About - Reclaim Your Health Naturally with Rachel Sunley, MPH, CHHC

Welcome friend! I’m Rachel.

Certified Holistic Health Coach & Wellness Educator

Driven by my journey and triumph through debilitating fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and an autoimmune disease – I’m on a mission to teach women how to take back control of their health so that they have the energy to do what matters most to them.

With my Bachelor’s in Psychology, Masters in Public Health, and 14 years of experience working in the wellness industry, I’ve helped hundreds of women to improve their energy and self-confidence, relationship with food, physical fitness, and mental well-being. You can read fun articles about my first business in The Buffalo News and UB Today Magazine.

Today, I’m blessed to work with Shae Leonard – a functional medicine practitioner helping women identify and address the root causes of their gut, hormone, and mood symptoms.

I’m passionate about empowering busy women like you to get your health & life back using natural solutions that work with your body – not against it.

I launched this NEW blog to share resources that will support you in creating and sustaining resilient health – mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. I want to show you how to take your health into your own hands and live your best life possible. I want to teach you how to lower your toxic burden so that you begin to feel better, look better, and live better. It’s not about being perfect; it’s about getting to know yourself and what you need to THRIVE. I’m so glad you’re here!

Want to know more about me?

I live in Buffalo, NY with my husband Darren and our sweet fur babies Leo (short of Leonidas The Ninja Warrior King) and Xander (short for Alexander The Great Conquerer of all Obstacles). Yes, we are an American Ninja Warrior Family! We own The Warrior Factory Buffalo – a Ninja Gym helping others build strength through obstacles. Our mission is to put the FUN back into fitness.

When I’m not coaching clients or hosting local workshops, you can find me walking my dogs or connecting with like-minded women in the Buffalo community.

Connect with me and say hi on Instagram @rachelsunley!

my story

WHY I BECAME A HEALTH COACH

During my teens and 20s, I struggled with painful, irregular periods (which eventually stopped for 3 years), fatigue, mood swings, anxiety, depression, digestive issues (bloating after everything I ate, acid reflux, & constipation), weight gain, hair loss, and acne.

I spent years going back and forth with doctors who had no idea what was wrong with me and just prescribed birth control, tums, and miralax. Fast forward, one morning, I couldn’t lift myself out of bed. I literally could not move. Several specialists and tests later, I was diagnosed with Reynaud’s Syndrome, IBS, and an autoimmune disease. I was 24 years old.

At that moment, I had a choice. Start medication or get a second opinion. I chose the latter. I met a health coach who taught me how to use food as medicine and my life (and career path) forever changed. Within 4 weeks of changing my diet, I felt like a new person. I had more energy and improved digestion. Within 12 months, I had no symptoms or sign of an autoimmune disease.

I’ve had ups & downs since and most recently battled breast implant illness, but I’m happy to report that 1 year post explant, I am feeling better than ever!

My health journey is one of the many reasons I’m so passionate about what I do! If you’re ready to get to the root of your symptoms, but don’t know how. Or you want to nourish your body back to health but need support or guidance. I am here for you!

WORK WITH ME

my training

EDUCATION + CREDENTIALS

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Buffalo State University
Master of Public Health (MPH) degree with a concentration in Health Behavior from the University at Buffalo
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Behavior Change Specialist
Certified Holistic Health Coach through the Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Applied Functional Medicine Certified (AFMC) through the School for Applied Functional Medicine (in training)
Additional training in holistic nutrition, hormone health, herbalism, aromatherapy, and organic skincare formulation