About Evoke Strong

 

Evoke Strong founder
Elaine Dusetzina is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach trained through Wellcoaches and a Certified Nutrition Specialist  (CNS® ) Candidate under supervision.

Our Approach

True health is more than the absence of disease—it is the presence of vitality.

Evoke Strong offers a dual-path approach designed to support both understanding and action:

Health & Wellness Coaching
Grounded in behavioral science, health coaching focuses on helping you navigate obstacles, build self-awareness, and establish habits that support lasting change.

Personalized Nutrition (PN) Support
As a CNS® Candidate with a Master’s degree in Nutrition and Integrative Health, Elaine Dusetzina provides evidence-based nutrition care and personalized wellness guidance. In alignment with Florida’s Dietetics and Nutrition Practice Act and the American Nutrition Association standards, this care is provided under the supervision of a Qualified Supervisor (CNS/LDN).  This collaborative approach ensures all specialized nutrition services meet the highest clinical standards as Elaine completes the final requirements for state licensure and board certification.

Integration  
By integrating nutrition support with behavior-focused coaching, Evoke Strong helps you move from knowing what to do to confidently applying it—so change feels both achievable and sustainable.

Story of Evoke Strong

Evoke Strong was born out of my own health transformation. After leaving the Navy to become a stay-at-home mom, I poured everything into my kids and let my own self-care slip. I skipped checkups, thinking I was fine—after all, I had just run the Marine Corps Marathon.

Do you see your doctor yearly, or have you been skipping out too?

But in November 2015, a routine doctor’s visit revealed something I never expected: high glucose (A1C) and triglycerides pointing to insulin resistance. I was shocked. How could this happen when I was so active? My doctor wasn’t concerned, but I knew deep down something wasn’t right.

Have you had unexpected and concerning results after a doctor’s visit?

That wake-up call pushed me to dig deeper. I realized my running was adding stress, my nutrition was off, my sleep was poor, and I wasn’t truly caring for myself.

It became clear: to serve well, I needed to be well.

I began making small, intentional lifestyle changes—better nourishment, balanced movement, improved sleep, and stress management. Even when it wasn’t easy, one thing that helped me take steps forward was envisioning my life in the future.  Being well meant I can best serve God’s purpose for me. I realized when my vessel is empty, those whom I love are most impacted.  Within a year, the results were transformative. I felt strong, healthy, and grounded in purpose.

Just some fun facts about Elaine:

About evoke STRONG

  • When I was 12, my family (mom and 3 siblings – Dad was already in the U.S.) immigrated to the U.S. from the Philippines. I remember I was so excited to see water flow out of a faucet in our 1-bedroom apartment that I volunteered to wash the dishes every day! Growing up without running water – meaning no showers or flushable toilets- helped me develop a greater sense of gratitude. I’m definitely grateful for all blessings – big or small.
  • My love for running started when I joined the cross-country team in high school. I dream of finishing all six World Marathon Majors (3 more to go! – Tokyo, London, and Berlin) before turning 60. Running marathons helped me discover a part of me that I didn’t even know was there. Notably, the depths of my strength in mind and spirit as I dove deep inside to get through the most challenging parts of many races. As a result, I understand how resilience is built when we learn to overcome our biggest obstacles.
  • Receiving an NROTC scholarship in my first year in college was one huge blessing! It set me on the path to serve as a Naval Officer for 11 years. In the Navy is where I learned to become a mature and responsible adult. Where I harnessed courage and developed a thicker skin. It’s where I also learned how to connect and interact with a myriad of personalities. Best of all, I met lifelong friends and the love of my life.  Being a part of the military has led me to where I am today.
  • Motherhood has changed me to be a better person – more loving, more patient, and having pure joy. The best part of motherhood is bearing witness to two playful, fun-loving, and kindhearted souls grow in front of my very eyes. My heart has grown exponentially with so much love and compassion because of them.

  • To be a believer is transformative, that my renewed faith in God has pulled me in the direction of serving His purpose. 1 Peter 4:10 – As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.

Education and certifications:

Clinical Supervision Disclosure

Elaine Dusetzina, MS, is currently a CNS® Candidate completing her supervised practice hours under the direction of a Qualified Supervisor.

For questions regarding the scope of nutrition practice in Florida, please visit the Florida Dietetics and Nutrition Practice Council.