Working with individuals looking to improve their health outcomes is my passion! I am a Doctor of Public Health and focused on Health Promotion and Education in my studies. I have been blessed with a career in law enforcement where I can use my education and knowledge through the intersection of public health and law enforcement perspectives.

I have spent nearly three decades working with individuals who have experienced significant setbacks in their lives, and as I wind down this career, I wanted to enhance the experience I’ve gained by becoming a Master Certified Health Coach. Working with individuals who are curious, motivated, and excited about identifying, striving for, and achieving their health goals, no matter how big or small excites me! I am a triathlete, marathoner, and lifelong learner who has had bilateral hip surgery, so I understand setbacks and how to overcome them!

When I’m not coaching, you can find me in the outdoors hiking, or fly-fishing on any body of beautiful water. I am a tap dancer, and a founding Board Member of the Whittier Community Foundation, dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals in Whittier, CA. I am certified through the Department of Justice for jail and prison auditing, a Certified Jail Manager, and a Certified Health Coach through the Dr. Sears Wellness Institute. I run my own consulting firm, Dalton Consulting, LLC, where I focus primarily on audits and health coaching!

I hold a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree from Loma Linda University, and master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Social and Health Sciences from California State University, Chico.

Karen S. Dalton, DrPH, CJM, MCHC – Master Certified Health Coach