MEET COACH MARIE-ANNICK
Bonjour and Welcome!
I know from personal experience that life can be challenging at times. The support and guidance of a coach can be beneficial to stay on the path of a joyful fulfilling life. For decades, I have been passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles and supporting healing for many which I have done on two continents.
My coaching approach is based on transmitted Buddhism teachings and meditations that I have practiced for almost five decades. With the permission of my Mahayana Buddhist Teacher, Master Nguyen Tien, I am now sharing and teaching the secrets behind the mindset that brought so much peace, success, joy, and happiness to my life.
Combined with the ability to establish a profound sense of trust, understanding, and an indispensable deep connection in a safe environment; my relationships with clients have always been easygoing with open communication. My coaching method brings a winning mindset that emphasizes embracing the truth and the right skills that bring results through clear fearless actions. With self-awareness, the right plan, positive changes, determination, and confidence; you will feel a deep sense of empowerment, higher purpose, belonging, and enjoy a happier more fulfilling life!
ABOUT MY LIFE
I was born and raised in Paris, France. My upbringing was challenging for many reasons. I was diagnosed dyslexic at a very young age making studies difficult. Sexual assaults in my teenage years plus the suicide of my best friend brought me to a rebellious place. With the help of a Zen Master, my healing and the development of a powerful character started.
After winning a few French and European Table Tennis titles, I coached players and teams for a few years. I worked in the metal industry to supplement my coaching income. Being a sale representative or an export specialist, I traveled the world for a few years. After moving to the USA, and getting married, I pursued my coaching career full-time. I passed my required certifications to coach my favorite sports: Table Tennis, Tennis, and Soccer. With my continued interest in health, dietetics, and human potential; I decided to complement my education with specific certifications. I went to culinary school and worked in restaurants and school cafeterias for a few years. I then started "Chef Marie Academy" with the intention to deliver healthy meals and offering catering. However, as my clients demanded more and more teaching and coaching from me, I decided to let go of meals and catering services to concentrate on the growing demand for my wellness and healthy living coaching services.
For over two decades, I worked with doctors, nutritionists, fitness experts, top athletes, non-profit organizations, and small companies. I collaborated with the creation of curricula, certification programs, and healthier recipes within the health, fitness, culinary, and wellness industries. I coached many individuals who wanted to improve their health and performance, overcome painful experiences, and embrace a purpose-driven healthy lifestyle. Thousands around the world took my healthy chef certification program. It even inspired a new career path in the culinary and wellness industries. I volunteered in schools and helped launch healthy cooking competitions in local high schools. Along the way, something amazing happened. I became an author with the help of Hatherleigh Press. I published dozens of cookbooks to help my clients facing specific diseases. I wrote articles for magazines and online clients' newsletters. After failing most of my writing classes in my youth, this was a triumph like no other. It represented the spirit I have championed for years which is to never give up, always work hard, and keep moving toward growth.
Today, I concentrate on coaching health, fitness, wellness, personalized healthy lifestyle, and mindfulness. More importantly, I am committed to transmitting Buddhist philosophy and teachings. Finally, I invite you to visit my coaching page, and, look forward to hearing from you!
MARIE-ANNICK'S CREDENTIALS
- Culinary Arts Diploma (including Beverage Management, Bartending, and Pastry) - Century Business College
- ACF and IACF Accredited certificates - World Pastry Forum
- Certified Level I, II, and III - Wilton Cake School
- Certified Serve Safe Food Management Orange County
- Certified A to Z Guide Wines - Winemaker
- Certified Level 2 Wines and Spirits - WSET
- Certified Fitness Nutrition Specialist - Exercise & Nutrition Works
- Certificate of Commerce & Management - CCI Paris
- Certificate of Sports Psychology - INS-FFTT
- Certified Instructor and National Level Coach - FFTT
- Certified Club, State, and National Coach - USTTA
- Certified USPTR Tennis Instructor Van Den Meer University
- Certified Soccer Coach - CYSA
and many other certifications around Fitness, Nutrition, NLP, Sports Performance, Sports Psychology, Sports Hypnosis, and Coaching.
- Creator and Master of The Personal Fitness Chef Program (2005 to 2019) - Note: The name may be still in use, but it is no longer my program, nor am I involved with it and the company promoting it.
- Buddhist Master (Transmitted Mahayana Teachings)
- Master of Buddhism Studies - ULC Modesto Seminary
- Ordained Minister - ULC Modesto Seminary
- Trained in physical, mental, and spiritual health through mindfulness, cognitive behavioral modifications and stress relief (similar to CBT and MSBR), science-based nutrition, mindful lifestyle, and multiple relaxation techniques.
MARIE-ANNICK'S BOOKS
Please check availability with me or online at
Author
- Food and Wine Pairing Demystified (2sd. Edition)
- Cooking Well Series:
- Mediterranean
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Wheat Allergies
- Thyroid Health
- Fibromyalgia
- Osteoporosis
- Prostate Health
- Garlic
- Honey
Co-Author
- The Park Avenue Plan For Weight Loss
- The Saint-Tropez Diet
- The Body Sculpting Bible Express for Men with Sculpting Diet Plan
- The Body Sculpting Bible Express for Women With Sculpting Diet Plan
- The Code for Life Coaching
- Life Coaching For Success
Marie Annick's teaching material over the years
- New material is coming in 2023!
- 3D Buddhist Teachings and Practices (2020 to present)
- The Healthy Chef Certification Program (2000 to 2023)
- The Personal Fitness Chef Program (2005 to 2019)
- Mastering The Mind, Minding The Body, and Mending The Heart (2010 to 2019)
MARIE-ANNICK'S EXPERTISE BENEFITED
St. Vincent de Paul - Mercy House - CareMore Medical Health Care Group - The Diabetic Association - Multiple Sclerosis Association-Foundation - Nesta - The Fitness Chef - Dr. Apostolos Pappas - Dr. Stuart Fisher - Lucho Crisalle, R.D. -James Villepigue, Fitness Expert - Hugo Rivera. Fitness Expert - D. Dunn, Football Professional - McDermott-Will & Emery Law Office - Prudential California Realty - Farmer's Insurance - MLC Solutions - ii Chef International Association
- Ben's Original (Mars) - French Gourmet- Paris Bistro - Century Business College - Coronado Yacht Club - France Organics - Girl Scouts of America - Allstate Insurance Company - Community Senior Services, Inc. - Kid Healthy - Cooking Up Change - Premium Gold Flax, Miller Family - LMDT French Organic Products - Crispa Crepes - Kum Ng and his Parkinson's Disease Book - OCSA - OC High Schools - Local Culinary Schools - World-Class Athletes - and many doctors, nutritionists, nurses, chefs, restaurateurs, and individuals to name a few.
MARIE-ANNICK'S AWARDS
2015 to 2023 - Spectrum Award For Excellence in Customer Service for 9 years in a row!
2011 to 2014 - Kid Healthy OC Volunteer Recognition Award
2011 to 2013 - Outstanding Service Award - ACF OC/LA
2012 - Santa Ana Certificate of Recognition - ACF Chef & Child Foundation.
2012 - OC Fair Excellence in Culinary Arts and in Culinary Judging.
2011 - Santa Ana Proclamation for Recognizing Childhood Nutrition and Hunger Day, Malnutrition, and Obesity.
2010 & 2011 - IIChef Honorary CEO of IIChef France - Creation of specific formulation for dietary programs for school cafeterias and colleges.
