Santi Tanikella
Physician-led life coach for exhausted parents and healthcare professionals
| Hourly rate range | $80 to $150 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Confidence and self-esteemStress and overwhelmWork-life balanceStress and burnoutFunctional and integrative health |
| Works with | Parents, Physicians and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Health coach and Parenting coach |
| Credentials | Board certified Pediatrician; Integrative Medicine specialist; Fellowship, Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine; Trained through The Life Coach School; HeartMath Biofeedback Trauma-Sensitive Certified Practitioner |
| Practice | I AM Well MD |
Santi Tanikella is a pediatrician and life coach who helps exhausted parents break free from overwhelm. She also works with healthcare professionals on burnout and resilience. She founded I AM Well MD during COVID. It blends life coaching with mind-body practices like mindfulness and breathwork. She is a board certified pediatrician and Integrative Medicine specialist. She has led physician wellness lectures, workshops and retreats since 2006.
What Santi helps with
Santi helps people who feel worn out and stuck in overwhelm. She works on stress, self-doubt and relationships.
- Quieting the inner critic
- Overcoming imposter syndrome
- Moving beyond perfectionism
- Leaving work at work
- Managing stress without feeling overwhelmed
- Building stronger relationships
- Living in line with your values
- Reducing burnout and emotional exhaustion
Who Santi works with
Santi coaches parents who feel physically, emotionally and mentally drained. She also works with individuals, families, healthcare professionals and organizations who want to build resilience and well-being.
How Santi works
Santi combines life coaching with mind-body practices. These include mindfulness, breathwork and relaxation, stress management, cognitive reframing, emotional regulation skills, and gratitude and compassion practices. Clients name obstacles, build strategies to work past them, and leave with tools they can use in any situation. Work begins with a conversation about goals and what stands in the way. Santi then builds a plan for the client.
Background and qualifications
Santi Tanikella is a board certified pediatrician and Integrative Medicine specialist. She studied at Rosemont College, then Drexel University College of Medicine. She completed residency at the Children's Hospital at Montefiore and a fellowship with the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine. She trained in meditation, mindfulness, clinical hypnosis, Reiki and Ayurvedic lifestyle. She holds a HeartMath Biofeedback Trauma-Sensitive certification. She trained as a life coach through The Life Coach School. She has led physician wellness lectures, workshops and retreats since 2006.
Santi Tanikella pricing
Programs and services
- Free Clarity Call
- One-on-one life coaching
- Podcast
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A board certified pediatrician and integrative medicine specialist who pairs life coaching with mind-body practices.
Best for tired parents and healthcare professionals who want tools for stress, burnout and self-doubt.
Common questions
How much does Santi Tanikella charge?
Coaching with Santi runs $80 to $150 an hour. Message Santi from this page for an exact quote.
What does Santi Tanikella help with?
Santi Tanikella helps with quieting the inner critic, overcoming imposter syndrome, moving beyond perfectionism and leaving work at work.
Is Santi Tanikella certified?
Santi Tanikella lists: Board certified Pediatrician; Integrative Medicine specialist; Fellowship, Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine; Trained through The Life Coach School; HeartMath Biofeedback Trauma-Sensitive Certified Practitioner.
Does Santi Tanikella coach healthcare professionals?
Yes. She has led wellness lectures, workshops and retreats for physicians and health care providers since 2006.
What is a mind-body approach in Santi's coaching?
She adds practices like mindfulness, breathwork and emotional regulation skills to life coaching. These help clients manage stress and build resilience.
How do I contact Santi Tanikella?
Send Santi a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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