Peer Health Coaching

Well-Being

Peer Health Coaching

Have you found it difficult to make or keep healthy lifestyle changes consistent? Are you generally frustrated with your progress toward your fitness and health goals?
You may be a good candidate for health coaching!

 

We are now full for Spring 2020. Please check back in August to register for Health Coaching next Fall!

Program Description

Health Coaching a growing industry in the health and wellness field that utilizes behavior theory and lifestyle change science to improve your health. Many companies across the country are implementing health coaching strategies with great success for their clients. Here at UCCS, we offer a free health coaching program where you can avoid costly services and connect with a peer at your school.

UCCS Peer Health Coaches are dedicated to guiding and supporting your wellbeing while making a real connection with you both in person and remotely. With the Peer Health Coaching program, you no longer have to “do health” on your own. Peer Health Coaches can work with you to:

  • Develop realistic goals
  • Adopt health lifestyle changes
  • Become consistent with healthy routines
  • Find balance in your life
  • Track your progress through periodic check-ins

All Peer Health Coaches work under the supervision of a certified Health Coach faculty member.

Additional Support

Health Coaching is often used alongside a Primary Care Provider, Registered Dietitian, or Mental Health Specialist. A Health Coach is not a substitute for any of these important health professionals.

Students can find these services at:
Mental Health (https://recwellness.uccs.edu/mental-health-services)
Health Services/Primary Care: (https://recwellness.uccs.edu/health-services)
Free Registered Dietitian Services (https://recwellness.uccs.edu/nutrition)

Employees can find these services at:
Mental Health (https://www.colorado.gov/c-seap)
Health Services/Primary Care: (https://www.uccs.edu/healthcircle/)
Registered Dietitian Services: (https://www.uccs.edu/healthcircle/peak-nutrition-clinic)

Meet our Peer Health Coaches
rubina

Rubina: Hi! My name is Rubina Shrestha, and I'm currently an undergraduate student at UCCS majoring in Health and Wellness Promotion. I enjoy helping others think, feel, and perform at their best, as well as being an ally and help create goals! When I'm not Peer Health Coaching, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, and going on long walks with my dog! 

ellie

Ellie: I was attracted to the world of health and wellness starting in high school and have pursued this path all throughout college. Health coaching became a focus of mine around two years ago, which progressed into this internship that I have been a part of for three semesters now. In my free time I enjoy hiking, yoga, trying new recipes, and spending time writing. My latest hobby is tending to my houseplants. I enjoy the element they add to my home. I also have a thirteen year-old dog who acts as if she is half her age; our favorite thing to do together is to go on speed walks (she doesn't know slow) and bark at every potential "enemy" (or dog). I think health coaching is an amazing tool that should be utilized by many more people. I can see how it helps the people who are open to it and how much they change over the course of our sessions. I am here to support you along your health and wellness journey!

Adele

Adele: Hi, my name is Adele Alarid. I am 22 and a senior in the Health and Wellness Degree program. When I graduate I hope to make an impact on people's lives by helping them with their needs and goals in life. I hope to do this with my degree and even becoming a certified Health Coach.

kayla

Kayla: Hi everyone, I'm Kayla Zink! I'm a senior at UCCS and my major is in Health and Wellness Promotion. I'm a sprinter for the university's track team, which I absolutely love. I love all things health, outdoors, coffee, and photography, and spending time with friends and family. Health coaching is something I really enjoy, so I'm excited for this experience!

 

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