About
Marie-Annick Courtier
Discover Marie-Annick's inspiring life story and how her resilience
and passion for helping others achieve well-being have shaped her career.
Discover Marie-Annick's inspiring life story and
how her resilience and passion for helping others achieve well-being have shaped her career.
Welcome and Bienvenue!
About me
In the charming shadow of the Eiffel Tower, my early years were anything but idyllic. My childhood, marked by dyslexia, hardships, and personal trauma, was a testament to resilience. These trials shaped me into a fierce individual who refused to bow down to adversity. With the support of my family and the wisdom of Vietnamese Zen Master Nguyen Tien, I began a journey toward personal growth that would define my future.
My perseverance bore fruit when I became a French and European Table Tennis Champion. After working in the steel industry for a few years, I moved to California, where I met my future husband. Seeking a more meaningful work life, I pursued extensive education and work experiences to embark on a coaching career focused on health, wellness, and well-being. Driven by my passion to make a difference in people's lives, I started my coaching business in 2000.
I developed "The Healthy Chef Certificate Program" early on, collaborated with scientist Apostolos Pappas on "The Saint-Tropez Diet", and authored dozens of healthy cookbooks afterwards. For more than two decades, I worked with major organizations to promote health and wellness. I helped create food products, wellness program across various industries, and helped many individuals around the world to change their lives for the better. As an accomplished entrepreneur, coach, and author; I continue to inspire and bring positive changes to people's lives, embodying resilience and fortitude.
WHAT I AM MOST PROUD OF
- My former students and loyal clients, who trusted me and backed my mission of fostering progress for all. Their unwavering support fuels my determination to make a difference in this world.
- The impact of my work that extends beyond the boundaries of my interactions. The heartfelt testimonies and messages I received are a testament to the meaningful results achieved here and far away.
MY MISSION
To foster well-being, mindfulness, and personal accountability. I aim to illuminate the path toward self-improvement while alleviating suffering. My mission is to promote love, compassion, serenity, joy, and happiness.
MY CORE VALUES
Love, Respect, Integrity, Responsibility, Service, and Excellence.
Marie-Annick Courtier has been endorsed
and trusted by:
Marie-Annick Courtier has been endorsed and trusted by:
Scientists, Doctors, Registered Dietitians, Nurses, Wellness & Healthy Lifestyle Experts, Executives, Child Nutrition Programs, Educational & Nonprofit Organizations, Youth & Sports Programs, Lawyers, Teachers, Religious Leaders, Chefs, Coaches, Farmers, and many more.
With over 100 testimonials and experience
navigating diverse, high-stress environments,
she has a proven track record of success.
Healthier Recipes
Over the last two decades,
Marie Annick Courtier has created more than 1000 recipes to promote healthier cooking and eating.
Many have been published
and used in various educational outlets or blogs.
Enjoy a few of her
FREE recipes
in the Blog section
or download
a few samples below.
Her books are available at
GOODREADS and AMAZON.
PROVEN AND EFFECTIVE COACHING
Marie-Annick's expertise benefited
Kid Healthy- Cooking Up Change - St. Vincent de Paul - Mercy House - CareMore Medical Health Care Group - Diabetic Association - Multiple Sclerosis Association/Foundation - Nesta - Dr. Apostolos Pappas - Dr. Stuart Fisher, Park Avenue diet Center - Lucho Crisalle, R.D. - James Villepigue, Fitness Guru - Hugo Rivera, Fitness Expert - D. Dunn, Football Professional - McDermott-Will & Emery Law Office - Prudential California Realty - Farmers Insurance - MLC Solutions - ii Chef International Association - Ben's Original, Mars Company - French Gourmet - Food Power, Inc. - Paris Bistro - Century Business College - Coronado Yacht Club - France Organics - Girl Scouts of America - Allstate Insurance Company - Community Senior Services, Inc. - Premium Gold Flax/Miller Family - LMDT French Organic Products - Crispa Crepes - Hatherleigh Press - Kum Ng with his Parkinson Disease Book - OCSA - OC High Schools - ACF - Local Colleges - World-Class Athletes - Thousands of Individuals.
The Elles Collective, Network Ambassador, to support and empower French Women Entrepreneurs in the USA and France.
I honor and appreciate the trust and confidence that many have placed in me these past decades, especially when sharing some of their deepest, often difficult, personal issues with me.
Testimonials
Marie-Annick is a professional, knowledgeable, compassionate, and skillful individual who brings undeniable human progress. She is a joy to work with and very supportive. I highly recommend her services. Her inspiring coaching finally made me make the changes I needed in my life. I could not be happier. Thank you, Coach Marie.
