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Andrew Neels

Certified Health Coach in Richmond, VA

7001 Forest Avenue, Suite 300 and 302, Richmond, VA 23230

Note: Access to Andrew and our team of health coaches is included in the cost of your PartnerMD membership.

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Meet Andrew

As a certified health coach in Richmond, VA, Andrew combines more than 10 years of experience working in the health and wellness field with his own wellness experience to help patients make positive, lasting changes toward a healthier life.

"I used to struggle with digestive issues, anxiety, and depression," he says. "After reading about exercise and proper nutrition, I was inspired to take ownership of my health. My experience changed my perspective on what was possible for individuals suffering from health problems, and I want to share that perspective with others."

Andrew loves teaching patients about exercise, movement, the efficiencies within the human body, and the personal challenges and achievements of strength training.

He also helps patients put together plans for healthy weight loss and longevity and figuring out the impact of ancestral health and nutrition on one’s life.

"I try to get patients to connect with their end goal on a personal level," he says. "I encourage them to explore what will be possible for them after the change, beyond a smaller number on the scale or a better result on a bone density test."

"Andrew is insightful and attentive. He clearly takes a whole-person approach (he’s an expert listener) and, at the same time, conveys a solid working knowledge of specific concerns...He pulled a great deal of information together for me that will help me proceed on my own and find resources where I need them." - C.B., PartnerMD Patient

Andrew's Credentials

Education
Southern Connecticut State University - Exercise Science (B.S.)

Certifications & Training
National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching - Board-Certified
Apollo Health - ReCode 2.0 Certified (Bredesen Protocol for Dementia/Cognitive Decline)
National Academy of Sports Medicine - Certified Personal Trainer
Kresser Institute - ADAPT Certified Functional Health Coach

Health Coaching Philosophy

"We can’t change our genes or everything about our environments, but through the choices we make, habits we form, and perspectives we take, we can have a profound impact on our future."

Favorite Part About Being a Health Coach
"I enjoy helping patients work through the components of lasting behavior change – motivation, support, empathy, empowerment, and accountability."

Life Beyond Health Coaching

When he’s not helping people improve their lives through health and wellness, Andrew loves spending time outdoors, reading, studying history (particularly Soviet and 19-20th century European and American history), and listening to podcasts.

He also enjoys traveling and lists Scotland and Moab, Utah as his favorite places so far.

He grew up in Landenberg, Pennsylvania, and moved to Richmond early in 2021 with his wife.

Get Started with Membership

Embrace a healthier lifestyle.

PartnerMD includes access to our health coaches in every membership. Your health coach works hand-in-hand with your physician to build a roadmap to better health and help you pursue it.

Complete the form to start the membership process. One of our membership experts will contact you within 2 business days to answer your questions. 

Are you a current PartnerMD member? Call your local office and ask for a health coaching appointment to get started with your personal coach.

 

Embrace a healthier lifestyle.

PartnerMD includes access to our health coaches in every membership. Your health coach works hand-in-hand with your physician to build a roadmap to better health and help you pursue it.

Complete the form to start the membership process. One of our membership experts will contact you within 2 business days to answer your questions. 

Are you a current PartnerMD member? Call your local office and ask for a health coaching appointment to get started with your personal coach.