Our Story
Hi, and welcome to Paragon Health Coaching. This business venture is run by Stephen Patrick, a physical therapist and health coach with 7+ years experience treating orthopedic and neurologic diagnoses, especially among the elderly and chronically ill.
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Wanting to get back to his primary interests, Stephen decided to open this practice to focus on the combination of exercise, nutrition, and lifestyle to address the root causes of disease, treat the client holistically (not just as a diagnosis), and ideally, prevent sickness.
In today's world, nearly everybody struggles with some ailment. Across the domains of health and wellness, issues with physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing are commonplace. This is not normal. Nor is it acceptable. This is not the default setting of the human being. It is a direct consequence of our polluted environment, disconnected lifestyle, sedentary habits, deficient diets, and our weakened resolve to do anything about it.
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Stephen is not unique in this regard. He struggled with many of the standard American health issues, and didn't think much of it. In fact, his experience of going through the traditional allopathic medical system led him to form this company.
Something would go wrong, he'd go to the doctor, get a prescription, and it would get better (on the surface). But he never asked why it was happening in the first place. He never asked about the root cause. What was wrong with his internal chemistry that a seemingly healthy young adult had these persistent issues?
Pain is the greatest teacher, and it was only when he got completely sick and tired of being sick and tired that he started asking the right questions.
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Through the years, the discovery of the power of natural healing methods motivated Steve to further his education and eventually create this company, so he could have the opportunity to share this information with others. ​​​
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Stephen named this company Paragon Health Coaching, not because he is some sort of ideal model (although he certainly strives to be). But rather to help motivate his clients to set the bar as high as they can for their health. He wants you to be a paragon of health and vitality. To be hale and hearty! To conquer mountains!
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Consider this: 7 out of 10 American adults are overweight or obese, and 6 out of 10 take a prescription drug. Childhood diseases like autism, cancer, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions are rampant. Healthcare expenditures are out of control, while outcomes get worse. By some estimates, medical mistakes are the third leading cause of death in the US. We view these statistics as a tragedy, and they spur us on daily to continue learning and growing this business.
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Paragon Health Coaching started in November of 2022, and we'd love to have you onboard. Even if you are more elderly or chronically ill, it's never too late to make changes. If any of our services piqued your interest, or you're struggling with a stubborn health issue, fill out the contact form below, and we will be in touch in less than 24 hours.