I'M ON A MISSION
to help individuals thrive during midlife to feel good every day!
Hi there, fellow human! I'm Denise.
I’m the Head FeelGood Health Coach with over 25 years' experience working as a personalised health coach, nurse and personal trainer with people just like you, who want to live life feeling vibrant and energetic.
I'm passionate about helping you discover long-term health and vitality so you can live the life you desire, full of energy and enjoyment.
I want to cut through the noise of conflicting advice and overwhelm to make optimal health both achievable and sustainable.
I have seen what illness looks like but I have also seen what health looks like!
Your body wants to be healthy and it can be when you give it the right conditions.
I remember the days when I was rushing from one thing to the next. I remember the days of dealing with sick family members. I remember the overwhelm and fatigue.
I wanted the freedom to live on my terms and help my family live optimally too. I wanted to feel seen and heard by those I went to seeking help. I wanted someone to see me as an individual with lots of different things going on.
I wanted a holistic approach to feeling good.
But as time went on, the messier the solution was becoming. Important pieces of the wellness puzzle were getting missed.
I realised if I wanted to feel energised, vibrant, healthy and happy (especially as I continued to get older) I needed a new approach.
I decided to create what I felt was missing.
Through much researching, I came across a ground-breaking approach to health with over 20 years of research behind it. It went beyond all the books I’d read and even what I had learned in my nursing training. I discovered an exciting body of research around epigenetics and personalising health and immediately knew I had to integrate it into my coaching.
My FeelGood health programs were born.
Personalised Health Meets Personalised Coaching
Personalised health draws on 15 different sciences including:
- Genetics (your preset coded instruction manual)
- Epigenetics (the impact of the environment on your code)
- Neuroscience (brain chemistry)
- Endocrinology (hormones)
- Positive Psychology (healthy behaviour change)
and more!
It sees each person as having their own unique needs and preferences based on their biology. So instead of drawing on the same strategies with each individual, a personalised coaching approach is needed to optimise individual outcomes.
I began to see everyone through the lens of personalisation and replaced the standard cookie-cutter 'one-size-fits-all' approach with what was essentially an 'instruction manual' for each of my clients - and the results were AMAZING!
Since using this approach I've seen dramatic improvements in health outcomes.
Not only have my clients seen improvements in their energy levels, sleep, joint function and weight, but their relationships with others have improved too.
Myself and my family have also experienced the benefits. All together we have become a happier, healthier and more cohesive unit. There are still days when things can go pear shaped but we can get back on track so much quicker knowing what needs and preferences we each have.
Recently, my 19 year old son said to me that he feels I really understand him and then gave me a high 5. It was a great moment!
This genetic personalised approach has made such an impact on my life, it's now my vocation. It has helped me understand others on a completely different level and share this new perspective with them.
Find out more about the FeelGood ProgramsWhy me?
I have both the foundational health knowledge from nursing, personal training, nutrition, mindset and health coaching combined with the skills and assessment tools of genetic personalised health.
This means you will get support to understand and maximise your
- Nutrition
- Movement
- Mindset
- Inherent strengths
- Environment
- Relationships
Most of all, what makes me stand out is my own experience of working out how to optimise health. I’ve been in the daily life wrestle and I’m here to help with clear and non-judgemental guidance so you can get the most out of your life too.
My qualifications
So you know you're in good hands!
Bachelor of Nursing (Deakin University)
Certificate of Neonatal Intensive Care (Latrobe University)
Bachelor of Science (University of Melbourne)
Nutrition Coach Certification (Precision Nutrition)
Thinking Into Results Training (Proctor Gallagher Institute)
Lead The Field Training (Proctor Gallagher Institute)
Certificate 3 & 4 Fitness (Fitness Australia Registered)
Endorsed Personalised Parenting Facilitator (Precision Health Alliance)
Endorsed Epigenetic Health Coach (Precision Health Alliance)
Trauma Informed Coaching (The Centre for Healing)
Hormone Health Coach (Certified Excellence)
A few more things you might want to know
I absolutely love what I do. To me this work is personal, it’s my purpose, it’s real and it’s life changing. I really care about the individuals and families I work with.
I love seeing the transformation that this work has on the previous misunderstandings and frustrations over the years as they melt away. I’m blown away when an individual starts to feel validated and understands why they are the way they are. And I’m most excited when I see family members start to really listen to each other and accept the special gifts that make each one of us unique.
I do this work because I’ve seen a huge shift in my relationship with myself and my family, as well as the interactions I have with everyone that I meet and I can’t wait to others what’s possible for them too.
I could bet that life is very busy for you so all my programs and classes are direct and to the point to deliver what you need.
Yes, I have a wealth of knowledge I will share with you, but I also know that you are the experts of your own life and your family's life. My role is to ask the right questions, direct you when needed and support you in using your knowledge to create the life you want.
Something I also often hear from well meaning individuals on a health journey is that they start a program with the best intentions and then life gets in the way. That’s why I work closely with you one-to-one. That way momentum stays high and you won’t sit there stuck or get distracted. I want you to get your money’s worth and actually see the change you wanted when you signed up!! For me that’s the biggest thrill of all.
I’ve worked with many different individuals over my extensive career in health and wellbeing. Those who are ready and willing to invest time and effort into themselves and their families find the accountability that comes with a coach helps them create change more successfully.
I know that many coaches will say they're the one for you, but it is important that you find the coach that understands who you are and your situation - from your perspective.
Every one is different and can desire different outcomes, so it is important that the strategies are personalised to you to achieve the outcomes you are after.
I work best with individuals and families who recognise they need a tailored approach to their health and wellbeing and who want a sustainable way of feeling good for the long run.
Ready to discover the exact formula that optimises your health and wellbeing?
Book a FREE call today.