Academy for Behavior Change

Academy for Behavior Change Member Directory

Human-centered care professionals advancing excellence in clinical and applied behavior change

18 Coaches found

Kathleen Meehan Lorenzo profile photo

Health and Wellness Coach and Yoga Instructor

5 years of experience

Seattle, US

Speaks English

I empower women to cut through the conflicting information to decide how they will journey through menopause with clarity and confidence so they can feel energized and excited again.

As a Certified Functional Medicine Coach, I will work side-by-side with you to make your Menopause Journey easier so you can regain your energy and confidence and chart your course for the next chapter of your life. I do not provide medical advise and will, when necessary, refer you to your personal medical practitioner.

Menopause

Wellness

Lifestyle Habits

Women Health

Aging

+5

Meghan Mitchell profile photo

Soulutions Coach

20 years of experience | $90 - $125 per session

Farmington, US

Speaks English

Have you ever felt like your life looks successful on paper, but something inside still feels unsettled or misaligned?

 

Hi! I’m Meghan “Rev MK” Mitchell, a board-certified health and wellness coach, educator, and founder of Magical Soulutions™, a platform devoted to helping people reconnect with their inner wisdom and live with intention.

My work lives at the intersection of science and soul.

 

Professionally, I serve as lead faculty with the Headspace Training Institute, where I teach evidence-based coaching skills, ethics, mindfulness, and behavior change frameworks to future mental health coaches. I am nationally board-certified (NBC-HWC) and trained in multiple modalities including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral coaching, mindfulness-based approaches, and strengths-based development. I have also studied metaphysics and ancient healing traditions, which inform my ability to support clients from both practical and deeply reflective perspectives.

 

My background also includes leadership roles as a Coach Manager, Project Manager and Sales Executive, where I led teams, implemented strategic initiatives, and supported professionals navigating performance, growth, and workplace challenges.

 

Alongside this clinical foundation, I specialize in whole-person transformation. Clients often arrive when life technically works, when it looks good on paper, but doesn’t feel aligned. They may feel stuck, burned out, disconnected, or uncertain about their next chapter. Together, we gently untangle what’s happening beneath the surface, identify what truly matters, and create practical pathways forward.

 

Many clients find that alongside practical insight, they begin reconnecting with a deeper internal guidance system they didn’t realize they had access to.

In addition to one-on-one coaching, I design courses, teach professional trainings, lead workshops, and host the Magical Soulutions podcast, where each episode explores mindful living, authentic growth, and the art of remembering who you truly are. My work also extends into a growing community devoted to insight, reflection, and sustainable transformation.

 

My path into this work began through my own journey of healing, self-discovery, and learning to bridge logic with intuition. That experience is what allows me to meet clients with both professional skill and genuine understanding.

 

My style is collaborative, curious, and empowering. Rather than fixing people, I help them access the wisdom, resilience, and capacity that already exist within them. Clients often describe the experience as equal parts grounding, illuminating, and surprisingly relieving.

 

For those seeking a coach who blends structure with intuition, strategy with compassion, and professionalism with humanity, I offer a space where growth feels both supported and genuinely possible.

 

Whether supporting individuals, leaders, or teams, my work centers on one goal: helping people move forward with clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of alignment with who they truly are.

Because when something inside you knows there’s more, it’s often the beginning of finding your way back to yourself.

Life Purpose

Self-Discovery

Spirituality

Mindfulness

Stress Management

+10

Jen McKee NBC-HWC profile photo

Health & Well-Being Coach

National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach

7 years of experience

Silverdale, US

Speaks English

As a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and a Certified A Nourished Life-Coach, Jen supports individuals in creating sustainable health and behavior change through whole-person nourishment.

With a background in Health Education, decades of experience in the fitness and wellness industry, and a specialization in health behavior change, Jen brings both professional expertise and personal understanding through lived experience to her coaching.

 

She believes in a whole-person, holistic approach and blends compassion and practicality in her coaching style to meet each client right where they are to cultivate supportive habits and routines that fit real life.

 

Jen’s strength lies in her ability to offer fresh perspective and grounded support, helping others embrace change and rediscover what makes them feel strong, capable, whole and happy.

 

Outside of coaching, she enjoys life in the Pacific Northwest spending time outdoors, connecting with friends, and finding joy in everyday moments.

 

For Jen, wellness isn’t about perfection but about creating space to feel good, live fully, and show up well for the people and priorities that matter most.

