As an enthusiastic home cook, I've been struggling with weight gain for decades. Even with a…read morerigorous exercise schedule I'd put on pounds and not lose them. Michelle gave me a whole different understanding of how to deal with food. I still make exciting and delicious dinners while losing that last pounds, and reaching my target goal. Also I'm confident I can maintain my weight

I recently completed a CGM Experience led by Michelle Dwyer, a brilliant health coach who uses…read moreContinuous Glucose Monitors to help participants understand how food affects their bodies. I joined out of curiosity, hoping to gain some clarity around my own energy levels. I absolutely gained that and MORE. Michelle is approachable, supportive, encouraging, and gifted at educating her clients. During the two-week session, each participant wears a CGM that gathers their personal data, and Michelle guides us through understanding what it all means. Watching my glucose levels respond to foods in real time is addictively fascinating, but having her explain why it's happening is what makes the experience truly beneficial. Michelle holds space with ease and compassion. She never labels anything as good or bad--even foods are simply described as nourishing or depleting--and she gently diffuses any self-criticism that arises, helping the whole group release judgement, and relax into curiosity instead. This group has definitely improved my relationship with food. I now understand so much more about which foods help me feel steady and which ones tend to spike and crash my energy--and deplete my pancreas. I'm more aware, and far more connected to how my body responds to foods and why. If you want to better understand your own energy patterns and understand how foods react in your body, this program is genuinely worth your time and money. It's budget-friendly, eye-opening, empowering, and honestly, worth repeating. Every round gives you new insights about your body, and those insights make a big difference!

I really enjoyed working with Trang. She always made me feel comfortable and i never felted judged…read more Her tools were easy to follow and Trang did a good job making sure i understood the concepts. She asked a lot of tough questions but really helped me understand and become aware of my trigger situations and habits that i have developed to cope with difficult situations. i have been through a lot and Trang has helped me find peace mentally and emotionally.

Trang is amazing! She is a mentor and an inspiration. She works from a holistic experience, not…read morejust addressing food issues, but looking at the beliefs and habits behind them. Trang offered the support and compassion I needed on this journey of changing the way I was eating, as well as habits in my daily life. I have very unique food habits and she was quick to identify my issues (not enough protein) and bring solutions to address them. Highly recommended!!!!

I came to Tammy because I was having a hard time feeling satisfied after meals and felt overwhelmed…read moreat figuring out an actually healthy path forward to improving my eating habits post stressful life events (and not just listening to folk on Tik Tok). Over the course of our time together, Tammy helped me to shift the way I thought about food, promoting simple but effective steps to take after each phone call together. She listened to my concerns and prior frustrations from working with apps and coaches in the past and never once nudged any boundaries I set down. There was no such thing as a stupid question and Tammy made sure I had all the resources, answers, links, and videos I needed to be successful in forming better habits. I really appreciated that she worked with what was functional and accessible for me--on a budget, without a car, limited freezer space, etc. Instead of reminding me to scoop out my morning bagel like prior coaches have, Tammy asked each call what worked for me, what didn't, and what helped me to feel satisfied at each meal. Then we'd find one thing to improve--adding more color to each meal or adding a "sprinkle" like sunflower seeds or olive oil to help a meal reach its full nutritional potential. I also never felt like I was on my own in anything Tammy suggested I try. Gotta make my own broth this week to cook with? Here are great places to get bones, here is a recipe to do it, here are instructions for your instantpot, etc. Want to start incorporating more fish into my diet? Here are 3 brands for tinned fish, a local catch market for seasonal choices, and recipes. I was able to develop sustainable, long-lasting healthy habits by working with Tammy and I find myself continuing to grow with her guidance even though our sessions together are over. After absolutely refusing to put chia seeds in anything for our 15 weeks together, the other day I ate them willingly because I thought "Tammy said these are good for me and I haven't had them yet." This was the shift I was looking for and I'm so thankful for Tammy's warmth, knowledge, and support. I'd recommend her in a heartbeat.

This was my experience with this business…read more First, ALL consultations are on-line. This was post-pandemic FYI ! She does NOT do in-person meetings. Second, you have to download an app to communicate with her Third, be prepared to spend ALOT of time taking pictures of the food you eat Fourth, She is expensive ($1500!) . Has an air-tight policy for getting paid monthly. So don't even think about skipping or changing payment terms. (Please note that I am not saying businesses shouldn't be paid and have clear policies, but tere was something about the focus which was "unsettling" to me.) Fifth, A lot of her advice was also referenced in the book she wrotereplicated (which comes with the $1500 when you sign-up with her!). After I got the book and read it, I then wondered why was I paying $1,500 ? I think you have to sign a contract. SO BE THOUGHTFUL BEFORE SIGNING IT !!!!!! Overall I was uninspired and never warmed to her or the process. In the end, I recommend that anyone selecting this type of service be fully committed. And if any of the points I have raised, resonant with you - think whether the benefits outweigh the price tag for them. BTW: Her book is great. Hence the three stars as it encapulates a lot of solid information.

