Frequently Asked Questions

 The Wellness Impact is a Health & Wellness Coaching service that provides personalized support to help you achieve your health goals. Empowering Your Well-Being Journey at Your Pace

At The Wellness Impact, we provide personalized one-on-one sessions with a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). Our highly qualified coach is dedicated to supporting you on your wellness journey and helping you achieve your health goals. With our coaching services, you can receive expert guidance, accountability, and customized strategies tailored to your unique needs.

In addition to our coaching services, we offer exclusive access to discounted supplements. We understand the importance of providing high-quality supplements to support your overall well-being. Through our program, you can access a wide range of supplements at reduced prices, ensuring you have the tools necessary to optimize your health.

Furthermore, we recognize the significance of holistic movement practices for a well-rounded approach to wellness. That's why we offer individuals the opportunity to participate in Adaptive Tai Chi. This practice combines gentle, flowing movements with mindfulness and breathing techniques, promoting physical, mental, and emotional alignment.

Experience the transformative impact of health & wellness coaching, unlock access to discounted supplements, and embrace the benefits of Adaptive Tai Chi at The Wellness Impact. Begin your journey towards holistic well-being today.

 A Health & Wellness Coach is a professional who is trained to support individuals in improving their overall well-being. Unlike traditional healthcare providers, health & wellness coaches take a holistic approach, considering various aspects of a person's life including physical health, mental well-being, relationships, and lifestyle habits. They work with clients to create personalized plans that promote sustainable behavior changes and help clients achieve their health and wellness goals. 

 The role of a Health & Wellness Coach is to provide guidance, support, and accountability to individuals seeking to improve their well-being. They help clients identify their health goals, create action plans, and navigate any obstacles or challenges along the way. Health & Wellness Coaches may offer resources on nutrition, stress management techniques, exercise routines, sleep hygiene, and other lifestyle factors that contribute to overall health. They also serve as motivators and empower clients to make sustainable changes that lead to long-term health benefits. 

 A Health & Wellness Coach can help you improve your overall well-being by providing you with the tools, knowledge, and support needed to create and sustain healthy habits. They work with you to identify areas of improvement, set achievable goals, and develop actionable steps to reach those goals. Whether you're looking to lose weight, manage stress, improve sleep, or enhance your nutrition, a Health & Wellness Coach will tailor their approach to your specific needs, empowering you to make positive changes and cultivate a healthier lifestyle. 

 The frequency of meetings with a Health & Wellness Coach can vary depending on your individual needs and goals. In general, it's common to have an initial series of sessions, often weekly or bi-weekly, to establish a foundation and work on setting goals and implementing lifestyle changes. After the initial phase, sessions may become less frequent, transitioning to monthly or as-needed consultations. Generally, a client will meet with a Health & Wellness Coach The ongoing support of a Health & Wellness Coach helps to ensure accountability, track progress, and adjust strategies as needed. 

 During a session with a Health & Wellness Coach, you can expect a collaborative and client-centered approach. The coach will listen actively, ask open-ended questions, and provide guidance based on your unique circumstances and goals. We will work with you to create a personalized plan that aligns with your preferences and values. Sessions may involve discussions about current challenges, progress evaluation, education on various health topics, and exploring strategies to overcome barriers. Health & Wellness Coaches often leverage various tools, such as wellness assessments or behavior change techniques, to support you throughout your journey. 

 The timeline for seeing results from working with a Health & Wellness Coach can vary depending on the individual and their goals. In general, achieving significant and lasting changes in health and lifestyle habits takes time and consistent effort. Some clients may start to notice positive changes within a few weeks or months, while others may take longer. It's important to remember that small, sustainable changes often yield the best long-term results, and working with a Health & Wellness Coach can help you stay motivated and focused on your goals. 

 Absolutely! Health & Wellness Coaching should be seen as a complementary approach to traditional healthcare. It is encouraged to maintain open communication with your healthcare providers and inform them about your decision to work with a Health & Wellness Coach. This allows for coordinated care and ensures that all aspects of your health are being addressed. Health & Wellness Coaches are not trained to diagnose, treat medical conditions, or provide therapy sessions, so they can work collaboratively with your healthcare team to support your overall well-being. 

Throughout my professional journey, I have had the privilege of coaching over 150 clients, whose ages have ranged from 23 to 83 years old. These incredible individuals come from diverse backgrounds, including doctors, nurses, teachers, social workers, psychologists, college professors, yoga instructors, bikers, business owners, fellow health coaches (even coaches need coaches!), lawyers, stay-at-home moms, retirees, hoarders, insurance workers, and countless others. The truth is, regardless of age or occupation, everyone can reap the benefits of working with a Health & Wellness Coach. Interestingly, 85% of my clients have been women, while 15% have been men. This skewed ratio is largely influenced by a previous project I worked on that specifically targeted women.

 Pricing varies depending on the service package selected.  

 At The Wellness Impact, we understand that financial considerations are important, and we are here to assist you. If necessary, we can arrange a convenient payment plan tailored to your specific needs. Our goal is to ensure that our Health & Wellness Coaching services are accessible to all individuals who are committed to improving their well-being. Please don't hesitate to let us know if you require any assistance in this regard.

 Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are associated with high-deductible health plans and are owned by the individual. They may or may not be administered by an employer. Contributions may roll over for these accounts. They are funded with pre-tax contributions. 

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are administered by the employer and contributions do not roll over from one year to the next. They are funded with pre-tax contributions. 

 The IRS determines what can be reimbursed by an HSA/FSA. Because health & wellness coaching is an emerging profession it is not yet specified in the IRS code language, however the IRS has issued guidance to the NBHWC that out-of-pocket costs of health and wellness coaching services can be a “qualified medical expense” if the services are provided for the treatment or prevention of a disease. As such, we believe that if an individual is referred to health and wellness coaching by their physician as a treatment for a specific disease that the individual either already has, or has an imminent probability of developing, then the individual’s out-of-pocket costs for such services may qualify as a deductible medical expense. 

 Given the current IRS language if a client/ patient (taxpayer) is referred to health and wellness coaching by their physician as a treatment for a medical condition/disease, this would be reimbursable as outlined above. 

 If your client is interested in receiving benefits under their HSA/FSA for HWC, they should consult their physician to discuss their medical treatment and care plan. If the physician decides that they have a condition that warrants the support of a health and wellness coach, they may recommend that course of treatment. In this instance, we recommend a Medical Letter of Necessity be provided to the patient/client for record-keeping and claim submission. We have provided you with an example of the Medical Letter of Necessity for you to see what is required.  Click HERE to see the SAMPLE Medical Letter of Necessity  

 To receive reimbursement for an HSA/FSA, the patient/client needs to follow the instructions outlined in their plan and contact the plan administrator with questions about submitting claims and receipts. 

 As the plans are administered right now, the IRS language does not allow for someone to choose this intervention or service on their own and receive reimbursement from their HSA/ FSA, however NBHWC believes that health and wellness coaching is an important service that supports individuals in any stage of health so we do encourage your clients/patients to speak with their physician to see if they qualify to receive a signed Letter of Medical Necessity to use their HSA or FSA account.