Work with Gabriele
Personalized guidance for whole health — wherever you are in the world.
A Different Kind of Health Support
Gabriele's work is not about quick fixes or rigid protocols. It is about learning to listen to your body, understand the language of food and energy, and make choices that genuinely nourish you — at every level.
Through a personalized macrobiotic approach, she guides clients in supporting the body's natural anti-inflammatory response, restoring gut health, improving digestion, balancing blood sugar, and cultivating healthy aging, lasting vitality, and overall well-being through the healing power of whole foods and mindful living.
Whether you are navigating a health challenge, seeking renewed energy, or simply ready to live with greater intention, Gabriele meets you where you are and guides you toward practical, sustainable changes that support lifelong well-being.
What is Macrobiotics?
Macrobiotic is a timeless system of holistic principles and dynamic practices that guides choices in nutrition, activity, and lifestyle for physical, emotional, mental, social, and environmental health.
Ways to Work Together
10-Step Wellness Program
A guided step-by-step program designed to help you build a strong foundation for lasting health through the principles of macrobiotic living.Working together at a comfortable pace, you will learn how to make practical, sustainable changes that support your body's natural healing capacity and overall well-being.
Program Highlights
- A personalized, step-by-step wellness plan
- Whole-food nutrition and macrobiotic principles
- Support for the body's natural anti-inflammatory response, gut health, and healthy aging
- Guidance for creating balanced meals and daily lifestyle practices
- Ongoing education, encouragement, and practical tools to help you build lifelong habits
Designed as a comprehensive program with continued guidance and support throughout your wellness journey.
Enquire About This ProgramPrivate Counseling Sessions
For those seeking focused support for a specific concern — whether navigating a health condition, a life transition, or deepening their understanding of the macrobiotic way of life — private counseling sessions offer a warm, unhurried space to explore your unique needs and receive personalized guidance.Together, we create practical, sustainable strategies that support your body's natural healing capacity while honoring your individual goals, lifestyle, and stage of life.
Choose a Private Session For
- Individual health concerns and chronic conditions
- Personalized nutrition and lifestyle guidance
- Digestive health, inflammation, and metabolic balance
- Menopause, healthy aging, and life transitions
- Breath, movement, and relaxation guidance
Available as single consultations or as an ongoing series for continued guidance and support.
Enquire About This ProgramPersonalized Menu Planning
A personalized meal plan builds upon the education you receive during your counseling session, helping you apply macrobiotic principles, food selection, and cooking methods in your everyday life.As your needs change, your meal plan can be updated to reflect what you have learned during future counseling sessions. More than a collection of menus, it is a practical guide that helps you put your learning into everyday practice.
Each Plan Includes
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Organic, natural, whole foods
- Easy-to-follow recipe instructions with preparation and cooking times
- Creative ways to use leftovers, saving time and reducing food waste
Available as a standalone service or as a complement to your counseling sessions.
Choose Your Plan
1-Week Plan
Seven days of personalized breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
2-Week Plan
Fourteen days of personalized menus with additional meal choices and cooking ideas.
3-Week Plan (Recommended)
Twenty-one days of personalized menus designed to help you become familiar with your new way of eating and gain confidence in your kitchen.
Free Introductory Session
Every new client begins with a complimentary introductory conversation. This is a gentle, no-pressure session — a chance for you to share where you are, ask questions, and sense whether working with Gabriele feels right for you.
- 30-minute complimentary conversation
- No commitment required
- Available by phone or video
- A warm, unhurried first step
From a program client
"Gabriele Kushi's Distance Macrobiotic Wellness Program was a deep and powerful experience for me — both for my physical health and for connecting more deeply with my own intuition and understanding of myself. Working with her closely over an extended period allowed me to integrate macrobiotics as a holistic lifestyle into my everyday living. She crafted our sessions and coaching to truly meet the needs of my body and soul. I am very grateful for her outstanding counsel."Sarah H. — Montana, USA
What Clients Say
"Working with Gabriele changed my relationship with food entirely. I came to her exhausted and overwhelmed, and within a few months I had more energy than I had in years. Her guidance is wise, practical, and deeply kind."
