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Christie Hallihan, Health Coach
Christie Hallihan is the BETTER YOU Membership Program director and health coach. With over 20 years of experience, Christie is a passionate health advocate dedicated to empowering individuals on their journey to optimal wellness. As a Certified Food as Medicine and Raw Food Chef, she guides clients towards achieving weight loss and better gut health.
Health and Wellness Coach, BETTER YOU Membership Program Coach, 3 Week Gut Renewal JumpstartSpecialty
With compassion and deep understanding, Christie strives to empower individuals to reclaim their strength, energy, and joy. Her work is a testament to the healing potential and holistic well-being that comes from nutrition and consistent small changes, making profound life changes accessible to everyone she engages with. Practice Philosophy
BETTER YOU Membership Coach; 3 Week Gut Renewal Jumpstart; Raw Food Workshops; in addition to Gut Health, Chronic Stress, Whole Food Nutrition, Lifestyle Changes and Oral Health See Coach Christie's CALENDAR of EVENTS Area of Focus
About Christie has done this through conducting hundreds of workshops, lunch and learns, speaking engagements and individual sessions. She has been quoted in several newspaper articles and participated in DUKE’s Red Dress Tea Event. Christie's unique methodology combines her own experiences and extensive expertise with a deep understanding of her clients' needs, helping them transition from stress to strength. Her focus on cultivating energy, vitality, and wholeness empowers clients to rejuvenate and thrive, embracing a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle. In her new role at NIHA as a Health Coach for the BETTER YOU program, Christie is thrilled to extend her expertise and compassionate guidance to a broader audience. She is committed to inspiring positive change and fostering a community of wellness and resilience. Christie is very passionate about helping women who have had trauma and continues to be on a speaker panel at a Women’s Summit 4 times a year. Driven by the belief that everyone has the potential to live a vibrant, healthy life, Christie is dedicated to helping her clients unlock that potential. Formal Training/Education NOVA 1992- Associates of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene 2005-Certified Raw Food Chef Mind Body Green 2023- Health Coach 2024-Certified Food as Medicine Related Links: BETTER YOU Membership Program Client Testimonials The class I took with Christie to learn how to get started with raw food eating exceeded my expectations on all levels. The demos and Christie is a treasure trove of knowledge when it comes to Healthy Diets and Wellness. Her genuine care for everyone is evident, as she strives to empower us to live our lives to their fullest potential. Patti I attended Christie's class because I was not enjoying food, was gaining weight year after year, and was always eating my meals cold or in a mad rush after serving the kids. Eating was stressful, meal planning was stressful, and at 42 I felt I was running out of time and energy. All the science made sense, but the great part for me was the food tasted good! I don't have any desire to count carbs/calories or anything else! The bottom line is, I lost weight, especially in my stomach, which after two kids I thought was hopeless.I felt calm and relaxed almost immediately! I was less angry and less crazy. I don't know why but that is now the biggest benefit to me. Christie is a great resource, she demystified the kitchen and introduced me to greens I never thought I would eat in a million years! Thanks to eating a more raw diet I am looking forward to my next forty years rather than dreading the decline. Maggie Additional Info
With over 20 years of experience, Christie is a passionate health advocate dedicated to transforming lives. As a Certified Food as Medicine and Raw Food Chef, she has guided countless individuals to overcome chronic stress, shed stubborn pounds, and boost their energy levels through innovative approaches to gut health, balanced nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
tasting were so much fun and gave me the confidence to try this way of preparing food and eating at home. I highly recommend her classes. Rayna Qui