Thank you, Coach Marie-Annick, for all your coaching tips. My table tennis game has improved and I feel more confident about my abilities.
Marie-Annick's healthy recipes will open your eyes to how easy and fun it can be to maintain a balanced diet. With the fresh healthy ingredients in her appetizing meals, you will provide your body with the nutrients it needs to keep you healthy.
MARIE-ANNICK'S AWARDS
- 2015 to 2025 - Spectrum Award For Excellence in Customer Service for 10 years in a row!
- 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 - Kid Healthy OC Volunteer Recognition Award
- 2011, 2012, 2013 - Outstanding Service Award - ACF OC/LA
- 2012 - Santa Ana Certificate of Recognition - ACF Chef & Child Foundation.
- 2012 - OC Fair Excellence in Culinary Arts and in Culinary Judging.
- 2011 - Santa Ana Proclamation for Recognizing Childhood Nutrition and Hunger Day, Malnutrition, and Obesity.
- 2010 to 2012 - IIChef - Emeritus CEO of USA and France - Creation of specific formulation for school and college cafeterias dietary programs.
MARIE-ANNICK'S AWARDS
- 2015 to 2025 - Spectrum Award For Excellence in Customer Service for 10 years in a row!
- 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 - Kid Healthy OC Volunteer Recognition Award
- 2011, 2012, 2013 - Outstanding Service Award - ACF OC/LA
- 2012 - Santa Ana Certificate of Recognition - ACF Chef & Child Foundation.
- 2012 - OC Fair Excellence in Culinary Arts and in Culinary Judging.
- 2011 - Santa Ana Proclamation for Recognizing Childhood Nutrition and Hunger Day, Malnutrition, and Obesity.
- 2010 to 2012 - IIChef - Emeritus CEO of USA and France - Creation of specific formulation for school and college cafeterias dietary programs.
Marie-Annick Appeared In
Proud Moments
I am honored and grateful to be featured in various media outlets over the last decades.
Thank you for the recognition of my work and your support.
MY ENDLESS LEARNING TO SERVE YOU BETTER!
Marie-Annick's Credentials
- French & European Table Tennis Champion
- Top-ranked Tennis Player in United States
- Sports Psychology Certificate - INS FFTT
- Certified Club, State, and National Coach - FFTT
- Certified Club, State, and National Coach - USTTA
- Certified PTR Tennis Coach - USTA Accredited
- Certified Soccer Coach - CYSA
- Business Management Certificate - CCI Paris, France
- Certified Fitness Nutrition Coach - Exercise & Nutrition Works
- Studies/Certifications in Fitness Training, Nutrition, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), Sports Performance, Sports Hypnosis, Life Coaching, Online Coaching, and Master Health and Wellness Coach - Nesta
- Certified Train The Trainer - Peak Potentials
- Certified for Good Brain, Bad Brain, and Brain Function - University of Birmingham
- Certified Mindfulness for Well-Being and Peak Performance - Monash University
- Certified Food as Medicine - Monash University
- Certified Cognitive-Emotional Re-Alignment with Hemispheric Integration - Success Design International
- Trained in physical, mental, and spiritual health through mindfulness, cognitive behaviorial modifications and stress relief (similar to CBT and MSBR), science-based nutrition, mindful lifestyle, and multiple relaxation techniques
- University of Dyslexic Thinking 2 courses: 1. Entrepreneurs & Startup Mentality. 2. Changemakers and Activism
- Master Creator and Instructor of the "Healthy Chef Program, a certification syllabus that promotes healthy eating and lifestyle. Imitated but never equaled in various industries.
- Creator and Instructor of the 3D Method, a Buddhist-based practice for the right development of the mind, body, heart, and healthy lifestyle.
- Buddhist Master - Transmitted Mahayana Teachings with more than 40 years of practice. I received the authority to teach from my longtime teacher, Master Nguyen Tien.
- Master of Buddhism Studies - ULC Modesto Seminary
- Ordained Minister - ULC Modesto Seminary
- Commerce Management Certificate - CCI Paris, France.
- Culinary Arts Diploma - Century Business College
- ACF and IACF Accredited World Pastry Training
- Certified Level I, II, and III Wilton Cake School
- Certified A to Z Guide Wines - Winemaker
- Certified Ecole des Vins de France: Viniculture & Oenology
- Certified WSET - Level 2 Wines and Spirits
- Certified Nutrition Specialist - Exercise & Nutrition Works
- Certified in Personal Fitness Chef and Sport Nutrition Nesta
And let's not forget the lessons learned, the knowledge acquired, and the skills developed through all my life experiences!
