1. Frequently Asked Questions
  2. Integrative Nurse Coach Certificate Program

What’s the difference between a Nurse Health Coach and a Wellness Coach?

Nurse Coaches have advanced clinical knowledge and experience, holistic expertise, and the ability to assess and address the full spectrum of health and well-being.

While all health and wellness coaches aim to support clients in making positive lifestyle changes, Integrative Nurse Coaches bring a unique level of education, clinical expertise, and holistic care to the coaching relationship.

Here are the key differences:

🩺 Nurse Coaches Are Clinically Educated Healthcare Professionals
Unlike general wellness coaches—who may only need a high school diploma and no healthcare background—Integrative Nurse Coaches are licensed Registered Nurses with advanced education in coaching, holistic health, and behavior change.

🧠 We Provide a Whole-Person Approach
Integrative Nurse Coaches are equipped to complete a comprehensive, evidence-informed integrative health assessment that explores all dimensions of a client’s wellbeing.

🌿 Our Coaching Encompasses Multiple Dimensions of Health, Including:

  • Life Balance and Satisfaction – lifestyle changes for greater wellbeing

  • Relationships – healthy interpersonal dynamics

  • Spiritual – meaning, purpose, and connection

  • Mental and Emotional – stress management and emotional regulation

  • Physical – exercise, movement, and weight support

  • Nutrition – healthy eating and nourishment

  • Environmental – awareness of surroundings and lifestyle impact

  • Health Responsibility – managing chronic conditions and taking proactive steps

  • Lifestyle Habits – shifting habits such as smoking, alcohol use, and sleep patterns

🌀 We Use Reflective and Complementary Modalities
Integrative Nurse Coaches draw on tools such as mindfulness, guided imagery, breathwork, EFT tapping, and other complementary practices tailored to the client’s needs.

The result? A personalized, empowering experience that promotes not only short-term behavior change—but sustainable, long-term transformation in health and quality of life.