Michelle is a counsellor, yoga instructor, Reiki practitioner and self-care strategist who supports clients in sourcing their own advocate and carer from within. A Registered Social Services Worker (RSSW) with additional certifications in vinyasa yoga, restorative yoga and Yoga Tune Up®, Michelle offers private and small group counselling and yoga instruction. She can also be found facilitating workshops in professional settings on topics such as self-care, stress management and an intuitive approach to wellness.
Michelle draws on theories of positive psychology, self-compassion, and mindfulness while also taking a keen interest in neuroscience and psychosomatic modalities. Whether supporting clients with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body image, disordered eating, eating disorders, athletic performance or chronic illness, Michelle’s core values of service, kindness, presence, and empathy are foundational to her work with others.
A practitioner with Health at Every Size ® informed and social justice perspectives, Michelle recognizes that everyone’s well-being is impacted by identity and circumstances. It is from these perspectives that Michelle is committed to partnering with clients from an anti-oppressive framework. Always the student and a firm believer that learning never stops, Michelle is currently pursuing her Masters in Social Work as she continues to offer her services here.
Michelle is currently accepting new clients in the virtual setting.