Hi! I’m Yolie Stephenson.

A passionate Health and Wellness Copywriter & Website Designer.

I create conversion-focused Squarespace websites for health and wellness professionals in New Zealand and worldwide.

It’s lovely to meet you!

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Fitness, Yoga & Pilates Teachers

NUTRITIONISTS

Functional Medicine Practitioners

HEALTH COACHES

Naturopaths & More!

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Wellness has been a love of mine since adulthood after dealing with endo and MCAS. But before that, I was the little kid who ran to the library, had stacks of books piled up in my bedroom Matilda-style, and regularly tore pages from magazines I loved the look of. I had an affinity for writing.

I earned my BA in English Literature. I completed an internship at People magazine’s London Bureau that turned into a four year “stringer” role (where I got to attend the Pride & Prejudice London premiere—a dream!).

However, I decided journalism wasn’t for me, and after an interlude as a yoga teacher, I transitioned into a marketing position for triyoga, a leading family of yoga studios in London.

Eventually, a move to NZ beckoned, and I sharpened my sales copy skills as in-house (remote) copywriter, and client copywriting coach, for Australia’s leading business mentor for health coaches, Amanda Jane Daley. Simultaneously contracting as a copywriter to a couple of Auckland marketing agencies and an Australian website design & Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO) studio.

Since then, I’ve built my own copywriting and web design business from my Auckland home office nook, exclusively serving health and wellness brands, businesses, practitioners and professionals.

How did I end up as a website designer & copywriter for wellness brands worldwide?

I’ve added to my on-the job experience in copywriting, wire-framing, web design and SEO with trainings from Copyhackers, Ashlyn Carter (Copywriting for Creatives), Paige Brunton (Squarespace Secrets), Applet Studio, Tarzan Kay & NZIE (Digital Marketing Strategy).

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Here’s what makes me qualified as a health and wellness copywriter & website designer — ready to support you with your marketing.

Niche experience with online businesses + health and wellness studios & service providers

10 years of digital marketing experience

4+ years of experience writing sales copy, web copy, email and ad copy for a 7-figure business mentor for health coaches

Trusted by two Auckland digital marketing agencies & rave reviews from business mentors

Digital Marketing Strategy Credential (2024)

Professional development with Copyhackers. Copywriting for Creatives. Paige Brunton, Applet Studio Tarzan Kay and NZIE.

Why the focus on websites? Because your website is prime online real estate that you own.

The people who arrive on your digital doorstep—whether through search, social, networking, or recommendations—are already curious about you and what you have to offer.

And the moment they set cursor on your site is an opportunity to get remembered, cultivate trust and, ideally, gain a shiny new lead, client or customer.

Yes, design matters. But words are ultimately what spark connection, create desire, and seal the deal. Words and web design work best in tandem. Which is why I offer both!

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Consider me your strategic collaborator who’s excited to help your wellness business, & your confidence, blossom.

I love supporting health and wellness businesses as a copywriter and web designer —giving them the tools to improve their marketing, messaging, and website—so they can better make the difference that they feel called to make.

After 40+ websites written and wire-framed, dozens of wellness websites reviewed (plus countless sales emails, over two dozen sales pages, agency and in-house stints), I’m well-poised to help you out.

I truly care about helping you to succeed and have the impact you dream of. Let’s whip your site into shape, shall we?!

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Things you'd find out about me over coffee and dark chocolate ☕️

(A peek behind the scenes!)

  1. I’m a Brit! I moved from England to New Zealand in 2017 courtesy of my Kiwi husband. It was (very) tough at first, but I love it now. Plus, it’s the land of the long black, so that’s a win!

  2. The North Island’s beautiful beaches make my heart do handstands (and my nervous system feel so much calmer). Swimming in the sea is the BEST.

  3. I adore all things hygge, and Your Home & Garden magazine is the only one I read. Calm neutrals and nature is my vibe.

  4. I’m a certified Yoga Teacher & IIN Health Coach, a healthy foodie, and used to keep a blog called ‘Practising Wellness’.

  5. Weekends don’t feel complete without Pilates, some dark chocolate, or a long walk on the beach with my sassy Schnauzer Kombucha & sweet-as-honey rescue Staffy/Sharpei mix Venus.

  6. When I’m not working, you’ll often find my nose in a book - I love Nordic noir novels, and I’ve watched David Fincher’s ‘Girl with the Dragon Tattoo’ so many times that I’ve lost count. Skål!