Kelsey Ludwig

Health Coach @Sanford Health

Des Moines, IA, US

Demonstrate the use of evidence-based skillful conversation, clinical interventions, motivational interviewing and strategies to actively and safely engage client in health behavior change. • Use evidence-based coaching skills, assisted with problem solving and setting health related goals in the areas of nutrition, exercise and stress management and collaborated with clients to develop and implement effective strategies to reach goals• Facilitates healthy, sustainable behavior change by challenging a client to develop their inner wisdom, identify their values, and transform their goals into action• Provides 1:1 coaching to clients utilizing motivational interviewing, providing feedback and goals, and linking information with their lifestyle choices to encourage behavior change • Develops a high level of trust with patients by strategizing with, encouraging and guiding them during their journey through learning how to change diet, lifestyle, and activity• Consults regularly with physicians on patients’ weight and hypertension control measures• Assessed clients’ overall physical health with body composition scale measurements• Actively participates in scheduled staff meetings and continued education to keep abreast of best practices for all age groups including teen, adult, and mom protocols• Skilled in developing trust and rapport with current and/or potential clients while supporting an environment free of discrimination and bias

University of Northern Iowa

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Health Promotions and Fitness

University of Northern Iowa

Bachelor's degree, Health Promotion