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Thinking about becoming a non-diet coach? Hear directly from the women inside the program!In this episode, I hand the mic over to my current students in Cohort 12 of the Non-Diet Coaching Certification.They’re answering YOUR questions and sharing their unfiltered experiences—from why they joined, to how their confidence and coaching has evolved.Whether you're exploring this path or just curious about what makes this certification unique, this is the episode you need to hear.No fluff, no filter—just real talk.Here's what you'll learn:Why our students chose the Non-Diet Coaching CertificationHow they’re growing both personally and professionallyWhat surprised them most once inside the programWhat makes this certification unlike anything elseMentioned in the show:Non-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist: https://bit.ly/ndccpodcastsnConnect with our guests: Norma TrevinoExecutive and Life CoachConnect with Norma on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ntrevino/Elena RossiWeight-Neutral Herbalist & Cognitive

Feel lost when starting with a new non-diet client? This episode gives you the exact tool and steps to confidently assess them.Whether you're brand-new to non-diet coaching or making the shift from a weight-focused model, this mini training will help you build clarity, structure, and trust in your coaching sessions.I’m walking you through the Non-Diet Coaching Assessment Tool — and yes, it’s totally free. You’ll learn how to use this powerful resource to assess mindset, eating behavior, and body image in a way that supports real, lasting change.Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:How to confidently assess new non-diet clientsWhy doing assessments live creates stronger coaching relationshipsHow to use assessments to personalize coaching goalsWhy mindset, eating behavior, and body image are essential pillars of non-diet workMentioned in the show:Non-Diet Coaching Client Assessment Tool: https://bit.ly/podcastsnassessmentFree Guide: What To Say When Clients Want to Lose Weight: https://www.stephaniedodier.c

What if your client gains weight—and wants to quit?This is one of the toughest moments you’ll face as a non-diet coach. But it doesn’t have to shake your confidence.In this episode, I’m sharing how to confidently coach through weight gain without ever selling a diet—and without losing your client.You’ll learn:Why weight gain isn’t the real problemHow to meet your client in their fear (without fixing or freezing)The 7-step coaching process to move clients from panic to peaceWhat to say when clients catastrophize their weightTools to stay grounded and confident as a coachMentioned in the show:Non-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist: https://bit.ly/ndccpodcastsnFree Guide - What to Say When Clients Want to Lose Weight: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/guideWeight-Neutral Coaching Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/

Is it really possible to coach health without diet culture? The answer is yes — and in this episode, I show you how.I break down what it means to take a weight-neutral approach to health and why it’s essential for creating lasting behavior change. You’ll learn eight practical strategies to help clients improve their health without focusing on weight or restrictive food rules.Whether you’re a coach, dietitian, or fitness professional, this conversation will give you a new framework to support clients with compassion and sustainability.Mentioned in the show:Non-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist: https://bit.ly/ndccpodcastsnFree Guide - What to Say When Clients Want to Lose Weight: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/guideWeight-Neutral Coaching Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/Research Health At Every Size approach: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4386524/Research on weight neutral approach to health: https://pubmed.ncbi

What if your client wants to lose weight—but you don’t coach weight loss?In this episode, I’m giving you the exact tools and mindset shifts to navigate that moment with confidence and compassion.You’ll learn how to coach through the desire to lose weight—without gaslighting your client or abandoning your non-diet values.We’ll explore where this desire comes from and how to respond in a way that builds trust and drives real behavior change.You’ll learn:Why the desire to lose weight is a thought—not a factHow to uncover what’s really behind your client’s weight loss goalsThe truth about “putting weight loss on the back burner”What to say when a client says, “But I need to lose weight”Why intrinsic motivators create lasting health changesThe one question that changed my life—and how it can shift your client’s journey tooA free script you can use in your next client sessionMentioned in the show:1. In a study of midlife women, those exercising for weight loss walked 2.5x less than those motivated by stress relief

