Wellbeing Coaching
Align intention, attention, attitude, action, and impact by taking steps in the direction of your goals and dreams.
Coach Approach
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by the human experience and exploring personal development. I have a love of learning and have earned my undergraduate degree in Community Health Education with a minor in Psychology and went on to complete a Masters of Education with a graduate minor in Integrative Therapies and Healing Practices. I’m a National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, a certified Intrinsic Coach, an A.C.E certified personal trainer, and a mindfulness facilitator.
As a Wellbeing Coach, I partner with people to support their overall wellbeing. I view each client as the expert of their own life and know they are fully capable, creative, and complete just as they are. The relationship we build together is based on trust, compassion, and strengths.
Over the past 18 years, I’ve had the honor of walking alongside many humans on their wellbeing paths. I’m grateful for them trusting me with their stories as they reflect on what is important to them while they take steps towards their goals. I support them in aligning intention, attention, attitude, action, and impact. One step at a time.
By practicing the Art of Presence, we take time to be intentional about how we want to be and what's important to us, we're then better able to focus our attention and align our attitude to take action in meaningful ways rather than being stuck in our automatic thoughts, behaviors and reactions.
Habits are created by identifying values and beliefs; becoming aware of thoughts and emotions; consistently practicing goal-aligned behaviors; navigating challenges and celebrating successes. This applies to wellbeing as well as any other facet of life.
It requires both building trust and trusting the process.
Want to learn more? Book a free 20-minute “Curiosity & Wonder” Call:
What Guides This Work
At the heart of Art of Presence are these truths:
You are already whole.
You are inherently worthy.
Your body holds wisdom.
You are the expert of your life.
Rest, play, and wonder are essential.
Presence is a portal to transformation.
The Art of Presence approach blends evidence-based coaching, mindfulness, embodiment, and creative practices to help you feel more like yourself—on purpose.
“I help you shine as you remember your worth.”
— Rachel Gilbertson
Coaching Options
Individual or Accountabili-buddy Coaching
Interested in individual coaching or coaching with a friend or partner?
Group Coaching
Join a small, supportive circle of humans exploring how to live with more presence, purpose, and peace.
Find clarity and alignment using your intuition as a compass and your heart as a guide.
Wellbeing Coaching
Empowered. Embodied. Enchanted.
A personalized journey to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom and live with integrity, vitality, and meaning.
Together, we will explore:Clarifying your values and intentions
Reclaiming your voice and vitality
Creating aligned, nourishing habits
Moving through challenges with compassion
Taking inspired action from a place of wholeness
Have questions or want to get started?
Book a free 20-minute “Curiosity & Wonder” Call:
Wellbeing Coaching
Empowered. Embodied. Enchanted.
Empowered – Access Calm, Confident, Clarity knowing you can trust yourself to make big and small decisions that are soul-aligned and heart-centered reclaiming your power in the process.
Rather than help you shrink yourself to fit into other’s expectations, I help you shine as you remember your wholeness and inherent worth. I help you feel confident and comfortable in your own skin as you weave in compassionate practices and build trust with yourself and your intuition.
Embodied – Connect with yourself and others from embodied presence rooted in Compassion. Practicing the Art of Presence creates the conditions for meaning and mattering. Our Inner knowing lives in our bodies, not our minds and requires a level of presence to hear the whispers and feel the nudges.
Rather than restrictive dieting, excessive exercise, and exhaustion as a badge of honor, I support you in nourishing yourself, fueling your body and desires and moving with pleasure, joy and ease in the direction of your dreams while you create space for rest and creativity.
Enchanted - Create space for Creativity, Curiosity, and Courage. To slow down enough to allow a sliver of space for spontaneity, serendipity, synchronicity, and sacred surprises to surface. To get still enough to sense the inklings of intuition that invite us into expansive and enchanting places.
Rather than looking for external validation, I walk alongside you as you tap into your own inner wisdom and intuition to access and trust that wisdom taking inspired action from a place of fullness rather than lack.
Coaching Options:
1-1 Coaching
1-1 Coaching
Investment: $250/month
✔ Includes one 60-minute coaching session and secure client portal access for personalize support between sessions.
✔ Includes access to the Art of Presence framework to align Intention. Attention. Attitude. Action. Impact.
Accountabili-buddy Special
We know the important role that social support plays in wellbeing. Join with a friend or partner to enhance your wellbeing journey.
Buy one, Get one 1/2 off monthly sessions.
Investment: $375/month (or $187.50 each)
✔ Includes monthly 2 hour coaching session and secure client portal access for personalize support between sessions.
✔ Includes access to the Art of Presence framework to align Intention. Attention. Attitude. Action. Impact.
Sessions
I meet you where you’re at … literally.
Meeting options include: in=person, virtual, or by phone. You choose!
Have questions or want to get started?
Book a free 20-minute “Curiosity & Wonder” Call:
Group Coaching
The Art of Presence - 6 Week Experience
Want to discover how to live with more clarity, focus, and purpose and align your energy with your essence?
Join a small, supportive circle of humans exploring how to live with more presence, purpose, and peace. This 6-week coaching program helps you reconnect with what matters most and take inspired, aligned steps forward—personally and professionally.
Together, we’ll dive into my Art of Presence Coaching model—grounded in research and rooted in real life.
