Hi, I’m Ariel. I’ve spent much of my life immersed in the healing power of music, creativity, and personal growth. As a singer, songwriter, and vocal coach, my mission is to help others find their voice—both literally and metaphorically. I believe that when we tap into the power of our voice, we unlock a deeper connection to ourselves, to others, and to the world around us.
Over the past twenty years, It’s been a joy for me to help people—whether they’re aspiring singers, public speakers, or simply those seeking to express themselves more fully—discover their potential.
Music has been a lifelong path for me. I started playing piano and singing on stage at the age of five and throughout my childhood I sang, recorded and performed in harmony alongside my mom. By high school, playing and writing songs became my therapy. To this day, songwriting continues to be one of my favorite ways to process emotions, make sense of this crazy world, and find inner peace.
Alongside my passion for teaching, I've released six albums and been lucky enough to perform at some truly special venues—places like The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, The Bedford in London, The Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, and The Sunset Center in Carmel. As a solo artist, I’ve released two albums and have loved collaborating on musical projects as well. I sang and toured with the a cappella group Mayim, and our three albums earned us the Gayle Rich Award for artistic contributions in Santa Cruz. In 2018, I was recognized with the Social Justice Award at the Positive Music Awards for my song “Thrive,” co-written with Austin Willacy for the documentary Thrive: What On Earth Will It Take. My latest project, Hidden Rivers, was released in 2024 under the name Canyon Sisters, a folk duo I formed with my step-sister, Becca Davis.
As a vocal coach and songwriter I’ve come to believe that singing and songwriting are not just artistic expressions—they are also deeply therapeutic. For this reason, I completed my M.A. in Counseling Psychology and wrote my theses, “Rising Into Song, Voicework in Psychotherapy,” on the therapeutic benefits of singing, songwriting and vocal improvisation.
These last couple years I’ve had the privilege of working as a clinical therapist with teenagers in a therapeutic model program. It’s been rewarding to support young people as they navigate life’s challenges. Through a blend of Voicework, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Practices, and Expressive Arts Therapy, I aim to create a safe space for clients to explore their challenges, build resilience, and find their voice.
If you’re curious about working together or learning more about my vocal coaching and workshops, don’t hesitate to reach out. I’d love to connect with you!
“Song or music is able to capture something that goes beyond what we would normally be able to articulate in our rational, logical minds”