Eat healthy without giving up all the foods you love.
Add physical activity to your life, even if you don't think you have time.
Deal with stress
Cope with challenges that can slow your progress, like choosing healthy food when eating out.
Get back on track if you stray from your plan. Everyone slips now and then!
Provide tips for eating healthy during cultural holidays or events.
Have overweight or obesity.
Have a parent or sibling with type 2 diabetes.
Are physically active less than 3 times a week.
Have non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).
Have ever had gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy) or given birth to a baby who weighed over 9 pounds.
Are an African American, Hispanic or Latino, American Indian, or Alaska Native person. Some Pacific Islander people and Asian American people also have a higher risk.
Were told by your healthcare provider that you are at risk for Prediabetes
A CDC-approved curriculum with lessons, handouts, and other resources to help you make healthy changes.
A Lifestyle Coach, specially trained to lead the program, to help you learn new skills, encourage you to set and meet goals, and keep you motivated. The coach will also facilitate discussions and help make the program fun and engaging.
A review and check-in on weekly progress, including a private weigh-in.
A discussion about the week's topic that will give you a chance to learn from the program materials and each other.
A wrap-up with a to-do list and handouts to reinforce what you've learned.
This module provides an overview of the PreventT2 Lifestyle Change Program, background, goals, explanation of the course structure, and your role as a coach.
This module sets the stage for the entire Prevent T2 course.
This module provides the core principles of getting active.
This module provides the core principles of tracking activity.
This module provides the core principles of healthy eating
This module provides the core principles of tracking food.
This module provides the core principles of increasing activity level.
This module provides the core principles of caloric balance.
This module teaches participants how to buy and cook healthy food
This module teaches participants how to reduce and deal with stress.
This module teaches participants how to find time to be active
This module teaches participants how to cope with triggers of unhealthy behaviors.
This module teaches participants how to keep their heart healthy.
This module teaches participants how to replace harmful thoughts with helpful thoughts.
This module teaches participants how to get support for their healthy lifestyle.
This module teaches participants how to stay on track with their eating goals at restaurants and social events.
This module helps participants reflect on their progress and keep making positive changes over the next 6 months.

United States
10 years experience
Hi there!
My name is Tamara and I am excited to work with you! Together we will explore and express the potential residing within you to achieve your goals!
I look forward on embarking on this journey with you. Improving your health is a marathon and not a sprint. And the good news is, you won't have to go at it alone!
I thank you in advance for allowing me to join you in this next chapter of your life!
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Still need more clarity? Here are answers to some commonly asked questions.
Online health coaching is a personalized, supportive process that helps you improve your health and wellbeing through goal-setting, education, accountability, and behavior change—delivered virtually via video calls, phone, or messaging.
This coaching is suitable for adults who want support with areas such as: Being told by a healthcare provider that you are at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes Being overweight Being 45 years or older Having a parent, brother, or sister with type 2 diabetes Being physically active less than 3 times a week Ever having gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy) Giving birth to a baby who weighed more than 9 pounds Having polycystic ovary syndrome
Sessions are conducted online using a HIPAA secure video conferencing platforms (such as Zoom or Google Meet). You’ll receive a link before each session.
Most sessions last 30–45 minutes
A stable internet connection A smartphone, tablet, or computer with a camera and microphone A quiet, private space for the session To participate, you must meet ALL 4 of these requirements: Be 18 years or older. Have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher (23 or higher if you're an Asian American person). Not be previously diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Not be pregnant. You'll also need to meet 1 of these requirements: 1. Had a blood test result in the prediabetes range within the past year (includes any of these tests and results): Hemoglobin A1C: 5.7%–6.4% Fasting plasma glucose: 100–125 mg/dL 2-hour plasma glucose (after a 75g glucose load): 140–199 mg/dL. 2. Be previously diagnosed with gestational diabetes (diabetes during pregnancy). 3. Received a high-risk result (score of 5 or higher) on the Prediabetes Risk Test.
Yes. All personal information and discussions during coaching sessions are kept confidential and handled in accordance with privacy and data protection standards.
No. Health coaching does not diagnose, treat, or prescribe medication. If you have a medical condition, you should continue working with your healthcare provider. Coaches may support lifestyle changes that complement medical care.
Before your first session: Reflect on your health goals and challenges Complete any intake forms sent to you Be open and honest—there are no “right” or “wrong” answers
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please do so at least 24 hours in advance to avoid losing the session. Refer to the program’s cancellation policy for details.
This depends on the program. Sessions may be weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Your coach will recommend a schedule that best supports your goals.