Ariella graduated from York University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2008 and in 2012 she completed her Master of Science in Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto. Ariella worked as an occupational therapist in Toronto for three years, predominantly with individuals involved in serious motor vehicle accidents. She then moved to Sudbury and joined Lifemark in October of 2015. 

Ariella has completed courses and workshops in cognitive behavioural therapy techniques, cognitive rehabilitation and concussion management. She approaches treatment with patience and compassion. She believes in educating clients so that they can be empowered and take charge of their own recovery.