Chris Norris, MSW

Chris Norris, MSW, is the founder of Cognitive Fitness Coach and a 24-year U.S. Navy veteran. He’s a father, husband, and lifelong learner devoted to optimizing the human experience. After completing his military service, Chris earned a Master’s in Social Work and devoted himself to the study of mindfulness, performance psychology, and behavioral change. Chris has practiced mindfulness meditation for over 10 years and has been teaching and leading groups for the past 5. His work blends neuroscience, breath training, and cognitive strategies to help people regulate stress, deepen awareness, and reconnect to what matters. As the founder of Cognitive Fitness Coach, Chris delivers trauma-informed, science-backed programs that combine meditation, breath work, and mindset practices for high performers, veterans, first responders and everyday people looking to thrive. His style is grounded, practical, and heart-centered built on both lived experience and clinical insight.

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