Wellcoaches Inside

Erika Jackson

Wellcoaches is the flagship for Coaching Excellence; out in front since 2002, when we launched the first coaching school for health professionals. Having trained 16,000 coaches around the world, we are honored to have the opportunity to share their stories in this podcast. Here you will learn about their pathway to coaching and how their work is shaped by being a coach. We’ll also interview leaders in the field who have influenced our own thinking. Whether you are a new coach, or have been doing it since we still had to explain what coaching is, you will learn and be inspired through the conversations on Wellcoaches Inside.

  1. Robert Cappuccio, Coach and Comedian

    5d ago

    Robert Cappuccio, Coach and Comedian

    Robert Cappuccio is a man whose powerful voice and deep expertise have made him a beloved figure in the coaching community. Born with facial deformities and Tourette’s syndrome, Cappuccio’s professional path was forged not just as a career choice, but as a personal mission to reconcile a painful childhood and help others navigate their own challenges. He describes how discovering exercise changed his life, providing a "way up" from a violent home environment and severe health symptoms. His journey took him from the front lines of health clubs to becoming the Director of Professional Development for the National Academy of Sports Medicine, where he learned that true leadership is about facilitating results through others rather than producing them himself. A pivotal moment in his career occurred when he realized that success in sales and coaching requires being completely invested in the individual while remaining detached from the specific outcome. Today, he applies these principles in the public sector, consulting for dozens of school districts and law enforcement agencies to address burnout and improve complex interpersonal dynamics. Beyond his consulting work, Cappuccio finds a profound parallel to coaching in the world of improv comedy, where he practices the art of deep, immersive listening and showing up "emotionally naked" in every interaction. Connect with Robert: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobbycappuccio/ Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    27 min
  2. Kerri Palamera McGrath, Harvard Physician

    Jun 11

    Kerri Palamera McGrath, Harvard Physician

    Dr. Kerri Palamera McGrath is a Harvard professor and dedicated primary care physician. Her journey began as an injured athlete inspired by the investment of her caregivers. She transformed her medical practice by integrating coaching to combat widespread physician burnout. Kerri built an extensive coaching program at Mass General to restore agency to trainees. She emphasizes that deep listening is the foundation for truly meaningful patient connections. Through groundbreaking research, she demonstrates how coaching creates positive ripples throughout healthcare. This influential leader continues to champion excellence while redefining the culture of modern medicine. Connect with Kerri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cfpwb/ Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    33 min
  3. Rach SebellShavit, Founder of HELM365

    May 28

    Rach SebellShavit, Founder of HELM365

    Rach SebellShavit (ICF PCC, Certified Facilitator of LEGO® Serious Play®) is the founder of HELM365 and brings over 20 years of experience across Boston’s technology and nonprofit sectors. They combine coaching with hands-on thinking tools to create space for curiosity, dialogue, and inquiry that turn insight into action. Rach’s work focuses on leadership sustainability and wellbeing, strengthening decision-making, productive disagreement, and team dynamics so leaders stop carrying what their teams are capable of holding and teams experience clarity, ownership, and real forward momentum. Connect with Rach SebellShavit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachsebellshavit/ Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    29 min
  4. Ruth Pearce, Speaker, Coach, Attorney

    May 14

    Ruth Pearce, Speaker, Coach, Attorney

    Ruth Pearce is a Speaker, Coach and Attorney. She works with Lawyers and Law Students to build character and protect their health. The first Friday of each month she offers free coaching to law students who may be feeling challenged or overwhelmed. Connect with Ruth Pearce: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruth-pearce/ Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    29 min
  5. Leigh-Ann Webster, Pioneering Health Coach

    Apr 30

    Leigh-Ann Webster, Pioneering Health Coach

    Leigh-Ann Webster, a former marketing professional, discovered her calling while walking past a bookstore. She transformed her passion for people into a career by becoming a certified Wellcoach. After coaching over a hundred women, she accepted a pivotal role leading the national board. Leigh-Ann was instrumental in standardizing the field and supporting thousands of professional health coaches. Her leadership style emphasized heart-centered connection and the vital importance of personal human interaction. Following her tenure, she tackled the grueling John Muir Trail to navigate a personal transition. She now champions accessibility for veterans while launching an independent news platform for coaches. Connect with Leigh-Ann Webster https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighannwebster/ Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    29 min
  6. Liani Greaves, Filmmaker and Coach

    Apr 16

    Liani Greaves, Filmmaker and Coach

    Discover how a former real estate agent and music video producer found her calling in the world of professional coaching. Guest Liani Greaves joins the conversation to share her unconventional journey from the high-energy streets of Brooklyn to the quiet reflection of the forest. She discusses how her diverse background in production and fundraising helped her develop a "vision-first" mindset long before she formally entered the field. Her story serves as a powerful reminder that there are many different and unexpected pathways into this transformative line of work. Listen in to learn how her early career experiences shaped her unique approach to deep listening and intuitive connection. Connect with Liani Greeves https://www.livewellstartingnow.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lianigreaves/ Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    26 min
  7. Elizabeth McHugh, Generational Wellcoach

    Apr 2

    Elizabeth McHugh, Generational Wellcoach

    Elizabeth McHugh, a second-generation Wellcoach, began her career immediately after studying psychology in college. She rejected traditional clinical models to prioritize human autonomy and the freedom of personal choice. Her diverse experience spans from Boston acupuncture clinics to coaching global executives through digital platforms. Now, she serves as a Harvard teaching fellow while leading organizational psychology workshops worldwide. Elizabeth is dedicated to normalizing coaching within healthcare to bridge gaps in patient wellness. She believes that feeling truly seen and heard is the most universal human need. This ambitious leader encourages new coaches to remain tenacious while defining their own professional value. Connect with Elizabeth McHugh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-mchugh-wb/ Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    24 min
  8. Michael Ryan, PHD

    Mar 19

    Michael Ryan, PHD

    Michael Ryan, PhD, shares his evolution from a fitness trainer to a performance psychology expert. His deep drive for connection stems from caring for his mother through chronic illness. This early exposure to caretaking ignited a lifelong curiosity regarding human resilience and purpose. A traumatic car accident later catalyzed his groundbreaking research into sleep apnea and wellness. His doctoral work investigates how virtual environments can actually deepen authentic coach-client intimacy. Ryan champions a humble approach, emphasizing that true growth often occurs within the silence. Currently, he trains future professionals to view fitness as a universal language for healing. Connect with Michael Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wellbeingcoachmichaelryan/ Read Michael Ryan's Dissertation: https://www.proquest.com/docview/3297303249?sourcetype=Dissertations%20&%20Theses Connect with Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wellcoaches/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wellcoaches-corporation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Wellcoaches Contact Wellcoaches: https://www.wellcoachesschool.com/contact

    33 min
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Wellcoaches is the flagship for Coaching Excellence; out in front since 2002, when we launched the first coaching school for health professionals. Having trained 16,000 coaches around the world, we are honored to have the opportunity to share their stories in this podcast. Here you will learn about their pathway to coaching and how their work is shaped by being a coach. We’ll also interview leaders in the field who have influenced our own thinking. Whether you are a new coach, or have been doing it since we still had to explain what coaching is, you will learn and be inspired through the conversations on Wellcoaches Inside.

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  • Creator
    Erika Jackson
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Wellcoaches Inside

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