Coaching to help you overcome stress, develop emotional intelligence, and master lasting habits.
mission statement
empowering individuals, and teams to build resilience and wellness through personalized coaching that integrates meditation, breathwork, and cognitive fitness tools.
chris norris: cognitive fitness coach, master social worker, career naval special operations veteran, husband, and father…with my own experiences of struggle to success, combined with academics and passion, i offer mindful, informed coaching for stress reduction, resilience, performance, and peace.
Who is the Cognitive Fitness Coach?
From combat to calm ; on a mission to empower others.
I’m Chris Norris, MSW founder of Cognitive Fitness Coach, a U.S. Navy veteran, endurance athlete, and mediation teacher.
For 24 years, I provided direct combat support for Naval Special Warfare Operators, navigating some of the most challenging environments on Earth; from dark waters off foreign shores to snow-covered peaks.
Those years forged discipline, resilience, and adaptability. They also revealed the costs of burnout, stress, and mental fatigue — struggles I had to face head-on before I could fully heal.
The Turning Point
After nearly a decade of military service, I hit rock bottom.
Burnout, alcohol addiction, and depression nearly cost me everything.
With professional help, rehabilitation, and a deep commitment to change, I began rebuilding from the inside out.
A decade later, I earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Arizona State University and trained as a Mindfulness Meditation Teacher.
These steps became my bridge from military intensity to a life of purpose, service, and teaching.
Healing and Growth
Over the past 10+ years, I’ve leaned on meditation, breathwork, and neuroplasticity-based practices to heal from trauma, manage stress, and rewire my patterns. These tools transformed me, not only as a veteran, but as a husband, father, and coach.
Today, they are the foundation of my coaching work:
Mindfulness Meditation → calm the mind, sharpen focus
Breathwork → regulate the nervous system, manage stress
Cognitive Fitness Training → habits, resilience, and emotional clarity
Today and Beyond
Now, I live with a slower rhythm but continue to push limits through physical and mental challenges. I’m married to a wonderful woman, raising two beautiful daughters, and deeply committed to helping others build resilience, emotional intelligence, and sustainable wellbeing.
Through Cognitive Fitness Coach LLC, I work with:
Veterans, navigating life transitions
First Responders,
Corporate Teams, battling burnout and remote work stress
High Performers and Parents, seeking balance, clarity, and energy
Join Me on This Journey
Thank you for letting me share my story.
My mission is to help you train your mind like a muscle; to build strength, clarity, and resilience that lasts a lifetime.
Schedule Your Free 30-Minute Strategy Call to start your journey.
— Coach Chris
my philosophy
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Your Coaching Journey: How It Works
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Your transformation begins with a 30-minute consultation. We’ll discuss your goals, challenges, and what you hope to achieve through coaching. This session ensures we’re the right fit and helps map out the next steps on your path to well-being.
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We’ll assess your current state to uncover challenges, patterns, and growth opportunities. This forms the foundation for a personalized coaching plan tailored to you.
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Using your assessment, I’ll create a tailored coaching plan with actionable steps, clear timelines, and key focus areas to help you achieve your goals with resilience and wellness.
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Discover tools like breathwork, meditation, and cognitive restructuring to reduce stress, enhance focus, and build resilience. These practices lay the foundation for lasting success and well-being.
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Your journey continues with ongoing, tailored support. Together, we’ll refine techniques, address new challenges, and foster growth. Plus, join a community of like-minded individuals to share insights, celebrate wins, and stay motivated.
Is This Coaching Right for You?
Discover if Cognitive Fitness Coaching aligns with your goals and lifestyle.
- ✅ Professionals balancing high-stress careers and personal responsibilities.
- ✅ Veterans and first responders seeking emotional resilience and purpose.
- ✅ Individuals navigating life transitions or struggling with unproductive habits including adddictions.
- ✅ Those looking to enhance focus, emotional regulation, and long-term well-being.
Success Stories from People Like You
"his guidance, coupled with his words, has left an indelible mark on my personal growth, equipping me with the tools and mindset necessary to navigate life's challenges.”
Leanne- Teacher
"he has the ability to quiet the rage and brighten the abyss…offering an endless highway of emotional release."
Nick- Active Duty Military
"Chris combines practical tools with a forward-thinking approach that helps clients uncover, process, and move past old issues. Coaching with him has been transformative."
Sasha- CEO
"Learning the STOP method has been invaluable for me in my life currently. Instead of reacting to situations (often times negatively), I can now follow this method to disengage and truly appreciate the situation, or calmly address the circumstance. I am able to be a better husband and father”
Mike- Veteran
