Hi, I’m Kiley Houck
Social Worker turned Certified Health Coach
And like many of you, I reached a point where I knew deep down that something had to give. My path to becoming a health and wellness coach has been anything but linear; and I’m grateful for every moment. Through the constant struggles, endless discoveries, and absolute liberation, I found myself tied to a singular mission: to help others find balance and peace within themselves, and let go of judgment and guilt we know all too well.
My Journey
Several years ago, I found myself at a crossroads. I wasn’t just weighed down by the 65 extra pounds showing on the scale, but by the mental load of constantly fighting with food and myself. I was stuck in a loop of dieting, binging, feeling guilty and frustrated, belittling myself into submission, and starting the cycle over again to fix what wasn’t really broken. Food was my escape, using it as both comfort and punishment, which almost cost me my life.
It took me a long time to accept the weight I was carrying wasn’t just physical. It represented all the rules and pressure I’d put on myself to look a certain way or eat “perfectly”, and I realized that my self-worth had become tangled up in a bunch of numbers: the scale, calories, portions, time-frames, sets at the gym.
The Shift
I had to hit rock bottom, like the cliché many of us hear about, as it became my launchpad!
But, turning things around didn’t happen overnight. It took time to unlearn years of harmful beliefs, to let go of old habits, and to create a balanced, kind approach to my body and mind. I started small, listening to what my body actually needed when it came to food and my overall wellness. Opening my mind taught me how to eat in a way that felt good without obsessing and embrace movement as something joyful, versus punishment.
I was able to discover a new way to see myself, and now, food doesn’t control me; it’s just a part of a life that feels meaningful and full. My pantry is stocked, my mind is calm, and my worth is defined by so much more than how I look. That’s why today, I stand before you not just as someone who has lost weight and sustained it, but as someone who has gained immeasurable strength, confidence, and happiness. It's this shift from fear to freedom that has been the missing piece to not just keeping the weight off, but thriving in every sense of the word.
My Mission
As your go-to diet shedding coach, I’m here to offer not just the strategies that worked for me, but also the empathy, understanding, and support you need on your journey. I’ve walked this path, and I know the pitfalls and the peaks. My approach is rooted in cognitive behavioral coaching, backed by my background in counseling services, and enriched by my own experiences.
I don't just offer guidance; I offer a partnership. Together, we will explore your relationship with food, the limiting beliefs holding you back, the obstacles in your wellness routine, and the mindset reinforcing hindering habits. Then, we’ll address triggers and barriers to develop a plan that celebrates your unique needs and goals, so you can create a balanced, sustainable lifestyle.
Let’s Connect
Your journey to food freedom and balanced wellness is personal, and it deserves a guide who’s been there! If you’re ready to break up with dieting, reconnect with your body, and discover how freeing it can be to trust yourself, I’m here to help you make it happen.
Join me to create a life where food feels easy, wellness feels natural, and you feel at home in your body. Happiness starts here.
My Approach
A common myth out there is that food is just fuel, something to be controlled through “calories in, calories out”. But, that approach misses the mark on what eating and living well is all about. I believe that eating should never feel like a battle or a test of willpower and neither should your routine. My focus is on helping clients connect with the deeper side of their eating habits and uncover the dialogue between their body and mind, so they can rewire their brains with compassion instead of judgment.
Through my content, live events, and coaching programs, I aim to make life feel enjoyable and effortless again. “Healthy living” isn’t unrealistic when it’s been molded to fit you, which is exactly what I do! When we pay attention, we gain insights into our emotions, our needs, and what truly makes us feel good. Eating is part of a bigger picture that includes stress management, sleep, movement, and emotional resilience. By embracing this holistic view, we can start to heal and see food as just one piece of the wellness puzzle.
In my Haven, we’ll shift the focus from what’s on your plate to who you are behind it (both in the kitchen and in your day-to-day expectations). This is a supportive, non-judgmental approach where you’re seen as a whole person, not just a set of “bad” habits to fix. It’s about creating an authentic, balanced process that aligns with your values and needs.
Positive Psychology
Shifting away from focus on a person’s deficits or “fixing what is wrong with them” to consciously nurturing sustainable behavior change. Utilizing their strengths to support the development of a meaningful and rewarding life.
Strengths-Based Approach
Focusing on a person’s unique voice to bring awareness into their resourcefulness. Recognizing skills, abilities, strengths, and attributes to explore possibilities and enhance self-efficacy.
Cognitive behavioral coaching
Applying behavioral science to improve performance and well-being, focusing on the future and resolution. Understanding how thoughts and emotions drive undesirable behaviors and breaking down barriers disrupting a person’s potential.