Guided Journeys

Inside and Out

Whether facing burnout from life’s challenges or simply looking to get in touch with nature, Ariel Shalem helps guide teens, couples, and professionals through journeys of self-reflection and growth, helping them unlock a connection with nature, their environment and themselves.

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Ariel Shalem has guided over 200 teens and professionals through spiritual, emotional and educational experiences.

Working with Ariel was a blessing. He helped me gain clarity on the steps I needed to make to improve many aspects of my life.

David R.

Ariel helped me access a part of myself that has proven to be very beneficial for my on-going therapeutic journey. I’m very grateful for the experience. I highly recommend chatting with Ariel.

Avi

Working with Ariel has given me a new lease of life. His compassion and understanding allow him to be the perfect guide to bring you back to spiritual and emotional health.

N.Z.

You are helping me get rid of the fat in my life. Emotional fat, self doubt fat and even body fat.

A.T.

Ariel is a gifted guide. He is conscientious and caring and able to hold space for the vicissitudes of life.

Shloime

My journeys with Ariel have been life changing. His ability to hold space and yet gently bring out that which is concealed within is truly an extraordinary experience.

A.C.

With incredible kindness and guidance, Ari helped me navigate a transformative journey. His ability to understand my needs made the entire experience incredibly supportive and insightful.

Michal Wachstock

Journey Outside

Head out into nature and find a sense of calm, balance, and understanding. Options for day excursions, overnight camping, and backpacking treks deep in the wilderness.

Journey Within

Gain clarity and vision through guided mediation, mindfulness, coaching, or counselling. Access transformative wisdom through private one-on-one sessions or join others in a group setting.

Journeys are custom-tailored to your needs.
Perfect for teens, corporate groups, couples or individuals.

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About Ariel Shalem

Born in 1977 and raised in California, young Ariel discovered the healing power of being in nature at a young age. At the age of 12, he was invited on a backpacking trip in the Sierra Nevadas and the splendor of that trip has made a lasting impact on him and consequently, hundreds of others.
Throughout the years, Ariel has guided people in both indoor and outdoor settings. He is a Rabbi, coach, marriage counselor, and educator. His Rabbinic ordination and B.A. /M.A. degrees have imparted much wisdom, but more so, his continuous study of human behavior and psychology, coupled with his nonstop engagement with people and their challenges, has bestowed upon Ariel an ability to understand others’ personal stories and guide them towards empowerment and lasting change.

He currently teaches and counsels people of all ages how to live more healthy balanced lives. As of late, he has particularly had success working with people who have experienced trauma using innovative methods of treatment and seeks to explore working with people who are coping with terminal illness.

Rabbi Ariel Shalem lives in Israel with his wife Yarden and their 5 children. One of their favorite activities is to spend quality time together outdoors. Ariel loves music and humans- live concerts being a wondrous fusion of these passions. He also loves being in and around water and playing games- his spirit animal is a dolphin.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the process of setting up a journey in nature?

You’ll start off by having an initial conversation with Ariel to discuss what it is you’re looking for. Are you looking to process a challenge? Do you want to organize a hike for a group of teens?

After an initial session you will choose a date and location.

What is the process of setting up a journey into oneself?

For people seeking to go within themselves, there are generally two sessions in which you get to know Ariel and Ariel gets to know you. When everyone is comfortable, you and Ariel will pick a date and location for your guided meditative journey. A few days after there is an additional follow-up session.