A woman with long brown hair, blue eyes, and a bright smile standing in a kitchen with a window showing green trees outside. The kitchen has glass-front cabinets and a stand mixer on the counter.

Duke Certified Health & Well-Being Coach

I help you achieve the health you want & keep it

Book a Discovery Call

With my personalized coaching and proven strategies, you'll unlock your best health

Let's Talk

Today is your opportunity for health

How I Specialize

I specialize in 3 areas to achieve your vision for health

Integrative Health & Wellbeing Services

Health and Well-Being Coach

I help you define what health truly means to you and build a clear, actionable plan to achieve it. Together, we build a health strategy that fuels your growth and guides you toward the outcomes you want.

This is for you if:
  • You need help following through on your doctor’s plan of care
  • You want to be healthier but don’t know where to start
  • You’ve tried on your own but struggle to stay consistent
  • You want guidance that looks at your whole life
  • You’re ready to invest in yourself for lasting results

Outcome: Through coaching, clients consistently reach their health goals and experience improvements in energy, resilience, and quality of life

Helping Women 50+ Lose Fat & Get Strong

I help women understand what their bodies are made of — starting with body composition data to define what needs to change — so we can build a plan to reduce fat, increase strength, and align with health standards and your aesthetic goals.

This is for you if:
  • You don’t love how you feel and have tried everything to get fit
  • You know the basics of health but need an expert partner to help you turn knowledge into results
  • Your doctor has told you it’s time to lose weight — and you’re ready to take action
  • You feel your body changing with age — and you’re ready to take control.
  • You are coachable, mission driven, and action oriented.

Outcome: Clients experience measurable fat loss, increased strength, and the confidence that comes with seeing real results.

Executive & Corporate Program

I help executives and professionals build a health system that works with their demanding schedules — integrating nutrition, fitness, snacks, and catering — to align health priorities with their calendar and achieve their vision for health.

This is for you if:
  • You want to prioritize health but feel you don’t have the time
  • You need help clarifying what you truly want to achieve
  • You’re tired of workouts & diets without meaningful results
  • You want high ROI on limited time invested in health
  • You need accountability and a proven system

Outcome: You will have a practical, time-efficient health routine, improved energy and focus throughout the day, and the confidence to maintain your wellbeing despite a busy schedule.

My Philosophy

My philosophy on health coaching is anchored in the Duke Wheel of Health, which highlights how nutrition, movement, mindset, relationships, and environment all work together to shape well-being. By focusing on the whole picture, I help clients make positive, sustainable changes that improve their health today and create a lasting impact on their future.

Diagram illustrating the connection between self-awareness and community, including aspects like physical environment, nutrition, mental well-being, fulfillment, activity, sleep, and rest.

Success stories

See testimonials from clients who turned their vision for health into reality

Ashley – 50 years

❝

I came to Karen after I had 10 pounds of extra weight that I'd never struggled with before. I had been doing circuit training with cardio and light weights. The weight wasn't budging. Coach Kar applied her data-driven approach. She taught me how to track my macros and get laser focused on what moves the scale. She helped me focus on heavy lifting and key exercises to recomp my body. Within 2 months, I dropped the weight and have been able to maintain it while increasing strength. I am grateful for Karen's compassionate yet practical approach!

Sarah – 51 years

❝

If you are stuck in the same routine without results, Coach Kar is your link to a thoughtful transformation. I sought Karen's guidance to help me scrutinize my diet and eating habits. She dialed in right away on small changes, even sending specific recipes and grocery store items. Within a few weeks I looked and felt drastically better and understood how these changes would help me long term. Thank you, Karen, for motivating me and making the process so easy!

Rayme – 54 years

❝

Karen is the real deal. Her compassion and understanding of my personal struggles with weight and physical strength made it an easy decision to trust her as both a coach and mentor. She's walked her own path, faced challenges head-on, and brings that same resilience and empathy to her clients. Her passion, kindness, and deep knowledge helped me not only believe in myself—but finally see the results. I couldn't recommend anyone more than Coach Kar!

John – 54 years

❝

Before working with Karen, I struggled with weight loss, muscle gain, and retention despite trying many approaches. Karen helped me build a healthier lifestyle, emphasizing body composition over the scale and guiding me through a personalized macronutrient plan alongside strength training. Her data-driven approach kept me accountable and motivated. I've seen significant improvements: increased muscle mass, lower body fat, better sleep, more energy, and a sustainable, enjoyable diet. No more crash diets or confusion—just clear, effective guidance that truly works.

Erica – 55 years

❝

What truly sets Karen apart is the way she listens. Her approach isn't one-size-fits-all – she takes the time to understand your goals and creates a plan that fits you. She asks thoughtful, meaningful questions that help uncover what really drives you. On top of that, she's incredibly knowledgeable and insightful. From body composition and macros to lifestyle habits, the guidance she shared with me has had a lasting impact and continues to shape the choices I make every day.

