Certified Fibromyalgia Advisor®
and Certified Fibromyalgia Coach®-in-Training
Are you a mom with a chronic illness struggling to support your neurodivergent child?
Lauren Vazzano coaches moms with chronic illnesses helping them navigate parenting with the challenges of balancing health and family life. Through personalized support and practical strategies, she empowers moms to thrive while creating a nurturing environment for their children, especially neurodivergent children.
Contact Lauren for a consultation to see how she can help you build a personalized plan that empowers you to manage your parenting without compromising your health, so you can thrive in your unique journey.
A Message From Lauren
Hi, I’m Lauren, and I specialize in coaching moms who are living with chronic illnesses and navigating the rewarding yet challenging journey of parenting neurodivergent children. As a mother who understands both the struggles of chronic illness and the unique needs of neurodivergent kids, I’m passionate about empowering moms like you to find balance, build confidence, and create a supportive environment for both you and your children.
Parenting with a chronic illness can feel isolating and overwhelming, especially when you're trying to meet the needs of a child who thinks and processes the world differently. That’s why I’m here—to guide you in embracing your strength, developing effective strategies, and finding ways to thrive as both a mom and an individual. Through personalized coaching, I offer compassionate support, practical tools, and a safe space for you to work through your challenges while honoring your health and your family’s needs.
You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s work together to create a parenting plan that honors your unique circumstances, nurtures your child's growth, and helps you prioritize your well-being. You’re not alone and you can get better!
What are clients saying?
“Lauren was absolutely wonderful. I was so happy to get to talk to someone that actually listened and understood what I was telling them. Someone who actually cared. I am in tears typing this to you. That call meant so much to me. After being passed around for 4 years from Dr to Dr I had lost all hope. I am a single mother and I thought I would not be able to afford a coach but the cost is very affordable for me. I have some hope back now. Thank you soo very much with all my heart.”
What will working with a
Certified Fibromyalgia Coach® do for you?
“Working with a Certified Fibromyalgia Coach® will help you improve your fibromyalgia symptoms and pain. This will enable you to keep working, be the parent you want to be, and enjoy life on your terms again.
We understand what you’re going through on a daily basis. [We] have direct personal experience with fibromyalgia. [We] know what it feels like to struggle with brain fog, fatigue, pain, and poor sleep. [We] also have more fibromyalgia training than most doctors do.
We’ll educate you on what treatments work best for fibromyalgia, help you advocate for your needs with your providers, while also providing advice on what you can do yourself to manage your fibromyalgia on a daily basis. We’ll share tips, tricks, and life hacks from our own personal experiences in managing our own fibromyalgia.”
How is a Certified Fibromyalgia Coach® different
from a general health and wellness coach?
“A Certified Fibromyalgia Coach® is trained in fibromyalgia treatment and management and has direct personal experience with fibromyalgia. We understand what you are going through every day and can give you guidance from our own experience... When working with an IFCI-trained coach, this critical difference will help you achieve even more impressive results.”
What results should I expect?
“1% less severe pain
44% less impact of pain on your life
86% fewer health care visits
This pilot study followed fibromyalgia patients who added general health and wellness coaching to their current fibromyalgia treatment plan. These patients were taking no medications, aside from the three approved by the FDA for fibromyalgia (Lyrica, Cymbalta, and Savella).
After one year of coaching, the severity of their pain decreased by 31%.
More importantly, their pain interfered with their lives almost half as much. (44% reduction in pain interference)
They had a dramatic reduction in doctor appointments. (11 vs. 1.5 provider visits per year, a 86% reduction in health care utilization)
This reduction was estimated to save patients $855 per year. (9.5 fewer appointments at an average of $90 per appointment)
Working with a general health and wellness coach reduced the Fibromyalgia Impact Questionnaire (FIQR) scores for study participants by 35%. In comparison, the three FDA-approved fibromyalgia medications were less effective than coaching, even when used together. (Lyrica 17.2%, Cymbalta 20.4%, Savella 32.8%, Lyrica + Cymbalta 34.1%)”
