Transforming Sleep Health: Key Coaching Insights With Shonda Palmer

In this episode of the Health and Wellness Coach Journal Podcast, Dr. Jessica Singh interviews Shonda Palmer, NBC-HWC, founder of Shonda Palmer Wellness. She is a triple-certified Chopra well-being coach with expertise in meditation, Ayurvedic health, and lifestyle medicine. Additionally, she serves as faculty at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, is a certified sleep coach for an award-winning app, and frequently contributes as a consultant to startups. In her conversation with Dr. Singh, Shonda discusses how a significant career change led her to become a sleep coach for a prominent meditation app, despite her own struggles with insomnia. She openly talks about her experiences with imposter syndrome, revealing that while assisting clients with their sleep issues, she also found herself using the same techniques she taught them, ultimately overcoming her insomnia. Shonda offers a deep dive into the world of sleep coaching, offering practical wisdom for coaches and healthcare providers alike, and discusses the importance of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia. Shonda’s story and expertise illustrate how authentic coaching inspires change and fosters genuine healing. Listen in to learn how coaches and healthcare providers can harness the benefits of sleep coaching to assist clients and patients in achieving healthier, more balanced lives. For detailed show notes, references and information to connect with Shonda Palmer, visit: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/blog/Transforming-Sleep-Health-Key-Coaching-Insights-With-Shonda-Palmer   To be notified of new episodes, subscribe here: https://www.centerforhealthandwellnesscoaches.com/stay-connected Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:16 - Shonda’s Journey Into Sleep Coaching 4:00 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 5:31 - Healing From Insomnia 7:03 - Walking The Talk And Empathy In Coaching 9:00 - Sleep Coaching As A Niche And Scope Of Practice 16:46 - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy For Insomnia 22:42 - Insights On The Impact Of Text-based Coaching 29:25 - Takeaways