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About Me and My Why

Hi, I’m Michaela, a Somatic Journeying Guide dedicated to helping you reconnect with the wisdom of your body and the fullness of your being. I guide clients toward grounded presence, more self-trust, emotional resilience, inner freedom and joy.

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My journey into this work comes from my own lived experience. I spent years caught in cycles of overthinking, survival, and self-silencing. Ignoring the parts of me that longed to be seen, heard, and held. That disconnection shaped how I breathed, felt, related, and lived. And yet, the moment I returned to my body with curiosity, care, and somatic awareness, I discovered profound shifts — greater peace, presence, and alignment with life. I have since witnessed the same deep, transformative healing in my clients, and it is this experience that inspires every session I hold.

Some areas of my life are still blossoming in their own imperfect rhythm. Yet, thanks to the reconnection with myself that I have found through somatic work, I can meet the unknown with steadiness and curiosity, trusting that I have the inner resources to grow toward the life I’m creating — and to hold space for others to do the same.

I believe the body is a sacred guide. A wise, intuitive companion that knows the way back to yourself when we learn to listen. I create spaces where slowing down is celebrated, where softness is strength, and where each person is met as an equal on their own unfolding path. In these spaces, you can integrate disowned parts, release what no longer serves you, and reclaim the aliveness that has always been within.

This work is not about fixing. It’s about remembering. It’s about returning. It’s about coming home to the truth of who you are.

That is my why, this is the heartbeat of my work.

My Vision

I do this work because I envision a world where more people have the opportunity to reconnect with their inner resources, trust their nervous system, and feel safe in their own body — moving from fragmentation to connection, from coping to belonging, from merely surviving to living soulfully.

My intention is not to fix you, because you are not broken. My intention is to guide you in remembering what has always been whole within you.

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A Gentle, Embodied Path

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A gentle, embodied somatic path that nurtures your inner wisdom, supports nervous system regulation, and cultivates lasting peace, joy, and aliveness.

Your Journey to Wholeness is rooted in warmth, presence, and authenticity.

It’s a space where slowing down is valued, where listening deeply, and honouring the body’s wisdom take precedence over fixing or forcing.

Here, every person is met as an equal and guided gently back to their own inner wisdom. Every interaction is infused with compassion, curiosity, and a sense of sacred respect for the human experience.

In this space, the return to wholeness is not rushed. It’s embodied — a process of remembering, integrating, and awakening to the aliveness that has always been within.

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Core Values

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Compassion

Creating a safe, non-judgmental space where every emotion and experience is welcomed with gentleness and understanding. Compassion is the foundation of every session — for yourself, your process, and your journey towards remembering your wholeness.

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Wholeness

Holding the belief that we are not broken, but remembering what has always been whole within us. Wholeness is not the absence of challenge or discomfort, but the knowing that you can meet yourself through it all. It is the lived experience of “I’ve got me” — the capacity to hold your emotions, contradictions, and full extent of your humanness with presence, compassion, and inner steadiness.

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Embodiment

Honouring the body as a sacred guide and gateway to experiencing life in its fullness and richness. The wisdom of the body leads the way toward authentic presence, integration, inner freedom and our natural aliveness.

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Authenticity

Encouraging each person to show up just as they are — unmasked, real, raw and true. All of us are welcome in this space because growth and transformation begin in the acceptance of what is.

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Integrity

Approaching this work with humility, professionalism, and deep respect for your process. Integrity means maintaining ethical practice, confidentiality, and genuine care in every interaction.

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Testimonials

  • “As a therapist myself, I hold exceptionally high standards and Michaela exceeds every one of them. She isn’t afraid to guide you into profound emotional territory or inner child work, yet she does so in a way that feels very nurturing, supportive, and firmly connected to the body..”

    Shaun OL

  • “Before I met with Michaela, I didn’t understand physical symptoms are information - I would often ignore unpleasant sensations and aches. I am now able to easily connect to my body and have tools and techniques from our sessions that help me manage physical feelings and emotions as they happen. I am now loving letting go of pain held within and making space for peace and joy.”

    TB

  • “Michaela, from the moment we connected, I felt I was being held safe by your presence. I felt your energy was so warm and gentle and you were so kind and supportive, giving me reassurance when I wasn't giving it to myself. This has helped me recognise how hard I am on myself. I felt you were intuitive, empathic, confident and knowledgeable in your practice, and a genuinely lovely person. ”

    S Harris

  • “Before I started working with you, I felt overall heavy stressed and burnt out, down, low, generally depressed and stuck. Overtime, I started feeling more positive, and more hopeful that I can help myself. The first session I felt good, surprised at the power of this work, although I didn't really feel like I was doing much. The following sessions I felt amazing!! I think you are fabulous! ”

    Nicola

  • "Having worked with you for some time, I am now very present in my body, with a deep inner knowing that is now guiding me more so than my mind. I love that my body finally feels heard... I have really enjoyed the slow process of moving deeper under your guidance. After each session I always feel much more centred and stable within. Sometimes I feel a little tired but there’s always a sense of relief."

