About

I am Johanna, and I am so glad you're here.

People often tell me they feel more at ease in my presence. That they feel genuinely seen and heard. That there is a sense of lightness simply by being close.

I do not take that lightly.

I founded Life By Love in 2013 when conventional medicine were unable to give me the answers I needed. What started as my own quest for healing has grown into a lifetime's work supporting others through change, learning, and growth.

The work begins within

We live in a world that looks outward for answers instead of cultivating inner stability. When fulfilment is sought only externally, it never quite lands.

I believe each of us holds a deep capacity for insight, compassion, courage, and self-respect. These qualities are not accidental - they can be trained, nurtured, and strengthened over time.

That is the heart of everything we do at Life By Love. Through functional medicine, mind-body practises, and the quiet power of presence, I help people come home to themselves and take ownership of their health.

Sensitivity as strength

I am deeply sensitive, which allows me to perceive subtle shifts and dynamics that others might miss. I see this as a strength - but one that requires conscious care, grounding practises, and clear boundaries.

It took years to understand that neglecting my own needs led to giving too much and eventually depleting myself. Without balance and protection, even the most genuine care becomes unsustainable.

This hard-won wisdom shapes how I guide others. I will never ask you to push through at the expense of yourself.

How I work

My approach is grounded in both science and heart. As a certified Functional Medicine Health Coach, I bridge the gap between conventional medicine and the holistic practises that transformed my own life. Two decades of training across functional medicine, yoga, and mind-body modalities have shaped how I hold space for others.

Whether through our 21 Day Foundation for building daily practises, our Life Reset Program for deeper transformation, or our Sanctuary Circle community, everything I offer combines clinical rigour with compassionate presence.

I have organised retreats and workshops, worked one-on-one with clients around the world, and been part of medical teams coaching people through burnout and back to life. But beyond any credential, what matters most is showing up fully - with presence, heart, and courage.

Training & credentials

Functional Medicine

Functional Medicine Health Coach - Functional Medicine Coaching Academy (2022)

Mind-Body & Movement

Holistic Lifestyle Coach Level 2 - CHEK Institute, San Diego (2012)
Medical Yoga - Yogakraft (2019)
Yoga Teacher 200hr - YogaWorks, California (2012)
Prenatal Yoga Teacher - MamaTree, San Francisco (2013)

Birth & Postpartum

Birth and Postpartum Doula - Childbirth International (2017)

Academic

Master of Science in Earth Sciences - Uppsala University / Stockholm University (2004) - Specialization in Environmental Studies and Health Protection