A Food Addictions Coach is a certified professional who helps people break free from compulsive eating, sugar dependence, and emotional food behaviors by focusing on both the addiction and the behavioral sides of eating. Unlike a nutritionist who prescribes meal plans, or a therapist who works primarily on past trauma, a food addictions coach meets clients where they are and gives them practical tools to change their relationship with food in real time.

They are trained to recognize the symptoms and rituals of food addiction, guide clients through sugar detox and withdrawal, and use strategies like food mood journaling, craving interrupters, and habit rewiring to help clients gain control. A coach also understands the role of brain chemistry and emotions in cravings, so they can teach healthier substitutions, mindfulness practices, and recovery routines that last.

Definitely. Many therapists, counselors, coaches and case managers take this training to add practical coaching tools to their work. You’ll also earn 26 CEUs and leave with real-world methods that go beyond traditional therapy.

A coach focuses on present and future action, while a therapist often works on healing the past. A therapist may explore deep trauma, diagnose mental health conditions, or provide clinical treatment, but many clients who struggle with food addiction don’t meet the criteria for therapy—or they want hands-on tools to change their daily habits now. That’s where a coach comes in.

A food addictions coach helps clients build new routines, track cravings, stay accountable, and create sustainable recovery plans. The work is forward-moving, practical, and results-driven. Coaches don’t replace therapists; instead, they complement them by filling the gap between treatment and real-world follow-through. Clients often choose a coach because they want immediate strategies, accountability, and support to break the cycle of food cravings and compulsive eating—without the stigma or long timelines that therapy can carry.

Nope. This certification is designed for coaches, mentors, educators, parents, and people with lived experience—no clinical degree or license needed. As long as you’re committed to helping others grow, and move forward, this program will give you the tools and credential to do it.

As a certified Food Addictions Coach, your earning potential depends on how you structure your practice and client base. Many coaches begin charging $75–$150 per hour for one-on-one sessions, with more experienced or specialized coaches charging $200–$250+ per hour in high-demand markets. Group coaching programs can bring in even more—running a 10-week group at $499–$699 per person with 10 clients can generate $5,000–$7,000 per program cycle.

Some coaches choose to package their services into monthly programs (e.g., $500–$1,500/month for ongoing coaching and accountability), while others add income streams by teaching workshops, running online courses, or partnering with treatment centers and wellness programs.

Most students complete the training and earn their certification in 8 to 10 weeks. You’ll have access to on-demand video modules, plus 10 weeks of live mentorship, so you can move at your own pace with expert guidance along the way.