    SN

  • Michaela is truly a wonderful soul who creates a safe, nurturing environment that allows for deep connection and release. Her somatic journeying session was a gentle yet powerful experience. I was amazed at how much emotion and tension I had been holding without realizing it, and how supported I felt in letting it all move through me. Michaela helps you access the parts of healing that words alone can’t reach. If you’re looking for a profound yet gentle approach to healing, Michaela is an absolute gift."

    T Koller

  • "Michaela has a beautiful presence about her and creates a soft, welcoming, gentle and safe space. My journey with Michaela was amazing. I set the intention to feel deeply, and my body gave me a few parts to explore during our time together. A couple of the parts were familiar and I have been working on them, however I also received guidance from a new part which will benefit my wellbeing going forwards."

    HN

  • "Michaela is beautiful soul, she holds a wonderful comforting space for you to open your heart and relax into your body, she has such warmth which allows you to speak openly and deep into what is coming up. Her intuition is amazing, she knows exactly how to guide you, it’s like she’s feeling it all with you and knows exactly how to respond to what’s coming up and how to guide you."

    Nic O'Leary

  • "Michaela is a natural at this. She makes you feel so calm and relaxed, she is very softly spoken and feminine which makes you feel very calm and supported. Not only that, the techniques she deploys allow you to address the issues you are facing really quickly but you never feel pressured to go anywhere you’re not ready for. Her calm, kind guidance always makes allows me to explore the issues that I’m dealing with. "

    Tom

  • Michaela guided me through a supportive and safe somatic journey to help me overcome my personal circumstances. She made me feel so comfortable and relaxed and I felt open to release some heavy emotions and tension. There was no pressure or judgement, just a sense of support and genuine compassion. I felt incredibly relaxed and felt I completely let go. Michaela shared some beautiful techniques and wisdom along the way to support me. "

    K

  • "The somatic journey I experienced with Michaela was very healing. I loved the journey we were able to go on together, it was really relaxing. Michaela’s loving energy is magnetic, I felt very safe, heard, held and supported. I enjoyed the tone of Michaela voice and the music was just right. I felt most supported by Michaela’s energy and presence. I felt so open, safe and loved."

    Buffie Shondell

  • "Before I connected with Michaela, I felt quite down, low energy, cornered and alone. During my journey with Michaela, I experienced profound realisation of becoming and embodying inner child and being cared for and loved by higher self. Everything was beautifully, caringly, compassionately and professionally organised and executed. Profoundly touching and moving.

    NM

  • "It was a beautiful session, I truly enjoyed every single moment, I’ve connected to my worry and anger and Michaela helped me by holding a safe space for me so I could release it. It was a beautiful powerful session. Thank you!"

    Kat

  • "I really enjoyed my somatic healing session with Michaela. She offers the perfect balance of guidance, space, encouragement and coaching throughout. I could feel her warmth and passion through the screen. It was absolutely lovely. "

    KH

  • "Michaela has a really supportive and grounded presence. I felt genuinely listened to and cared for throughout the session. Her guidance was gentle but clear, and it helped me reconnect with a younger part of myself in a way that felt safe and natural. I left the session feeling lighter and more connected. "

    Francois

  • "Before working with Michaela I was experiencing anxiety. Afterwards I felt much calmer and more optimistic. This work has really helped me come back home to my body, I feel more present, confident, and aligned."

    Stefka Nikolova

  • "Before my journey with Michaela I felt a little bit raw and sensitive. After each session I felt empowered and excited. I feel like I was easily able to get into a relaxed state and Michaela guided me really well with her soft, gentle demeanor and kindness. She asked great questions that guided me to discovering some deep past emotional wounds."

    CG

  • "Michaela holds a loving and safe container allowing me to let go of pain and connect more deeply with my heart. I always felt supported in my process and feel that I can now lean into my vulnerability with more confidence."

    Allison D

  • "It was a wonderful experience, I felt that my energies expanded, I know something healed on a deeper level as I had felt so much love towards others. An hour after my session, I had a heart expansion and my throat chakra was pulsating. Michaela has such a lovely peaceful energy and is very humble for having such a wonderful gift."

    Jennifer Y

  • "I had a beautiful relaxed experience today with Michaela. Michaela was very calm and grounded and held a safe space throughout our session. I was feeling somewhat emotional prior to our session but afterwards I felt really relaxed, grounded and at peace. Thank you Michaela"

    AHJ

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