Gratitude
Gratitude
I am a recently-qualified health coach myself, and received coaching as part of my training. I was told - multiple times - during that process that I was not the easiest person to coach, being very resistant to goal-setting in general, and at times (ahem) quite verbose and tangential. This scattered thinking and lack of direction is the reason I need a coach in the first place, but it doesn’t make it very easy for the person tasked with the job.
Karin had NO problem with me. I kind of couldn’t believe it, and I am VERY hard to impress.
In fact, she was unbelievably adept at guiding me through both clarification and organization of my desired outcomes. She asked so many powerful, non-judgmental questions of me, helping me realize things I hadn’t even considered before. I was then finally able to use this insight to overcome long-standing obstacles and change previously stubborn behaviors. More importantly, she did all of this with compassion and curiosity, never inserting any of her opinions about what I should or could do. Instead, she consistently pointed out my strengths and highlighted my values, making me feel empowered and completely capable - and even excited - about moving forward along my ever-changing life path.
I’ll definitely be re-engaging with her in the future whenever I feel lost in transition. We’re so fortunate she’s found her way into coaching; it seems such a natural gift of hers. I truly can’t recommend her highly enough.
Tracy Jackson, MD
Director of Chronic Pain Services, Bright Heart Health
Health and Wellness Coach
I’ve struggled for years with chronic gut health issues. This has often led to me feeling quite depressed and isolated. Something I’ve learned throughout my personal battles is how important it is to have people around you who can support you on the good and bad days.
Karin is one of those amazing people. I had the honor of doing one-on-one coaching with her, and joined her Outdoor Vibes sessions (which are awesome nature walks with intentional discussion)!
What I learned about Karin - she will stand by you, encourage, educate, and listen to you with no judgement. Her demeanor is calm and empathetic, personal and inviting. It’s been easy to share the struggles and wins, like you’re talking with a long-time friend. Her consistency in her efforts to help and encourage you shows and she’s truly an actions speaks louder than words kind of person. She follows up (even if you’ve fallen off the bandwagon for a while) and she’s honest, yet kind, and makes it known she cares.
Health issues are a horrendous battle, but having Karin made bearing it not so lonely. Karin has also opened my eyes to a few different practices I can implement in my daily life that really help manage some symptoms.
If you have the chance to work with Karin, I highly recommend. She’s wonderful!
Savannah Pierson
Family & Wedding Photographer
Karin is an incredibly warm, sunshine-filled coach. It was such an enjoyable experience meeting with her and discussing both my current and future goals and dreams. She helped me to problem solve through things that were happening in my life, as well as encouraged me to discover myself through the process.
I really enjoyed working with her and know that she has so much to offer to many. At the completion of our coaching sessions, I always felt encouraged and a renewed sense of belonging in this world, as well as having tangible items on my "I can do this" list. It is clear that this is a field that Karin not only pursued as a career, but also as a passion. She was always ready to get to work in whatever that meant for me in the moment. She is creative in her approach, and listens with intention. She came to each session with a plan, but was always willing to let the session go in whatever direction I needed that day.
I feel really lucky to have had the opportunity to work with her and know that I have not only gained a trusting, loving friendship but also another person who will always be rooting for me discovering a healthier, happier, and more active life for myself. Thanks to Karin's coaching, I now have tools that I will use for my entire life. Thank you Karin!
Raina Estrem
BSN, RN, PHN
Children's Minnesota
Karin has helped me meet my goals, which are overall health improvement including my diet, fitness, and lifestyle. She is always very empathetic and supportive, no matter what we are discussing, and that is also tempered with a sense of humor.
Karin brings no preconceived ideas but listens to me to direct the tone of the meeting. She helps me set small goals which have led to significant changes.
She also helped me identify self-imposed obstacles and then substitute small changes so it was easier to implement these changes. I have lost 30 lbs. and I am still moving forward. She is such a positive force to work with and I would highly recommend her.
Kerry, MN