I've been working with Elyce this year and she's been amazing. If you're thinking about getting…read moresome help with your wellness goals Elyce would be a great choice. I came to her to lose weight, increase my energy and to keep my pre-diabetes from turning into full-blown diabetes. She's really easy to work with, supportive, knowledgeable and helps you set goals and keep on track. The benefits I've gained form working with her are more than I imagined. In the last two months I have lost weight, my energy is great, my A1C has come down, I have stopped taking ibuprofen because I'm not in pain anymore, I sleep well, and I'm much more up for doing the things I enjoy. It's been a totally worthwhile investment. If you're on the fence, do it! You'll be really glad you did.

I feel very fortunate to have worked with Elyce a couple of months ago. I was in a difficult place,…read morelooking for change and a way to get out of my "funk". She and I concentrated on what my core values were, looked at people/ things that were supporting me and people/things that were holding me back and not providing me with positive support. Having my vision statement has helped me to look at my priorities and figure out where my skills and talents might be best served. I took Elyce's advice and "put what I wanted out there". Since then, the quality of my life has vastly improved. I have a new job that I love. I walk to work and I just feel so good all over. Oh, and I have lost 10 pounds! I know I did the hard work and need to stay focused but Elyce has supported me and given me the tools I need.

On April 5, I took a cooking class from Kim through Piedmont Adult education at the high school…read more The class was about cooking dishes with nuts in them. We made soup, a romesco sauce, an appetizer with dates and almond butter and cashew milk! It was very informative, professional, fun and hands on! Not only did we try all the food, bu we also got to take some home! The recipes are easy and delicious with minimal ingredients. I would recommend taking Kim's classes or she even does one on one instruction to cater to what you want to learn and your dietary needs!

I have worked with Kim twice. There's so much I appreciate about Kim. She simplifies cooking in a…read moreway that's incredibly empowering. Kim shared recipes with me that are incredibly easy to prepare and that elevate ordinary fare to something special. She introduced me to greens that I have overlooked for years. I have long thought of myself as a great salad maker and yet Kim elevated my salad game. It can feel vulnerable discussing eating habits and diet. That said, it's easy to talk to Kim. She is encouraging and very thoughtful about the suggestions she offers. I came away with several new recipes to try--and was inspired to do so right away--as well as a newfound sense of motivation around cooking. Kim followed up with an incredibly detailed email on what we discussed. I got a lot of value and really enjoyed my experience with her. If you're looking for a generous, gracious ambassador to offer you new perspectives on the sometimes dizzying world of eating/cooking, I enthusiastically recommend Kim.

Carey is a phenomenal, caring, and heart-forward coach. I've had multiple sessions with her in the…read morepast few months, and each time I've left with new insights. She is a master of creating a safe space - no matter what comes out of my mouth, I know that Carey will embrace it fully without judgement. Sessions with her are also a lot of fun. She brings years of experience from a psychology background, so I know I can bring anything to the table and she can handle it. Overall, I can say I wholeheartedly recommend Carey as a coach.

From the owner: I am a licensed clinical psychologist who has been working in the field of mental health for over…read more19 years. Throughout my career as a psychologist, I have worked with hundreds of individuals ranging from infancy to adulthood. During this time, I specialized in working with trauma and its impact on the brain. After a long career, I became aware of the toll that stress was taking on my own health and wellness and made the decision to turn my knowledge and experience towards my other love: Wellness and Well-Being. As a Certified Wellness Coach, I draw on many years of clinical training and actively utilize evidenced based research in positive psychology and motivational interviewing to help my clients achieve real and immediate health and wellness results.

Jamie is an awesome human being and her work makes her even awesomER!…read more I worked with Jamie for 6 months and she has changed the way I eat. She didn't make me give up "bad foods" and she didn't make me go vegetarian. Jamie changed the way I look at foods (ketchup is all sugar) and the way I eat (pile on those leafy greens!). I learned to cut out most sugars and I now shop regularly at Whole Foods for organic everything. I've cooked and eaten foods I never tried before and I feel fantastic! But Jamie isn't just about nutrition - she's a Lifestyle Counselor! Over this past year, I've golfed, tried my first spinning class and gone on long-ass hikes as ways to motivate my body to move more! Jamie never makes you feel bad about your choices because ultimately, your life is all about the choices you make. No matter what you do, she is always there to lift you up with encouragement. She's almost like Jiminy Cricket on your shoulder. Thanks to Jamie, I am a healthier, happier foodie and I'm wearing jeans I haven't worn since last spring!

