The Spring 2026 Employee Coaching Connection (ECC) program dates: 
January 20 – April 14, 2026.

Twice a year, Osher Center for Integrative Health and Wellness Coaching Faculty and Students lead a FREE, online, 10-week, evidence-based coaching program to support our UVM and UVM Health Employee communities and enhance experiential learning opportunities for student coaches.  Register for Employee Coaching Connection Spring 2026

Through 5 group and 5 individual coaching sessions, participants work with coaching Faculty and Students to create and sustain changes in nutrition, physical activity, stress reduction, social connection, and more. Structured to fit into busy schedules, sessions are packed with compassionate support from the UVM community.

5 Individual Coaching Sessions

Every other week on the Practice Better Platform for HIPPA compliance, scheduled with your coach. The first session can take up to 60 minutes to help you set goals. Follow-up sessions will be 20 minutes.

• Individual Session 1: Between Jan. 20 and Feb. 9
• Individual  Session 2: Week of February 16
• Individual Session 3: Week of March 2
• Individual Session 4: Week of March 23
• Individual Session 5: Week of April 6

5 Group Coaching Sessions

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Zoom: 

• February 10
• February 24
• March 17
• March 31
• April 14

This program is FREE for UVM and UVM Medical Center employees and runs online via Zoom twice a year.

Register for Employee Coaching Connection Spring 2026

At UVM, Wellness is Professional Development

Participation in the Employee Coaching Connection Program is recognized as part of UVM's Professional Development offerings.* 

This program aligns with UVM’s broader initiative to promote a culture of wellness, emphasizing the importance of health and well-being as integral components of professional success and personal fulfillment. Therefore, employee participation will be included in annual reporting, highlighting your commitment to developing personal and collective wellness.

By attending at least 60% of the sessions (6 out of 10), your completion will be recorded in your professional development record in PeopleSoft by the Talent Development Center for Excellence at UVM. This documentation supports your career growth, enhances your skills, and contributes to your overall well-being.

If you prefer not to have your participation included in annual reporting, please inform your group coach, and we will remove it from your records.

*Please note: This professional development offering component currently is only available to UVM Employees, not UVM Health Employees. 

In person or remote. FREE for all UVM Employees.

Customizable Packages:

All Personalized Health And Wellness coaching packages take place using the HIPPA-compliant platform Practice Better. Decide with our coach which package is right for you!

• Discovery Session - start here and book today!  
• Health and Wellness Snapshot -  1 Follow-up
• Jumpstart - 4 Session Series
• Evolution - 8 Session Series
• Renewal - after completing a package to check-in

Before beginning, we offer a 30-minute introductory consultation with UVM Employee Wellness' dedicated Integrative Health and Wellness Coach to discuss strategies and chart a path.

Book a Discovery Session with a Health and Wellness Coach

Dedicated Support: Work closely with Melisa Oliva, our National Board-Certified Health and Wellness coach. Together, you’ll explore strategies and actions that align with your lifestyle and health goals.

Personalized Guidance: Whether you’re aiming to manage stress, improve nutrition, boost fitness, or enhance overall well-being, our coach will tailor the program to your unique needs.

Empowerment: Gain self-confidence and trust in your ability to make positive changes.

Improved Health Outcomes: Our evidence-based approach can positively impact metabolic factors, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, weight, and more.

Book a Discovery Session with a Health and Wellness Coach