”Bob is an insightful coach who helps individuals reach deep within themselves to identify their self-care values, goals and strengths. He works alongside individuals to assure their success! He led a team of staff in developing a strong diabetes prevention program and also led Native American Tribes across the country in both an intensive phase and an after-core support group for participants to engage in. This program is now deemed the most effective public health prevention program in the nation (by the Centers for Disease Control) and it was Bob’s abilities to relate with individuals and help them create action plans and support their lifestyle changes, that led to the success of this now national program. Creativity and flexibility, with an emphasis on a motivational interviewing counseling approach and individual tailoring of goals to personal values are vital, and Bob recognizes and builds upon these lifestyle change foundations to assist individuals in making these positive changes permanent.
Dr. Sharon Stanphill, PhDChief Health Officer, Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians