What a Health Coach Actually Does (and Doesn’t)


And why it might help when life feels like a lot...

The term health coach can feel a bit fluffy – like someone who’ll give you a smoothie recipe and tell you to “believe in yourself”.

That’s not what I do.

If you’ve ever wondered whether working with a health coach is worth it – or even what it involves – here’s the clearest way I can explain it. I’ll start with what I don’t do, because that often clears things up best.

What I don’t do:

I’m not a doctor – I don’t diagnose or treat health conditions
I’m not a personal trainer – I won’t give you a detailed workout programme
I’m not a dietitian – I won’t create a prescriptive meal plan for you
And I’m definitely not here to micromanage or judge you

What I do instead:

I support you in the real world – not the ideal one. I work with people who are in the middle of change or who feel stuck in a life that used to work but suddenly doesn’t.

Together we take a clear honest look at what’s going on in your life. We figure out what’s holding you back from feeling better – and what you can do about it.

That might mean building better habits or changing ones that no longer serve you. It might mean getting realistic about what your body and brain need right now – not five years ago.

We keep it simple. We make it stick.
And we always start from where you are – not where you think you “should” be.

Who I work with:

I often work with people who are going through some kind of transition. That could be moving to a new city or country, returning to work after having kids, navigating shifts in relationships or family life or simply feeling unmotivated, overwhelmed or stuck. Often it’s less about a big dramatic change and more about that quiet sense that life has shifted – and something needs to shift with it.

These are the moments when your health habits tend to unravel. Not because you don’t care – but because life is full and something’s got to give. Coaching helps you gather the pieces, reframe what “healthy” looks like right now and move forward without pressure or perfection.

You don’t need more motivation. You need support that makes sense.
You don’t need another plan. You need a path that works for your life.

That’s where I come in.

If you’re curious or feel like you’ve lost your way a bit this might be a good place to start. You can find out more about how I work at www.betterbalancecoach.com – and if it feels like it could be a good fit, I’d love to hear from you.


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