So, who is the wizard?
Justin, the wizard (‘e/‘im/‘ey), is a computer engineer, and ‘ey are experienced in the testing of electronics made of billions of tiny pieces. Justin decided to become a health & wellness coach (‘wizard’ if you prefer) after dealing with ‘is own chronic conditions for years. As things got worse for ‘em and diagnoses piled up over time, ‘ey did research and applied ‘is engineering skillset in determining ‘is own treatment needs. In addition, ‘es been comfortable mentoring and coaching (mostly adults, some teens) in one-on-one and small-group settings and ‘ey’ve extended that comfort into learning the skills necessary to be a game-runner* for tabletop role-playing games (TTRPGs).
These wizardly skills are now being directed towards the support of others.
* Most call this role, “DM” or “GM”, though due to the use of charged language in the M, here we prefer the term: “game-runner”
Our practice may be able to help all types of people by providing health & wellness coaching for people managing various health concerns, such as and not limited to the following:
Chronic Pain, Severe/Long-term Illness, Injuries, Surgical Recovery
PTSD, Anxiety, Stress, Depression
Bereavement, Job-Loss, Property-Loss, Local/Regional Disasters
Long-Term Infections and/or Lasting Effects (Long-Covid or similar)
Poor Sleep, Circadian Rhythm Concerns
Help preparing for your scheduled visits with a doctor or specialist
Having fun with metaphors is a big part of our coaching practice.
We will ALWAYS take your health as seriously as you or your doctor do, and we can have fun while doing that.
Coaching here involves a metaphor called ‘Spell Slots’ which is based on concepts seen in popular role-playing games. This is similar to a metaphor called ‘spoon theory’ which is found easily in a web search. This type of metaphor was made to help understand chronic conditions, and the ‘Spell Slot’ metaphor we’ll be using is:
We each have a certain number of Spell Slots, some health conditions limit our slots
We can use Spell Slots however we like to spend our energy by casting our ‘Spells’
We’ll eventually run out of that energy each day, even faster if we’re limited for some reason.
We need to rest our bodies and digest our food to recover ‘Spell Slots’ for the next day
On a more personal note, the wizard is supported at home by a wonderful partner, who provides artistic support, and that very-good chocolate lab in the pic! Our thanks to both of them for everything they do!
Who tells tales of the wizard’s skills?
Ashley Kesner
“I just had the best therapeutic health coaching session of my life. 😭
Justin, you are—in fact—a true wizard.
Thank you so much for being you and helping me bridge the gaps in my mind that sometimes I don’t even know exist until in the moment.
I’ll be honest, I’ve seen a lot of therapists in my 37 years of life, mainly because that’s what I’ve always been funneled to.
Not one has ever made me feel as seen, heard, validated, and evolved as I felt tonight within one session. Truly.
They generally regurgitate the same thing I’m saying back to them or ask questions I’ve already answered. #iykyk
Big nope here.
This dude takes the cake for me. Truly epic guidance and inventive vibration.
I highly, highly, highly recommend.
Thank you again. 🤘🏼
Oh and PS. If you’re over there eye-rolling thinking you don’t need a coach…
…you’re the exact type of person who needs a coach. lol.
Alright I’m out. Sweet dreams from PA!
#healthcoach #founders #weirdlinkedin”
Romina Massa 🐙
“Justin isn’t just a coach. They’re a quest guide for your nervous system.
In a single intake session, they helped me reframe my inner challenges as a narrative I could actually move through. With gentle curiosity and no pressure, they offered thoughtful reflections, actionable insights, and a surprisingly magical metaphor that felt more affirming than clinical. They asked powerful questions, held space for both honesty and imagination, and offered suggestions that showed deep understanding of neurodivergent experiences, without ever pathologizing me.
Their presence is steady, kind, and creatively attuned. I left the session feeling seen, supported, and more hopeful about my own capacity for rest and repair.
Highly recommend for anyone who wants to protect their 'mind-castle' and reclaim their peace.”
Kat
Playing Daggerheart
as “Clover”
“I enjoyed the opportunity to play Daggerheart with this wizard leading the way!
They were accommodating and understanding of me being a TTRPG newb and worked with me to ensure the process was fun and not too overwhelming for me. They did a great job facilitating the session and pivoting as my orb threw ridiculous choices into the mix.
You could feel their passion through the Zoom room and tell that they put a lot of thought and care into game preparation to ensure we all had an amazing experience.
Thank you for a fun gameplay session, Justin!
If anyone is looking for an awesome wizard to guide your gameplay experience, especially one who is also trained as a health & wellness coach, look no further!”
Francisco
Playing Daggerheart
as “Clover’s Whispering Orb”
“I recently had the honor of playing a Daggerheart one-shot GMed by JP, and it was an absolute treat.
They are a masterful storyteller, which even in our one session together was clear and filled with humor and wit.
Their story frame was unique and each encounter was different from the last. But what truly sets them apart is their ability to balance a well-crafted adventure with player freedom.
They embraced our chaotic plans with patience, grace and smile on their face… and they always managed to surprise us in return with their great improvisational skills.