Jamie is fantastic! Her modus operandi seems to be to get to know the client, THEN tailor the…read morelessons, not try to proselytize, preach one magic cure-all diet, or "fit a square peg in a round hole," so to speak. There isn't the slightest bit of self-righteousness or judgment in her lessons, and she seems to have a genuine interest in ME and working around my needs; she takes my concerns and restrictions and "translates" them into new habits that I can work with. She is gentle, but firm, and I learn more from her in one session than I ever have from a book. (Un)Fortunately, she has revamped and improved my eating habits so much that I don't need her anymore, and yet, even though I'm essentially done with my sessions now, I'm looking for excuses to keep coming back. She will change your life.

A month or so ago, I attended a fermentation and pickling class taught by Dara Merin right in my…read moreown neighborhood! The class was small - about four or five of us in her roomy kitchen. We went over all the recipes in her handout for fermented veg pickle (like kim chee), sourdough starter (I already killed mine), kombucha (I've got the mother now but not the time or the courage to make the kombucha!)... the class is more demonstration with some hands on prep to make the pickle. Everyone was super nice and I highly recommend Dara's classes. Classes are in the kitchen a 1908 house in the Temescal neighborhood of North Oakland, a ten minute walk from the Rockridge Bart station. Each class is chock-full of cooking instructions, specific methods, and tips and includes a comprehensive handout with recipes and lots of other information and resources. The focus is always on how to make delicious food that is nourishing and nutritious too. Classes all feature a relaxed and comfortable dinner in the lovely dining room after we finish cooking, with abundant food and wine to compliment the meal. This part of the class is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the group and feel the sweet community vibe that makes classes with The Sage Table so special. Cooking is done with the highest quality ingredients possible, adhering to the idea of SOUL food: Seasonal, Organic, Unrefined and Local. As much as possible is purchased at local farmer's markets in the East Bay. Classes are vegetarian unless explicitly noted otherwise.

I have taken 4 cooking classes so far. from The Sage Table…read more The cosmic raw chocolate 101 class was the most exhilarating as we ate and drank amazing dark rich and healthy chocolate all night. It took my current cacao skills to a new level. The fermentation class was excellent. I feel confident fermenting foods and drinks. My partner, having watched me make traditional kombucha, began making his own experiments, so we are a super fermenty household now. The vegetarian soup making class opened my mind and palate up to legumes in a new way, and I have yet to try those recipes. The bones, broths and braising class, taught me how to make chicken soup and beef stew, that could have my Jewish ancestors rolling over in shame. The soups/stews we feasted on at the end of the class were nothing short of off-the-BLEEP-hook fantastic. My belly was in pure bliss. Dara was great about answering all my how to cook meat related questions too. There were a lot of things about meat and cooking meat that I did not know before. As a soup lover I can easily say that these were the best tasting liquid meals that have passed through my taste-buds in a long while. I am dairy-free, gluten-free (except for ghee) and so appreciated that these recipes are not dairy dependent. Thank you Dara, for your amazing culinary expertise.

Not many AME in Alameda so I was sure it would be a long wait to get an appointment for my pilot…read morecertification. I was able to get an appointment within 2 weeks and the rates are very transparent. Dr. Fuller has great bedside manner, is very knowledgeable about the FAA process and what needs to be disclosed. I've recommended her to everyone in my flying club!

Dr. Fuller has a wealth of knowledge that goes beyond symptom recognition. Dr. Fulle builds means…read morefil relationships with patients and family to promote holistic health beyond the "treat them and street them" ideology of most doctors. Not only is she great at what she does, she is inspiring. Thank you for taking care of my family when I needed you the most.

I worked with Dawn to find out what was causing bloating and to have a general nutrition check in…read more I was a bit skeptical about the process, but she put together a plan and after a month we were able to isolate the cause and I have truly never felt better. I learned so much about how my body reacts to things and have a new appreciation for it. I couldn't recommend Dawn enough, she really met me where I was with kindness and without judgement.

I was looking for help to treat a condition called SIBO. If you ever have this condition, I feel…read morefor ya! It literally feels like it is a never ending story of unbearable bloating but I'll save you any more of those details! Someone referred me to Dawn. I am so happy I did because navigating from MD to MD trying to figure out how to get treated for something that Dawn understood immediately. After intake forms, she guided me through a plan on diet and supplements that helped my body actually heal from what I literally thought may have been something modern medicine could not handle.