How my journey began…
A lifetime ago I was living in Madagascar as a Peace Corps volunteer working in the health sector. That experience is what truly introduced me to public health, prevention education, and behavior change.
I began working as a health and wellness coach in 2007 and am a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, a Certified Health Education Specialist, a mindfulness practices facilitator, and I am trained as a lifestyle behavior coach for diabetes prevention and as a menopause transition coach. What does all that mean, really? It means that I have undergone accredited training and must earn continuing education to keep those credentials. It also means that I use proven skills and techniques that are based in science during my coaching sessions.
Additionally, I am…
certified as a Cannabis/CBD Coach. I was introduced to the power of cannabis and CBD while working with a family member to manage an autoimmune disorder. I realized that there was a lot to learn, and so I started learning. I view cannabis/CBD as a tool that might help some people who are stuck on their wellness journey for a variety of reasons, whether those reasons are related to pain, sleep issues, stress, anxiety, or something else. And no, you don’t have to smoke it. There are many ways to experience the benefits of cannabis without inhaling or getting high. But feel free to do both.
a wellness geek and I fully believe in the mind-body connection, holistic health,
and whole people. I’m also a busy mom who survived the toddler years and is now navigating the seas of teenagers and dogs - and feeding them all - while in the throws of perimenopause. As a result I believe in fast, easy, and healthy meals, “life hacks,” and the necessity of self-care. Nurturing my sense of humor has really helped.
You are the expert in you. I am the expert in behavior change and wellbeing. Working together means we use our areas of expertise collaboratively to change your world one step at a time.
It’s magical.
What People Are Saying
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My work with Jori has been transformative! I was in a rut; overweight, burned out at work, and feeling disconnected from the things I loved most in my life. Jori helped me identify, plan, and achieve actionable goals that turned my life around!
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Jori reminds me of my strengths and provides much needed accountability to help me stick to my healthy habits. I am amazed at how far I've come with her help after spinning my wheels alone with the same goals before. Thanks to her expert skill and coaching style, I'm healthier, happier, and living a more spiritually aligned life - exactly what I set out to do!
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For a major change or even a small one, I highly recommend working with Jori to uncover the best of what's inside you.
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My doctor suggested health coaching and boy was I lucky to find you! I lost weight for sure, but so much more has changed. My mood, allergies and skin are all so much better. I trust that I will make better goals and plans in the future and continue taking great care of myself
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Awards I’ve Won
Most Likely to Sleep in on a Saturday
Best Back Scratcher
Most Annoying/Embarrassing Mom
3rd Place - Most Sarcastic (I lost to my kids)
Motivation is only part of
behavior change.
I’m here to help you find yours - and help you when motivation isn’t enough.