GatorCare One-on-One Health Coaching

What is one-on-one health coaching?

Our one-on-one virtual health coaching program is a personalized and transformative approach designed to help you achieve your personal health and wellness goals through positive behavior change and health education. Our curated team of health coaches is designed to guide you on your journey toward a healthier and more fulfilling life.

What to Expect

• After submitting an application, you will be matched with one of our health coaches within 5-8 business days.
• Initial Visit
• Up to 3 optional monthly follow-up appointment(s)
• Session(s) Include:

1. Setting Realistic Goals

2. Identifying Barriers

3. Building Healthy Habits

Note: The coaching relationship is unique & confidential. Coaching results are not guaranteed. This relationship is not psychological counseling or psychotherapy. Our health coaches are not medical professionals but are trained in health education and behavior change models, theories, and practices.

Benefits of Health Coaching

• Accessibility
• Personalized Attention
• Accountability
• Encouragement

Areas of Focus

Meet the Coaches

Mallory Rubek

Abi Loose

Victoria Reidy

Natalie Lezcano

Jasmine Price

Mary Mullahey

Want to learn more about our health coaches?

FAQs

What is a health coach?

• A health coach is a health education professional who helps individuals achieve their health goals through guidance, resources, support, and assist in overcoming barriers. They focus on all areas of wellness including but not limited to nutrition, exercise, stress management, and lifestyle changes to improve overall health.

Can I choose my health coach?

• No. Based on your registration responses you will be matched with the health coach that best aligns with your wellness goals.

How soon should I expect to hear from my health coach after my appointment request form is submitted?

• You should be matched and hear from your health coach within 3-5 business days.
• Please note: Due to having a limited number of health coaches, this program is first come, first serve. Depending on program demand, we may delay your first appointment.

What can I expect from my first session?

• The first session typically last 45 minutes to 1 hour. You will meet individually with your health coach for an active working session. This will include signing a confidentiality agreement together, having a discussion on the structure of the program and about your health goals, priorities and creating a realistic action plan.

Can I meet my health coach virtually?

• Yes. Our One-on-One health coaching program is completely virtual and will take place through Zoom.

How much does One-on-One Health Coaching cost?

• One-on-One Health Coaching is completely FREE for all UF and UF Health employees.

How do I prepare for a health coaching session?

• Reflect on your wellness goals, barriers, and what you hope to achieve throughout the program. Be ready to discuss current behavioral habits and be open to explore new strategies and resources.

How long is a health coaching session?

• Each session can be flexible to fit your schedule. Your initial session typically last 45 minutes to 1 hour. On average, follow – up sessions will last 30-45 minutes.

Is health coaching confidential?

• Yes, health coaching sessions are confidential. Coaches are bound by a confidentiality agreement that you sign together to protect your privacy.

What areas of health can health coaching assist with?

• Health coaching can support any health and behavior related goal. For example, an individual being health coached could have a goal centered around nutrition, sleep, physical activity, mental wellness, work-life balance, stress management, or preventive care. Even if your personal goals are broad, such as wanting to feel more energetic or balance, a coach can help create a plan to achieve them.

How often can I participate in One-on-One health coaching?

• The duration of this health coaching program can last up to four months. To accommodate the demand for this program you may only participate in One-on-One health coaching on an annual basis.

Testimonies

•  “After the first session with my health coach, I knew this was exactly what I needed. I was given tools to help me be successful, support that I desperately needed and as much accountability as I wanted. The in-person sessions with my Health Coach were just amazing and my absolute favorite part of this program. It was great having someone to talk with about goals, successes, and disappointments when I didn’t seem to accomplish what I was hoping to. Through this program I learned what areas I really wanted and needed to focus on the most. “
• I’ve really enjoyed the walking challenges, but the standout feature for me has been the Virtual One on One Health Coaching. Having my personal health coach has been a game-changer—meeting every three months has kept me motivated and accountable. Initially, I started the program to help shed some pounds, especially with my struggles related to hypothyroidism and high triglycerides. But over time, I’ve realized it’s about much more than just weight loss. By incorporating more veggies into meals, tweaking my diet, and adding daily yoga and light weights to my routine, I’ve watched not just my weight, but my overall health transform. My skin has a newfound glow, my hair is healthier, and my triglycerides are down to normal range—woohoo! I still have a bit more weight to lose, but I genuinely feel and look ten years younger. Shout out to my personal wellness coach for her continued support, encouragement and accountability, I couldn’t have done it without her !!  One on one healthy coaching has truly empowered me to embrace a healthier lifestyle, and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me next! 
• “This health coaching program was phenomenal and I learned quite a bit about handling stress and coping mechanisms. My overall goal was to find ways to incorporate some ways to handle stress during my day and my health coach was phenomenal! It was talking to my best friend. The encouragement in the provided booklet was awesome too. I loved that it gave so many ideas.”
• “I was already starting my weight loss journey but I needed something else. Then Victoria came into my life and helped me to see what was needed to make my goal very achievable. And guess what it worked. I feel good. I have learned how to eat well without getting bored, how to exercise and not get burned out. I found myself accountable so that I could do this program.”
• “For me, the biggest thing I am walking away with is that the small changes have the biggest impact. Making myself walk a little extra adds up. Taking a few moments to plan my weekly meals adds up. Taking those few moments and seeing the results shown me that change doesn’t have to be overwhelming and dramatic. It can be sustainable and simple.”
• “I’ve loved working with Natalie as my coach; she encouraged me to have fun (via eating) on my vacation when my mindset was telling myself I needed to restrict. Nothing in this program is about restriction and everything is about moderation which has been a challenging concept for me to process, but I feel like I’m working towards more and more empowerment every day!”

Non-GatorCare Members: Next Steps

Are you a UF or UF Health employee who has Florida Blue Insurance? Experience individualized health coaching with the Florida Blue Next Steps Health Coaching program. Health coaching is available virtually with a Registered Nurse Certified Health Coach through Florida Blue. The areas of wellness covered in the one-on-one support sessions include:

• Adopting healthy eating habits
• Losing weight
• Finding ways to add more activity into your day
• Learning ways to manage stress
• Managing high cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar
• Getting help quitting nicotine

All sessions with the Next Steps program are made by appointment only. There are two easy ways for you to enroll with your plan into this program! Use the information below to start your journey!