438-What Our Students Have to Say About The Non-Diet Coaching Certification

by | Sep 29, 2025

 

Are you curious what it really feels like to be inside the Non-Diet Coaching Certification? In this episode of the podcast, I take a step back and let my students lead the way. I invited several current cohort members to share their real, unfiltered experiences with you.

Whether you’re on the fence about joining or simply want to know what makes this certification so different, you’ll want to tune in. My students answered YOUR questions—the ones you submitted on Instagram. From why they chose this program to the biggest changes they’ve experienced, their stories are powerful.

This isn’t just about learning to be a coach. It’s about doing the inner work, showing up as your full self, and building the confidence to guide others. And yes, for most of them, it was their very first podcast episode!

 

Real Talk From Real Students

Each student came with a unique story. We had executive coaches, personal trainers, herbalists, and even long-time therapists. Despite their different backgrounds, they all had one thing in common: a desire to create a new kind of coaching practice rooted in values, integrity, and impact.

Some chose this program because other certifications felt too broad or didn’t align with their beliefs. Others were drawn in by a gut feeling. What they all discovered is that the Non-Diet Coaching Certification doesn’t just teach skills—it changes how you see yourself and your clients.

 

Confidence Through Transformation

One student said it best: “I didn’t know what I didn’t know.” Many came in thinking they had done “the work” already. What they found was a deeper layer waiting to be uncovered. Whether it was about body image, self-worth, or coaching presence, every student said their confidence grew immensely through the self-coaching work built into the program.

This certification is designed so that you become the first client. You apply the method on yourself first. That’s where the magic happens. It’s not just about gaining knowledge—it’s about embodying it.

 

Business and Coaching, Together

Students also shared how surprised they were at the business support included. From tools to templates to strategies, this isn’t a course that leaves you wondering what to do next. You’re guided step by step, so you can launch a practice that reflects your voice, your values, and your mission.

 

Timeline Highlights

[1:00] – Meet the cohort: diverse backgrounds and big dreams
[5:20] – Why each student chose the Non-Diet Coaching Certification
[14:00] – What surprised them most once they started the program
[22:00] – How their confidence grew personally and professionally
[28:30] – What they’d say to someone feeling unsure about joining
[36:00] – Final words of wisdom from each student

 

What You’ll Learn Listening to This Episode:

  • Why our students chose this certification over others
  • What sets the Non-Diet Coaching Certification apart
  • How students experienced deep personal transformation
  • What confidence looks like when it’s embodied, not just taught

 

Mentioned in the Show:

Non-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist

 

Connect With Our Guests:

Norma Trevino
Executive and Life Coach
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Elena Rossi
Weight-Neutral Herbalist & Cognitive Behaviour Coach
Elena’s website
Connect with Elena on Instagram

Amber Gage
Non-diet & Body Image Coach
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Kate Staunton
Cognitive therapist and coach
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Caroline Klemens
Caroline’s website
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Podcast Stephanie Dodier

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I’m Stephanie Dodier. I am a non-diet nutritionist, educator, and feminist business leader challenging everything we’ve been taught about food, health, and coaching. I help health professionals & coaches confidently coach nutrition and health without co-opting diet culture.

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