Lifestyle

Stress Management

Self-Awareness

Mindset

Accountability

+7

Lisa Jackson profile photo

National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach

4 years of experience

Wayzata, MN, US

Speaks English

Hi, I'm Lisa.

I'm a mom of four and a passionate health coach, and I came to this work the long way around. Through my own family, really.

All four of my kids have struggled with their health at one point or another. Anaphylactic allergies, eczema, failure to thrive, GI issues… we've been through a lot. There were a lot of late nights and a lot of worry.

And while I was in the thick of all that, I was dealing with my own stuff too. Celiac, hormone issues, skin problems. Plus a kind of anxiety and burnout that I don't think I fully understood until I was in the middle of it.

I hit a low point. A real one and then slowly from there, I started to rebuild.

Somewhere in that rebuilding, my whole relationship with health shifted. I stopped seeing it as something to fix or get perfect. I started seeing it as something you just… tend to. A little at a time. In the middle of an already full life.

I'll be honest with you. I'm not an expert who has it all figured out. I'm someone who's lived it. I know what it's like to carry so much for everyone else that you forget to check in with yourself.

What I've found is that the changes that stick aren't the big dramatic ones. They're small. They're nourishing. They fit into the life you're already living. That's the part I love. Getting to walk alongside someone. Listening. Helping them figure out what actually works for them, not what some plan says they should be doing.

A few other things about me:

  • I'm in Minnesota with my family and our two dogs.

  • Nutrition and nourishment are my thing. I could talk about it all day.

  • I really do believe, deep down, that this is the work I'm meant to do.

  • I love to travel, take long walks, laugh hard, watch good comedy, and have the kind of conversations that go somewhere real.

  • Friendship, family, and building a warm community mean everything to me.

I started this business to help women who give so much to everyone around them and maybe quietly they are running on empty.

If any of this sounds like you or anyone you know, please reach out!

Nutrition

Menopause

Sleep Wellness

Stress Management

Wellness

+7

Billie Frances profile photo

Licensed MFT; NBC-HWC

30 years of experience | $135 - $295 per session

San Diego, US

Speaks English

From the time I was a kid, I knew I wanted to be a teacher. Back then, I’d line up my dolls and teddy bears on the steps of our front porch to let them know about subjects I was learning in school. Since then, no matter what I’ve undertaken, I find myself in the role of a teacher or mentor.

I’ve taught masters level university classes, workshops, podcasts, webinars and seminars. Subjects have ranged from behavioral change to fitness to spiritual counseling.

In 1996 I discovered coaching and began my coaching business alongside separate roles as therapist and a spiritual counselor. Then in 2000, I felt a familiar tug to teach — this time, to teach the unique coaching method that had swirled together from my own studies and experience. The Mindful Coach Certification was born out of that calling. Over 25 years, hundreds of heart-centered professionals completed our course and now connect with their clients using mindful coaching methodology and mindset.

My mission to teach and serve has transformed from training coaches to providing awareness and growth as a mentor for both new and seasoned coaches. Coaches don't usually come to mentoring because something is broken. They come because they care about doing this work well and want warm, spacious reflection and personalized support.

As always, my work rests on my intention to be of service as coaches deepen their capacity to be present, effective and compassionate conduits for meaningful change.


Anxiety

Boundaries

Compassion

Decision Making

Grief & Loss

+10

Tina Powers profile photo

National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach

National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach

2 years of experience

Waldorf, US

Speaks English

I know firsthand how overwhelming life can feel when you’re juggling a demanding career, family, and everything else because I’ve been there myself. After experiencing burnout, I realized that wellness isn’t just about nutrition. To restore balance, I also needed to address sleep, hydration, stress management, and intentional movement. Self-care couldn’t just be a buzzword;  it had to become a reality. By focusing on one goal at a time, I regained my energy and clarity, which inspired me to train as a health coach and culinary nutrition expert so I could help others do the same.

