Introducing Healing Forward Health: A Journey of Self Transformation
Big Life Updates!!!
A few weeks ago, I made a huge decision: I left my corporate tech job to pursue my dream of becoming a Holistic Health Coach. In the lead-up to my last day, I grappled with overwhelming fear about taking such a significant leap. Now that the dust has settled, I'm filled with motivation, energy, and conviction in my choice.
For years, I felt a persistent sense that my true potential wasn’t being fully realized in my corporate career. I yearned for the alignment and purpose in my professional life that I experience personally. As a pragmatist, the thought of stepping away from the security of a corporate job was daunting. But the pull to follow my passion for helping others achieve their health goals was undeniable. Trusting my intuition and betting on myself has been incredibly empowering. I can’t wait to live out my purpose and bring this dream to life!
I'm thrilled to announce the launch of Healing Forward Health: a private health coaching service designed for those seeking meaningful, lasting change through a holistic approach to wellness.
In a culture fixated on trends and quick fixes, Healing Forward promotes the radical notion that healing ourselves is a practice, not an accomplishment. Wellness isn't a fixed destination; it's a living, breathing experience rooted in daily habits and lifestyle choices. As your coach, I'll be your dedicated support system and accountability partner, helping you sift through the noise and create an individualized health plan that truly resonates with you.
The Healing Forward approach is about doing deep internal work and having the courage to confront our core wounds and limiting beliefs. This process of unblocking our subconscious stories that are holding us back, while also making sustainable lifestyle shifts, is the essence of the Healing Forward experience. I believe we must do the deep healing work in order to achieve our health goals, as so many obstacles we face are mental and emotional. My aim is to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to reframe your mindset and make lasting changes for your wellbeing.
If you're ready to transform your mindset and physical health, you don't have to do it alone. Change means disturbing the familiar, which can be scary! At Healing Forward Health, your whole self is welcome. I believe real change requires a safe environment for courageous truth-telling, open curiosity, and a willingness to embrace discomfort. I'll be your biggest cheerleader, guide, and sounding board as you embark on the process of Healing Forward.
My Story
The name Healing Forward holds deep meaning for me, as I’ve experienced many hardships with my own personal health. As a young teen, I struggled with anorexia nervosa and was hospitalized at 13. This disease nearly took my life. Through years of treatment and a journey of self-discovery, compassion, and healing, I'm proud to say I've been in recovery from my eating disorder for many years.
The path hasn't been linear, and it certainly hasn’t been easy, but this extremely difficult experience has shaped me into who I am today. I wouldn't trade it for anything because it ignited my passion for true healing through mindfulness, personal development, and prioritizing balance in health and wellness. I'm creating this health coaching practice for my younger self who carried so much shame around her struggles. I have immense compassion for that sweet little girl who lacked the tools and coping mechanisms. I think younger Allie would be proud to know she's turning that pain into her purpose. My life's mission is to help others on this path of transformation, drawing from my own lived experience and education.
I'm currently studying at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN), undergoing a year-long training to become a Board Certified Health Coach. IIN, which pioneered the health coaching profession over 30 years ago, has the largest global presence of Health Coaches. The program covers over 100 dietary theories and emphasizes Bio-Individuality: the concept that no single diet works for everyone, focusing instead on personalized nutrition approaches. The curriculum also delves into functional medicine topics, including gut health, hormone balance, detoxification, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and herbalism. Crucially, IIN emphasizes the role of emotional, mental, and spiritual health in physical wellness. The experience has been truly life-changing, and I feel I'm exactly where I'm meant to be.
What is a Health Coach?
You may be thinking to yourself… What even is a Health Coach? Health Coaches support clients in becoming experts on themselves by generating insight, tapping into internal wisdom, and increasing self-knowledge. We fill a critical gap in healthcare by guiding clients through the process of transformation via lifestyle changes. Health Coaches help implement sustainable shifts based on what works best for each individual client, resulting in long-term lifestyle changes. To learn more, I recommend reading this New York Times article: We Could All Use a Health Coach..
My Mission
Through my extensive healing journey, I've learned that lasting change comes from deep internal work. True transformation is about making consistent, high self-worth choices, rather than quick fixes or self-criticism. My mission with Healing Forward Health is to support others in their healing journeys–particularly those who, like my younger self, may be struggling.
I'm passionate about sharing the wisdom and tools that have guided me along my path. I want to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to create lasting lifestyle changes.
If my story resonates with you and you're interested in working together, I'm offering pro bono sessions for the first 5 people to respond. I would love to connect! Please email me at allie@healingforwardhealth.com to sign up.
Stay tuned for future newsletters, where I'll continue to share stories, resources, insights, and recommendations that have supported me on my healing path. Thank you for being part of this community!
So... are you ready to Heal Forward?
