what my clients are saying
My clients learn to say no, do less, and stop people pleasing so that they can say “yes” to a calm, organized, intentional life.
In a recent survey, my clients rated their coaching experience an average of 9.9 out of 10, and 100% said they would recommend my coaching to a friend. I love helping women move from feeling overwhelmed and stuck to feeling calm, confident, and in control of their lives. My approach is simple and practical—providing tools and personalized guidance to help you let go of guilt, set healthy boundaries, and create a life that feels balanced and intentional.
“I was stuck in a job I hated. My anxiety was so off the charts that I would wake up every day with butterflies in my stomach just thinking about going to work. I couldn’t eat and I was failing as an employee, friend, husband and father.
Then I started working with Michelle. She not only helped me put a plan in place with techniques to lower my anxiety, she helped me realize my potential.
Since our coaching, I’ve found the job of my dreams, my stress and anxiety are at all-time lows and I’ve been able to be the daddy and husband I want to be.
Michelle didn’t make these changes for me, I did it. But I could not have done so without the coaching, guidance, techniques and support she provided along the way.”
Real Client Experiences
Get a sneak peek into what my real clients experience—and discover the shifts that changed everything for them.
From Frozen to Focused
Episode 207
Jenny Connors
Founder & Director, Women's Theater Collective
The Struggle
- 3 years of constant overwhelm—either frozen or spinning
- 164-item to-do list, expected everything from herself
- Ashamed if she couldn't accomplish everything daily
The Shift
- Mapped out actual time vs. unrealistic expectations
- Learned to choose 2-3 priorities instead of 37 tasks
- Created DREAP tool: checking basic needs before working
The Result
- Broke the "doom cycle" completely
- More focused, relaxed, and efficient
- Team celebrates weekly wins together
One Tool She Uses Daily
DREAP: Drop (eye drops), Eat, Agua (water), P (bathroom). Check basic needs first.
From Broken to Boundless
Episode 93
Angie Moehlmann
Author & Education Leader
The Struggle
- COVID, failed marriage, felt completely broken
- Negative self-talk consumed her thoughts
- Guilty about everything—work, parenting, herself
The Shift
- Learned to observe and change her thought patterns
- Realized she could control how she thinks, not circumstances
- Started celebrating wins instead of focusing on gaps
The Result
- Quit 9-to-5 principal job after 20 years
- Published book "Destination Baby"
- Calm, peaceful, living intentionally with her kids
One Tool She Uses Daily
Morning routine: Write 3 things you're grateful for, 1 thing you love about yourself, your meal plan.
From Perfectionist to Empowered
Episode 28
Shannon O'Toole
Business Coach & Outsourced Chief Talent Officer
The Struggle
- Lost dream corporate job during COVID
- Had the business idea but imposter syndrome held her back
- Terrified of stepping out without perfect planning
The Shift
- Learned to trust her gut and intuition
- Discovered values alignment answers every decision
- Realized discomfort is part of growth, not a sign to stop
The Result
- Started thriving coaching and consulting business
- Dramatically reduced anxiety
- Working with ideal clients who value their people
One Tool She Uses Daily
"Is this aligned with my values?" Everything changed with this one question.
From Corporate Burnout to Freedom
Episode 18
Tara Permann
Career Strategist & Life Coach
The Struggle
- 23 years in corporate, felt stalled and unfulfilled
- Juggling demanding job, parenting, and spouse's travel schedule
- Convinced she needed safety net before making any change
The Shift
- Learned to think differently about fear and readiness
- Discovered her unique value and ideal client
- Realized she could start before feeling "ready"
The Result
- Quit corporate to start her own coaching practice
- Now takes month-long family vacations to Europe
- Transformed from victim mentality to empowered
One Tool She Uses Daily
"Thank you, fear. I already thought about it. I'm good. Let's proceed."
From Always-On to Balanced
Episode 15
Jennifer Heal
Social Media & Digital Marketing Consultant
The Struggle
- On vacation but checking work constantly
- Equated her work to her worth as a person
- Always needing to prove herself and be productive
The Shift
- Removed phone from bedroom to protect sleep
- Realized she didn't have to earn the right to self-care
- Stopped saying yes to everything just to please clients
The Result
- Takes multiple vacations without laptop
- Wakes up without alarm at her natural time
- Confident in her pricing and worth
One Tool She Uses Daily
Phone out of the bedroom. Don't check it first thing. Protect your morning.
From Aimless to Abundant
Episode 10
Kari Kaiser
Freelance Graphic Designer
The Struggle
- Divorce, pandemic, economic uncertainty all at once
- Aimless in solo freelance work, underbidding clients
- Convinced nonprofits couldn't afford her rates
The Shift
- Realized she was making up stories about clients' budgets
- Learned to charge fairly for quality work
- Discovered structure actually gives her freedom
The Result
- 50% income increase year-over-year
- Weaned herself off antidepressant
- Now travels and trusts herself with money
One Tool She Uses Daily
"I desire to create quality work that attracts those who need it."
From Victim Mentality to Unstoppable
Episode 7
Lauren Rapaport
Life Coach & Sobriety Advocate
The Struggle
- Lived with victim mentality since age 3
- Overdrinking, miserable in corporate job
- Convinced she was powerless to change
The Shift
- Discovered diabetes was neutral—only her thoughts caused suffering
- Learned to feel her feelings instead of pushing them away
- Shifted from "happening to me" to "I have agency"
The Result
- 2 years sober
- Started her own life coaching practice
- 50% calmer, strong boundaries, 100% happier
One Tool She Uses Daily
"Just because you have a thought doesn't make it true. You don't have to buy into it."
“Working with Michelle has been the biggest and deepest breath of fresh air. Her coaching style is nurturing and supportive while pushing me beyond my excuses and fear. She coached me through one of my most challenging career situations when I didn’t see a way out. The anxiety and overwhelm simply felt like too much. Michelle coaches with compassion, support, and most importantly for me, real talk.
She helped me to create radical change that I didn’t think was possible. I know I couldn’t have gotten through this without her. I am forever grateful to have found Michelle’s work.”
““I used to get stuck in a loop of negative self-talk and overwhelm which was paralyzing. Thanks to Michelle’s practical tools and fresh perspective, I now have the confidence and clarity I need to handle whatever life throws at me.” ”
“I’m so thankful to Michelle for bringing calm into my crazy world and showing me I’m capable of changes. She taught me to say “no” to things in my business so that I can say “yes” to my kids. She taught me to plan and organize, and helped my life and home have less clutter. She is an amazing life coach and person.”
““Before coaching with Michelle, I felt guilty all the time and constantly struggled to set boundaries. Now, I’ve let go of that guilt, learned how to manage my mind, and feel in control of my life.”
“Since working with Michelle, I’ve been able to pause and recognize when I’m putting unnecessary pressure on myself, and it’s been a huge stress relief! I am now better at saying no to things that don’t serve me, balancing motherhood with business ownership according to my own rules, and making sure I’m taking time for myself as well. I can’t recommend Michelle’s coaching program highly enough!”