Burnout

Cooking

Stress Management

Healthy Eating

Healthy Habits

+8

Irazema Garcia profile photo

Holistic Nutritionist and Chef

4 years of experience

US

Speaks English, Spanish

Hello I am Irazema – certified personal chef and registered holistic nutritionist focused on using nutritious ingredients to balance blood sugar and create overall health. Have you been diagnosed with a hormonal imbalance? Diabetes or prediabetes diagnosis? Are you feeling tired, stressed, and sleep deprived? Do you wish you had a better relationship with food? I’ve been there. I have had sleepless nights, sluggish mornings and everything in between. My blood sugar, weight, and hormones have been all over the place. I have had battles with emotional eating and been confused on what and how much to eat. I know I am not alone with these challenges and the process can be daunting as frustration, desperation, and hopelessness set in. My personal food philosophy is simple: food feeds our bodies, soul, and community. It heals our bodies, it can bring us joy, and it connects us with others. In addition, I believe food has the power to heal us. The way we eat can improve our health and the health of those around us. That is why I feel it is important to use food to fuel us and maintain our vitality. A native of Southern California, I call the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area home. I love to explore everything the Bay Area has to offer- fantastic hiking trails, bountiful farmers’ markets, and superb restaurants. When I’m not exploring the dirt paths and paved roads, I can be found in the confines of my kitchen nourishing my body, my soul, and my spirit with delectable homemade goodies. Furthermore, I’m a nutritionist, coach, and confidante to those seeking a long-term approach to wellness.

Nutrition

Hormone Health

Prediabetes

Diabetes

Weight Management

+3

Michele Suhie PhD NBC-HWC DipACLM profile photo

Lifestyle Medicine Coach

5 years of experience

Columbia Station, OH, US

Speaks English

As a lifestyle medicine coach, I promote awareness of the impact of lifestyle on health and disease, and as a breast cancer survivor, I work hard to practice positive health behaviors for my own well-being. My real passion comes with combining Catholic spirituality with lifestyle medicine & positive psychology to truly nourish your mind, body, and spirit. By promoting positive lifestyle behaviors, while nourishing growth in a faith community, I believe people can truly flourish and live with purpose and meaning. I also teach university courses in pathophysiology and lifestyle medicine and serve as a musician & vocalist in my local Catholic parish.

Lifestyle Medicine

Weight Management

Chronic Illness

Catholic Spirituality

Sleep Wellness

+5

Christian Gabarda profile photo

Health and Wellness Professional

13 years of experience

Pittsburgh, US

Speaks English, Tagalog

Hi, I’m Christian Gabarda—a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach with a deep passion for helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. With over 15 years of experience in health coaching, personal training, and group fitness instruction, I specialize in guiding individuals through sustainable lifestyle changes that align with their goals, values, and everyday realities. Whether you're looking to improve your physical activity, manage stress, enhance nutrition habits, or simply feel more energized and balanced, I'm here to support and empower you on your journey. Since 2008, I’ve been leading group exercise classes and personal training sessions, helping people discover the joy of movement. In 2011, I expanded into lifestyle coaching, supporting hundreds of clients in building healthier habits through evidence-based strategies like motivational interviewing and behavior change techniques. My background includes master’s degrees in Exercise Science & Health Promotion and Project Management, and I’ve led wellness initiatives at major health systems and corporations. But what I love most is connecting one-on-one with people, listening to their stories, identifying their strengths, and helping them overcome barriers to well-being. When I’m not coaching, you’ll find me outside with my family—hiking local trails, chasing waterfalls, or training for endurance events. I believe well-being is not just about what you do, but how you live, and I’m committed to helping you find what works best for you. Let’s work together to make your goals achievable, realistic, and meaningful.

Lifestyle Habits

Athletic Performance

Work-Life Balance

Burnout

Joel Riciputi profile photo

Integrative Health Coach & Educator, Digital Health Consultant

20 years of experience

US

Speaks English

I'm a health coach who works with people living with chronic neurological and autoimmune conditions like MS, Lupus, and Parkinson's, and the people who support them. We work together to build habits around energy, movement, nutrition, and stress that fit your real life. Living with MS, and having experience as a care manager for family with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, I believe real behavior change happens when you're grounded in what matters most. Through evidence-based, collaborative coaching, I help clients build sustainable health strategies that fit their real lives. No overwhelming overhauls, just meaningful behavior shifts that honor where you are and support where you want to go.

Chronic Illness

Autoimmune Disease

Brain Health

Healthy Habits

The Academy for Behavior Change (ABC) is the professional home for the study, practice, and advancement of behavior change. It brings together health and wellness coaches, behavior change specialists, and interdisciplinary professionals dedicated to improving human well-being, and provides advanced training, continuing education, professional specialization, and a trusted interdisciplinary home.