When someone expresses interest in one of my online courses, the first question is often “When can I start?” The next question is, “Is there a test?” And the final question is always, “Where is my certificate?” If you look at my list of courses you know the topics are varied and cover a wide… [Read More]
Online Learning and Curated Content
Content curation is the process of gathering information relevant to a particular topic or area of interest. Services or people that implement content curation are called curators. Curation services can be used by businesses as well as end users. ~ Wikipedia I have been questioned about offering such curated content in my courses because students have stated… [Read More]
Therapist and Coach Scope of Practice Regarding Nutritional Advice
The debate is hot about whether or not a health/wellness coach or a psychotherapist (who may or may not also hold a coach certification) can give nutritional advice. The short answer is, “Not really.” Coaching The longer answer is this- as coaches we often put on our “educator” hat to give information to a client… [Read More]
The Healing Power of Avatars and Virtual Worlds
While you may know me as a pixie- the psychotherapist turned woo-woo intuitive, I have great interest in teaching helping professionals, educators and healers about the power of avatars and virtual worlds. For more than a decade I have been studying, writing and teaching about the virtues of virtual worlds and avatars. I have talked… [Read More]
On Being a Wounded Healer
I have experienced childhood trauma. Many of us have. When I was a psychotherapist, I was careful about what I disclosed to my clients, my peers, my family and the public in general. It is considered unprofessional to discuss such matters, and depending on how one is raised, it may be considered taboo to discuss… [Read More]
Mental Health and Technology- what’s that got to do with intuition?
For me, everything. Becoming an E-Patient About 15 years ago I was diagnosed with Stage IV Sarcoidosis. I was very ill for nearly a year and it took just as long to receive a proper diagnosis. In 2000 I turned to the internet for answers. I found a few support forums for people with respiratory… [Read More]
Information About Becoming a Certified Coach
The Certified International Health Coach (CIHC) credential is offered through the International Association of Health coaches. My Intuitive Wellness Coach Specialist Certificate Practitioner course satisfies the training requirement. Receive approved training and become a credentialed Health and Wellness Coach! What is a Certified International Health Coach? The Certified International Health Coach credential is a mark… [Read More]
Why Become a Wellness Coach?
Let’s define wellness coaching first! What is a Wellness Coach? A Health/Wellness Coach is a supportive guide who works with clients to help them feel their best through food and lifestyle changes. Instead of prescribing one diet or way of exercising, Wellness Coaches tailor individualized wellness programs to meet their clients’ needs and the client’s input from other members… [Read More]