My Journey

Since my first drink at the age of 13, I’ve battled alcoholism. It took me a long time to admit to myself and to my family and friends that I was an alcoholic, but in the end, I had to face the consequences of my behavior.

Alcohol and drug addiction stole 11 years of my life. I missed out on everything you’re supposed to do in your teens and twenties: college, building a career and figuring out who I wanted to be. Alcohol had taken over my life. I was miserable. I was getting older and I had nothing.

Help! Ask for the help you need. Like countless other addicts, my alcohol and drug use started off as a recreational activity. I soon became locked in addiction. I relinquished my integrity and stopped caring about myself and the world around me. I almost died from alcohol and drugs. With my last ounce of personal strength I started the slow road to recovery. Getting sober was the hardest thing I've ever done. At first I doubted the power of the process but was told that if I just didn't use drugs or alcohol it would improve and it did. That empty space inside of me -- “the hole” -- started to be filled.

Growing seedling Get a fresh start and rebuild. I began to rebuild my life. I recently celebrated 38 years of sobriety and have worked hard to repair my relationships with friends and family. Once I became sober I began to open my eyes and was able to see my life clearly and was able to handle my responsibilities. The sobriety path has been long and difficult at times but worth it.

Cherry blossom path Take a new path and create a new beginning. The best part of my recovery has been learning to love and appreciate myself. I used to hate myself to a point of utter self-loathing; every day was filled with hopelessness and fear. Today I am at peace. I am thankful on a daily basis for every experience I have, good or bad. I am full of excitement for the future, gratitude for the present, and I am happy in my own skin. I’m accepting of myself and laugh often. This is the gift of recovery.

Leap Over Get empowered, leap forward! Through my work as a Recovery Coach I am able to help individuals realize their dreams and become their most authentic, powerful selves. My mission is to help both addicts and the people who love them. Together, we’ll find solutions to living a more joyous, balanced life in recovery. I use my life experiences and my empathy to offer a safe space for my clients. It is an honor to be able to serve others on their path to a successful, happy recovery.

Client Testimonials

Michele is professional but at the same time down to earth and easy to talk to. I feel comfortable with her and she's made it easy for me to be open about my issues. She asks good questions that get to the heart of the matter. She's gentle and kind but will still hold you accountable. She's knowledgeable in matters of addiction and recovery which is intrinsic to her coaching. Things are better after working with her. Michele will help you make positive changes in your life and recovery. - Rena

Six months ago, I thought I'd give Recovery Life Coach a try and am shocked at the progress I've made in such a short amount of time. For years I treaded water in areas of my life that I wanted to change, but didn't know how. I tried on my own, but went back to old habits. Michele helped me take action to change the things I can. As a result? I've achieved more financial stability, job security, and manage my day-to-day activities with less stress and more productivity. I'm accountable for the first time in years. Michele is the ultimate coach: empathic, energizing, motivating and seems to know how to say the right at the right time. I couldn't have made all the progress without her coaching. - Annie

Michele has been an enormous help to me. Life coaching is the "missing piece" for many of us in recovery who are looking to take action on fulfilling our best life. As someone who has been in recovery for many years, I find that I need extra assistance, beyond therapy and sponsorship, towards achieving personal and professional goals. The individualized attention and targeted exercises that life coaching provide helps the sober person move past mental blocks and emotional traps that kept us from taking risks. Specific assignments require the type of accountability that enable me to move past character defects (or defenses) that prevent me from reaching my goals. What strikes me most about Michele is she listens without judgement--something those of us in recovery need in order to feel safe when facing change. Her calm and kind demeanor make speaking with her a pleasure .I highly recommend working with Michele for those who are in recovery. - Victoria