Name: Emma Francis
Address: GB

Question 1

What is health coaching?

Accepted Answer

Health coaching is a client-led, collaborative process that aims to promote self-management and self-empowerment when it comes to your health. I’m here to support you in building the knowledge, tools, and self-belief needed to take charge of your own health. To guide you through your health journey with practical insights into nutrition, stress, movement, environmental toxins, mindset and the foundations of health.I can help you understand your health, symptoms and body to make long-term sustainable changes. I offer encouragement, accountability and a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore what’s really going on for you. I believe the answers already lie within you, my role is to help you reconnect with your body’s wisdom and bring clarity to your path.

Question 2

What is in scope for a health coach?

Accepted Answer

My role is to support and empower you through personalised, non-clinical guidance. I can:Give dietary advice and educationHelp clients build self-awareness and reconnect with their body's needs and signalsGuide clients with detoxification methodsSupport with stress-management and nervous system tools like sound therapy and somatic stress releaseOffer advice in lifestyle, family or work problems impacting your healthGuide behavioural changes and habit shifts that align with your health goalsCreate personalised health and lifestyle plans based on your symptoms, goals, and unique physiology as part of a collaborative coaching processProvide accountability, encouragement and a safe space to explore your health

Question 3

What is included in a health and lifestyle action plan?

Accepted Answer

A health and lifestyle plan includes:Your personal 'tracker' to stay on track with the changesYour health goalsActions to be takenSupporting information and resources - dietary advice, recipe inspiration, stress-management tools, books or podcasts

Question 4

What is HTMA testing?

Accepted Answer

HTMA testing is a non-invasive screening tool that involves sending a sample of hair to test your tissue mineral levels. The process of sending off your hair sample and receiving your results from a qualified nutritional therapist takes several weeks.It provides insights into how your body is coping with stress, your mineral levels and whether your current nutrition and lifestyle habits are working for you. This functional test allows us to tailor your plan with deeper insights, so we can make informed, sustainable changes together. Once we receive the results, we can schedule your initial consultation, deep-dive into your symptoms, body and goals and co-create a plan.

Question 5

What can we work on in 1:1 coaching calls on the 3 month program?

Accepted Answer

On the 3 or 6 month coaching program, we will work on anything that is important to you and your health. I'm here to listen, educate and help you find a path forward. This might include:The basics of nutrition, reducing processed foods, reading food labels, antioxidants and simple shifts to transform your energyBlood sugar balanceHormone healthGut health and digestionCircadian rhythmEnvironmental toxins and detoxification methodsSleepMineralsStress managementSlowing down - as health isn't always about doing moreMindset, self-love and self-belief, uncovering limiting beliefs holding you back

Question 6

What is a sound bath and what can I expect?

Accepted Answer

​Sound therapy is a therapeutic practice that uses sound vibrations to bring the body and mind into balance. Using instruments like singing bowls, gongs and chimes to create frequencies that slow brainwave activity, it gently guides you into a deeply meditative, restorative state.In this relaxed state, it can help to lower stress, regulate the nervous system and allow the body to begin to repair. Over time sound healing can support a greater sense of clarity, resilience and inner peace. It’s a powerful yet non-invasive way to support your wellbeing.Many people integrate sound healing into their wellness routine to:Reduce stress and anxietyImprove sleepSupport emotional processingEase physical tension and painFeel more groundedReconnect with themselves

Question 7

Are there any health precautions for sound healing?

Accepted Answer

While sound healing is beneficial for many, it is not recommended for certain health conditions (e.g., severe tinnitus, epilepsy, pregnancy in the first trimester or pacemakers).

Emma Francis

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