Behavior change doesn’t start with a fix—it starts with understanding.If you’ve ever felt stuck trying to help your clients change their habits, this episode is your breakthrough.I’m sharing the #1 mistake most coaches make—and how to shift your approach to create lasting change without trying to “fix” your clients.You’ll learn a simple, powerful 4-step method to coach behavior change that actually sticks.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why fix-it coaching leads to short-term changeHow behavior is created from thoughts and emotionsWhat a weight-neutral, sustainable approach looks like6 coaching questions to uncover a client’s inner storyThe role of compassion and safety in lasting transformationWhy cognitive behavioral coaching is the future of wellnessMentioned in the show:Non-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist: https://bit.ly/ndccpodcastsn Non-Diet Coaching Client Assessment Tool: https://bit.ly/podcastsnassessment Weight-Neutral Coaching Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work W

Feel like you're not ready to coach? You're not alone—and this episode is your turning point.If you're waiting to feel ready before you start coaching, you're likely stuck in a cycle of doubt, perfectionism, and overthinking.In this episode, I walk you through the exact steps to build confidence, take action, and finally feel ready to coach—no matter where you're starting from.You’ll learn:Why waiting to feel “ready” is keeping you stuckWhat coaching really is—and isn’tThe biggest mindset blocks holding aspiring coaches backA 6-step process to feel ready and take action nowTools to shift your mindset and create real belief in yourselfMentioned in the show:Self-discovery Questions (as cited in the episode)What experiences have shaped my desire to coach?Think about times you've naturally taken on a coaching role, mentored others, or felt fulfilled by helping someone learn or grow.What challenges have I overcome that have given me valuable insights that can help others?Personal challenges can be powerful motivat

Struggling to feel confident in your non-diet coaching sessions?You’re not alone—and the good news is, there’s a repeatable way to coach with ease and clarity.In this episode, I show you how to coach behaviors (not bodies) with a powerful structure that gets results.You’ll learn how to:How to move from “educator” to “coach,” and finally feel legit marketing your work.Why the coaching structure sits above the processThe 3 phases to organize your coaching programsMentioned in the show:Non-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist: https://bit.ly/ndccpodcastsnNon-Diet Client Assessment Tool: https://bit.ly/podcastsnassessmentWeight-Neutral Coaching Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/Work with me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/

What if emotional eating isn’t something to stop—but something to understand?In this episode, I reveal why emotional eating is not a personal flaw and how coaches can finally support clients without using diet culture tools.You'll learn:Why emotional eating is a normal, valid responseThe real reason it’s not a “problem” to solveHow to coach without reinforcing guilt or shameTwo powerful coaching questions to use with clientsMentioned in the show:Research on eating behavior spectrum and body dissatisfaction: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/234646541_Preventing_a_Continuum_of_Disordered_Eating_Going_beyond_the_IndividualNon-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/waitlistNon-Diet Coaching Client Assessment Tool: https://bit.ly/podcastsnassessmentWeight-Neutral Coaching Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/

Feeling overwhelmed by GLP-1 questions from clients? Here’s how to coach without compromising your values.GLP-1 drugs are everywhere right now.As non-diet professionals, we need to lead with confidence—not confusion.This episode breaks down exactly how to support your clients with clarity, neutrality, and integrity.No food policing. No shame. Just powerful, informed coaching.What you’ll learn in this episode:How to coach around GLP-1 without reinforcing diet cultureWays to support client autonomy in decision-makingA framework for deeper conversations on body image and healthTools to guide clients in making informed, values-based choicesMentioned in the show:Ragen Chastain Substack: https://weightandhealthcare.substack.com/Ragen Chastain- Analyzing Claims of GLP-1 Health Benefits: https://weightandhealthcare.substack.com/p/analyzing-claims-of-glp-1-healthMSSI Informed Consent handout: https://sizeinclusivemedicine.org/glp1/Non-Diet Coaching Certification Waitlist: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/non-diet-coach

Join me, Stephanie Dodier, a non-diet nutritionist and educator, in the It's Beyond The Food podcast for coaches and health professionals aiming to challenge traditional coaching methods. This show focuses on coaching health behaviors without emphasizing body size, rooted in weight-neutral practices and genuine coaching skills. In the first episode of the season, I dive into discussing weight with clients confidently and effectively, offering practical tools and honest conversations absent from conventional coaching programs.