Weekly themes include:
Intention – Clarify your why and hopeful impact
Attention – Focus on what matters most
Attitude – Shift your inner landscape
Action – Take aligned, intuitive steps
Action (Part 2) – Sustain momentum with grace
Impact – Recognize your ripple
Each session includes grounding practices, soulful reflection, and practical tools.
Investment: $250 for the full series
✔ Includes 1 individual coaching session and 6 weekly 1-hour webinars
St. Louis County Employees -Eligible for Wellbeing Program reimbursement by attending 6 out of 6 sessions.
Summer Series
August 7th - September 11th
Thursdays 12-1pm CST
Live Sessions Virtual Via Zoom
Limited to 5 participants.
*This session is closed.
Want to be on the waitlist? Contact me for more information or to save your spot.
Alignment
Research has shown that mindful awareness combines Intention, Attention and Attitude (Shapiro et all., 2008).
Through my work with Art of Presence, I’ve built upon this model to also include Action and Impact because when you focus on how you want to be, it changes what you do and how you do it.
The Art of Presence is discovering how these components interact and support one another.
Intention — How do you want to be?
Attention — How do you stay focused on what truly matters?
Attitude — How do you want to feel?
Action — What’s your next inspired step?
Impact — What ripple effects are you creating?
This model bridges inner and outer transformation—
supporting you to show up in every space of your life with clarity and care.
Art of Presence Model Developed by Rachel Gilbertson.
based on research from Shapiro, S.L., Carlson, L.E., Astin, J.A., & Freedman, B. (2006). Mechanisms of Mindfulness. Journal of clinical psychology, 62(3), 373-386.
Join us!
Not ready to sign up for coaching? No problem!
Join us for Mindful Mondays to help cultivate mindful awareness and carve out space for self-reflection.
Mindful Mondays
Grounded & Growing
Cultivate the Art of Presence by tending to, nurturing, and nourishing yourself.
Start off your week with an invitation to pause in order to be intentional about how you want to be as you go about your to-dos.
Summer Session:
Dates: Mondays, June 2nd - August 26 (no session on July 28th)
Time: 12:00 - 12:30 PM* CST
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Cost: Free (Venmo for voluntary offerings shared, no obligation)
All are Welcome!
What It Feels Like to Work With Rachel
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"Rachel is knowledgeable about health coaching. She is an attentive listener who will tailor a program to meet my needs. Rachel is patient and provides valuable information."
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"Rachel helped create the avenue for genuine conversations and connections to others in the group. The 'informal--come as you are--be yourself' approach to the meeting time set the tone for a relaxed, brave-space, non-judgmental supportive environment."
- Group Health Coaching Participant
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"I loved the creative activity. It was surprising to me how invigorating & fun it was. A real positive experience that stayed with me and makes me smile when I see what I made."
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"Rachel is absolutely wonderful! She is a great coach, and offers insight and helps me find ways that I can be successful. A perfect addition to my Health Team! "
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"I'm confident this will continue to assist me in my journey toward positive lifestyle changes.
-Coaching Client
Scope of Practice
It’s not therapy, but being in Unconditional Presence is Therapeutic
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coaches partner with clients seeking self-directed, lasting changes, aligned with their values, which promote health and wellness and, thereby, enhance well- being.
In the course of their work health and wellness coaches display unconditional positive regard for their clients and a belief in their capacity for change, and honoring that each client is an expert on their life, while ensuring that all interactions are respectful and non-judgmental.
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Partner with clients to support self-directed health and wellness goals.
Facilitate behavior change using evidence-based, client-centered methods.
Empower clients by tapping into their personal strengths and resources.
Help set goals, commit to action steps, and stay accountable.
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Coaches serve as accountability partners, not directors.
Focus on encouragement, exploration, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
Support is aligned with any existing treatment plans from healthcare providers.
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Offer evidence-based resources from trusted authorities.
Support implementation of treatment plans when working under licensed professionals.
Work within ethical boundaries, prioritizing the client’s vision and autonomy.
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Diagnose or interpret medical data.
Prescribe or recommend medications or supplements.
Provide psychological therapy or treatment (e.g., CBT, DBT, EMDR).
Give specific nutrition plans.
Offer medical advice or create clinical interventions.
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The NBHWC emphasizes the critical importance of protecting client privacy and health data.
Coaches are expected to follow HIPAA best practices
All coaches are responsible for: Safeguarding client information, Staying informed on applicable laws, Following ethical and legal standards for data confidentiality
Secure Client Portal: Healthie
I use Healthie, a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform, to protect your personal information and provide safe, streamlined virtual coaching. Here’s how Healthie helps me keep your data private and your experience smooth:
🛡️ Committed to Your Privacy
HIPAA-Compliant: Healthie follows strict federal privacy laws to safeguard your health information.
Encrypted Messaging & Video: All communication, including video sessions and messages, is encrypted to protect your confidentiality.
Secure Record Storage: Your records, session notes, and forms are stored securely and privately.
🌐 Safe, Convenient Access
Client Portal: You’ll have a private, secure portal to message me, fill out forms, and access important documents.
Custom Forms & Consents: All intake and consent forms are tailored for you and safely managed within the platform.
📈 Focused on You
Streamlined Experience: Scheduling, billing, and documentation are handled in one secure place—so I can focus more on your care.
Stay Connected: With secure messaging and virtual sessions, I’m here to support your progress every step of the way.
Using Healthie allows me to deliver high-quality coaching while keeping your information safe, secure, and fully confidential.
