Lan Milliken
San Diego,CA
Summary
Accomplished Health Coach with a proven track record at enhancing client health outcomes through a holistic wellness approach, cognitive behavior change, and motivational interviewing. Experienced in facilitating health promotion and education for individuals and small groups through engaging discussions. Skilled in nutritional knowledge, movement, and interpersonal relationship building. I've empowered clients towards lasting behavioral change, significantly improving their well-being.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Coach
MonjWell Inc.
05.2019 - 01.2024
- Guided clients in setting realistic (S.M.A.R.T.) goals, implementing effective action plans, and monitoring progress for long-term success.
- Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to identify client barriers and facilitate behavior change.
- Established strong rapport with diverse clientele, fostering trust and open communication during coaching sessions.
- Empowered clients to make informed decisions about their health through education on nutrition, fitness, and stress management.
- Hosted monthly seminars on various wellness topics to educate and support the broader community in their health goals.
- Improved client health outcomes by developing personalized wellness plans and tracking progress.
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
Self-employed
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Guided and empowered clients through lifestyle changes in line with their personal values, providing a supportive environment that fostered lasting transformation.
- Facilitated group workshops that promoted healthy lifestyles, informed decision-making processes around food choices while building a supportive community among participants.
- Conducted in-depth client assessments to identify unique needs, preferences, and goals before devising individualized action plans accordingly.
Stay at Home Parent
Self Employed
11.2010 - 05.2019
- Managed household through organization of activities, schedules, and budgets for multiple individuals.
- Volunteered for school fundraising activities & events.
- Proven ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and adapt to new situations.
Planner/Buyer
Hunter Industries DBA FX Luminaire
02.2009 - 10.2010
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Streamlined communication channels for enhanced collaboration between departments during planning stages of projects.
- Managed successful day-to-day operations of projects by maximizing productivity from available resources.
Operations Coordinator
FX Luminaire
06.2008 - 02.2009
- Led successful projects from conception to completion, achieving objectives on time and within budget constraints.
- Boosted productivity by collaborating and establishing effective communication channels between departments.
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives, identifying areas for optimization and implementing changes accordingly.
- Assisted in talent acquisition efforts such as job postings creation, interviews scheduling or onboarding tasks.
ESL Teacher
Seoul Language Institute & Gyeryeong Public School
09.2001 - 08.2006
- Provided targeted instruction to enhance students' overall communication skills in English.
- Developed a welcoming classroom environment that encouraged cultural exchange between students from diverse backgrounds, fostering mutual understanding and respect among classmates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Botany/Psychology
05.1996
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Certification -
03.2019
Coaching Intensive Practicum
06.2021
NBC-HWC Certification -
12.2021
CPR/AED Certification -
05.2024
NASM Certified Personal Trainer -
05.2024
Precision Nutrition Coach Level 1 -
06.2024
Sleep, Stress & Recovery Coach Certification
10.2024
Nutrition Coach Certification
10.2024
Skills
- Nutritional Knowledge
- Holistic Wellness Approach
- Physical Fitness Knowledge
- Motivational Interviewing
- Health Education Instruction
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Interpersonal Relationship Building
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Individual and Group Coaching
- Goal Establishment and Monitoring
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Active Listening Techniques
Timeline
Health Coach - MonjWell Inc.
05.2019 - 01.2024
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach - Self-employed
11.2018 - 03.2020
Stay at Home Parent - Self Employed
11.2010 - 05.2019
Planner/Buyer - Hunter Industries DBA FX Luminaire
02.2009 - 10.2010
Operations Coordinator - FX Luminaire
06.2008 - 02.2009
ESL Teacher - Seoul Language Institute & Gyeryeong Public School
09.2001 - 08.2006
University of Alberta - Bachelor of Science, Botany/Psychology
Institute of Integrative Nutrition - Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Certification,
Institute of Integrative Nutrition - , Coaching Intensive Practicum
National Board of Health & Wellness Coaches NBHWC - NBC-HWC Certification,
American Red Cross - CPR/AED Certification ,
National Academy of Sports Science (NASM) - NASM Certified Personal Trainer,
Precision Nutrition - Precision Nutrition Coach Level 1,
Precision Nutrition - , Sleep, Stress & Recovery Coach Certification
National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) - , Nutrition Coach Certification