Health Coaching Rooted in Lived Experience
Living with MS, I understand what it means to navigate health challenges without enough support between appointments. Health coaching helps bridge that gap through practical strategies, genuine partnership, and compassionate accountability.
Whether you're living with a neurological or autoimmune condition, supporting a loved one through a health challenge, or focused on aging well, coaching can help you build sustainable habits that fit your real life.
Lived Experience
I live with MS and have helped care for family members with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's. I understand these challenges from the inside, not just professionally
What Makes This Matter
Health coaching isn't new. But coaching rooted in lived experience and built around the realities of chronic conditions, family caregiving, and aging well is rare.
Evidence-Based
Every strategy is grounded in research. No wellness trends, no one-size-fits-all protocols. Just practical approaches supported by evidence and tailored to your life.
You're Not Alone
Health challenges affect more than one person. Whether you're living with a condition or supporting someone you care about, there's a place for you here.
Secure & Accessible
All virtual sessions are managed through Vibly, a HIPAA-compliant platform. Secure, private, and accessible wherever you are, at a pace that fits your life.
Who I Work With
Rooted Rise Health serves people living with neurological and autoimmune conditions, those supporting a loved one through a health challenge, and adults seeking to age well with greater confidence and vitality.
-- Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
-- Lupus
-- Parkinson's Disease
-- Alzheimer's
-- Rheumatoid Arthritis
-- Other neurological and autoimmune conditions
-- Care partners and family members
-- Family members and loved ones supporting
someone they care about
-- Healthy aging and wellbeing goals
Whether you're newly diagnosed, years into your journey, supporting someone you care about, or focused on aging well, you don't have to figure it out alone.
How We Work Together
Rooted Rise Health offers individual coaching, group coaching, and educational workshops designed to meet people where they are. Coaching sessions are conducted virtually through Vibly, a HIPAA-compliant platform. Workshops and presentations are available both virtually and in person.
What Clients Say
Real people. Real shifts. This is what growing from where you are looks like.
"Joel's coaching style helped me engage deeply with my health and wellness goals without feeling pressured. He avoided prescribing and instead supported me to generate my own ideas, which increased my sense of control and the feasibility of my actions."
— Client living with a neurodegenerative condition
"Joel's coaching approach creates a supportive environment for exploring and adopting new habits. He invites me to contribute freely with no expectations and encourages creative thinking. Our collaboration fosters ownership and motivation by aligning with my own readiness and interests."
— Client living with an autoimmune condition
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between health coaching and therapy or medical treatment?
Health coaching is not a substitute for medical care or mental health treatment. I don't diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, or provide clinical treatment. Instead, I partner with you to explore your health goals, build sustainable habits, and create strategies that complement your existing care. Think of coaching as support between appointments, helping you navigate daily life, implement meaningful changes, and advocate for yourself with greater confidence.
What does a typical coaching session look like?
Each session is a collaborative conversation focused on you. We'll explore where you are now, what you want to achieve, and what's getting in the way. Together, we'll identify small, actionable steps that move you forward. Between sessions, you'll implement what we've discussed, and we'll use our next session to celebrate progress, troubleshoot challenges, and build on what's working.
Individual coaching is conducted virtually for flexibility and convenience. Workshops, educational presentations, and speaking engagements are available both virtually and in person.
How do I know if coaching is right for me?
Coaching works best when you're ready to make changes and willing to take an active role in your health and well-being. You don't need to have all the answers. We'll discover those together. Whether you're navigating a health condition, supporting someone you care about, or looking to build healthy habits as you age, coaching can help you gain clarity, build confidence, and create momentum. A free discovery call is a great way to explore whether we're a good fit.
Do you take insurance?
I don't directly bill insurance, but flexible payment options are available. Ask about using HSA/FSA funds or insurance benefits, coverage varies by plan. Reach out to discuss what works best for your situation.
Do you offer workshops, presentations, or speaking engagements?
Yes. In addition to individual and group coaching, I offer virtual and in-person workshops, educational presentations, and speaking engagements for community organizations, support groups, healthcare organizations, conferences, and workplace wellness programs. Topics include energy management, healthy aging, caregiving, movement, behavior change, and living well with neurological and autoimmune conditions.
Ready to Grow From Where You Are?
Start with a free discovery call. No agenda, no pressure, just a conversation about where you are and where you'd like to go.
The "Let's Talk" button will take you to Vibly, a HIPAA-compliant coaching platform. For your security and privacy, all discovery calls, scheduling, messaging, and coaching sessions are facilitated through Vibly.
Health coaching complements, not replaces, your medical team.