How to Bring Structure to Client Sessions (So You’re Not Just Winging It)
Feel awkward leading client sessions? You’re not alone — but it doesn’t have to stay that way.
Let’s be real — no one talks about how awkward follow-up sessions can be when you’re first starting out.
You’ve done the initial intake, gone over the client’s goals, maybe delivered a test result… and now what?
You still have 45 minutes left on the clock, and your brain is screaming:
“What am I supposed to say now?”
It’s stressful. But it doesn’t have to be.
With a little structure and a few simple tools, your client sessions can feel purposeful, professional, and even fun (yes, really). Here’s how to bring flow and confidence into your follow-ups — without overthinking every word.
1. Use a Loose Framework (Not a Script)
You don’t need a word-for-word script — but you do need a rhythm.
Try something like this:
Quick check-in: wins, challenges, changes
Review any food/mood/symptom logs
Address 1–2 focused education topics (Need inspo? Check out these slide decks)
Outline what’s next (food, lifestyle, supplement tweaks)
Confirm next steps + accountability
This simple structure gives you flexibility and direction — the best of both worlds.
2. Let Visuals Guide the Conversation
Nothing fills awkward silence faster than a slide deck or client handout.
Having a visual anchor:
Makes the session feel more interactive
Helps you teach concepts clearly
Keeps your client engaged and on track
Gives you something to fall back on when your mind blanks
Try this: Use a Canva slide deck or printable handout to guide your client through digestion, blood sugar, minerals, or mindset support. Even 2–3 slides can make a huge difference.
3. Keep a Bank of Educational Topics Ready
The best sessions aren’t always reactionary — they’re proactive.
Between sessions, jot down 1–2 topics you want to cover next based on your client’s goals or symptom patterns.
For example:
Low energy? Teach about adrenal minerals
Cravings? Cover blood sugar balance
Digestive drama? Walk through meal hygiene basics
If you’re not sure what to teach, my Canva Presentation Decks are a great place to start.
4. Use Templates to Cut Down Prep Time
The prep for client sessions can easily spiral into hours of over-researching.
But when you have done-for-you tools like:
Session planning templates
Educational decks
Follow-up forms
Handouts you can tweak and reuse
… you’ll spend less time overthinking and more time actually supporting your clients.
Need a place to start? Grab the Mini Client Session Toolkit — it’s a free download packed with structure-building tools and prompts to make your next session smoother.
5. Know That Structure = Safety (for Them and for You)
Clients want structure — it helps them feel supported, seen, and cared for.
When they know what to expect (and you know where you're going), sessions stop feeling like a guessing game and start feeling like real transformation.
Wrapping Up
You don’t need a fancy system or years of experience to lead a confident, impactful session. You just need a simple framework, a few go-to tools, and the permission to not wing it anymore.
