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Lasting change is possible.

Free, health coaching assistance is just a call, text, or video chat away. Available in English and Spanish, our certified health coaches provide personalized, one-on-one support OR virtual and in-person group support to help you set and achieve health goals, establish and maintain healthier habits, and prevent and manage chronic conditions.

Text or call us at (844) 262-6224 to get started today!

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The Telehealth Coaching Services offered by Healthier Texas in Tarrant, Bexar, and the Rio Grande Valley are funded in part through the generous support of H-E-B.

Meet Our Health Coaches

Certified health coaching professionals. 100% committed to helping you achieve your goals.
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Natalie

Lead Health Coach

"I love health coaching because I get to embark on very personal journeys with people wanting to change their overall lifestyle. I learn from and am inspired by each one. Health coaching is my favorite way of supporting others on their journey to a better and healthier life."

Natalie Richardson, Lead Health Coach, It's Time Texas

Natalie Richardson

Lead Health Coach

My name is Natalie Richardson and I’m one of the health coaches at Healthier Texas. One of my favorite things about being a health coach is supporting my clients and providing a listening ear. I believe that one of the components of happiness is self care and a sense of community. With health coaching I’m able to provide a little support in reminding how important it is to prioritize our health and wellbeing in order to be happy.

My overall goal is to watch my clients provide support to others so we may all benefit from a healthier and happier community one day. I especially love supporting moms and reminding ourselves how very important it is to prioritize self care and what that may look like. I always feel fireworks in my heart when moms tell me how they were able to nurture and recharge themselves free of guilt and how wonderful they feel afterwards!

Aside from eating vegetables and fruits daily and drinking plenty of water, some of the ways I enjoy taking care of myself are engaging in nurturing and fulfilling activities every day. I enjoy early morning walks, painting, working with animals, working with clay, reading and plenty of time spent with family and friends. I’m a wife, and a mother of two young daughters and I work full-time, so it is important that I take care of my physical and mental wellbeing every day to be the best-version of myself for my family and my clients.

Isabel Lopez

Isabel Lopez

Health Coach

I’m Isabel Lopez, a health coach on a mission to inspire healthier, happier lives, and I’m passionate about guiding individuals towards their wellness goals.

When not immersed in the world of health, you’ll find me with my nose in a book or exploring nature through hiking.
I believe in the power of holistic well-being, and I’m excited to share that with you!

Elena Ramirez

Elena Ramirez

Health Coach

Elena Ramirez is an experienced National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Business Entrepreneur, and a retired Air Force Veteran. Driven by aiding people to heal their bodies and improve their quality of life, she takes pride in providing the best support and accountability possible. As a mother of an eleven-year-old, she spends all her time off cheering at baseball practice and games. She loves spending time doing Nutrition research, reading about Theology, and being outdoors.

Natalie Richardson, Lead Health Coach, It's Time Texas

Natalie Richardson

Lead Health Coach

Isabel Lopez

Isabel Lopez

Health Coach

Elena Ramirez

Elena Ramirez

Health Coach

Real Texans. Real Results.

"I think people would be surprised by how motivating it can be – especially if, like me, they’ve struggled with isolation or lack of support."
"I really didn’t want to go on insulin. I wanted to do it with diet and exercise, and now, I really feel like I’ve got it under control."
"The most helpful thing about the health coaching has been getting to talk through struggles and receive advice on how to face them. It has been reinforcing to have someone to discuss things with."
"I feel so much better than I did at this time last year. I’m losing weight, my blood sugars are good, and I know I can keep it up. It’s a plan I can make my lifestyle."
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    Transforming Lives with Health Coaching

    "Your follow ups have been key in keeping me on track. Because of your Health Coaching, I have been able to stay off of medicine. I thank you so much. You are a real blessing to come into this time of my life."
    - Thomas Y.
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    "Healthier Texas and its free Health Coaching program has been great for me! Natalie, my Health Coach, has been so kind, supportive and helpful. We meet 1-3 times a month to celelbrate 'wins' and 'not wins' and to discuss short-term health goals. It helps to have someone in your corner to provide support and accountability."

