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Karen Brunings

Reno

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate wellness professional with 30 years of expertise in fitness and health transformation, complemented by over a decade of impactful life and health coaching experience. Seeking a Master's degree in Counseling to deepen therapeutic skills and create a more profound client impact through evidence-based mental health interventions. Demonstrated success in facilitating both individual and group transformation through empathetic support, motivational strategies, and holistic wellness approaches. Brings a unique blend of physical and emotional wellness expertise to create comprehensive healing opportunities for clients. Committed to expanding clinical competencies to bridge the mindbody connection and provide more comprehensive mental health support for diverse populations.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Life and Wellness Coach / Owner

KCB Coaching
01.2012 - Current
  • Provide one-on-one sessions, combining movement and life coaching, focused on self-awareness, personal development, physical and emotional well-being, and behavioral change
  • Facilitate group workshops on self-awareness, mindfulness, and personal transformation
  • Develop and implement individualized action plans to help clients leverage strengths and authenticity
  • Utilize active listening techniques to build strong client relationships
  • Design and deliver keynote presentations on wellness and personal development

Graduate Student Assistant

San Jose State University
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Supported instruction of 'Creating a Meaningful Life' course, working directly with students
  • Provided individualized academic and personal development support to university students
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop and implement educational programming
  • Gained valuable experience in academic counseling and student support services

Recreation Program Director

SJC Parks and Recreation
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • Developed and managed after-school programs for at-risk youth across multiple age groups
  • Created safe, supportive environments for student emotional and social development
  • Supervised and mentored program staff, fostering positive team dynamics
  • Collaborated with school administrators and community partners to address student needs

Education

Bachelor of Science - Private and Commercial Recreation

San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
01.1998

Skills

  • Program Development
  • Active Listening
  • Emotional Support
  • Behavioral Change Facilitation
  • Workshop Design and Facilitation
  • Multicultural/Diversity Awareness
  • Client Assessment and Goal Setting
  • Personal Experience with Mental Health Interventions

Certification

  • Certified Life Coach, Health Coach Institute, 2017
  • Certified Health Coach, Health Coach Institute, 2017
  • ISSA Certified Specialist in Exercise Therapy, 2014
  • Master Personal Trainer
  • Group Fitness Instructor
  • BOSU
  • TRX

Timeline

Life and Wellness Coach / Owner

KCB Coaching
01.2012 - Current

Graduate Student Assistant

San Jose State University
01.1999 - 01.2000

Recreation Program Director

SJC Parks and Recreation
01.1998 - 01.1999

Bachelor of Science - Private and Commercial Recreation

San Jose State University

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