The following are key factors that you may want to consider as you select an integrated health coach.
Currently, the integrated health coaching / wellness coaching industry is not regulated. Therefore, there is no existing overarching governance body that determines the specific qualifications of what constitutes a qualified integrated health coach.
There are two major academic based training programs offered in the United States which include: the Center of Integrative Medicine, Duke University and the Arizona Center of Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona.
If you are searching for an integrated health coach, consider whether she or he has received training at one of the above mentioned academic programs as opposed to being a "self-proclaimed" integrated health coach.
Take into account the number of years of professional experience the individual has because this will inevitably impact his/her effectiveness as a professional coach.
Review his/her academic training and credentials in other professional health areas. Although different in nature, effective integrated health coaches usually also have training and experience in the following disciplines: professional / academic counseling, academic teaching and allied health disciplines.
Attend an orientation session in which he/she explains the coaching process and the client expectations.
Ensure that he/she is part of a legal business which is usually reflected as a Incorporated (Inc.) or Limited Liability Corporation (LLC).
Request to receive a copy of the terms of agreement / coaching contract and ensure that there are legal clauses that reflect the confidential nature of the coaching session.
There are two major academic based training programs offered in the United States which include: the Center of Integrative Medicine, Duke University and the Arizona Center of Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona.
If you are searching for an integrated health coach, consider whether she or he has received training at one of the above mentioned academic programs as opposed to being a "self-proclaimed" integrated health coach.
Take into account the number of years of professional experience the individual has because this will inevitably impact his/her effectiveness as a professional coach.
Review his/her academic training and credentials in other professional health areas. Although different in nature, effective integrated health coaches usually also have training and experience in the following disciplines: professional / academic counseling, academic teaching and allied health disciplines.
Attend an orientation session in which he/she explains the coaching process and the client expectations.
Ensure that he/she is part of a legal business which is usually reflected as a Incorporated (Inc.) or Limited Liability Corporation (LLC).
Request to receive a copy of the terms of agreement / coaching contract and ensure that there are legal clauses that reflect the confidential nature of the coaching session.
