Laurie Cockerill

I have spent my lifetime, on a personal level, gaining as much knowledge I could on health and wellness and all aspects of living a balanced life.  As a Registered Occupational Therapist for the past 33 years, I have worked with thousands of patients, helping them regain their functional abilities after an extended hospital stay. My work has involved one on one sessions with patients, using my communication skills, empathy and motivational strategies to work towards whatever goals they have stated.  My passion in learning about wellness and in struggling with IBS for 30 years led me to FMCA and enrolling in the Certified Functional Medicine Health Coaching program. Three years before, I was encouraged by a medical resident to try the FODMAP diet. Within a matter of 3 weeks, following a strict FODMAP eating plan, my stomach issues nearly resolved. I fully embraced this eating plan, continued with my regular exercise and rest strategies, and I began living my, "best life". This is what I want to help clients to achieve. I am so ready to start my new career journey in functional medicine health coaching.