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Meet the Coach

Marla is a Health and Wellness Coach, who’s credentials include being a Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Lymphatic Therapist and Expert John Barnes Myofascial Release Therapist. For over 20 years now, Marla owns and is the director of a highly successful Massage and Wellness Center, located in Commack, New York.

 

Working with people from all walks of life, including cancer patients and chronic pain sufferers, Marla is at the forefront of wellness and care on Long Island, with a reputation exceeding her own humble and grounded mentality— to her, she is just the helping hand on a person’s journey to recovery. Her highly passionate approach is one of extreme honesty and introspection, while maintaining her sincerely empathetic and attentive outlook on life.

 

“Trusting”, is a common word you’d hear if her clients and patients had to describe her, and she holds their care in the highest regard.

 

Marla has always been committed to helping people seek health and happiness through touch. She has now extended this commitment to include health coaching, enabling the body to self-correct, if given the right path to go down.

 

Both her massage  therapy and health coaching techniques that she brings to the table are based on the individual; She puts the power of change in your hands. She is your helping hand—a guide, as you choose your own, individual path.

Matters At Hand

Breast Health and Your Best Health

In the blink of an eye, your world is turned upside down, be it real or something you worry about. You can find wellness in the face of illness. We will sort through the wellness options and figure out which ones are for you. Then it will be time to make them happen and incorporate them into your life.

Keep in mind that there are many factors associated with Breast Health. Remember to talk to your healthcare provider about breast cancer screenings.

 

So whether you want to reduce the risk of breast cancer or reduce breast cancer progression, let’s talk.

 

 

Health And Wellness Coaching, LI and Breast Health 

The American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Wall Street Journal have all endorsed health coaching.

 

 

Read Evidence-Based Research Here

 

Wellness Coaching: An Intervention to Increase Healthy Behavior in Breast Cancer Survivors

Breast Cancer and Diet: 10 Foods to Eat (and a Few to Avoid)

For detailed information regarding Breast Cancer Screening recommendations from the CDC for2021: Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines

Crushing Chronic Pain

We will explore your challenges, and brainstorm ways to overcome them and set up realistic, manageable weekly goals based on activities YOU find enriching and enjoy doing!

 

Do flare-ups happen at the worst time or come out of nowhere? Does it take a long time to come back down to your usual pain level? If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired and want to take control of your health and life, then you have come to the right place. I can help you make changes that will alleviate your symptoms so you can achieve a better quality of life. I will be with you to help you create a new normal with fewer flare-ups. You can learn to:

 

» Take back control of your life and health

» Lower the volume when the pain is turned all the way up.

» Create strategies to streamline your life by getting rid of the clutter.

» Implement self-care techniques, distraction techniques and new habits that address your condition.

» Food can inflame. Google it. Healthier eating habits can be simple, yet effective.

» Having hope that life can be great again is not only possible but a natural part of the program.

» Find a sense of calm and peace of mind.

» And of course, lower your pain levels.

 

 

Coaching and Chronic Pain

Read Evidence-Based Research Here

 

Clinical Effectiveness of Lifestyle Health Coaching

Health coaching is effective. Should you try it?

Health and Wellness Matters at Hand
COVID Long haulers and Other Chronic Illness

Overwhelmed is the word I hear most often. Feeling hopeless is a common denominator. Sick and tired of being sick and tired, yet not having the energy to do anything about it.

 

If you are dealing with long haulers/post-acute COVID, fibromyalgia, lupus, migraine, or another chronic condition, you have come to the right place.

 

Know you can:

 

» Once again, take control of your life and health.

» Not be defined by your illness and gain some freedom from your illness.

» Learn to pace yourself and have less flare-ups.

» Get more done with less effort by managing your energy effectively.

» Streamline your life and time by getting rid of the unnecessary clutter.

» Implement self-care techniques. These will help sharpen your sword. “Fill your bowl to the brim and it will spill.

Keep sharpening your knife and it will blunt.” Lao Tzu, a 6th century BC Chinese philosopher, writer and founder of Taoism.

» Food can inflame. Google it. Healthier eating habits can be simple, yet effective.

» Having hope that life can be great again is not only possible but a natural part of the program.

» Find a sense of calm and peace of mind.

» And of course, increase your wellness level

 

 

Coaching and Covid-19 Long haulers and Other Chronic Illness

Read Evidence-Based Research Here

 

Trained Health Coaches for Chronic Disease Prevention or Management:

A Review of Clinical and Cost-Effectiveness and Guidelines [Internet].

The Effectiveness of Health Coaching – VA HSRD – Veterans

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Lymphatic System Loving And Immune System Detox and Boosting

Your lymphatic system cleans your body (including the brain) of cellular waste. When it is functioning properly, it flows with a certain rhythm, cleaning up the garbage, while defending you against infection. When it is compromised… well, let us just start by saying, “Oh Oh!”

 

You know what happens when the garbage is not taken out… You know what happens when you cannot fight an infection– The inflammation this causes is the basis of most diseases. If it is not working properly, fluid can build up in your tissues. Lymphatic system problems can include infections, blockage, and cancer. Chronic inflammation is sometimes “silent,” without symptoms. However, very often a person may also feel tired and generally unwell.

 

A compromised immune system may seriously reduce one’s quality of life. When our immune system fails, it can have a variety of adverse consequences, including a compromised ability to defend us from infections.

 

At the furthest extreme of immune failure, individuals may have an increased rate of certain cancers and the development of autoimmune diseases. Examples of these types of disorders include: rheumatoid arthritis, connective tissue disease such as lupus, Sjogren’s syndrome, multiple sclerosis, diabetes, inflammatory bowel disease, celiac disease, in addition to many poorly understood diseases including chronic fatigue syndrome.

