About Me

A grounded guide for women ready to reconnect with themselves and live in alignment with who they truly are.

I didn’t come to this work through theory alone — I came through lived experience.

My journey into holistic counselling and soul coaching began when I introduced holistic practices into my own life to support my physical health. What unfolded was far more than physical healing. It became a profound reconnection, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually, revealing just how deeply intertwined every layer of our wellbeing truly is.

This personal healing journey quietly led me back to my heart and into a purpose-driven life.

As my own awareness deepened, so did the call to serve. I expanded my studies into holistic counselling, intuitive coaching, meditation teaching, and transformational healing practices — not to collect certificates, but to be able to truly meet women where they are and walk beside them with skill, presence, and compassion.

Why I Do What I Do

In my work with women over the years, I began to notice something important:

So many women are doing their best to cope, pushing through, holding it all together, functioning, yet quietly longing for peace, clarity, and a deeper sense of self.

I saw the need for a different way.
A way that honours both structure and softness.
Both skill and soul.

This led to an approach that is heart-centred and soul-led and the foundation of everything I offer, from my 1:1 holistic counselling sessions to my group programs, memberships, retreats, and educational offerings through the Australian Holistic Academy.

My Approach

I believe true healing doesn’t come from being told what to do.  It comes from feeling safe enough to listen inward.

My work blends grounded holistic counselling with intuitive, soul-based practices that gently guide you beyond the thinking mind and into deeper awareness. By supporting nervous system regulation, emotional integration, subconscious insight, and self-reflection, we create space for your own inner wisdom to lead the way.

This is not about fixing you.
It’s about remembering who you are.

A New Kind of Healing & Education

This same philosophy led to the creation of The Australian Holistic Academy — a space that bridges accredited professional training with inner development, self-trust, and authentic service.

It was born from a simple vision that I had.  To offer education that doesn’t just tick boxes — but touches lives by providing integrative, ethical, and soul-aligned education. 

I am the Founder of and Principal Teacher at The Australian Holistic Academy, providing internationally accredited and industry recognised training to holistic practitioners that ranges from Meditation Teacher Training to Holistic Counselling.

What I Hold as Sacred

I hold space for women who are:

• ready to deepen their connection with themselves
• craving emotional clarity and inner peace
• navigating change, healing, or personal evolution
• seeking a life that feels aligned rather than forced

In every session, program and offering, my intention is the same:
To create a safe, nurturing, grounded environment where you feel seen, heard, and supported — not judged, rushed or pressured.

A Gentle Invitation

If you’re here, I trust that something within you is quietly stirring.

You don’t need to have all the answers.
You don’t need to know exactly what’s next.

You only need the willingness to begin.

I would be honoured to walk beside you as you reconnect with your inner wisdom and step into the life that is waiting for you.

With Kindness
Michelle

Memberships
International Institute for Complementary Therapists – AU4140837538
Working with Children Check – WWC2704296E (July 28)

Appearances
Sacred U Love Panelist (various topics)
ABC Radio Illawarra
Wellbeing Magazine, Issue 199
Shamelessly Human Podcast, Sky Steele
Dare to be Authentic Radio Show, Mari Mitchell

Education:
Diploma of Counselling (Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors) – November 2024 – ongoing
Masters of Holistic Counselling (Mind Body Education) – August 2021 – June 2023, included 50 practical hours
Diploma of Holistic Empowerment Coaching (Mind Body Education) – August 2021 – January 2023
Advanced Certificate in Guiding & Teaching Meditation & Mindfulness – Specialising in: Spiritual Meditation & Community and Support Groups, (Australian Centre of Meditation and Mindfulness) – 320 hours
Life Coaching Certification (New Insights) – September 2018 – March 2020 , included 50 practical hours

Short Courses
Psychic Foundations Level 2 – January-August 2025
Psychic Foundations Level 1 – November 2023-July 2024
Soul Coach Certification (Denise Linn, The Linn Institute) – May 2021
Women’s Circle Facilitator Training (Honouring Heart / Imogen Bailey) – December 2020-March 2021
Ascension Training (Ashati Institute) – November 2020-February 2021
Master Training – Energy Healing including Reiki (Ashati Institute) – March-June 2020
Energy Healer Training – Reiki & others (Ashati Institute) – November-December 2019