JOANITZA APARICIO
East Tennessee,TN
Summary
Bilingual Life & Wellness Coach and Certified Nutrition Coach skilled in trauma-informed coaching, whole-food nutrition education, and personal development. Developed individualized coaching plans and resources that simplify complex wellness concepts into actionable steps. Seeking opportunities in wellness organizations or coaching platforms to leverage expertise in life coaching, nutrition education, and culinary knowledge for meaningful client support.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
EXECUTIVE CHEF & CULINARY EDUCATOR
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Miami, FL
06.2011 - 09.2019
- Developed whole-food recipes, meal plans, and nutrition-conscious cooking strategies to enhance client meal options.
- Taught practical cooking skills through engaging demonstrations and personalized meal-preparation education to foster culinary independence.
- Combined culinary expertise with nutrition education to empower clients in preparing nourishing meals tailored to their needs.
Founder • Life Coach • Nutrition Coach • Wellness Educator
PEACEFUL VALLEY LIFE COACHING, INC.
East Tennessee
06.2022 - Current
- Coach clients in personal growth, self-worth, boundaries, communication, relationships, life transitions, emotional wellness, and purpose.
- Developed personalized coaching programs to enhance client self-awareness and growth.
- Guided clients in identifying limiting beliefs, unhealthy patterns, personal values, emotional barriers, and practical goals to foster sustainable change.
- Developed individualized coaching assignments, action plans, worksheets, wellness education materials, and structured 30-, 60-, and 90-day programs to enhance client engagement and progress.
- Create individualized coaching assignments, action plans, worksheets, wellness education materials, and structured 30-, 60-, and 90-day programs.
- Provided Christian/Biblical coaching and prayer-based assignments to clients.
- Facilitate group wellness education addressing nutrition, detoxification education, lymphatic wellness, nervous-system regulation, and healthy routines.
- Conducted group wellness education on nutrition, detoxification, lymphatic wellness, nervous-system regulation, and healthy routines to promote community health and well-being.
- Communicate effectively with diverse clients in both English and Spanish while maintaining a supportive and confidential environment.
Certified Nervous System Regulation Practitioner
Holistic Wellness Center
Morristown, TN
05.2022 - Current
- Conducted one-on-one sessions, fostering self-discovery and personal growth
- Utilized mindfulness techniques to enhance client resilience and emotional well-being
- Developed personalized coaching plans to facilitate client goal achievement
- Led workshops and Zoom classes on holistic health practices, promoting community engagement
- Analyzed client progress and adjusted strategies for optimal outcomes
- Established strong rapport with clients, fostering trusting and supportive coaching relationships.
- Utilized active listening skills to identify underlying client needs and develop targeted strategies accordingly.
- Helped clients build life management and coping skills to handle daily needs and specific stressors.
- Supported clients through life transitions and challenges, enhancing resilience and adaptability.
- Continuously updated knowledge in the field of life coaching through professional development opportunities including conferences, trainings, and literature reviews.
- Facilitated group workshops on topics such as communication, time management, and stress reduction, promoting overall well-being.
- Facilitated meetings with family members to establish a supportive network for clients.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to defuse tensions and prevent violence.
Education
Certified Holistic Lifestyle Coach - Nutritional Response Testing Practitioner
Authentic Naturopath Institute
Morristown, TN02.2026
Authentic Nutrition Coach - Human Nutrition
Authentic Naturopath Institute
Morristown, TN01.2026
Helper Training - Mental Health Coach
Abide Network
Orlando, FL06.2023
Helper Training - Mental Health Coach
Abide Network
Orlando, FL01.2022
Depression & Anxiety Recovery - Certified Coach
Nedley Health Solutions
Loma Linda, CA02.2021
Optimize Your Brain - Certified Life Coach
Nedley Health Solution
Loma Linda, CA02.2021
Triple P - Positive Parenting Program - Trauma-Informed Life Coaching Training
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2012
Skills
- Culinary Coaching
- Culinary Program Development
- Whole-Foods Nutrition
- Nutrition Coaching
- Culinary Demonstrations
- Client Education & Assessments
- Program development
- Group facilitation
- Virtual coaching expertise
- Lifestyle & Behavior Change
- Client-centered support
- Client Empowerment
- Client Communication
- Client rapport
- Bilingual English & Spanish
- Educational presentation
- Active listening
- Organization
- Relationship Coaching
Certification
Certified Nutrition Coach — Professional certification, Certified Life Coach — Professional certification, Trauma-Informed Life Coaching Training — Professional training, Nutritional Response Testing Practitioner — Professional training, Executive Chef / Culinary Professional — Professional culinary background, Wellness Educator — Professional role and continuing education
Languages
Bilingual English & Spanish
Timeline
Founder • Life Coach • Nutrition Coach • Wellness Educator
PEACEFUL VALLEY LIFE COACHING, INC.
06.2022 - Current
Certified Nervous System Regulation Practitioner
Holistic Wellness Center
05.2022 - Current
EXECUTIVE CHEF & CULINARY EDUCATOR
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
06.2011 - 09.2019
Certified Holistic Lifestyle Coach - Nutritional Response Testing Practitioner
Authentic Naturopath Institute
Authentic Nutrition Coach - Human Nutrition
Authentic Naturopath Institute
Helper Training - Mental Health Coach
Abide Network
Helper Training - Mental Health Coach
Abide Network
Depression & Anxiety Recovery - Certified Coach
Nedley Health Solutions
Optimize Your Brain - Certified Life Coach
Nedley Health Solution
Triple P - Positive Parenting Program - Trauma-Informed Life Coaching Training
Florida International University
WELLNESS & COACHING SPECIALTIES
- Emotional & Personal Growth — Self-worth, confidence, limiting beliefs, grief, life transitions, goal setting, values, accountability.
- Relationships — Marriage and relationship coaching, communication, boundaries, conflict resolution, trust, family dynamics.
- Trauma-Informed Coaching — Emotional safety, grounding, self-awareness, regulation education, healthy coping, rebuilding confidence.
- Faith-Based Coaching — Christian/Biblical reflection, prayer-based assignments, purpose, identity, forgiveness, values-based living.
- Nutrition & Wellness — Whole-food nutrition, meal planning, hydration, healthy cooking, lifestyle education, wellness routines.
- Program Development — Client assignments, workbooks, educational handouts, wellness programs, group coaching curricula.
Personal Information
Title: CERTIFIED LIFE & WELLNESS COACH | CERTIFIED NUTRITION COACH | WELLNESS EDUCATOR | EXECUTIVE CHEF