 

Lifestyle changes can help bolster your immune system; it is a fact. You can start making changes today! When you want to feel strong and fight off that feeling of feeling lousy, give us a call!

 

 

There are techniques capable of boosting our immune systems, resulting in improved health and improved quality of life!

 

» When you want to boost your immune system, resulting in improved health and quality of life, but you do not know where to begin, a Health and Wellness Coach just might be what the doctor ordered.

» When you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, a Health and Wellness Coach just might be what the doctor ordered.

» When you know that what you should do, but it is just not what you are doing, a Health and Wellness Coach just might be what the doctor ordered.

» When you want a partner to help you gain the knowledge, skills, tools and confidence to reach your health goals, a Health and Wellness Coach just might be what the doctor ordered.

» When you want to feel and even look better and are ready to incorporate the lymphatic system into your health plan, let’s talk! Understanding and maintaining the lymphatic system is life-changing!

 

Health And Wellness Coaching and the Lymphatic System And Immune System

The American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and more have all endorsed health coaching. 

 

 

 

Read Evidence-Based Research Here:

 

How to boost your immune system

Maintaining a Healthy Immune System – Cleveland Clinic

Potential Approaches to Improving Lymphatic Function in Rheumatic Diseases: New and Ancient

Lymphatic Function in Autoimmune Diseases

Health and Wellness Matters at Hand
Finding your calm in a world of uncertainty: The Art of Relaxation

It should be easy to find a little time for yourself, but it’s not. You know how important deep breathing is, but finding time for it, has not happened. Meditation instead of medications sounds wonderful, but how to make this change is the question.

 

Chronic stress may be responsible for as much as 90% of all doctor visits in the U. S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. When stress hormones like cortisol remain present for too long, they can cause disruptions that lead to premature aging, heart conditions, and other issues.

 

You want to slow down, rest and relax, trim your to-do list, and you want to count to 10 before responding and yet you react because you can’t even get to number 1, but you just don’t know how or even where to begin to accomplish this.

 

Well, this might be the time to look for a partner to help you gain the knowledge, skills, tools and confidence to reach your health goals. A Health and Wellness Coach just might be what the doctor ordered!

So, if you are ready to take your control back, let’s talk.

 

Health And Wellness Coaching and the and The Art Of Relaxation

The American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and more have all endorsed health coaching.

 

 

Read Evidence-Based Research Here

 

Clinical Effectiveness of Lifestyle Health Coaching – NCBI – NIH

Health coaching is effective. Should you try it?

Study finds wellness coaching benefits last over time

Health and Wellness Matters at Hand
How to Nurture Your Body with Food, Movement and More in an Easy to Digest Way

We are all on a journey. Sometimes the path gets dark, and we need a light. The road may get confusing, and we need a guide. The terrain gets unfamiliar and rocky, and we need some tools to make it clear and easier to navigate.

 

Your journey is unique. A Health and Wellness Coach is your guide on the side. You set the pace and the goals.

 

For most people it is not about “why” they want to improve their health, energy, confidence, or weight concerns but “how” to go about achieving these goals. A Health and Wellness Coach just might be what the doctor ordered!

So, if you are ready to take your control back, let’s talk

 

Sessions may address nutrition, stress management, fitness, weight, managing a chronic illness, or other health-related goals and you will ultimately work to create healthy habits, increase energy levels, and feel great in your body.

 

Health And Wellness Coaching and the and How To Nurture Your Body With Food, Movement And More

The American Medical Association, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and more have all endorsed health coaching. 

 

 

Read Evidence-Based Research Here

 

A Qualitative Study of How Health Coaches Support Patients

4 reasons why health coaching works

Preventing Chronic Disease | Patient Satisfaction and Perceived Success with a Telephonic Health Coaching Program

Health and Wellness Matters at Hand

Common Concerns

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When you need to

Lower your blood pressure

Done taking it with a grain of salt? Even thinking about raises it? Not sure how to begin some lifestyle changes? You know what you need to do...

I can help you with the how to do it
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When you need to

Lose weight

It’s a heavy load to carry alone. So many diets, opinions, past mistakes!

Let me show you how
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When you need to

Exercise more or begin an exercise program

Where to begin? How much time is there in a day? How do I get past the aches and pains?

Let’s start with one step at a time
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When you need to

Start with a healthy eating plan

Are you confused by so many nutrition advice out there? Eating a healthy meal is not about strict limitations, staying fit, or depriving yourself of the foods you love. it’s about improving your health, feeling great, having energy and boosting your mood. Nothing tastes as good as happy feels!

Let's start a plan to stick to a healthy diet
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When you need to

Adequate sleep

A good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your health. In fact, it’s just as important as eating healthy and exercising. Unfortunately, there’s a lot that can interfere with natural sleep patterns. People are now sleeping less than they did in the past, and sleep quality has decreased as well. You can do this with your eyes closed!

Let me show you the way!
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When you need to

Fight fatigue

Sick and tired of being sick and tired? Do you feel that, “My get up and go , got up and went?” Overwhelmed by what to try next? Feel empowered again!

Let’s get you the right tools!
He who has health, has hope. And he, who has hope, has everything. – Arabian Proverb
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What is called genius is the abundance of life and health. – Henry David Thoreau
It’s going to be a journey. It’s not a sprint to get in shape. – Kerri Walsh Jennings
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This is your journey, your body, your mind, and your spirit. Dig deep, own it and start doing things for you and by you. – Anonymous
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Health isn’t about being ‘perfect’ with food or exercise or herbs. Health is about balancing those things with your desires. It’s about nourishing your spirit as well as your body. – Golda Poretsky
As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words but to live by them. – John F. Kennedy
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