An interview with Maggie Rooney, APN, our resident Wellness Coach. Maggie is passionate about providing her clients with an alternative approach to self-care and wellness that affords them the opportunity to live their lives in an authentic, joyful way. Read on for more information about Maggie and her amazing practice!
I’ve heard of a Life Coach before, but not a Wellness Coach. Can you tell me more about what a Wellness Coach does?
A wellness coach partners with and supports clients seeking to enhance their sense of well-being. The wellness coach helps empower clients to develop and achieve self-determined wellness related goals. Wellness coaches honor that clients are the experts of their own lives and help clients use their self-knowledge and strengths to move towards what is important to them.
Tell me more about your background.
I have been working as a psychiatric nurse for the past 8 years. I have my Master’s in Nursing and I am a Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have also received additional training in Wellness Coaching. I have been working as a Wellness Coach for the past year.
What are your professional interests?
I am passionate about fostering mindfulness, self-compassion, and joy. Some of my specialty areas include stress management, self-care, body image concerns, and intuitive eating. I practice from a health at every size lens.
Describe your ideal client.
My ideal client would be interested in better understanding what uniquely promotes their sense of well-being. They would be interested in setting and working towards wellness goals that represent their values.
What is your goal in working with clients?
I believe everyone deserves to care for themselves in a way that feels authentic and joyful. My goal is to help clients achieve this. I am dedicated to helping clients reconnect with themselves to identify and pursue what they need in order to thrive.
Does insurance cover your services?
No, however, I offer a sliding scale fee option for clients on an as needed basis.
How often do you meet with clients?
I can meet with clients as often as once per week; however, meeting frequency can be tailored to the needs of the client.
