How Coaching Can Benefit People Living With Multiple Sclerosis Featuring Liz Kiniry

In this episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh interviews Liz Kiniry, NBC-HWC, a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach who specializes in working with clients living with multiple sclerosis. Liz’s journey into coaching was shaped by her background as a chef, her passion for health and wellness, and personal experiences with chronic disease in her family. She worked as a coach with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and coaches in private practice, helping people build confidence, resilience, and strategies for managing their health.

In her conversation with Dr. Singh, Liz shares how she transitioned into coaching and the unique role health and wellness coaches have in supporting individuals with MS. Together, Dr. Singh and Liz explore the challenges that people with MS face. Liz shares coaching insights, discussing the importance of active listening, meeting clients where they are, and helping them navigate challenges. Liz also highlights how coaches serve as a vital bridge between patients and healthcare providers, empowering individuals to implement medical guidance in a way that aligns with their unique situations, values, and goals.

Listen in to learn how health and wellness coaches can support for people with multiple sclerosis, become an integral part of the healthcare team, and foster empowerment in the face of life’s challenges.

For detailed show notes, resources, and information to connect with Liz Kiniry, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/how-coaching-can-benefit-people-with-multiple-sclerosis-featuring-liz-kiniry

For more information about multiple sclerosis, visit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/

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Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction
1:05 – Liz’s Journey To Becoming A Coach
3:02 – How Liz Became A Coach For People With Multiple Sclerosis
7:35 – Multiple Sclerosis 101
12:37 – How Coaching Can Benefit People With Multiple Sclerosis
16:39 – Coaching Bridges Gaps In Healthcare
24:33 – Navigating MS: Building Care Teams & Finding Resources
27:32 – MS Challenges: Understanding The Journey
33:09 – Liz’s Experience Of Fulfillment Through Coaching
39:17 - Takeaways