I'm Michelle Bartels, a certified NLP Life Coach and former nurse of over 25 years. I help people get unstuck in the three places life gets hardest: themselves, their relationship, and their health — one honest conversation at a time.
Find Your Starting PointMy path into this work wasn't a straight line — and that's exactly why I do it. As someone who built a business from the ground up, I understand what it feels like to be overworked, undervalued, and ready for something to change.
Today I work with clients one-on-one online — combining Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) coaching to help people move through anxiety, identity shifts, career transitions, relationship challenges, and the quiet work of simply feeling like themselves again.
Before coaching, I spent over 25 years as a nurse — caring for people at some of the hardest moments of their lives. That background shapes how I show up now: grounded, practical, and genuinely invested in your wellbeing, not just your goals.
Whether you're working on yourself, your marriage, or your health, my approach stays the same: grounded, personal, and centered on what actually moves you forward.
"You don't need to be fixed. You need space, tools, and someone in your corner while you find your footing again."— Michelle Bartels, Founder
Choose a service below and send a request — I'll follow up personally to confirm consent, scheduling, and payment with you directly.
One-on-one coaching using Neuro-Linguistic Programming techniques to help you move through anxiety, transition, or a career and identity shift with clarity.
Coaching focused on communication, connection, and navigating relationship transitions together — for couples or individuals working on their relationship.
Coaching focused on habits, mindset, and wellbeing goals — building a sustainable, healthier relationship with yourself.
Private, online instruction tailored to your energy, pace, and goals.
An online, fully clothed practice rooted in breath, energy, and conscious connection — focused on intimacy, presence, and communication rather than bodywork. Available for individuals and couples.
Simple, personal, and no online checkout — just a real conversation between us.
Choose your service(s) below and share a little about what you're looking for.
I'll personally reach out to answer questions, walk through consent, and make sure it's the right fit.
Together we'll set a time that works and arrange payment directly — no online checkout needed.
Fill this out and I'll personally follow up to talk through details, consent, scheduling, and payment.
Prefer to reach out directly instead?
Based in Lincoln, NE — serving clients online, worldwide.
Your request has been sent. I'll personally follow up with you soon. If you don't hear back within a couple of days, feel free to email rootedlightwellness1@outlook.com directly.
"Healing isn't about becoming someone new. It's about coming home to who you already are."MICHELLE BARTELS
Fill out the request form with the service(s) you're interested in. I'll personally reach out to answer questions and set up a time that works for both of us.
I'll email or call you personally to talk through what you're looking for, go over consent, and confirm scheduling and payment directly — nothing is charged automatically.
When I reach out, I'll walk you through a short consent conversation and answer any questions before we schedule. It only takes a few minutes and helps me understand your goals and any relevant history.
Yes. All coaching sessions are available entirely online, so you can join from wherever you're most comfortable.
Sessions may be rescheduled with at least 24 hours' notice. No refunds are issued for cancellations or missed sessions.