YOUR COACH
Geraldine Fuenmayor is a dedicated Certified Functional Medicine Health Coach with a unique journey from legal counselling to wellness. Formerly a successful international lawyer, Geraldine brings a wealth of experience in navigating complex challenges and now channels that expertise into empowering clients to take control of their life with confidence and clarity.
After completing her Functional Medicine Health Coaching Certification, Geraldine got her certification as a NBC-HWC in the USA. Individuals with the NBC-HWC credential have demonstrated a high level of knowledge, practical skills, and professionalism in the practice of health and wellness coaching. They have undergone rigorous training and assessment to meet the industry standards set by the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching in partnership with the National Board of Medical Examiners in the USA. She is also a proud member of the Health Coaches Australia and New Zealand.
Geraldine has an unstoppable curious mind. In addition to her solid and extensive coaching training, she holds a number of degrees from institutions all over the globe, including an Assoc. Degree in Primary Health and Wellbeing, a Cert. IV in Training and Assessment, a JD, a Master's in laws and a Master in Business. Geraldine is also a woman of several languages. She's fluent in Spanish and English with working Portuguese.
At this point, Geraldine has spent several years helping people to develop the skills and get the confidence and motivation they need to achieve their life goals. Geraldine has worked with people from all walks of life. including people with disabilities, and women who have suffered trauma and live in disadvantage. This broad experience has equipped her with the ability to adapt to various needs and challenges, ensuring that each person she works with receives tailored support and guidance. By using her knowledge from Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Emotional Intelligence, Mindset, Stages of Changes, Self-determination, Goal Setting and Self-Efficacy theories, among others, Geraldine help clients to find their own solutions and ways to achieve the transformation they want.
Geraldine also has solid experience in disability care, offering invaluable support to both caregivers and individuals with disabilities. With a profound understanding of the unique challenges faced by this community. Her experience in disability care has equipped her with a compassionate and empathetic approach, ensuring that every client receives the support and guidance they deserve. Whether it's managing chronic conditions, improving nutrition, enhancing mental well-being, or optimising lifestyle choices, Geraldine is committed to facilitate positive transformations and promote greater independence.
A personalised approach
With a friendly and empathetic approach, Geraldine creates a safe space for her clients to explore their wellness goals and challenges and guides them towards making sustainable changes that lead to long-lasting health benefits. She believes in meeting her clients where they are on their health journey and tailors her coaching to their individual needs. Whether it's developing healthier eating habits, incorporating exercise into a busy schedule, or managing stress, Geraldine is committed to supporting her clients every step of the way.
HOW HEALTH COACHES CAN HELP
Health coaches help clients by providing personalised support and guidance to achieve their health and wellness goals. They focus on the following areas:
1. Goal Setting: Health coaches assist clients in defining clear, achievable health and wellness goals based on their individual needs and preferences.
2. Education: They provide clients with relevant information about nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other health-related topics to help them make informed decisions.
3. Behavioural Change: Health coaches use techniques like motivational interviewing and positive reinforcement to help clients adopt and maintain healthy habits and behaviours.
4. Accountability: Regular check-ins and progress tracking keep clients accountable and motivated to stay on track with their health plans.
5. Support and Encouragement: Health coaches offer emotional support, encouragement, and practical advice to help clients overcome obstacles and stay committed to their goals.
The goal of coaching is to encourage personal responsibility, self-discovery, reflective thinking and self efficacy. Clients will discover their own solutions and will create their own possibilities.
What is a Functional Medicine Health Coach?
A functional medicine health coach is a health coach with specialised training in functional medicine principles, which focus on identifying and addressing the root causes of disease.
Training and Certification:
Requires specialized training in functional medicine, often from institutions like the Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM) or Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (FMCA).
Certification programs are more intensive and focused on the functional medicine model.
Approach:
Focuses on personalized, systems-oriented approach to health.
Emphasizes understanding the underlying causes of chronic disease and dysfunction.
Collaborates closely with functional medicine practitioners, such as physicians, to provide comprehensive care.
Uses detailed health histories, lab tests, and other diagnostic tools to inform coaching strategies.
Scope:
Works with clients who may have complex, chronic conditions such as autoimmune diseases, metabolic disorders, hormonal imbalances, and gut health issues.
Supports clients in implementing personalised health plans developed by functional medicine practitioners.
Focuses on nutrition, lifestyle changes, stress management, and other factors that influence health on a systemic level.