Released on: May 17, 2008, 2:19 pm

Press Release Author: JILL MCGRATH, M.A. MFT

Industry: Small Business

Press Release Summary: Evidence suggests physical outlets provide experience
necessary for truly effective growth and change. Alternative, holistic, activity
based life coaching approach to psychology allows for health and healing in a fun,
hands on way allowing for empowerment and fulfillment toward living a balanced and
enjoyable life.

Press Release Body: PACIFIC BEACH, Calif., May 17, 2008. San Diego based Pro-Active
Life Concepts has launched a new approach to mental health and wellness targeting
the coastal community and beyond- alternative, holistic, activity based life
coaching that yields immediate and long lasting benefits for the person desiring a
higher level of balance, connection, and personal success. The majority of people
live their lives amidst fears that can hold them back from having positive life
experiences and instead suffer from a lack of health and wellness, often manifesting
through physical and/or psychological symptoms.
Like a personal trainer for the body, mind, and spirit, this new coaching approach
takes mental health outside of the office and into nature, a nearby restaurant,
yoga studio, social gathering, and a variety of other locations that allow clients
to face fears and achieve wellness. To address the rising need for people seeking
to maximize their full potential Pro-Active Life Concepts was launched to inspire
and promote change through the combination of activity and psychological coaching.
This alternative approach was developed to fit the changing times as more people
become aware of the importance of living a balanced life and the need for learning
how to put these desires into practice. This active life coaching approach
responds to the more progressive movement of people who put lifestyle and health as
a priority for increased longevity, happiness, and fulfillment in achieving goals
such as achieving a healthy work-family-life balance and living an environmentally
conscious life. By combining physical activity and coaching, individuals are
discovering passions that motivate and promote overall health and wellness.
The physical health benefits of exercise are well established but there is also
growing research evidence of links between physical activity and mental health
benefits, including mood elevation, better cognitive functioning and improved
self-perception, self-esteem and self-efficacy. Physical activity has also been
shown to enhance the effectiveness of psychological therapies and to have a role in
improving quality of life and symptom management for people with a wide range of
mental health problems. Physical activity is now firmly established as an approach
by which a variety of mental health problems may be improved, either as a sole
intervention or in conjunction with other therapeutic options.
In providing an alternative approach to living a life fueled by passion and
conscious awareness with a strong emphasis on activity, clients engage in activities
that are challenging and which promote a higher level of personal success and
fulfillment. Coaching can include any combination of hands on coaching sessions and
workshops, phone coaching, as well as supplemental email support.

About Pro-Active Life Concepts

Pro-Active Life Concepts is a unique company targeting individuals who desire
enrichment and fulfillment on a higher level than previously achievable. Based in
San Diego, CA, and headed by Jill McGrath, M.A. MFT, a life coach and relationship
expert with extensive experience in the field of wellness working with individuals,
couples, families, and corporations. A former PR professional, as well as private
and residential practice therapist, Jill has developed custom tailored and hands on
lifestyle concepts designed to achieve life change in an active, fun, and holisitic
manner that allows clients to engage in life to ensure personal success and
fulfillment. For more information, visit http://www.pro-activelifeconcepts.com.

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For more information, or to schedule an interview or consultation with Jill McGrath
call 858-699-0378 or email beingproactive@mac.com.

References:
Faulkner G, Biddle S (2001) Exercise and Mental Health: It\'s Just Not Psychology!
Journal of Sf
Arts Sciences 19 433-444.
Jones, Martin (2004) Promoting Mental Health Through Physical Activity: Examples
from Practice, Journal of Mental Health Promotion.



Web Site: http://www.pro-activelifeconcepts.com

Contact Details: Jill McGrath, M.A. MFT, Life Coach
Pro-Active Life Concepts
San Diego, CA 92109
Web: www.pro-activelifeconcepts.com
Email: beingproactive@mac.com
Phone: 858.699.0378