise and find clarity. We’ll work together to break down overwhelming goals into manageable steps. Our sessions will create a judgment-free space where you can discover your priorities, gain confidence, and move forward at a pace that feels right for you.

Yes! As a coach in training, I am offering sessions completely free of charge. This allows me to refine my skills while providing you with high-quality, personalized support. It's a unique opportunity to experience professional coaching at no cost!

To participate, all you need is an open mind and a willingness to explore your goals and challenges. Sessions can be conducted either in person or virtually through Zoom, depending on your preference and convenience. If we meet virtually, you'll need a stable internet connection, a quiet, private space, and a device such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone to connect. Visit the ‘Contact’ page of this website to get started!