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Module 6: Introduction and Information

Module 6: Introduction and Information

In this module, Dr. Frates continues her discussion of how to tailor coaching techniques to address the different pillars of lifestyle medicine. The module begins with an introduction to cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and an explanation of how coaches can use ideas and techniques associated with CBT to help clients improve their sleep habits. Then, Dr. Frates explains how positive psychology can be used to help people manage stress, how you can use appreciative inquiry to coach clients on maintaining positive social connections and how motivational interviewing can be used to address risky substance use. Finally, Dr. Frates will introduce her concept of the Foundational Lifestyle Pyramid, which emphasizes the importance of taking a comprehensive and personalized approach to wellness.


Responsible Rome Duhig
Last Update 02/06/2026
Completion Time 48 minutes
Members 1
    • Module 6 Introduction [Video 6.1]
  • Coaching on Sleep and Stresss
    5Lessons · 15 min
    • Coaching on Sleep Using Cognitive Behavioral Coaching Techniques [Video 6.2 and Dig Deeper 6.1]
    • Addressing Cognitive Distortions to Improve Sleep [Self-Study Discussion 6.1] - Section B
    • Tips for Improving Sleep [Dig Deeper 6.2]
    • Coaching on Stress Using Positive Psychology [Video 6.3]
    • For Your Consideration: Using Positive Psychology Yourself
  • Coaching on Social Connection and Risky Substance
    4Lessons · 12 min
    • Coaching on Social Connection and Appreciative Inquiry [Video 6.4]
    • Using Appreciative Inquiry to Navigate Relationships [Self-Study Activity 6.2] - Section B
    • Coaching on the Avoidance of Risky Substances Using Motivational Interviewing [Video 6.5]
    • Motivational Interviewing Questions [Self-Study Crowdsourcing Activity 6.1] - Section B
  • Foundational Lifestyle Pyramid
    3Lessons · 5 min
    • Your Personal Lifestyle Assessment
    • Foundational Lifestyle Pyramid [Video 6.6]
    • Create and Discuss Your Foundational Lifestyle Pyramid [Self-Study Discussion 6.2] - Section B
  • Module Wrap-up
    2Lessons · 13 min
    • Clinical Scenario [Video 6.7]
    • Program Summary [Video 6.8]