Degrees
Reese Institute of Massage Therapy - 1990
(now known as Florida College of Natural Health)
Michelle attended when it was still personally run by Jean Reese,
an Esalen and Kripalu inspired holistic living approach was taught
Florida School of Acupuncture - 1996
Michelle attended the third course offered
at one of Central Florida's original acupuncture schools
University of Rhode Island - Bachelor of Arts, Women's Studies - 2002
Florida College of Integrative Medicine - Bachelor of Professional Health Studies - 2003
Florida College of Integrative Medicine, Master of Science in Oriental Medicine - 2003
Note: Florida College of Integrative Medicine is a college accredited by ACAOM, the agency recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education for Oriental Medical Colleges.
National & International Certifications
National Commission for Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) - Diplomate in Acupuncture (1996)
Toyo Hari Medical Association of Japan - Certified Training in U.S. (2000)
Toyo Hari Medical Association of Japan - Advanced Training completed in Tokyo (2003)
Professional Licenses
Dept. of Health - Board of Massage Therapy - License MA11000 since 1990
Dept. of Health - Board of Acupuncture - License AP731 since 1996
Other accomplishments:
Love Your Life Foundation, Inc. - Board of Directors
In Need of Diagnosis, Inc. - Board of Directors
Florida College of Natural Health - Advisory Board
Currently training and seeking certification for:
Certified Qi Gong Instructor
Registered Yoga Instructor
