“The healing journey: narrated through ink and paper.”

Welcome! Michelle, known to her close friends and family as “Shell,” is a combat veteran who retired from the Army and has since been advocating for mental health awareness and healing trauma following her return from Afghanistan. Her experiences in Afghanistan had a profound impact on her life, inspiring her debut book, “The Healing Journey.” Michelle chose to let go of anger and resentment and embarked on a journey towards trauma recovery. During her path of self-discovery, she rediscovered her connection with God and returned to her writing roots. From a young age, she found enjoyment in writing, starting with a love for poetry that eventually led to crafting short stories. Throughout the pandemic, Michelle chose to transform her pain and trauma into a purposeful journey, with a focus on honoring God, advocating for the mental wellness of women affected by trauma, and embracing the healing powers of writing. Through her books and blog (Her Healing Haven), she hopes to provide reassurance to women that they are not alone and to inspire them to find a path forward, regardless of the challenges they encounter. She salutes any woman on a self-discovery journey, recognizing the immense bravery and courage it takes to choose to heal. 

Michelle has written four books that provide valuable guidance for those on their healing journey. These books include“The Healing Journey: A Guide to Healing & My Personal Stories of Hurting to Healing!”, “Stagnation to Success: A Guide for Shifting Your Mindset to Achieve Success,” “Embracing the Shadows: A Mindset Workbook for Self-Discovery,” and her latest release, “Trusting God In The Storm.”