"Gabriele has a rare gift — she listens not just to what you say, but to what your body is telling her. Her recommendations were specific, doable, and transformative. I am so grateful for her work."
"I was skeptical about distance counseling, but Gabriele made it feel completely personal. She understood my situation immediately and gave me a clear, compassionate path forward. I recommend her without reservation."
Client Documents
Before your first session, please download and review the forms below. Complete the Wellness Intake Form and email it back to Gabriele at [email protected] prior to your first appointment. The Client Release Agreement can be signed and returned by email as well.
Wellness Intake Form
Please complete and return before your first session.
Client Release Agreement
Standard release and consent agreement for new clients.
Service & Fee Information
Overview of programs, services, and current fee schedule.
Documents will be available for download once uploaded. Please contact Gabriele directly if you need forms sent by email.
Common Questions
Macrobiotic Wellness FAQ
Nurturing Balance and Harmony in a Modern World
Welcome to the Kushi's Kitchen FAQ corner! Transitioning to a whole-foods or macrobiotic lifestyle often brings up a lot of practical questions. Whether you are curious about what macrobiotics actually means, managing menopause naturally, or wondering how to fit traditional cooking into a busy schedule, you'll find answers here.
What exactly is a macrobiotic lifestyle?
At its core, macrobiotics is about living in harmony with nature and finding dynamic balance (yin and yang) in our daily lives. It is much more than just a diet; it is a holistic philosophy encompassing seasonal eating, mindfulness, and regular physical activity. Nutritionally, the modern macrobiotic approach focuses on whole grains, locally sourced seasonal vegetables, sea vegetables, and beans.
Do I have to give up all my favorite foods to practice macrobiotics?
Not at all! A common misconception is that macrobiotics is rigid and restrictive. While the philosophy encourages minimizing heavily processed foods, refined sugars, and excessive dairy or meat, my methodology is entirely customizable. In my global 10-Step Wellness Program, we work together step-by-step to implement sustainable changes that respect your unique body, cultural background, and personal health goals.
How is macrobiotics different from a standard vegan or vegetarian diet?
While both emphasize plant-based nutrition, macrobiotics places a heavy focus on how food affects your body's internal energy balance across changing seasons. For example, macrobiotics heavily prioritizes cooked, warm whole foods over raw vegetables during colder months to sustain vital energy. Additionally, a macrobiotic approach can comfortably include small portions of high-quality white fish if it suits your constitution.
I have a hectic schedule. Is macrobiotic cooking realistic for a busy life?
Yes, absolutely. You do not need to spend hours in the kitchen every day to eat well. My book, The Macrobiotic Kitchen in Ten Easy Steps, was written precisely to demystify traditional Japanese kitchen arts and whole-food cooking for busy, modern individuals. In my private counseling, I teach practical batch-prepping methods, simple knife skills, and efficient cooking styles that save you time.
Can a macrobiotic lifestyle help manage symptoms of menopause?
Yes. Choosing whole, nutrient-dense foods lowers systemic inflammation and helps naturally balance fluctuating hormones. For a deeper dive into navigating this transition with grace using nutrition, lifestyle changes, and yoga therapy, please look into my published work, Embracing Menopause Naturally.
What can I expect during a private health coaching session with Gabriele?
Every private relationship begins with a holistic assessment where we discuss your current health challenges, sleep, digestion, and daily routine. Drawing on my decades of macrobiotic training at the Kushi Institute and certified health coaching insights, we map out personalized nutritional recommendations, lifestyle adjustments, and simple home remedies. Sessions are held globally over Zoom or Skype, ensuring you have compassionate guidance wherever you are in the world.
Still Have Questions? Let's Connect.
If you are navigating a specific health challenge or want to see if holistic coaching is the right path for you, I invite you to book a complimentary introductory session.
Contact Gabriele for a Free SessionBegin with a Free Conversation
There is no better first step than a simple conversation. Reach out and Gabriele will be in touch to schedule your complimentary introductory session.
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