Benefits Think Based on empathy, grounded in science: The essential role of health coaches

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Behavior change isn’t easy. Dealing with stress, making healthy food choices, getting enough exercise — I don’t know anyone who doesn’t struggle with at least one of these issues. People don’t give up from a lack of desire to change, but rather, because they approach behavior change alone and in ways that aren’t productive or that don’t lead to lasting results.

That’s why I became a health coach — to offer patients reinforcement, hope, and trust. With evidence-based interventions and rigorous training, coaches are uniquely qualified to support patients on their healthcare journey, helping them change behaviors so that they can live healthier lives. 

Dana Medlin
Sr. Director, Behavior Change & Engagement

Dana Medlin, NBC-HWC, MBCS, is the Senior Director of Behavior Change & Engagement at RecoveryOne, a leading digital physical therapy solution. A certified health and wellness coach, Dana has … Read full bio


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