Marcella Castellanos
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Dynamic Bilingual Chronic Management Health Coach skilled in motivational interviewing and behavior modification. Successfully developed a diabetes pilot program, enhancing client HbA1C levels through personalized coaching and community workshops. Proven ability to build rapport and foster trust, ensuring clients achieve their health goals effectively.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Chronic Management Health Coach
Vesta Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
- Developed a comprehensive, empowering and professional reversing diabetes pilot program to support mostly senior client goals of improving their HbA1C levels.
- 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.
- Researched current health trends to enhance program offerings and client resources.
- Facilitated group workshops to promote healthy habits and community engagement.
- Utilized digital tools to manage client data and monitor health outcomes effectively.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided ongoing motivation and accountability through one-on-one coaching sessions.
- Guided clients in setting realistic goals, implementing effective action plans, and monitoring progress for long-term success.
- Implemented stress-reduction techniques into coaching sessions for improved mental well-being among clients.
- Maintained records of clients' health progress and compared to health goals.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting coaching approaches as needed for optimal results.
Diabetes and Weight Loss Health Coach
Yes Health
05.2019 - 07.2023
- Educated clients on a nutrition, exercise, and wellness strategies to improve pre-diabetes and diabetes diagnosis, weight loss and enhance overall health.
- Managed approximately 100+ incoming text messages daily.
- Utilized digital tools for tracking client data and facilitating communication between sessions.
- Led video production team for developing wellness videos the were published on the platform.
- Collaborated with bilingual, Spanish-speaking team to serve our clients.
Holistic Health Practitioner
Self
01.2014 - 04.2019
- Designed personalized wellness plans based on holistic health assessments.
- Conducted comprehensive client consultations to identify health goals and obstacles.
- Facilitated workshops on nutrition, energy healing, stress management, and mindfulness practices.
- Gave presentations to a senior population on integrating wellness in practical ways sometimes with more than 30 people.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA06.2006
Skills
- Coaching
- Holistic wellness approach
- Physical fitness expertise
- Behavior modification techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Interpersonal relationship building
- Collaborative teamwork
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Health education
- Active listening techniques
- Goal establishment and monitoring
Accomplishments
- Documented and coached members with Type 2 Diabetes which led to improvements in HbA1C levels and better self-confidence.
- Supervised a team of health coaches in the development of a successful reversing diabetes pilot program.
- Used Google sheets to develop program and tracking spreadsheets.
- Precepted new health coaches joining the chronic care management team.
- Created and delivered presentations on enhanced member experiences and wellness principles company-wide.
Certification
- Certificate from Institute for Integrative Nutrition - 2014
- Certificate in Emotional Healing, Compassion Key - 2023
- Certificate in Yin Yoga, 2022
- Various trainings in plant based nutrition and general nutrition
- Formerly NASM certified
- DPP Certified
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Chronic Management Health Coach
Vesta Healthcare
11.2023 - Current
Diabetes and Weight Loss Health Coach
Yes Health
05.2019 - 07.2023
Holistic Health Practitioner
Self
01.2014 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
San Francisco State University