Support Those Who Support You
People who live with invisible illnesses and/or disabilities, such as Sjogren’s and dysautonomia, often lose their ability to earn because their work performance is compared to that of a healthy, able person’s.
Many are forced to pivot careers and start small businesses to make ends meet.
And many choose to pivot careers to share what they’ve learned on their healing journey.
(If you know such a small business owner or are one, please use the form at the end of this page to apply for a listing.)
If you have an invisible illness and/or disability, you know the pain of being neglected and feeling isolated.
This directory connects you with businesses owned by people who possess a profound understanding of the challenges you face, because they, too, live with invisible illnesses and/or disabilities.
This shared perspective translates into exceptional service and products meticulously crafted with your well-being in mind.
Support small business. Support those who support you.
HEALTH CARE
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Bexi Lobo, PhD
Nutritional Biologist and Biochemist
Living with Sjogren's and Dysautonomia
"My goal is to facilitate the revitalisation of your skin just like I did mine, imparting new life and fresh vigor to it through the skincare products I make and the ways we find for you to use them. The end result is a healthier, more connected you and a simple andsustainable way of caring for your skin that supports your health and your wallet."
Skin care for people with Sjogren’s, dysautonomia, and dry, sensitive skin,
FREE 15-minute skin care consultation, skincare products made with whole foods, bespoke formulations of skincare products
www.bexiphd.com
Cristina Montoya, RD
Registered Dietitian
Living with Sjogren's and Rheumatoid Arthritis
"I created the Arthritis Dietitian Blog to connect with other autoimmune arthritis warriors while helping them adopt a holistic anti-inflammatory way of living to reduce inflammation, pain and fatigue"
Recipes, Programs, and Online Courses focused on gut health and healthy eating
www.arthritisdietitian.com
Kara Wada, MD
Board-Certified Pediatric and Adult Allergy, Immunology, and Lifestyle Medicine Physician
Living with Sjogren's Disease
"I give a damn about a lot of things. Rebuilding trust between physicians and patients, understanding how and why health care professionals gaslight their patients AND working to stop it! Helping folks simplify their lives by ditching detoxes and miracle cure supplements in favor of science-supported sustainable habits. Partnering with patients to work towards our shared goals for their health"
Immune Confident Masterclass and Program, Medical Mentorship, and 1-on-1 Coaching
www.drkarawada.com
HEALTHCARE SYSTEM SUPPORT
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Elisa Comer, CPHIMS, CPEHR, CPHIT, CQA
Certified Professional in Healthcare Technology, Information and Management
Living with Sjogren's Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Dysautonomia
"I’m a person who lives with chronic pain of rheumatoid arthritis, Sjogren’s and non-POTs dysautonomia. I’ve enjoyed success as a small business owner, an author, speaker, teacher, musician and a healthcare auditor. A highly successful small business career in healthcare was an unexpected blessing in our journey to Tennessee, and I’m forever grateful for the success we’ve had here"
Guidance and Advocacy in navigating the healthcare system
sjogrensspreaks.org
MENTAL HEALTH
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Susan Masterson, PhD
Licensed Psychologist, Writer
Living with Sjogren's Disease
"I want to bring you what I’ve learned about how food, exercise, and stress relate to Sjogren’s, so you can avoid spinning your wheels like I did"
Strategies for managing autoimmune diseases. These include her writings, dietary guides, and workshops.
healthpsychforliving.com