Seer of superpowers.

Goal getter.

Joy dealer.

Professional hype human.

Master of reinvention.

Wearer of pink pantsuits.

Meet Coach Andrea

Andrea Gharritt

Hi! I am the human behind The Empowered Clinician, a coaching & consulting practice centered around empowering & enabling physicians, practitioners, and bold leaders to thrive in the healthcare arena.

As a trained dietitian turned executive coach, I have a deep appreciation for those who’ve made it their job to keep us all alive & well every single day. I also see the massive gap in impactful and evidence-based support for healthcare practitioners.

I believe its time we give our physicians & healthcare leaders the executive treatment.

Your job is incredibly important. And the industry you work in is highly unique. Because of that, I have taken special measures to be uniquely qualified to support you as a Certified Physician & Healthcare Development Coach.

Having worked with over 2,500 humans in the last 13 years – executives, VPs, physicians, directors, lawyers, professors, engineers, nurses, etc. – my passion is to support you in becoming exactly the kind of leader you desire, with the tools & resources to cultivate your version of extraordinary.

I live with my husband, Quillan, and sweet little pup, Sammy in Minneapolis, Minnesota where I love to enjoy the incredible food scene, time outdoors, a good book on a patio (when it’s NOT winter!), dancing with abandon, and fully belly laughs while watching comedy (both LIVE & from the comforts of my couch… thank you, Netflix!).

MPH, RDN, LDN, BCC, CIEC

Founder & Lead Coach of The Empowered Clinician

  • Master Certified Physician & Healthcare Development Coach

  • Board Certified Coach

  • Gallup Certified Global Strengths Coach

  • The Power of Embodied Transformation through Coaches Rising

  • Masters in Public Health

  • Registered & Licensed Dietitian

  • Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor

  • Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science

Education & Training

What Clients Are Saying

  • "I had the privilege of being coached by Andrea. Through her wisdom, insight, and experience Andrea helped me to expand what was possible and to see who I am in an expansive and affirming way. She is well grounded, with an unassuming presence that evokes immediate trust and engagement. She is an outstanding coach. I highly recommend her. "

    Ed Millermaier, MD, MBA, FACP, ACC

  • "Andrea has a wonderful energy and I immediately felt seen and understood as we began to talk. She was able to help me clarify my needs and priorities, and then take action to meet them. I’d highly recommend Andrea as a coach."

    Rosalind Kaplan, MD; Physician & Author

  • "Working with Andrea has been one of the highlights of my career. Her coaching brings you to a free and safe mental space in which you can explore all of your professional challenges and aspirations. She inspires you to dig deeply and find the best in yourself and commit to the best version of who you can be. Andrea is a superb coach and the physician community is lucky to have her. "

    John S. Schneider MD, MA, FACS, Division Chief & Associate Professor

  • “Getting to meet and work with Andrea has been a blessing in my life. She is a gifted coach whose feedback can feel like a breath of fresh air offering crystal clear clarity. Andrea strengthened my resolve to follow through on my core callings and dreams. I look forward to the next time our paths cross.”

    Linda L.M. Worley, MD, Psychiatrist, Professor of Psychiatry, Chief Wellness Officer

Humans are humans, are humans.

Regardless of title, position, education, salary, race, gender, age, etc. ALL humans need & deserve security, dignity & belonging.

Coaching is a safe & strategic playground for you to be human – meet your needs, get a little messy, flex your creativity, stay curious & build relationship with your Highest Wisdom self as you move towards the extraordinary you desire.

My Coaching Philosophy

You are in capable hands.

The word “coaching” gets thrown around quite a bit these days, making it hard to understand what coaching actually is and what to look for in an excellent coach. (Check out this video to learn a little bit more.)

Here’s the thing, I don’t want you to invest in anything less than extraordinary, especially when it comes to coaching. That is why I have spent the last 13 years honing my talents & building my skillset with education, training, research & reading. I have worked with thousands of individuals from all sorts of backgrounds in all sorts of industries. I continue to prioritize my own growth, development & wellbeing every day so I can show up in the highest service of you every, single session.

I care deeply about this work and believe in it’s power to transform.

And like you, I strive for excellence. I do everything with my full ass.

See the FAQs below for answers to more of your burning coaching questions.

FAQ: What kind of coaching do you specialize in?

FAQ: What is your coaching style?

FAQ: What is the difference between therapy & coaching?

FAQ: How do I know that you are legit?

FAQs

  • Coaching is not telling people what to do; it is helping them clarify and be in ownership of their life. It is helping them evaluate what they are doing now in their life in the light of their goals, dreams, values and intentions. It gives them new choices and leads to change. Coaching helps a person go beyond the mental blocks of what they thought was possible.

    Coaching works as a partnership between coach and client, it helps to clarify goals, to make them challenging and motivating, then to achieve those goals with the energy that comes from their deepest values.

    Coaches are specially trained to work with people in all walks of life to help them achieve their goals, live their values, and be the best they can be. (International Coaching Community)

  • The client comes to therapy or counseling because they want relief from psychological and/or physical symptoms.

    They want to get away from pain or discomfort rather than move towards desired goals. Therapy and counseling often seek to understand the past and what went wrong in order to be better in the present. Coaching focuses on the present and future.

    Some of the best clients are those that have participated in therapy as we use those learnings to inform designs & actions to move forward.

  • I offer different program lengths & frequencies. The program that is right for you & your goals will be discussed during your FREE Connection Call.

    Regardless of program frequency & length, all coaching programs are delivered virtually via a secure platform.

    You will also have access to your coach in between sessions for on-going, in-real-time support.

    In between sessions you will be expected to work on your action items, field work, journal reflections. Coaching is just about what happens in the session but also the effort you put into your goals in between sessions.

  • This is a really fair question and one I want you to take seriously.

    Coaching is a vessel for this amazing, intimate, high-energy, high-action relationship between humans. It’s a space for vulnerability and your whole, gritty humanity. And often this relationship is over an extended period of time. So it’s REALLY important that you find a coach with a style, vibe, and energy that fits you.

    This is why every single person I work with has a Connection Call with me first. This is a no-pressure, chemistry check. I get to learn more about you – your goals, your challenges, your story. And you get to learn about me, ask your questions & gut check whether it feels right for you.

    If I am not the right fit for you, totally fair. I will cheer you on as you find the support you are looking for. However, if The Empowered Clinician is the right for you, you’ll know.

    You’ll feel it in your bones.

    You’ve made it this far... do a gut check. If the idea of coaching is giving you butterflies or lighting a little fire within you... if it is igniting excitement & maybe some nervous energy, you are on to something.

    This is usually the intersection of your purpose, where all the magic & growth happens.

    Lean into it. Let’s connect and give you more information to work with. You can ask questions and see if this is the right fit for you.

  • The tuition for each program is different, based on duration of your coaching journey & frequency of our sessions. We will talk about what is best for you based on your goals & needs during the Connection Call.

    However, you can expect to invest between $3,500-$15,000 on 1-on-1 coaching and minimum of $5000 for team coaching.

Schedule a Connection Call & see what’s possible with the right support.

There’s no commitment, pressure, or obligation. This is a chemistry call – opportunity for me to hear your story & needs and an opportunity for you to learn more about coaching, get your questions answered, and feel me out.