Elizabeth Schenk
About Elizabeth Schenk
Elizabeth Schenk serves as the Manager of the Patient Care Team at Carrum Health, where she has worked since 2021. With a diverse background in health coaching and management, she has contributed to various organizations, utilizing cognitive-behavioral techniques to enhance participants' well-being.
Work at Carrum Health
Elizabeth Schenk has been serving as the Manager of the Patient Care Team at Carrum Health since 2021. In this role, she oversees the delivery of patient care services, ensuring that participants receive the necessary support for their health journeys. Her focus includes utilizing cognitive-behavioral coaching and mindfulness techniques to help participants develop skills for both physical and mental well-being. Schenk's experience in managing patient care aligns with Carrum Health's mission to provide accessible and effective healthcare solutions.
Education and Expertise
Elizabeth Schenk holds an MBA in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix, which she completed from 1999 to 2002. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Western Michigan University between 1993 and 1995. Additionally, she pursued Post Graduate Continuing Education in Psychology and Public Health at the University of California, Los Angeles in 2014. Schenk is recognized for her expertise in cognitive-behavioral coaching and mindfulness techniques, which she applies in her coaching practices.
Professional Background
Elizabeth Schenk has a diverse professional background in health coaching and wellness management. Prior to her current role at Carrum Health, she worked as a Health Coach at Calm for three months in 2020 and at Health to You, LLC for one year from 2013 to 2014. She also served as Coach Lead at Vida Health, Inc. from 2014 to 2017. Earlier in her career, she held multiple positions at Tahoe Forest Hospital District, including Wellness Coach and Group Exercise Program Coordinator, from 2007 to 2013.
Coaching and Participant Impact
In her coaching roles, Elizabeth Schenk has focused on helping participants develop healthy coping strategies and improve diabetes management. She utilizes cognitive-behavioral coaching and mindfulness techniques to guide individuals in creating sustainable lifestyle changes. Participants under her guidance have reported increased self-efficacy in managing their health and making positive lifestyle adjustments. Schenk's approach emphasizes the importance of mental well-being alongside physical health.
Previous Roles and Certifications
Before her current position, Elizabeth Schenk held various roles that contributed to her extensive experience in health and wellness. She worked as a Behavioral Coach at AbleTo Inc. and as a Prime Health Coach at Tahoe Forest Health System. Additionally, she has experience as a business services consultant and is a Quickbooks and Oracle Certified Advisor. Her previous roles also include serving as a General Manager for three locations of Curves for Women and as a Retail Manager and Buyer at several retail establishments.