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Sara Knight certified health coach physician assistant

Welcome to my corner of the wellness world! I’m Sara Knight, a dedicated health coach with a unique background as a Family Medicine Physician Assistant. My journey into health coaching is deeply rooted in my passion for complete well-being and my extensive experience in clinical medicine. I am a certified physician assistant, trained at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), and I earned my health coaching certification through the National Society of Health Coaches (NSHC).

My Story

With more than 10 years of experience as a Physician Assistant in family medicine, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with patients of all ages and backgrounds, helping them navigate their health challenges and achieve their wellness goals. This experience has given me a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of health and the importance of a personalized approach to care.

During my medical career, I have noticed that while conventional medicine is essential, many people need additional support to make lasting lifestyle changes. I have seen firsthand that true health is not just the absence of disease but the presence of vitality, balance, and well-being. This realization inspired me to start my journey as a health coach, with a focus on empowering individuals to take charge of their health in a more holistic and supportive way.

Outside of health coaching and working part-time in family medicine, you'll find me biking, hitting the ski slopes, or hiking with my dog in the foothills. My daughter and I enjoy an active lifestyle and make the most of every moment together. My approach to my own health is all about balance and enjoying life to the fullest.

My Approach

As a health coach, I blend my medical expertise with a compassionate, client-centered approach. My goal is to help you uncover the underlying factors affecting your health, set realistic goals, and create a personalized plan that fits your unique lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to improve your nutrition, increase physical activity, manage stress, or cultivate a healthier mindset, I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.

I believe in a collaborative partnership where your goals and preferences drive the process. Together, we’ll work on creating steady, sustainable changes that enhance your overall well-being and lead to a more vibrant life.

Let’s Connect

I’m excited to embark on this wellness journey with you. If you’re ready to take steps toward a healthier, more fulfilling life, let’s connect. Together, we can turn your health aspirations into achievable, lasting results.

What My Clients Are Saying

  • SAM

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    What I love best about Sara’s approach is that it isn’t about changing yourself overnight or an ‘all or nothing’ mentality; it’s about building sustainable habits that lead to a happier and healthier life.

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  • ROB

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    Working with Sara to understand incremental changes that I could see results from made all the difference in following through. As I worked on each of my challenge areas Sara was able to provide advice, substitutes, and the reassurances and I needed to continue making incremental changes. Overall, I really appreciated the coaching aspect to get over my own preconceived notions and barriers to achieving the results I ultimately wanted, it was finally a feeling of control over my weight and health.

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  • AMANDA

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    Working with Sara has been so helpful and refreshing to me. With so much information about health and nutrition available out there, having a kind and intelligent coach to help with goals and strategies that make sense for my individual situation was such a great decision for me. Sara really takes the time to understand your goals, lifestyle, challenges, asks great questions, and tweaks the approaches and guidance with every change and check-in. For anybody just starting on a health journey or with many years of experience but needs help fine-tuning, having Sara step in could be a game-changer for you too!

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  • MICHAELA

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    Sara helped me realize that a lot of my stomach issues were caused by foods that were high on the FODMAP scale. We conducted a process of elimination and were able to determine all the foods that caused all of my gas and bloating. Now I can eat confidently with no discomfort. I never would have known about or considered the FODMAP scale if it weren't for Sara's help.

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