    - Rachel P. | Harlin ISD
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    "Having a call each week helps keep the ball rolling. Its amazing that this service is free!"
    - Shirley B.
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    "You are my biggest cheer leader, probably my only cheer leader. You have no idea how much I appreciate you and the impact you have on my life."
    - Koretta T.
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    "I'm so glad my doctor referred me to these phone calls. They are very helpful. I've had diabetes for 10 years and I'm learning so much now with these calls...I like that you listen and give me ideas on what to eat. The way you talk to us, I feel like I can be open to you and not feel bad about it. It is a positive thing all around."
    - Paula C.
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      Text or call (844) 262-6224

      Coaching available in English and Spanish, this free, confidential service via phone, text, and video provides support in setting health goals, establishing healthier habits, and preventing and managing chronic conditions.

      Text or Call (844) 262-6224

      Text or call (844) 262-6224

      Coaching available in English and Spanish, this free, confidential service via phone, text, and video provides support in setting health goals, establishing healthier habits, and preventing and managing chronic conditions.

      Text or call (844) 262-6224 today.

      Explore the Evidence

      Behind Our Personalized Approach to Behavior Change

      Despite evidence showing that lifestyle changes can help prevent, and sometimes even reverse, chronic health conditions, many adults struggle with adopting and maintaining healthy behaviors – even those recommended by their doctors.

      This white paper introduces research calling attention to gaps in traditional healthcare models and the potential for our free health coaching program to serve as a bridge for providers and their patients on the road to better health.

      In this white paper, you’ll discover:

      • The relationship between lifestyle factors and chronic disease prevalence
      • Factors influencing treatment adherence and health behavior change among patients with chronic illness
      • Challenges to healthcare providers working with patients to manage chronic conditions
      • Actionable strategies for aligning with patients to inspire lasting behavior change
      • Data highlighting the effectiveness of our free health coaching model as a resource for patients and providers
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      Download the White Paper

      Become a Partner

      Powered by the nonprofit Healthier Texas, this free, Texas-based health coaching program helps patients prevent and manage chronic disease through sustainable lifestyle change. Employing evidence-based behavior change techniques, our team of bilingual health coaches provide tailored, culturally-relevant support to help individuals form lasting habits and achieve their health-related goals.

      As Texas DSHS-certified community health workers, our health coaches have specialized training in motivational interviewing and chronic disease prevention and management. They are equipped to work with patients at all stages of the change process, whether they are just starting out or looking to maintain progress.

      Through partnerships with health clinics and hospital systems, Health Coaching serves as a critical resource for patients and providers, offering a personalized approach to behavior change that empowers people to transform their health for good.

      Learn how our free program can help your patients achieve better health:
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      Nutrition Education Videos

      It's Time Texas works to build healthier lives and healthier communities across Texas through interactive programming and educational materials. We encourage you to utilize our nutrition education videos as a resource and as personal support throughout your health journey.
      View Nutrition Education Videos

      Nutrition Education Videos

      It's Time Texas works to build healthier lives and healthier communities across Texas through interactive programming and educational materials. We encourage you to utilize our nutrition education videos as a resource and as personal support throughout your health journey.
      View Nutrition Education Videos

      Free Telehealth Coaching

      Healthier Texas and its free Health Coaching program has been great for me! Natalie, my Telehealth Coach, has been so kind, supportive and helpful. We meet 1-3 times a month to celelbrate 'wins' and 'not wins' and to discuss short-term health goals. It helps to have someone in your corner to provide support and accountability.
      - Rachel P. | Harlin ISD
      Healthier Texas and its free Health Coaching program has been great for me! Natalie, my Telehealth Coach, has been so kind, supportive and helpful. We meet 1-3 times a month to celelbrate 'wins' and 'not wins' and to discuss short-term help goals. It helps to have someone in your corner to provide support and accountability.
      - Rachel P. | Harlin ISD

      Change begins with one small step

      As a mission-driven organization, we’re committed to making health coaching available to any Texan ready to make healthy change. There’s no cost and no pressure to commit. So give us a call and see for yourself the difference it can make in your life.
      Call (844) 262-6224
      Text (844) 262-6224
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