How I Can Help
by eli
- Do you or your child suffer from an autoimmune disease (Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Scleritis, Uveitis, Hashimoto’s etc.) and wish you could do something – anything – to HEAL or help your child HEAL?
- Do you feel like a hostage to a body that’s riddled with inflammation and pain?
- Are you curious about how a healthy diet and lifestyle can get you better results?
- Are you ready to stop spending all your money on hefty medical bills and have enough to enjoy life instead?
I provide specialized coaching and resources to help:
- Children and young adults who have been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, particularly Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Hashimoto’s, Scleritis and Uveitis
- Parents of children and young adults who are confused about their childrens’ diagnosis and want to do all they can to help them heal
- Physicians and other health and wellness practitioners who want to treat their patients holistically and complement prescribed meds with dietary and lifestyle changes that accelerate the healing process
I use a holistic approach, one that compliments meds prescribed by your doctor, to maximize your healing potential. As part of my holistic approach to health and wellness, I look at how all parts of your life affect your health.
I work with you to enhance the quality of your everyday life in a practical, enjoyable way without overwhelming you. I want to show you how to heal more quickly, reduce your inflammation and, in time, your dependence on drugs. Ultimately, our work together will support you to make positive changes based on your goals, illness, symptoms and lifestyle. This means that your program is tailored specifically to your needs and the journey which you’ll allow yourself to take.
When you enroll in one of my individual or group health coaching programs you will:
- Learn simple, yet effective, ways to nurture your body and increase your energy levels
- Manage and, eventually, reduce your pain levels so you can have more good days than bad
- Discover ways to reduce your dependence on drugs and the cost of your prescription medication
- Learn to live beyond the expectations and limitations of your disease and discover the confidence to create the life that you want
Working with a Health Coach was a completely new experience for me. I’m well aware of the importance of healthy eating, but Rana was able to show me how proper diet can act as a powerful medicine. Since I began working with Rana in 2012, I’ve put away my pain killers, I’m looking much better and I feel better emotionally. I’ve also come to the understanding that beyond nutrition, living healthfully is about connecting body with mind and finding balance between our busy lives and our needs. Thanks to Rana, I have found that if you want your body to be kind to you, it is imperative that you treat your body well in all aspects. Her counseling and advice were very thoughtful and practical, and I found the materials she used extremely informative. I’ve truly enjoyed the experience I’ve had working together with Rana and would recommend her to anyone looking to improve their health and well-being through a caring and knowledgeable advisor. ~ Magdalena M.
I offer you a number of ways to work with me as a health coach who specializes in autoimmune diseases: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Hashimoto’s, Scleritis and Uveitis. These range from one-on-one coaching sessions to group programs, webinars and VIP days. Feel free to check out the options below and we can discuss the option that best fits your needs during our HEALth Breakthrough session – where we will exchange stories, discuss the goals that you have for your life and your health and determine a specific plan to start you off on your very own healing journey.
In a HEALth Breakthrough Session, we’ll have an open, confidential conversation so we can get to know each other. We’ll exchange stories and talk about how you’re really feeling. At the end of the conversation, we’ll know if we are the best fit for each other. After this 45 minute session, you leave with your “roadmap to health” – the one that works perfectly for your body, lifestyle, preferences, and goals. (These sessions take place over the phone or Skype. If you’re local to Manhattan, I invite you to meet me over a cup of tea or green juice.)
HEALth Breakthrough sessions are an investment of $97. Every once in a while, I will offer you a unique opportunity to have a complimentary session with me. (Follow me on Facebook to stay tuned to those opportunities.)
Are you ready to talk to someone who’s been on a similar journey and will completely empathize with what you’re going through?
Here is what we will discuss during your Breakthrough Session:
- A little about yourself, your diagnosis and your symptoms
- What goals you have for your health
- What part of your treatment has worked for you so far and what hasn’t
- How your illness limits your life, what activities you had to stop or that you miss doing
- The type of support you’re looking for
Once I become familiar with your history and your symptoms, I can offer you a roadmap to help you get your health back on track and start managing your pain and fatigue.
Please click here or send an e-mail at rana@live-healthfully.com to schedule a time to chat. You can also visit the Contact page for all the ways you can reach me.
Personalized one-on-one coaching is where the real transformation happens. These programs are designed to give you the support you need to make lasting improvements to your health. I blend my experience of holistic healing along with the experience of working with medical doctors and wellness practitioners, to help you shortcut your healing journey. When you enroll in one of these programs, you will:
- Get my unwavering commitment to support you in making healthier diet and lifestyle choices that will accelerate your recovery
- Explore which foods strengthen your immune system and which ones weaken it, so you can gradually integrate or eliminate them from your diet
- Learn ways to reduce those hefty medical bills, including the cost of prescription meds
- Establish a new relationship with your body, honor your needs and live a vibrant life despite your auto-immune disease
Check out all the Love Letters I’ve received and read inspiring stories of clients who have previously worked with me in a personalized coaching program.
