MELISSA LAVOIE, Health & Wellness Coach, MA, NBC-HWC
Somerville,MA
Summary
Experienced Health & Wellness Coach dedicated to optimizing whole-person health outcomes and enhancing individuals' quality of life. A reliable professional with excellent interpersonal skills, clear communication, and exceptional adaptability to meet diverse needs.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellness Coach
Plus One, Optum
Somerville, MA
12.2023 - Current
- Facilitated 1:1 and group coaching programs focused on eliciting internal motivations for improving diet, exercise, stress, sleep, family wellness, diabetes and heart disease management.
- Developed and presented on various wellness topics
- Achieved an average rating of 9.7 out of 10 from over 100 anonymous coaching participant interactions.
Health Coach/Community Health Worker
ConcertoCare
Boston South Coastal, MA
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Collaborated within a multidisciplinary care team to support geriatric patients with complex medical and social determinants of health (SDoH) needs.
- Guided over 200 patients in recognizing internal and external barriers to change and boosting their confidence to effectively self-manage their chronic conditions.
- Recorded encounters and tracked outcomes to enhance patient-tailored approaches.
- Recognized as the 'Expert Trainer' in Motivational Interviewing by the behavioral health team.
Owner & Health Coach
VeraBloom Wellness, LLC- VeraBloomWellness.com
Somerville, MA
05.2020 - 12.2023
- Facilitated over 800 hours of holistic stress management-focused health coaching, aimed at enhancing individuals' self-efficacy and autonomous motivation for change.
Health Coach Internship
M Health Fairview Midway Campus
St Paul, MN
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Completed over 100 hours of supervised employee health coaching aimed at holistic health and lifestyle improvements.
Group Health Coach Internship (Stress Management)
University Of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Increased clients' comprehensive stress awareness and resilience by utilizing holistic stress assessments, providing stress education, and incorporating relaxation techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Integrative Health & Wellbeing Coaching
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN2020-12
Skills
Motivational Interviewing, Lifestyle Modification, Behavior Change Strategies, Nutritional Counseling, Active Listening, Stress Management, Goal Setting, Empathy & Compassion
Certification
Plant-Based Nutrition Certification by T. Colin Campbell Foundation at Cornell University, May 2022
National Board Certification in Health & Wellness Coaching (NBC-HWC), February 2021
Timeline
Wellness Coach
Plus One, Optum
12.2023 - Current
Health Coach/Community Health Worker
ConcertoCare
08.2022 - 12.2023
Owner & Health Coach
VeraBloom Wellness, LLC- VeraBloomWellness.com
05.2020 - 12.2023
Health Coach Internship
M Health Fairview Midway Campus
01.2020 - 06.2020
Group Health Coach Internship (Stress Management)
University Of Minnesota
01.2020 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Integrative Health & Wellbeing Coaching
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Plant-Based Nutrition Certification by T. Colin Campbell Foundation at Cornell University, May 2022
National Board Certification in Health & Wellness Coaching (NBC-HWC), February 2021
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