Health & Wellness Coaching

The life you want to live is just right within you.

One-on-one coaching that helps you build a healthier, more balanced, more intentional life — one small, meaningful step at a time.

Coach Bernie — Certified Health & Wellness Coach · Certified Yoga Teacher · Registered Nurse (United States and Philippines) · 30+ years in health, wellness, and fitness.

Wellness Coach

Certified health & wellness coach

Yoga Teacher

Certified yoga instructor

Registered Nurse

Licensed in the U.S. & Philippines

30+ Years

In health, wellness & fitness

Coach Bernie

Meet Coach Bernie

A steady guide for real, lasting change.

With more than 30 years across coaching, yoga teaching, and nursing. Coach Bernie brings both clinical grounding and genuine warmth to every session. Her focus is simple: helping you create a healthier, more balanced, and more intentional life — through self-care, awareness, and small steps that actually last.

  • Building healthy habits that stick
  • Managing stress and finding emotional balance
  • Growing in clarity, purpose, and confidence

Professional Profile

Credentials & Training

Education, licensure, clinical training, and coaching qualifications.

Education & Licensure

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Philippine Women's University · 2009

Philippine Professional Regulation Commission

Registered Nurse license · 2010

New York State Board of Nursing

Licensed · 2024

California State Board of Nursing

Licensed · 2024

District of Columbia Board of Nursing

Licensed · 2026

Clinical Training

UC San Diego — Case Management

2024

UC San Diego — Emergency Nursing

2025

Health & Wellness Coaching

MindBodyGreen — Health Coach Certification

2026

National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching

Eligibility · 2026

How I Coach

Holistic,compassionate,and groundedin evidence.

My style is holistic, collaborative, and evidence-informed. I hold a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore what matters most — and leave with a clear next step.

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Reflectivelistening

I listen closely and reflect back what I hear, so you feel genuinely understood.

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Powerfulquestions

Thoughtful questions help you uncover your own answers and priorities.

Realisticaction steps

We turn insight into steps that are doable, sustainable, and truly yours.

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Ways to Work Together

Wellness coaching, shaped around you.

Personalized 30-minute sessions over Zoom, in a safe, supportive, and confidential space.

1:1 Virtual Coaching

Private 30-minute sessions over Zoom, wherever you are.

How a Session Works

A supportive conversation, from reflection to action.

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Reflect & Explore

Through reflective listening and thoughtful questions, we explore what matters most to you.

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Gain Clarity

Together, we build self-awareness, clarify your priorities, and find a direction that feels meaningful.

3

Take Realistic Action

We shape steps that feel doable, sustainable, and connected to your goals.

4

Your Journey Stays Yours

You stay in the driver's seat — I walk beside you with encouragement and accountability.

Is This You?

Coaching built around you, not a template.

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Explore

Who this is for

  • You're ready for meaningful change
  • You want better habits and more balance
  • You want to feel heard, not judged

Stories

Real Stories, Real Shift.

The life you want to live is just right within you.

Begin with one honest step toward the wellness, clarity, and balance already within you.

Life beyond the coaching room.

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Let's Begin

How do we start?

The easiest way to begin is to reach out — by email, phone, or Viber. You can also request a free account to book sessions and keep your notes in one place.

Begin Your Journey