About Elsa
Total Wellbeing Coaching
Since 2010 I’ve built up a successful practice working with clients to help them improve their overall wellbeing. As an accredited coach, I work alongside the client to help them identify which areas are out of balance and need attention, this can include various aspects of physical, mental and emotional wellbeing. When we think of health, we often just think of physical health e.g. weight, fitness, blood pressure etc. but I’m a big believer that our mental and emotional health are just as important to our overall wellbeing.
We need to take care of all aspects in order to live a balanced and happy life. Hence why I take an integrated approach with my clients to help them improve their overall health and wellbeing. I do this by helping them to tune out from all of the external ‘wellness noise’ and connect inwards to identify how they truly want to feel, what is holding them back and what will help them get there.
I’m a big believer in continuous practitioner development to help me personally grow and evolve and to serve my clients better. In 2010, after 3 years of training, I graduated with a Higher Diploma in Nutritional therapy which is the comprehensive study of Nutritional Science and Therapeutics. Since then, I have continuously built upon my knowledge and skill set with accredited training and qualifications in a variety of wellness modalities including; Transformative Life Coaching, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Mindful Eating, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and active breathwork. As such, I am able to equip my clients with a variety of powerful tools to support their physical, mental & emotional wellbeing. A particular area of interest is helping clients build self-worth and nurture a more positive relationship with food, body and self.
My Work
Since earning my nutrition qualification, I’ve been working passionately to share my nutritional knowledge and help as many people as I can to look and feel their very best. I do this through my 1:1 consultancy work, my online programs, my book, through staff talks and also through my work in the media as a health writer and presenter.
My own personal approach to diet and nutrition is very balanced and flexible. I consider myself a very practical nutritionist in that my nutrition advice is always realistic for every- day life. I don’t subscribe to or preach about any one style of eating because I truly believe there is no ‘wrong’ or ‘right’ diet, it’s about figuring out what’s right for you. In other words, what helps YOU look and feel your best and fits in with your lifestyle. This may take some experimentation and guidance.
A Balanced, Practical Approach.
I never advocate following fad diets or suggest reducing/eliminating foods without offering viable alternatives that will maintain nutritional needs. I only ever encourage eating patterns that are nutritionally balanced and sustainable for the long term. My job is to help educate and empower individuals to make healthy choices for themselves. I do this by providing expert nutrition advice, practical meal suggestions, simple & tasty recipes along with tips on how to plan/organise and stay motivated for the long term.
I’m a big believer that ‘Good Food is Good Medicine’, but, by the same token, I don’t believe that diet is the ‘be all and end all’ either – good sleep, effective stress management, exercise and a positive mental attitude are just as important to our overall health & wellbeing. As such, I am always wary of exaggerated nutritional claims and take a ‘whole body approach’ to health and wellness.
Integrated Health Care.
My nutrition advice is not intended to replace conventional medicines but to complement them, and, where necessary, dietary changes can be made under the supervision of a Medical Doctor. We all know that prevention is better than cure, but many of us just don’t realise that our first line of defence against disease, starts with our dinner plate.
- 1:1 consultations – info & testimonials
- Online Programs
- Goodbye Sugar Book
“Following Elsa’s program has changed my life! I don’t crave sugar or get energy slumps anymore. I’m slimmer now than ever” – Alison
“I used to feel powerless against my cravings, not anymore, it feels good to be in control” – Karen
“I lost 5 pounds in 10 days, I’ve more energy & I feel positive & in control” – Eilish
“The daily videos were really supportive & helped me figure out WHY I comfort eat” – Sheila
“I wouldn’t change a single thing about the program. It definitely ticked all the boxes for me” – June