Lesson Summary

Instructor Michele Gaines, a licensed professional counselor, shares her background to help students know who they are learning from:

• Michele has a master's in counseling and 15 years of experience in mental health and higher education.
• She enjoys wellness coaching for its holistic approach focusing on strengths and resilience.
• Michele is committed to empowering and healing the community of helpers.

Michele believes in taking a strength-based approach, offering online wellness courses, community events, and individual support:

• She has faced significant personal challenges, including alcohol addiction, fertility struggles, and a traumatic accident.
• These experiences have shaped her into a compassionate and understanding individual, able to support others through dark times.

Michele hopes to create a supportive community for individuals to prioritize self-care without guilt or shame. Her aim is to help others find inner peace, redefine purpose, and awaken self-worth:

• She values connecting with students and encourages communication throughout the course.
• Michele is dedicated to guiding individuals through their self-discovery journey and believes in making a difference in their lives.

By sharing her story and experiences, Michele Gaines aims to assist individuals in achieving harmony, well-being, and growth on their paths to self-discovery.

Thank you for choosing to embark on this learning journey with Michele!