Nationally certified recovery coach, fitness and nutrition coach, and experienced sober companion Aaron Barnes is passionately committed to helping individuals from diverse backgrounds achieve and maintain sobriety. He has been featured in several national media outlets and magazines, including NBC, ABC, Fox, Cheddar News, Men’s Health, and Recovery Today Magazine. He has spoken at numerous treatment centers and sober living homes.
As a professional sober coach, Aaron’s commitment to holistic support is unwavering. He acts as a personal recovery assistant, helping his clients face and overcome challenges that may arise weekly, daily, or even hourly during their various stages of sobriety. His approach extends beyond the individual, reaching out to support their families and loved ones. By doing so, Aaron fosters a comprehensive support system that enhances the likelihood of enduring change and recovery.
Aaron is no stranger to addiction; he fought his battles for over 20 years with substance abuse and behavioral addictions that landed him in rehab three times. When entering his third treatment center in Southern California, he was grappling with dependence on opioids, cocaine, and alcohol. This personal experience gives Aaron a unique understanding of the challenges his clients face, and it fuels his passion to help others on their journey to sobriety.
His drive is a genuine passion for helping others experience the transformative power of sobriety, and his ability to decipher and confront the complexities of recovery sets him apart. Aaron motivates his clients to adopt a healthy, active, sober lifestyle centered around physical fitness, proper nutrition, unwavering self-care, and a deep connection with the recovery community. He highlights the value of giving back to society, inspiring his clients to make meaningful contributions through volunteer work within their local communities. He has volunteered for several organizations, including the Golden Retriever Rescue, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, and the Special Olympics.
Aaron’s personal background and interests provide a glimpse into his life, making him more relatable. He was born in Springfield, Missouri, and moved to Nebraska when he started his junior year of high school. He studied marketing at the University of Nebraska Omaha. Aaron is a faithful believer in Jesus Christ. He is recently married to his beautiful, supportive wife, has three children, and just became a grandfather. Aaron’s hobbies include hiking, traveling with his family, reading, exercising, and cooking.