Gretchen Norling Holmes

As a 3x cancer survivor, a diabetes diagnosis posed a new challenge that shook me to my core. Battling morbid obesity for most of my life, I knew it was time for a change. Facing the harsh reality required tough conversations with myself. While denial led me into a downward spiral, embracing honesty was my ticket to a better future. My book, The Work in Between, delves into my personal journey towards self-love, acceptance, and overcoming self-doubt, shame, and self-limiting beliefs. Join me as I finally realize that all the external changes start on the inside. I hope my journey will resonate with you.

Gretchen Holmes, PhD, is a dynamic speaker, author, and host of The Work in Between podcast where she and her guests take a deep dive into the struggles, joys, and daily actions that move us toward physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Previously, Gretchen worked as a stand-up comedian and continues to use humor to navigate the complexities of life. She was also co-creator, co-producer, writer, and on-air talent for WUMR’s “Let’s Talk Health” and was named as one of 100 Successful Women to Know on the Gulf Coast in 2022 by Gulf Coast Woman magazine.

Dr. Holmes holds a PhD in Health Communication and bachelor's and master's degrees from NYU. She has been a social science researcher for over 20 years and has been published in numerous top tier, peer-reviewed journals. Her research includes provider-patient communication, obesity, the patient experience, decision-making, and cancer communication.