Meet Your Coach

Hi, I'm AriI am passionate about food, community & health. Ironically, all of these things affect one another and play a vital role in our overall well-being. In 2016, I was constantly experiencing excruciating abdominal pain after eating certain foods; which eventually landed me in the emergency room. Shortly after, I was diagnosed with a condition that affects the digestive system. Since then, it has been extremely challenging to commit to a lifestyle that fosters healing mentally, physically, spiritually & emotionally. I have learned how different digestive issues can affect my health regarding anxiety, depression, grief & vice versa; which in turn, can impact how I show up for myself, my family & my community.So I started Vzn Ari Wellness in 2023, not as someone who is an expert on health, but as someone with lived experience with people, pain & perseverance. In the midst of building my coaching practice, I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes and have been navigating my health journey by collaborating with traditional doctors and therapists to get to a place that fosters holistic care.I have worked in the behavioral health field for over 14 years, which has included facilitating support groups, mental health presentations in schools, community health work and more. I currently work in a hospital setting with children ages 5-17 years old, as a Mental Health Coach. As someone who has climbed out of a number of dark places & who sees the need for community & connection in order to heal, my goal is to encourage, support, & connect individuals with resources needed for their health journey.

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