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Hello there and thanks for taking the time to be curious! I'm Maria and founder of Verity Wellness. I am a National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC), a Clinical Pharmacist, and a HealthTech professional. But before all of those labels, I am a survivor, a mom and a navigator of complexity. 

I specialize in working with women whose bodies  - and lives -   have gone through significant change. 
 

I offer a unique intersection of biochemistry and behavior:
 

• The Scientist: I understand your prescriptions, your metabolic treatments, and the clinical data.
• The Human: I know the fear of a diagnosis and the "messy middle" of recovery.
   

We will work together to integrate your medical goals with your lifestyle so that your health supports your ambition.
 

My clients are often navigating transitions such as GLP-1 medications, recovery after cancer, hormonal shifts, burnout, or the physical impact of years in high-pressure careers. 

These moments can be life-saving, life-changing, or long-overdue - but they can also leave you feeling disconnected from your body, your routines, and even your sense of self. You may even feel like you are meeting a stranger, when you look at yourself in the mirror. 

My work is to help you stabilize, rebuild, and create a way of living that supports you holistically. 

Who works with me?

I work with women who are used to holding a lot. 
Leaders. Professionals. Caregivers. Survivors. 
 

Many of my clients come to coaching during or after: 

• GLP-1 or other metabolic treatments
• Cancer treatment or major medical events
• Midlife hormonal changes
• Burnout from high-pressure careers
• Significant weight or body changes
• Periods of extreme stress or caregiving

They don’t always need motivation. 
They need stability, clarity, and a way forward that actually fits their life. 

Why Work With Me?

I will provide a unique blend of clinical medication expertise and researched backed behavioral health coaching, leading to improved health and wellness management; the peace of mind that comes from knowing your lifestyle and your treatment are finally in sync. Coaching is personalized and holistic, defined by your own values and vitality. 

I come to our coaching sessions with a deep well of empathy because I understand what it is like to have to face a life-threatening diagnosis and its aftermath. I know the fear, the overwhelm, and the exhaustion of transition. I will help you build your own roadmap that will actually work for a life that doesn't slow down. 

I bridge the gap between clinical data and the messy, beautiful reality of human transition and help you navigate the dark. I can help you to integrate medical and lifestyle goals so that you can attain sustainable change. I don't just coach habits; I understand your biochemistry and your prescriptions. 

All sessions meet HIPAA compliance ensuring strictest confidentiality and your health information is kept private and secure.

Step-by-step we will find momentum in the direction that you choose and I will support and coach you on your journey.

My approach to health and wellness coaching is holistic, and built on three pillars:
 

• Clinical Intelligence, Human Heart: I understand the science of your meds and the soul of your journey.
   
• Sustainable Ambition: We build the capacity to lead with confidence without burning out.
   
• Global Perspective: Having lived in England, Australia, Singapore, and now San Francisco, USA, I know that wellness isn't one-size-fits-all.  My coaching is grounded in the belief that you can honor your culture, background and heritage while protecting your health.
   

My superpower is hearing what you aren't saying. I help you unpack the overwhelm so you can find your most vital self.

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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.

I am a deeply passionate Health & Wellness Coach with over 15 years of experience dedicated to helping individuals achieve holistic wellness. My journey into coaching began with a profound desire to guide others towards healthier, more fulfilling lives. From early on, I recognized that true wellness goes beyond just physical health—it is an intricate balance of the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of our lives.

Over the years, I have continuously refined my skills and expanded my knowledge through various certifications and hands-on experiences across different facets of health and wellness. I believe that every person’s path to wellness is unique, and I’m committed to providing a personalized approach that addresses the specific needs, goals, and challenges of each of my clients. To me, wellness is not simply the absence of illness; it’s about achieving a state of complete physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

I’m here to empower you to make lasting changes, to help you realize your full potential, and to support you in leading a life that is not only healthy but also deeply satisfying. My approach is client-centered, ensuring that you feel heard, supported, and understood every step of the way. Together, we will create a safe and nurturing environment where you can explore your potential, overcome challenges, and achieve your wellness goals. I’m truly committed to your journey, and it’s my privilege to witness the positive, transformative changes that we can achieve together.

You're exhausted, overwhelmed, and running on fumes. You've tried time management, therapy, going to bed earlier, even taking a full weekend off. Nothing sticks. Your nervous system won't settle. Your brain won't shut off. And no matter how much you do, you can't quite shake the feeling that you're just holding it together.

You don't need more willpower or another planner. You need to calm your nervous system.

With a PhD in Clinical Psychology and as a Board Certified Coach, I've spent years studying sleep, stress, and nervous system dysregulation.. Now I coach high-achieving women who are done white-knuckling through their days and ready to actually feel like themselves again. Many of the women I work with are women of faith, and they find their way to me because I speak their language. My approach is rooted in science that doesn't conflict with their values. But the tools work for anyone ready to do something different.

Together, we focus on what actually works: calming your nervous system, building routines that fit your real life, and giving you tools you can use in real moments when stress hits.

Real tools. Real relief. Real life.

Chris Heard is a health and well-being coach who offers holistic, supportive, and empowering coaching sessions to individuals. Using a client-centered approach, Chris’s coaching focuses on a range of behavior change goals in the areas of stress management, exercise, diet, sleep, chronic health conditions, and adapting to major life changes. 

Chris is also a licensed attorney and a Clinical Professor at the University of Houston Law Center where he teaches law students who represent small community businesses and tax-exempt nonprofit organizations under Chris’s supervision.

Chris’s interests also include running, yoga, singing, volunteering with youth programs, and spending time with family.

Hi, I'm Nikki! I'm a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach and Certified Nutrition Coach with a passion for helping people create realistic, sustainable change in their health and lives. My path to coaching has been anything but one-dimensional. Before entering the health and wellness space full-time, I worked as a Speech Therapist, where I spent years coaching and supporting parents as they navigated communication challenges with their children. That experience shaped the way I coach today: with empathy, patience, and a deep respect for how complex behavior change can be.

For the past 18 years, I've been immersed in the fitness industry, working with individuals from all walks of life. Over time, I've seen firsthand that true health isn't built through extremes or quick fixes. It comes from consistency, self-awareness, and a sustainable approach that fits into real life.

I'm also a mom of two, and like many of my clients, I've spent much of my life navigating challenges with weight and body image, especially after the birth of my children. That lived experience is a big part of why I do what I do. I understand how frustrating and defeating it can feel to chase unrealistic standards or feel disconnected from your body. My approach is rooted in helping you move beyond that cycle and toward a place of confidence, balance, and self-trust.

As your coach, my goal is to support you in building a positive, sustainable relationship with food, movement, and your body. I focus on individualized guidance, practical strategies, and meeting you where you are so you can create habits that only improve your health, but also enhance your quality of life. This is about progress over perfection, and learning how to care for yourself in a way that feels supportive, loving, and lasting.

Change never happens in a straight line.  There will be great leaps and small strides forward, just as there will be slips and slides backward.  I want to partner with you on that adventure.

You are expert in your own life; I am expert in cheering you on, giving you straight talk, asking tough questions and being supportive as you work to achieve your goal.

For this partnership to succeed, our outlooks and styles need to mesh. Set up a  free 20 minute Discovery Call and lets find out if working together is right for us.