Ann Gibson

Certified Holistic Health Counselor, AADP

Could one conversation change your life?

When was the last time you talked with someone about your health and received the personal attention you deserve?  It's rare for anyone to get an hour to work on their nutrition and goals with a trained professional. As a health counselor, I am here to create a supportive environment while we explore what really works for you.

Health Counseling is a unique, exciting innovation in health and nutrition - - best be described as a holistic blend of personal growth and nutrition counseling , all rolled into one! It integrates “ primary food ” - - the non-edibles in our lives that nourish us such as relationships, career, nature, spirituality, exercise, and joy - - with “ secondary food ” - - what we actually eat and drink, in order to create greater harmony and overall health in one's life.

No one diet fits all. People are unique, so I practice “ bio-individuality ,” guiding you to find the food and lifestyle choices that best support you. I coach you to make gradual, lifelong changes that enable you to reach your current and future health goals in a flexible and fun process, creating more space for peace and joy.

What clients are saying . . .

"Ann Gibson is a genuinely caring person, whose insights and wisdom can touch a persons' core. Her vision and depth make it a wonderful experience as she gently supports, teaches and shares her knowledge of nutrition, spirituality and life's adventures of change and growth. I have been honored to have her as my friend , as well as guide (coach)." - S. Johnston

"You are like an angel that swoops in...I really enjoyed our conversation.  You touched on some very important growth areas for me.  You are smart, compassionate about health and a good listener." - L. Siegel

“Having had a long-term illness, where I vacillated in & out of disability, my spirits, my trust, &, my hope had been worn quite thin by all the worries & struggles. When consulting with Ann, I felt immediate relief. I have noticed that she really has a gift for saying the perfect words to bring me comfort & understanding. She actually pulled me out of a negative head space & I've been doing better ever since. I've also noticed that she gives me knowledge that I recognize as higher truths & I find that very grounding. She truly has a gift.” - H.A. Luttrell

"Ann has been a wise, knowledgeable resource for her alternative nutrient programs.  I have more clarity in my thinking, and even more balance in my life choices, as a result of her timely and profoundly knowledgeable expertise." - Don Shields, PhD

Education & Experience

Ann Gibson comes to us from the Institute for Integrated Nutrition's certification program in Holistic Health Counseling, accredited through Teacher's College of Columbia University . Upon graduation in June, she will be a member of the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP). Ann followed a rather circuitous route from her early studies as a biologist to her practice as a health coach today. It started in 1990, when she graduated from Tulane University with a BS in Biology. She spent the next several years flying a helicopter over hill and dale, exploring the globe's people and places on a quest for understanding the human condition and its interconnectedness. After a decade of exploration and service, she decided to return to grad school for an MS in Social Sciences with a focus in Experiential Education and Wildlife Biology from the University of Washington . She then spent a few years as a guide for adventure travel, experiential education and outdoor education programs ( Backroads and The Traveling School ), returning to education to teach biology and nutrition at Stevenson School , in Pebble Beach, California. All the while, Ann endured a personal 20-year health challenge that took her to the depths of illness and healing, coming out completely restored and awake to the importance of addressing the whole person (physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual) to create sustainable balance . Combined with an internship as a “kitchen angel” at the Living Light Culinary Institute , it became clear that her passion lay in the interconnectedness of wellness - - holistic health -- and she enrolled in the Institute for Integrated Nutrition . She is also currently studying to complete her Comprehensive Iridology & Applied Nutrition certificate .

Philosophy

May you be happy. May you be healthy. May you be free.

It is my mission to empower and inspire my clients to create extraordinary lives for themselves by teaching them to build their own intuition about nutrition and to expand the possibilities for peace and joy in their lives.

Your personalized program will radically improve your health and happiness. Together, we will explore concerns specific to you and your body and discover the tools you need for a lifetime of balance.

BENEFITS . . .  

•  Revitalize! -- Increase energy & vitality

•  Feel better in your body

•  Understand and reduce cravings

•  Improve personal relationships 

•  Optimize your diet

•  Break the sugar addiction

•  Balance the ups and downs

•  Improve chronic ailments

•  Stop worrying and start living

•  Learn easy & fun cooking & shopping techniques

YOUR PROGRAM INCLUDES . . .  

•  Two 50-minute sessions per month - - by phone or in person, your choice

•  E-mail support between sessions

•  Books, CDs, handouts and other materials

•  Food samples and self-care products

•  A monthly newsletter

•  Monthly teleclasses and seminars on special topics

Personal Interests

I dig anything that has to do with this thing we call “life” - - the entangled essence of being a presence on this journey here on earth. I have enjoyed a lifelong passion for nature, health, nutrition, and serving people in various settings and careers ranging from teaching, adventure travel guiding, piloting helicopters, and the ecstasy of working in a raw food kitchen. I find deep inner peace in a personal spiritual practice and the beautiful individuals who grace my days.

Could one conversation change your life?

Contact me to schedule your FREE initial 45-minute consultation ($50 value) & get started on your path to vibrant health. We'll discuss your health goals & concerns, as well as your diet, health history, & the role that physical, emotional, & creative factors play in your life & your relationship with food. During this comprehensive health evaluation you will come to have a clearer understanding of where your imbalances lie & how to address them.