Meet Michelle
Welcome, I’m so glad you're here!
I’m Michelle, but most people call me Misha—my self-proclaimed nickname of over 25 years! As a Reiki Master Teacher with more than 7 years of experience in Reiki energy healing, I’m passionate about helping you reconnect with the innate power to heal that already resides within you.
My mission is to spread this message across all communities: the wisdom to heal is flowing through your soul, waiting to be awakened. I’m here to guide heart-centered individuals like you in strengthening your self-care practices and creating your own healing routines to reduce anxiety, stress, and embrace a more balanced life.
A little about me: I’m a Mama to four kiddos— one in college, two at home, and a recent BSN RN college grad - always keeping me on my toes! They’ve been my greatest teachers in life.
When I’m not juggling family life, you’ll find me indulging in my love for books (my goal this year is to read 100!), sports, journaling, and outdoor adventuring. The beach is my happy place, and I’m currently reconnecting with my ancestral lineage of water healing —learning, growing, and embracing new experiences along the way.
I believe deeply in the power of education and experiences, and I’m motivated to create those opportunities not just for my children, but for myself and for others. That’s why I recently added Wellness Retreats to Soul Esteem’s offerings—to help more people explore new cultures, locales, and the profound connection to themselves found through travel.
Every day, I’m grateful for the chance to grow in my self-love and self-belief practices, and I strive to pass that gift forward to others. My purpose is to help you elevate your Soul Esteem and create endless opportunities for healing and growth.
I’m also a passionate advocate for the empowerment of women, children, and marginalized communities. I spend time volunteering and advocating for migrant farmworkers who put in tremendous effort to nourish our communities with fresh food from the Earth; as well as mental health awareness. This advocacy is close to my heart, rooted in the power of my Throat Chakra—the chakra that ignited my passion for Reiki.
At my first Reiki session, I learned that my Throat Chakra was imbalanced. The validation and freedom I felt from that awareness and subsequent healing has remained with me. There’s nothing more empowering than being able to express yourself freely and fully—and it’s why I hold the Throat Chakra is near and dear to me.
My approach to healing is holistic—focusing on breath, movement, and energy to align the mind, body, and spirit. This practice leads to improved well-being, mindfulness, happiness, and purpose.
I’m honored that our paths have crossed, and I’m here to be a guide on your energy healing journey. You are exactly where you need to be, and I’m excited to help you step into your highest Soul Esteem.
Welcome, my friend. Together, we’ll connect you to the resources you need to elevate your energy and transform your life.
Blessings to you!
In Reiki Love,
Misha
What People Are Saying
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Misha sparked an interest in me when I caught a live she did on energy and the rest is history. You always hear about the importance of your Mind, Body and Soul being aligned and the importance in being healthy and balanced from all aspects, but do many of us really know where to start in that balancing and healing process? I know I needed some guidance and tools to get me out of some ruts and being open to working with Michelle in The Reiki Retreat will show you exactly what I am talking about. This is the quality of your life we are talking about here, everyone deserves that chance to be happy and at their best and Michelle can guide and teach you to actually make that possible through her workshops. Not to mention she goes way above and beyond to work with you through your emotional or spiritual blocks, your life will change!
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— Carissa, San Jose, CA
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We enjoyed our event with Michelle! She led our group in embodied movement, guided meditation, and a Reiki Circle. She was able to meet everyone at the level they were at, as some were not familiar with healing and self awareness and others had been involved with these experiences. We definitely would work with Michelle again as we loved our time with her, and looking forward to it.
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— Angie, Livermore, CA
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Michelle is the best person ever!!! She is my energy coach and she literally messages me everyday to check on me and to send me motivation and tips to keep me on track. I see progress within myself and the urge to do more because of her. Trust me, she will get you to see the best in yourself.
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— Jadae, Tampa, FL
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Amazing experience and very much looking forward to continuing my sessions here! Very helpful and makes sure to explain everything so it is less intimidating for beginners! 10/10 would recommend!
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— Noah, Sunnyvale, CA
Certifications and Credentials
Reiki Master Teacher
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
Certified End of Life Specialist
Collective and Family Trauma Practitioner
Bachelor of Arts in Physical Anthropology and Behavioral Sciences
Wellness starts from within, and I'm here to help you unlock it.
The Journey Behind Soul Esteem
Soul Esteem was born from Michelle Nonnel’s personal journey to healing and self-love. In her quest to overcome childhood trauma, Michelle noticed a disconnect in conventional medicine’s approach to healing—specifically, a lack of guidance on how to:
Love yourself
Stand in your authentic truth without fear of judgment
Trust and utilize your body’s innate intelligence
Hone your intuition
Activate your body’s ability to heal itself
Without these tools, Michelle experienced:
Trapped emotions and chronic anxiety
Feeling stuck and overwhelmed
Disconnection from her passion and purpose
Depleted energy and repeated trauma responses
A sense of not living up to her full potential
In the summer of 2017, seeking clarity and an alternative path to healing, Michelle’s life changed when she attended her first Reiki session. The feelings of validation and belonging she received were divinely timed, and she immersed herself in the practice.
In January 2018, Michelle became a Certified Reiki Practitioner (Level I & II) and soon after launched Soul Esteem as a Facebook community offering Distance Reiki Sessions and Clarity Card Readings.
As demand grew, Soul Esteem expanded, opening a storefront in downtown Campbell in August 2019. In 2020, Michelle became a Reiki Master Teacher, and by March 2021, she had led her first class of Reiki students. To date, she’s helped over 70 students on their Reiki journey.
Current Offerings Include:
In-Person Reiki Healing Sessions
Distance Reiki Sessions
Comprehensive Wellness Scans
1:1 Custom Coaching Packages
Space Clearings
Reiki Level I & II Certification
Reiki Master Certification
Water Reiki Certification
Reiki Wellness Travel & Retreats
Sound Healings
Generational, Ancestral, and Collective Trauma Workshops
Corporate Events
These services are designed to help you break free from past traumas, release emotional blockages, and dissolve limiting beliefs—transmuting pain into joy, abundance, and ultimately, elevating your Soul Esteem.
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