What is holistic health counseling and how is it different than a diet or therapy?
Holistic health counseling teaches you how to make diet and lifestyle changes that positively affect every area of your life. Instead of putting you on a diet, I guide you to find the foods that work for your body type and lifestyle. We add new foods in, instead of taking foods away, and gradually help you to make the changes you need to make to be healthy.
When you work with a holistic health counselor, you’re getting advice and guidance from a knowledgeable, trained coach that will show you how to make simple, yet effective, diet and lifestyle changes that improve your quality of life.
A holistic health counselor is also a motivator, and encourages you in areas where you’ve been hesitating or procrastinating, including:
· Changing your diet to lose weight or alleviate minor health issues
· Learning to love your body and your life
· Finding exercise that works for you
· Loving your job or creating a new one
· Cultivating better relationships
· Feeling more connected in mind, body and spirit
A holistic health counselor is not a psychologist, doctor, dietitian or nutritionist. I don’t take the place of your primary care physician, and I will not tell you that I can treat, cure or heal any long-term illnesses.
Here’s what one of my clients say about working with me:
I worked with Christy for the better part of a year. I thought I “knew” what healthy and organic food was until Christy took me shopping. She showed me what organic foods really are in such a manner that my way of looking at a carrot, a cracker, or a bunch of greens has been completely altered, and has not shifted back.
Her personal consultations followed weekly, with menus. She blended my eating with my emotional, personal and exercise life and in so doing, I found myself changing habits. What was once “good for me” was reexamined. Life altered. Behavior changed.
Christy is a kind and sympathetic listener. She has a thorough comprehension of healthy eating practices, of natural lifestyles that flow with healing exercise and energy, along with a great number of resources readily available as referrals. If you seek a holistic nutritional consultant who will stay by your side, I “heart”ily recommend Christy Goldfeder.
- Janet, Stratford, CT
What results can I expect from this program?
Confidence about your food choices – You’ll know what works for your body and how to make your meals fun, enjoyable and delicious. No quick fixes, but time-tested solutions that are easy and work in real life – even if you’re super busy.
More energy – You’ll feel more energized, alert, and alive. Feeling good physically gives you more energy to do the things you love, and more focus to do the things you need to do. You’ll enjoy food and life a lot more.
Fewer cravings – If you struggle with food cravings, take heart. I can help you deconstruct and understand your cravings and find healthy solutions to overcome them. I can also help you overcome sugar and caffeine addiction, or other food habits you find unhealthy.
Feel better – Besides eating better and losing weight, many of my clients report that they have healthy side effects such as better digestion, better sleep, less stress, reduce headaches and migraines, less bloating, reduce PMS symptoms, clearer skin, brighter eyes, even moods, clearer thinking, a better outlook on life.
More fun cooking- No more worrying about what to make for dinner – I give you lots of ideas on what you can prepare. Even if the only thing you ever make is reservations, I’ll empower you to start preparing simple recipes that require little effort.
A plan that works - When you follow the program, you’ll be making subtle but significant changes in the way you eat and take care of yourself. Unlike a crash diet or quick fix, you’re building a foundation of new habits that can last a lifetime – giving you results that stick.
Who will benefit best from one of your programs and what is expected of the client?
People who are ready to improve eating habits and feel confident about preparing better foods are good candidates for our programs. Most of our clients are seeking to increase their energy and vitality; are highly motivated and ready for change; are willing to take extra special care of themselves; and show up on time for each scheduled appointment.
Who is not likely to benefit from your programs?
People who use excuses instead of taking action; don’t take responsibility for their lives; expect me to do all of the work for them; expect a quick fix or magic pill; and aren’t willing to experiment or follow through with recommendations are probably not good candidates for our programs.
How can I guarantee to get the most of the program and reach my goals?
You’ll get the best results if you’re honest about how everything is working for you. If you’re showing up on time and following through with our agreed action steps, you’ll start to get results as quickly as you want – and you’ll likely reach most if not all of your goals. If something isn’t working for you, it is important that you let me know so that we can find a better solution together. And you’ll also get the best results if you show up for appointments on time.
Just see what others have said:
I have suffered from migraine headaches since I was a teenager. But now they were much worse – I was getting them for two weeks out of each month and taking very strong prescription medication to treat them.
I started working with Christy to learn how to eat heathier, lose weight, and see if I could figure out what was causing these migraines. Christy encouraged me to add more whole foods into my diet, cut down on processed foods and caffeine, and increase my exercise. By the time we had our last appointment, I hadn’t had a migraine in a month!
- Valerie, Long Island, NY
What is your background and how did yo;u become a holistic health counselor? 
I am a certified health counselor accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners. I received my training at Columbia University’s Teacher’s College and the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.
I became a certified health coach when I realized that I had the power to take control over my own health by changing my diet. As an overweight teenager and college student, I suffered from depression, digestive disorders, and a thyroid condition, and I was told by doctors that I would need to be on medication for the rest of my life. When I started working out and eating healthier, I lost weight, my mood improved and I eventually was able to get myself off all prescription medications. Since I learned to live a delicious life, I’ve competed in endurance events such as a New York – Boston AIDS Ride, a triathlon, and several 5K races. I love teaching people to live healthier and happier.
How do I sign up?
Check out the programs page to see what which program suits you best. Then contact me for more details on how to schedule an initial consultation.
Still want more proof that it works?
I invite you to read all of the client testimonials to see what your results might be like. If you have not already done so, sign up for my newsletter to get free monthly articles, tips and events that are advertised only to my subscribers.
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