Sebastian Beller

My decision to become a lifestyle coach was driven by personal experience. Both of my parents have struggled with Type 2 diabetes and I have witnessed first-hand the difficulties that this can pose to one's quality of life.

My first position as a lifestyle coach was at Clinica Amistad, a small clinic in South Tucson, where I was part of a team of 5 lifestyle coaches and 1 physician who sought to extend healthcare to the underserved and uninsured populations of Tucson through the CDC’s Diabetes Prevention Program. My patients were primarily Spanish-speaking and a handful were undocumented, which severely limited their ability to seek assistance in managing their prediabetes. My experiences with these patients have guided the trajectory of my career and I am highly motivated to prioritize the needs of the underserved Hispanic and Native American populations in Tucson.

After attaining my NDPP Lifestyle Coach certificate, I contracted with the American Pharmacist Association Foundation. Even though I now work with a larger patient group, I do my best to personalize my approach to each individual's needs and goals. I also make it a point to regularly update patients on the latest research in diabetes, nutrition, and exercise. It is my goal as a lifestyle coach to provide patients with the knowledge and skills to nurture their health long after my time with them is over.

Currently, I am applying to medical school where I hope to expand my toolset as a health professional and continue guiding patients to a better quality of life.