Program + One-on-One Coaching

The Living Well with Gastroparesis Program is designed to stand on its own as a self-guided resource, but some people feel more comfortable with personalized support as they work through it. I've created two coaching options with Living Well with Gastroparesis-certified coaches so you can choose the kind of help that fits you best.

If you want support around the emotional impact of gastroparesis, you'll be in good hands with Samantha Cook. If you're looking for accountability check-ins and help fine-tuning the details of your management plan, you'll want to work with Stefanie Maira. (Note: Stef currently has limited availability as she undergoes chemotherapy.)

Both packages include instant, lifetime access to the Living Well with Gastroparesis Program. Full program details here.

Program + Emotional & Coping Support (Samantha)
$449.00
One time

Get full access to the program, plus two private sessions with Samantha Cook, whose 25 years as a psychologist and lived experience with gastroparesis since 2010 add unique depth to her coaching and support. These sessions focus on emotional coping, the mental load of chronic illness, and reducing the fear–symptom spiral.

✓ Calm symptom-related fear and catastrophic thinking
✓ Process grief, frustration, and identity changes
✓ Reduce the fear–symptom loop that amplifies suffering
✓ Separate physical sensations from spiraling meaning
✓ Support nervous system regulation and emotional resilience
Program + Practical Help & Accountability (Stef)
$399.00
One time

Get full access to the program, plus three private sessions with Stefanie Maira, a Living Well with Gastroparesis coach who’s used this framework to reclaim her own life. Stef’s support is centered on practical, day-to-day guidance and gentle accountability, helping you turn the program content into sustainable habits.

✓ Ask practical questions as they come up in everyday life
✓ Feel supported as you experiment with food choices
✓ Create sustainable structure around management strategies
✓ Navigate flare-ups without losing momentum
✓ Stay accountable with steady check-ins and encouragement

This program is designed to support your medical care, not replace it. Always work with your healthcare team when making treatment or nutrition decisions.

  • "This is the resource I wish I'd had when I was first diagnosed and am so grateful to have now. It's full of useful advice from someone who really knows and takes time to explain what doctors don't. The bonus videos cover questions we've all had in a really honest way and give you hope to replace your fear. The main content is informative and full of useful explanations and practical tips. In three years of my condition I've yet to come across anyone who does this better."

    Ashley, United Kingdom

  • "After about 15 years of struggling with gastroparesis and going to both GI, diet, and primary doctors to no avail, I finally found someone who understood what I was experiencing both physically and psychologically. I not only appreciated the food guidelines as to quantity and specificity of what foods were most tolerated, but also the emotional support for what to do when I have a 'flare-up' or bad day. "

    Marilyn, Pennsylvania

  • "Whether newly diagnosed or diagnosed a long time ago, this is an extremely important resource for anyone with gastroparesis. This complicated condition is broken down and presented in a way that makes you realize that even though it may feel like a devastating diagnosis, there is hope, it is manageable, and you will thrive once again."

    Kim, Pennsylvania

  • "I loved this program!!!! I acquired gastroparesis from a brain injury with vagus nerve damage. Your program gives solid and insightful suggestions and guidance, that not only can I utilize for the gastroparesis but also the brain injury. I am excited again about food and living my life in joy! Thank you so much for the reminders!! I will definitely be re-watching your program whenever I need to remember the tools I have to help myself. I appreciate you!!!"

    Crystal L, Michigan

  • "This program is a one stop shop for someone starting out with gastroparesis, and even helpful for someone who's dealt with it for many years. As a caregiver, I was able to pull a lot of useful info out of this to help care for my children. I plan to use this to help teach them about GP and how to manage it themselves as they start becoming more responsible for their care. Thank you for creating such a well put together resource for everyone!!!"

    Somer, California

  • "Crystal deserves her own spot on everyone’s Dream Team list because she not only provides insight and tools, she is someone we can relate to. More often than not, our doctors, nutritionists, and therapists have never actually been diagnosed with a motility disorder, so no matter how much they try to help us, they often can only provide that outside perspective. Crystal is that bridge because she has lived the experiences she’s trying to help others with."

    Erin, Minnesota

Frequently Asked Questions

  • This program is for people living with gastroparesis who want clear, steady guidance for managing symptoms and day-to-day life with the condition — without fear-based messaging or one-size-fits-all rules.

    It’s a good fit if you:

    • Feel overwhelmed, anxious, or confused by your diagnosis

    • Want practical, adaptable dietary and lifestyle guidance

    • Are struggling with the mental and emotional toll of ongoing symptoms

    • Want to better understand what’s happening in your body so symptoms feel less frightening and unpredictable

    People tend to benefit most when they’re looking for:

    • A calmer, more sustainable way to live with gastroparesis

    • Insight into why symptoms happen, not just what to do

    • Support navigating real-life situations like flares, social events, travel, or changes in weight and appetite

    This program is designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with gastroparesis for years, and to help you reduce fear and regain a sense of normalcy, even if symptoms don’t disappear overnight.

  • Combining the program with one-on-one coaching can be especially beneficial when:

    • You want a collaborative space to explore how the program materials apply specifically to your circumstances.

    • You want to talk with someone who understands and has been where you are about moving beyond just managing symptoms to finding more peace and resilience in your daily life.

    • You’d value a supportive partner for accountability as you integrate new dietary and lifestyle shifts, ensuring the process feels sustainable rather than overwhelming.

    • You’re looking for real-time guidance to fine-tune the nuances of your management plan, helping you gain the clarity and confidence needed to trust your own wisdom and body.

    • You want to bridge the gap between knowing what to do and feeling empowered to do it.

  • When you purchase the Program + Coaching package, you’ll receive contact information for your coach so that you can work with them directly to set up your coaching sessions.

  • When you purchase the Program + Coaching package, you’ll receive immediate access to the program. You do not have to wait for your coaching sessions to start working through the material.

    You’ll have access to the program for the lifetime of the product, even after you’ve finished coaching, so that you can go back to it at anytime.

  • Read more about Samantha and Stef here.

  • Full program information is available here.