About Em 

“Striving to shine through the struggle of lupus, and sharing my real and raw journey along the way.”

— Em

Emily Vernlund is an author, wellness coach, and dedicated mental health advocate. With a passion for empowering individuals to overcome personal challenges and embrace their true selves, Emily combines her personal journey with professional expertise to inspire and guide others to strive to shine through life’s adversities, and live life unapologetically.

As an author, Emily has penned impactful books that delve into her own experiences with mental health, offering readers raw, honest, and relatable insights. Her works aim to break down the stigma surrounding mental health issues and provide practical tools for healing and self-discovery.

In her role as a wellness coach, Emily supports clients in achieving their weight loss and mental health goals, fostering a holistic approach to well-being. She offers personalized coaching sessions, both for weight loss and mental health, helping clients create sustainable, healthy habits and a positive mindset.

Emily's dedication extends to her work as a mental health support specialist, where she provides compassionate support to those navigating their mental health journeys. Through her online platform, the Self Love Hub, she offers a wealth of resources designed to promote self-love, empowerment, and personal growth.

Explore Emily's blog, 'Unapologetically Fabulous,' where she shares her experiences dealing with life's challenges with authenticity and humor. Her writing serves as a beacon of hope and encouragement, advocating for mental health awareness and inspiring readers to find joy and strength in their own lives amongst their challenges.

My Story.

Years ago, I faced the daunting reality of being morbidly obese, navigating the complexities of mental health issues, and grappling with the devastating loss of my mom to cancer. Just when life seemed its darkest, I was also diagnosed with lupus, adding another layer to my battle I was already losing.

But within these struggles, I discovered my inner strength. Determined to reclaim my health and happiness, I embarked on a journey of self-love and healing. Through relentless perseverance and a commitment to positive change, I shed over 100 pounds of weight that once held me back physically and emotionally.

My experiences became the foundation of Unapologetically Em—a platform dedicated to empowering others facing similar challenges to love themselves unapologetically amidst the chaos. Here, I offer a transformative weight loss program, Lose Weight the Lazy Way, that blends practical guidance with unwavering support, helping individuals reclaim their bodies and self-esteem.

Beyond weight loss, I provide authentic mental health resources because I understand that true wellness encompasses both body and mind. As a mental health advocate, I'm passionate about offering tools and insights to help you navigate life's toughest moments.

At Unapologetically Em, every story matters. It's about embracing your journey, overcoming obstacles, and finding strength in vulnerability. Together, we can rewrite our narratives, empower each other, and prove that resilience knows no bounds. Together, we can shine!

As a public speaker, my message centers around resilience, self-love, and transformation, highlighting the challenges I face throughout my journey and actionable advice to offer through my programs and talks.

To book Emily Vernlund as a speaker, please click the link below!

Emily offers engaging and inspiring talks that draw from her personal experiences as an author, wellness coach, and mental health advocate. Whether discussing her journey of overcoming significant health challenges due to lupus, the power of self-love and gratitude, or practical strategies for achieving wellness goals, Emily's presentations are heartfelt and impactful. Book Emily to motivate and empower your audience with her story of resilience and transformation.