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teresa jackson, NBC-HWCGratitude * Lifelong learning * Honesty * Humor
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professional background
Having worked in the healthcare field for 35+ years, Teresa has witnessed firsthand the devastation that poor health choices can create. Her initial ascent into coaching in 2012 was focused toward helping physicians better connect with their patients. After four years of this type of coaching, Teresa realized that clients not only have the capacity to change, but unless the client is engaged, change will not happen.
Watching clients take charge of their health was so inspiring for Teresa that she changed gears from focusing on the provider to focusing on the client. She saw real change happen in people's lives, and sees it as an honor to work with people as they discover how they can undergo sustainable, impactful change.
After training with Duke’s Integrative Medicine Coaching Program, Teresa went on to sit for the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching exam. The mission of the Board is to lead the advancement of our industry by establishing professional standards. The certification signals to clients that a coach has had rigorous training and testing to evaluate their depth of knowledge and capabilities as a coach. Teresa believes this certification allows clients to trust that their wellness coach is equipped to guide them to make the changes they desire.
Watching clients take charge of their health was so inspiring for Teresa that she changed gears from focusing on the provider to focusing on the client. She saw real change happen in people's lives, and sees it as an honor to work with people as they discover how they can undergo sustainable, impactful change.
After training with Duke’s Integrative Medicine Coaching Program, Teresa went on to sit for the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching exam. The mission of the Board is to lead the advancement of our industry by establishing professional standards. The certification signals to clients that a coach has had rigorous training and testing to evaluate their depth of knowledge and capabilities as a coach. Teresa believes this certification allows clients to trust that their wellness coach is equipped to guide them to make the changes they desire.
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In her coaching business, Teresa is passionate about helping successful professionals make healthy lifestyle changes. She does this collaboratively through building a stronger mindset and increasing resiliency.
Most of her work is centered around weight loss, weight maintenance, and smoking cessation. Teresa connects with her clients on a deep level as she has experienced the weight loss battle. Having lost 125 pounds several years ago allows her to bring a unique understanding to the coaching role with this population. Teresa attributes the success of her clients to the mindset and resilience work they do together.
Partnering with clients and watching them experience a metamorphosis is much akin to a caterpillar turning into a butterfly. It’s a beautiful experience and Teresa feels blessed to have a front row seat.
Most of her work is centered around weight loss, weight maintenance, and smoking cessation. Teresa connects with her clients on a deep level as she has experienced the weight loss battle. Having lost 125 pounds several years ago allows her to bring a unique understanding to the coaching role with this population. Teresa attributes the success of her clients to the mindset and resilience work they do together.
Partnering with clients and watching them experience a metamorphosis is much akin to a caterpillar turning into a butterfly. It’s a beautiful experience and Teresa feels blessed to have a front row seat.
On a Personal Note
Teresa's focus on mindset and resiliency carries forward into her personal life. She calls upon those areas to keep herself balanced and healthy as she lives by the mantra: The decisions we make today are the opportunities we have tomorrow!
She holds family in the highest regard, noting, “Without question, my family is the seat of my soul.” With much to be grateful for, Teresa spends quality time with her gratitude journal, daily. She believes that having a spirit of gratitude changes your perspective of the world. You begin to look for the positive, in fact you expect it to happen. Teresa is also an avid meditator.
In her personal and professional relationships, Teresa will be there for you. More importantly, she wants to help you learn how to be there for yourself. You already have what you need, and she wants to help you uncover it.
Visit Lean on Me Coaching for more.
She holds family in the highest regard, noting, “Without question, my family is the seat of my soul.” With much to be grateful for, Teresa spends quality time with her gratitude journal, daily. She believes that having a spirit of gratitude changes your perspective of the world. You begin to look for the positive, in fact you expect it to happen. Teresa is also an avid meditator.
In her personal and professional relationships, Teresa will be there for you. More importantly, she wants to help you learn how to be there for yourself. You already have what you need, and she wants to help you uncover it.
Visit Lean on Me Coaching for more.
