In 2014 when Michelle’s 20-year relationship ended, she walked into the next chapter with a primary directive to be authentic and vulnerable.  As she shared more, the people around her shared more.  Through her work as a Cuddlist Certified professional cuddler, she began to train her nervous system to become more regulated and also built emotional maturity.

Today, Michelle Renee, as a Platonic Surrogate Partner, notes that her primary work is to support client in building the foundations to human connection. She is a platonic hands-on intimacy guide offering the experience of “feeling human”.  Her clients find her enthusiasm, acceptance, openness, and compassion the perfect mix for their authentic selves to emerge. She often explains her one-on-one offerings as “the physical therapy for your emotional health”. Ultimately, she offers a brave safe and trusted touch to her clients so they can have a more connected life.