JILL GARAFFA, MS, OTR/L, PCC

Jill Garaffa, MS, OTR/L, PCC is a NJ licensed occupational therapist & professional certified life coach that has been in practice for over 30 years. Through combining the science of occupational therapy with the art of life coaching, Jill produces breakthrough results for her clients in areas of life that are important to them, including their personal health, relationships & career.



Jill has created a cash based private practice, incorporating the framework & theories of occupational therapy with the primary intervention of life coaching. She is a catalyst for change with "Invisible Activities of Daily Living", masterfully uncovering blind spots in the thoughts, beliefs, language, values, motivations and mindsets that affect personal & professional growth. Her style of coaching is gentle, insightful & encouraging, inspiring genuine action to enhance quality of life by bridging the gap between knowing & doing.



Jill has coached clients from all over the world, in eight different time zones, from the Continental United States and Hawaii to the United Kingdom and Australia. Her clients include high level corporate executives, physicians, health care professionals, business owners, stay at home moms and students.



In addition to working with personal & corporate clients, Jill is a published author and conducts on-site training & wellness programs in her community to support clients with managing stress and emotions, improving teamwork and elevating communication.



Speaker Disclosures:


Financial: Jill Garaffa is the owner and founder of Seeds of Change Health & Wellness Coaching, LLC and has employment relationships with Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Tinton Falls. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.


Non-financial: Jill Garaffa is a member of Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching Coach Community and AOTA. She has a professional relationship with International Coach Federation.