“I approached Michelle because I was struggling with binge eating. I had been tracking what I ate and how much I exercised, as well as my weight for well over a decade and it was becoming problematic. It was causing me stress and interfering with my mental health. I wanted to feel “normal”. Michelle helped me realize I was normal! She also helped me recognize patterns in my life that were contributing to my binge and overeating. I found real results! I stopped tracking food, exercise, and my weight. This was so freeing! I still pay attention to food and I still love to exercise, but I’m not obsessed with the numbers of it all. My binge and overeating episodes have decreased significantly! I don’t have unrealistic goals that I will never do these things, but when I do, I know my body is trying to tell me something if I take the time to listen and learn. Michelle is kind and gentle. She understands and guides you to the place that is just right for you.”
— Amanda
“Michelle was an absolute pleasure to be coached by. Her approach to the topic is fresh and feels more at ease with my soul rather than jerking myself in and out of a diet or extreme fitness routine. Talking about such in intimate topic such as eating and our bodies is something that requires immense trust. Michelle brings an essence that she is worthy of that trust with genuine kindness, love, and complete presence to the topic at hand and to myself as an individual.Michelle’s approach is not only individualized. It is realistic for long term health in body, mind, and spirit. ”
— Jaime Boots, Jaime W. www.JaimeBoots.com
“I approached Michelle after I heard her speak on a podcast. I wanted to get rid of my food guilt, my insecurity around my belly fat, my bingeing, and my all-around disordered relationship with food. Michelle was SO helpful! She was so compassionate yet had a really great way of challenging me to change my perspective around food, diets, and what it means to truly be healthy. Since working with Michelle, I do not suffer from food guilt, I no longer diet and I finally feel free from the stress of diets and the pressure to have a perfect figure. I would recommend Michelle to anyone who has ever felt like they need to punish themselves for eating. I would recommend her to anyone who needs to change their relationship with food and is just downright exhausted with diet culture and the pressure surrounding it. I am so much more at peace with food and my body since working with Michelle.”
— Kate
“Michelle was a wonderful facilitator as well as a wealth of information. She helps you not only look at the various reasons as to why one turns to food for comfort but challenges you to dig deep and explore the real reasons why food has become a comfort. She provides a wealth of support and tools to help look beyond food and offers concrete suggestions on dealing with difficult situations without turning to food. As a women’s health nurse practitioner, I would have no hesitation referring patients to her who are grappling with food issues.””
— Iris Stendig-Raskin, MSN, CRNP, WHNP-BC, Bethleham, PA
“I approached Michelle because while I had come far with IE on my own, I was having a hard time with a few parts of it. I had been in her group and so much of what she talked about really resonated with me. I found the experience very helpful, she brought an outside perspective and expertise that really aided me in seeing where I need to make some mindset changes. I would recommend Michelle to anyone seeking to heal their relationship with their body and food. No matter where you are in your journey, she will meet you there with compassion. ”
— Erica M.
“I don’t know where to begin. My heart is really learning to focus more positively on listening to my body for what it needs and intuitive exercise. The persistent call away from dieting has been just what I needed. Michelle’s video chats have made all the difference for me.”
— Carletta G.
“The workbook club has helped me focus on the emotional and somatic aspects of Intuitive Eating instead of the technical. I was nervous about joining because of my many decades of feeling like a failure at an (imaginary) goal and judging myself for everything. Michelle has helped me start to give myself a break in all aspects of my life. I am grateful!”
— Peggy S.
“I cannot express how grateful I am for Michelle and the group. I had bought this workbook months back and just couldn’t get through it. When I saw that Michelle was starting this, I had to be a part of it! It has helped me to stay involved and keeps me mindful. Michelle is an awesome teacher/mentor. She has a way of articulating the chapters and her own wisdom that is full of understanding and compassion. If anyone is stuck, afraid or struggling, Michelle will guide you in a loving way. I’m so honored she is a big part of my journey, she’s the best!!!!”
— Karen C.
“The workbook club has made me feel content and peaceful. Learning that my mistaken need for food is really opening up my awareness of my true feelings in the moment.”
— Julie T.
“I reached out to Michelle after hearing her interviewed on a podcast. I wanted help primarily with exercise resistance, but also with middle-aged body changes. Our coaching sessions were immensely helpful! I learned so much about myself and my thought processes. For the first time, I feel that I made real progress in improving my relationship with movement and finding peace with my body as it is now at age 45, and beyond. I have come to think of Michelle as sort of the big sister I never had and finding her was such a gift!” ”
— Becca Hoffman, www.beccahoffmanarts.com
“I requested a coaching session with Michelle because I had experienced her kindness and commitment to sharing supportive information via email newsletters and FB group. I am very pleased with the results of our session. She listened and fully understood where I am in my journey and what I am experiencing. She offered sound feedback and followed up with helpful tools to work through my progress. I feel I can count on her for any future support and coaching. ”