Ashley – 50 years

❝

I came to Karen after I had 10 pounds of extra weight that I'd never struggled with before. I had been doing circuit training with cardio and light weights. The weight wasn't budging. Coach Kar applied her data-driven approach. She taught me how to track my macros and get laser focused on what moves the scale. She helped me focus on heavy lifting and key exercises to recomp my body. Within 2 months, I dropped the weight and have been able to maintain it while increasing strength. I am grateful for Karen's compassionate yet practical approach!

Sarah – 51 years

❝

If you are stuck in the same routine without results, Coach Kar is your link to a thoughtful transformation. I sought Karen's guidance to help me scrutinize my diet and eating habits. She dialed in right away on small changes, even sending specific recipes and grocery store items. Within a few weeks I looked and felt drastically better and understood how these changes would help me long term. Thank you, Karen, for motivating me and making the process so easy!

Rayme – 54 years

❝

Karen is the real deal. Her compassion and understanding of my personal struggles with weight and physical strength made it an easy decision to trust her as both a coach and mentor. She's walked her own path, faced challenges head-on, and brings that same resilience and empathy to her clients. Her passion, kindness, and deep knowledge helped me not only believe in myself—but finally see the results. I couldn't recommend anyone more than Coach Kar!

John – 54 years

❝

Before working with Karen, I struggled with weight loss, muscle gain, and retention despite trying many approaches. Karen helped me build a healthier lifestyle, emphasizing body composition over the scale and guiding me through a personalized macronutrient plan alongside strength training. Her data-driven approach kept me accountable and motivated. I've seen significant improvements: increased muscle mass, lower body fat, better sleep, more energy, and a sustainable, enjoyable diet. No more crash diets or confusion—just clear, effective guidance that truly works.

Erica – 55 years

❝

What truly sets Karen apart is the way she listens. Her approach isn't one-size-fits-all – she takes the time to understand your goals and creates a plan that fits you. She asks thoughtful, meaningful questions that help uncover what really drives you. On top of that, she's incredibly knowledgeable and insightful. From body composition and macros to lifestyle habits, the guidance she shared with me has had a lasting impact and continues to shape the choices I make every day.

FAQ Module

Frequently asked questions

What does a health coach actually do?
How does it work?
Who do I work with?
How do I know if I need a health coach?
How does it work?
What does health coaching cost, and is it worth the investment?
Get in touch
I’m here to walk alongside you as you move toward your vision of feeling and living in your best health. My role is to make the process clear, simple, and achievable while giving you the confidence and consistency to follow through. Together, we create a plan that saves you time and energy, helping you reach your goals with support and accountability. Research shows clients who work with a coach are 2.5x more likely to succeed, and my goal is to make sure you feel supported and capable every step of the way.
First, you’ll schedule a Discovery Call with me so I can learn more about what you’re hoping to accomplish and why you’re interested in working with a health coach. If we decide we’re a good fit to work together, we’ll start by exploring your vision for health, what you want to achieve, and what reaching that level of health would make possible in your life. From there, we’ll create accountability and an action plan to help you turn that vision into reality over time. If your main goal is to lose fat and get stronger, we’ll still begin with that same vision work. Then we’ll look at your body composition, and I’ll build a personalized plan for you that includes your ideal macronutrient split and a fitness plan designed to get you to your goal. No matter your focus, we’ll meet each week to celebrate wins, work through challenges, and set new goals that keep you moving forward. In our early sessions, I’ll take the time to understand your lifestyle, your priorities, and what matters most to you. Every step of the way, your plan will be aligned with your vision of health and fit naturally into your life. People who work with a coach are three times more likely to achieve their goals, and my job is to help make that happen for you.
I work with women 50+, parents, and professionals who want to feel stronger, healthier, and more confident while balancing the demands of daily life. I design coaching to fit real schedules and real people, so progress feels possible. With consistent guidance and support, success rates climb as high as 95%—because when you have someone in your corner, you gain both structure and momentum.
You may benefit from a coach if you have a vision for your health but find it hard to follow through, or if you’re looking for the structure and encouragement to take the next step. Coaching provides the accountability, clarity, and partnership that helps you succeed long term. Studies show that accountability increases success rates by 65%, and when we meet regularly, those rates climb even higher. If you want progress that feels supported and sustainable, health coaching is a powerful tool.
When we begin, I’ll take time to learn about your lifestyle, your goals, and what matters most to you. From there, I’ll create a plan that aligns with your vision of health and fits naturally into your life. Each week, we meet to celebrate wins, track your progress, and make adjustments so you continue moving forward. People who work with a coach are 3x more likely to achieve their goals, and I’m here to make that possible for you.
Most clients begin with a structured program that lasts around two to three months and often continue beyond that as they build momentum and lasting change. Pricing is determined after I have a better understanding of what you’re looking to solve and how much time and support will be needed to help you reach your goal. In some cases, you may be able to use your HSA or FSA to pay for health coaching. To do this, you will need to check with your plan provider, and in most cases obtain a Letter of Medical Necessity from your healthcare provider. Your health is the foundation for everything, including your energy, your relationships, your work, and your ability to enjoy life. By investing in coaching, you are investing in a future where you feel stronger, clearer, and more confident. Clients consistently say that coaching saves them time and helps them achieve results they could not maintain on their own. In fact, 86% of coaching clients say it was one of the best investments they have ever made