If you freeze when clients talk about weight... this episode is your guide. Learn how to hold powerful, non-diet conversations that actually support healing—not harm.Here’s what you’ll learn:How to stop avoiding weight conversations in coachingWhy over-intellectualizing can shut down your clientThe exact questions that uncover what’s really driving weight concernsHow to shift from fixing bodies to transforming beliefsMentioned in the show:Non-Diet Coaching Certification WaitlistNon-Diet Coaching Client Assessment ToolWeight-Neutral Coaching TrainingWork With Me

Food noise isn’t a flaw—it’s often a trauma response. GLP-1s claim to silence food noise. But what if the root issue isn’t hunger… it’s harm? In this episode, I sit down with non-diet dietitian + therapist Julie Duffy Dillon to unpack the truth about food noise and diet trauma. What you’ll learn: • Why food noise is often a symptom of diet trauma • How to help clients reconnect with their food voice • Why intuitive eating must be adapted—not prescribed • What it means to prioritize healing over nutrition Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/   Connect with our guest: Book - Julie Duffy Dillon: https://www.amazon.com/Find-Voice-Julie-Duffy-Dillon/dp/139981365X/ Facebook - Julie Duffy Dillon: https://www.facebook.com/FoodVoiceRD

Menopause changes your body—but that doesn’t mean it’s broken.  Weight gain in menopause isn’t something to “fix.” It’s normal, expected, and not a sign that you’re doing anything wrong. In this episode, I chat with Jenn Salib Huber to unpack the science, ditch the fear, and talk about what really supports health in midlife. What you’ll learn: ✔️ Why weight gain in menopause is not your fault ✔️ How hormones impact metabolism and fat distribution ✔️ The truth about protein, strength training & muscle loss ✔️ How to help clients shift from weight loss to real health   Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/   Connect with our guest: Website - Dr. Jenn Huber: https://www.menopausenutritionist.ca/links Instagram - Dr. Jenn Huber: https://www.instagram.com/menopause.nutritionist/ Facebook - Dr Jenn Huber: https://www.facebook.com/DrJennND

Most health pros weren’t trained to help clients with body image. But ignoring it? That’s a missed opportunity for real transformation. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to integrate body image coaching without overhauling your entire practice. What You’ll Learn: ✔️ How to start body image conversations without overwhelming clients ✔️ A simple screening tool to assess body image struggles ✔️ Practical strategies to weave this work into your existing coaching   Mentioned in the show: Studies on Body Dissatisfaction Role of body dissatisfaction in the onset and maintenance of eating pathology: a synthesis of research findings: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12445588/ Dieting and disordered eating behaviors from adolescence to young adulthood: findings from a 10-year longitudinal study: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21703378/ Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/

Many people believe that thought reframing is the key to healing body image struggles. But I don’t support this approach. While it may offer short-term relief, it doesn’t create lasting change. In this episode, I break down why thought reframing leads to self-gaslighting—and what actually works for real, lasting body image healing. What you’ll learn: ✅ Why thought reframing isn’t enough for body image healing ✅ How self-gaslighting keeps you (and your clients) stuck ✅ The 3-step process to create real, lasting body image change ✅ The key difference between temporary fixes and true healing Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/  

Your Clients Want MORE From You—Are You Ready to Deliver?  Clients today don’t just want tips and quick fixes. They want real transformation—and that requires deeper coaching. This week on It’s Beyond The Food, I’m sharing a powerful 3-step model that will help you take your coaching to the next level. In this episode, you’ll learn how to: ✅ Guide clients through frustration & resistance with ease ✅ Help them process emotions instead of just giving “fixes” ✅ Become a more effective & confident coach Mentioned in the show: Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/

The Non-Diet Coaching Industry is Changing… Are You Ready? The coaching space is shifting fast. What worked a few years ago won’t cut it in 2025. If you want a thriving, sustainable coaching business, you need to adapt NOW. In this episode, I break down five key predictions that will shape the future of non-diet coaching. What you’ll learn listening to this episode: Why self-paced, evergreen programs without live support are becoming obsolete How specialization (not just niching) will set you apart in a crowded industry The role of AI in coaching and how to use it without losing authenticity Why profitability, not volume, is the future of a sustainable business Mentioned in the show: 2024 Coaching Industry Report: https://luisazhou.com/blog/coaching-industry-market-size/ Free Resources and Training: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/shop/ Work With Me: https://www.stephaniedodier.com/work-with-stephanie/