Sherry Hole
Sherry Hole, MN, BN, RN, HWNC-BC, HN-BC
Distinguished GAHN Scholar | Integrative Mental Health Coach
Founder & CEO of The Canadian Institute of Integrative Nursing Development & Education Ltd. (TheCIINDE©)
Sherry Hole is visionary leader, educator, and a passionate advocate for holistic nursing, nurse coaching and guiding others in their path to greater self-awareness. Sherry believes that every person is unique and that self-awareness is the foundation for building a lifestyle centered on health and happiness.
She recognizes that addressing nurse burnout is crucial for improving healthcare; however, she also believes that nurses have unique needs and that prioritizing their health and well-being is essential–not just for their role, but for them as individuals. In her expanding independent holistic nurse coaching practice, Sherry is passionate about providing a safe, supportive space for women to become healthier and more joyous versions of themselves by creating the life they want to live. She uses a process she created for TheCIINDE’s © Signature program, called TheCIINDE’s © 6-Step Process to Investing in You. This heart-centered journey begins with exercises in self-reflection and enhanced self-awareness. After working through the process, individuals are able to create a sustainable, personalized approach to self-care that transforms how they show up in all areas of life.
As the Founder and CEO of TheCIINDE©, Sherry’s mission is to challenge traditional healthcare paradigms by positioning Western medicine as a complement to holistic care, rather than the other way around. She believes in creating a synergistic model of care that reduces chronic illness and fosters a healthier, more sustainable society.
“What if, instead, it is actually Western medicine that is the complement to a traditional holistic approach to care? Traditional and Eastern medicine have been practiced for thousands of years to promote health and well-being by focusing on harmony and balance of the mind-body-spirit. Western or allopathic medicine focuses on targeting and treating specific diseases, illnesses and symptoms. By integrating these approaches into a harmonious and synergistic model of care, we can better achieve the shared goal of reducing chronic illnesses and disease, ultimately fostering a sustainably healthier society.” Sherry Hole
Sherry’s academic journey began with a Diploma in Nursing in 1991. Her love for nursing and learning didn’t end there, however, and in 2007, she earned a Bachelor of Nursing and in 2010, a Masters in Nursing. She also holds a Certificate in Mental Health Nursing and a Diploma in University Teaching from the University of New Brunswick, where she served as a faculty member until 2018. Her nursing experience and expertise in mental health, chronic illness, geriatrics, management, and education, along with her entrepreneurial experience, has given her both the skills and the determination to turn her dreams into reality. Her extensive credentials also include board certifications in Holistic Nursing (HN-BC) and Health & Wellness Nurse Coaching (HWNC-BC), and a certificate as an Integrative Mental Health Coach. She is also expanding her knowledge and skills in energy medicine (Reiki and HT), Mindfulness, Yoga, and Trauma Awareness and Somatic Practices.
Internationally recognized for her contributions to the field, Sherry was inducted as a Distinguished Scholar with the Global Academy of Holistic Nurse Scholars (GAHN) in 2023. Since 2015, Sherry has been a dedicated leader within the Canadian Holistic Nurses Association (CHNA), serving as a board member, Vice President and Scope and Standards of Practice Officer. Most notably, she led the revision and development of the new Canadian Holistic Nursing Standards of Practice, further shaping the future of holistic nursing in Canada.
With an unwavering commitment to advancing holistic nursing education and practice, Sherry’s leadership and innovative programs have inspired countless nurses to embrace holistic lifestyles and holistic patient-centered care. Sherry is the co-creator and lead instructor of TheCIINDE©’s signature program The Comprehensive Holistic Nurse, Nurse Coach & Consultant Certificate Program. She is also the author of the upcoming book, Reviving the Heart of Nurses, One Story at a Time: How Holistic Nursing and Nurse Coaching Will Change Your Life.
For collaborations, inquiries, or mentorship opportunities, reach out to:
📧 sherry.hole@theciinde.com
🌐 TheCIINDE©: www.theciinde.com
Founder & Lead Instructor
