Maria Benzo, PCC, MD, MS, is currently working in behavioral research at Mayo Clinic, delivering health and wellness coaching to medical patients. With experience in Medicine, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Maria is able to leverage these theories to design and implement integral coaching interventions and trainings. She is passionate about the dissemination and implementation of Coaching, Positive Psychology, and Lifestyle Medicine. Through health coaching initiatives, Maria is actively working to improve individuals’ emotional well-being, health outcomes, and quality of life.
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Advances in Health Coaching Research
This session reviews current research on chronic illness coaching for patients with chronic conditions. Explore foundational frameworks in health coaching, factors that enhance patient engagement, and key determinants that contribute to positive outcomes in managing chronic illness.