This program is available for children, young adults and parents and includes:
- 1 complimentary 45 minute HEALth Breakthrough session, valued at $97
- 12 bi-weekly, 50 minute private (one-on-one) sessions designed to assist you in living your best possible life. The focus here is on you, your symptoms, your diet and lifestyle. (Sessions are conducted over the phone or Skype; options to meet in person are available for those in Manhattan)
- Access to me via private e-mail support in between sessions to share your successes or discuss any issues or concerns as they come up
- Designed just-for-you handouts, resources and support exercises
- Articles and tips related to autoimmune disease, nutrition, exercise and lifestyle
VIP days are a powerful way to help you make big changes in your life quickly. VIP days are best when:
- You really want to get started on your personal healing journey but you are pressed for time and want a condensed version of my 6-month health coaching program
- You’ve worked with me in the past and would like a quick refresh
A VIP day is a structured, 5 hour intensive session where I take you through what you need to know with regards to managing your symptoms and help you plan your recovery on the spot. This session is a focused time together that is
designed to solve your challenges in a concentrated time period. It may take place in person or virtually via phone or Skype.
In this session you learn:
- Everything you need to know about ways to strengthen your immune system
- How food and proper self-care can be your medicine
- What you need to do to maintain strong joints and muscles (I am certified to teach you yoga poses and other gentle at-home exercises that improve joint mobility and build strength)
- The exact steps you need to formulate an individual plan that you can start immediately and that will kick off your transformation journey
BONUS: When you sign up for a MOVE.NOURISH.TRANSFORM VIP Day, you will receive
- 1 complimentary 45 minute HEALth Breakthrough session, valued at $97
- 1 follow up session! (If you’re in Manhattan, please meet me for some healthy snacks!) The follow up session will be scheduled 2 weeks after VIP day to check up on your progress and address any issues or concerns that have cropped up in a timely manner.
The support of a group is essential to one’s healing journey – especially when it’s the kind of support that encourages movement in a
positive direction. Group sessions provide the opportunity for participants to learn from you as well as other group members.
In group coaching, you get high-quality coaching, but at a fraction of what private coaching costs.
One of the biggest benefits of working in a group setting are the connections and community of support that you’ll get.
- Groups are limited to 6 – 8 participants to allow everyone to feel like they are receiving individualized attention
- Sessions will run from 60 to 75 minutes
- Group members will have access to a private online forum where they can support each other in between sessions
“The webinar series on “Strengthen your Immune System” was like a shot of positive energy for me. It really helped me see clearly what I needed to do to control my RA symptoms. I knew that I needed to make changes but wasn’t completely sure what they were. Rana presented in a streamlined way what I needed to do – taught me the importance of striking a balance between primary food and secondary food and even addressed my concerns about day to day nutrition requirements. At the end of the webinar series, I felt I was more aware, focused and definitely on the right path to controlling my illness and taking charge of my health. Rana educated me, motivated me and inspired me; and I thank her from the bottom of my heart!”
~ Shweta C.
Benefits of group coaching sessions
- Community of support. Group coaching gives you the opportunity to share your feelings with others and develop
deeper connections, making your sessions more meaningful. Knowing you are not alone in your journey will help you develop the confidence to address your challenges and find the motivation to succeed - Higher likelihood of achieving goals. When you are part of a group, you will procrastinate less, accomplish more, and reach your goals faster
- Benefit from collective wisdom. You’ll brainstorm solutions and uncover opportunities you may not have discovered on your own
- Gain a new perspective. Ever get a precious nugget of advice from a really honest friend that you just couldn’t see on your own? It’s like that
- A great value. Group coaching is a smart and affordable way to receive top-notch guidance
- A team invested in your success. When you work in a group, the whole team celebrates your success
Would your organization or business benefit from my coaching and speaking?
Workshops and/or talks can be customized in length as well as in content to your group’s needs.
I can present live at events in the New York area or via web / phone for participants in other states.
This is a picture of me presenting to approx. 800 people, both in-person and via live stream, at an event hosted by 1199 SEIU Funds Institute for Continuing Education.
I regularly run 45 – 60 min webinars designed to share with you information on ways to reduce your inflammation and pain and improve your overall health.
Previous topics have included:
- How to strengthen your immune system
- What’s triggering your flares?
Please visit the News and Events page for the latest webinars being offered.
We’re all in different places and not everyone is ready to take that leap of faith. That’s ok. For those of you who are still exploring what health coaching is all about, I invite you to join my mailing list – it’s complimentary and filled with inspiration and valuable tips on healthy lifestyle and diet.
My newsletter features inspirational articles on ways to deal with the physical, emotional and spiritual aspects of life with autoimmune disease. It also includes information on anti-inflammatory foods and exercises you can do at home to loosen up those stiff joints and increase your range of motion.
By signing up to my newsletter, you will be the first to hear about special webinars and group programs. You are free to join and opt-out of the newsletter at any time.
Health and wellness practitioners
- Dr. Paula Rackoff, Rheumatologist, NYU Langone
- Dr. Steven Foster, Massachusetts Eye Research and Surgery Institution (MERSI) Ocular Immunology & Uveitis Foundation
- Dr. Philip Kahn, Pediatric Rheumatologist, NYU School of Medicine
- Dr Sonal Chaudry, Endocrinologist, NYU Langone
- Dr Michael Samson, Ophthalmology, New York Eye And Ear Infirmary
- Heidi Lovie, Acupuncturist, Ancient Healing for Modern Living
- Dr Adam Lamb, Chiropractor, Lamb Chiropractic & Wellness
Service Providers:
- Eli Jacobowitz, Web design, tech@elijacobowitz.com
- Khania Curtis, Logo Design, khania@hotworksdesign.com
