Lifestyle Coaching
Our Lifestyle Coaches have diverse backgrounds and expertise to help guide you with your wellness journey. You can meet with a Coach to set a goal, check-in on your progress, discuss challenges, and help with motivation.
Get Support Where You Need it Most
Topics that you can discuss include:
- Sleep Hygiene
- Staying Motivated
- Stress Management
- Work-life Balance
- Nutrition
- Physical Activity
20-minute appointments available. All appointments are conducted on Microsoft Teams. Participants can choose to have their video on or off.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is a Lifestyle Coach?
A Lifestyle Coach is not a nutritionist or a personal trainer. They are trained healthcare professionals, educated in health topics including nutrition, fitness and weight loss. They specialize in helping you set a wellness goal and providing you with tools to succeed and stay motivated.
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Will my (boss/co-workers) know what I talk to my coach about?
No, the conversations you have with your coach are 100% private and confidential.
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What kind of commitment is required of me if I want to see a Lifestyle Coach?
You can choose to see a Lifestyle Coach one time to get you started, but most people benefit from 2-4 sessions to check-in on their progress.
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What should I expect to happen in a coaching session?
You will meet with your coach and discuss your current health challenge or goals. From there, you’ll decide what you would like to focus on and together create a plan to reach your goals.
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How much does it cost?
It’s free! This benefit is accessible to all employees and retirees of the City and County of San Francisco, through the San Francisco Health Service System’s Well-Being program.
Lifestyle Coaching is also available through many of our health plans. Check out the resources available to provide you support through your health plan.
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How do I sign up?
For more information about our next Lifestyle Coaching opportunity, visit our SFHSS Events Calendar!
Lifestyle Coaches
Simon Bhangal, BS
Health Educator
Simon Bhangal is a dynamic Health Educator with many years of experience dedicated to empowering individuals and communities to lead healthier lives. Holding a B.S. in Health Education from San Jose State University School of Public Health, he specializes in translating complex health concepts into accessible, actionable guidance. Simon has delivered engaging workshops and seminars on various topics, advocating for well-being, and is known for his ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Beyond leading workshops and speaking engagements, he actively engages in community outreach and advocacy. Simon brings an inspiring message of health and wellness, motivating individuals to take charge of their well-being and make lasting changes.
Kathleen Helsing
MPH
Kathleen earned her bachelor’s degree in Nutrition from the University of California, Berkeley and her master’s degree in Public Health from Boston University. She has worked for a variety of health organizations including the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, American Cancer Society, San Jose State University Student Health Center, Aetna US Healthcare, Health Net and Healthtrac. Kathleen is a published author and has written numerous fitness, weight loss and nutrition implementation kits for the worksite. In addition to being a Health Educator at Kaiser Permanente, she is a certified Childbirth Educator and Lactation Educator Counselor, and teaches childbirth preparation, infant care and breastfeeding classes. She also co-facilitates a new mom’s support group and mentors mothers of twins. Kathleen enjoys swimming, running, bicycling, walking her dogs, traveling and watching her daughters compete as synchronized swimmers.