where nature's gentle touch meets compassionate support to help you heal.

Welcome to Wild Thistle Herbs & Alchemy

Welcome to Wild Thistle Herbs & Alchemy, led by Michelle Spalding, where Western herbalism's wisdom meets vitalism with the spirit of the wild thistle's resilience

In a world bustling with quick fixes and hurried solutions, we believe in the power of gentle and intentional healing supported by nature. Our approach isn't just about addressing symptoms; it's about nurturing your body, mind, and spirit back to balance.

Through personalized coaching and clinical herbalism, we'll help you reclaim your vitality and rediscover the magic of self-care. It's not about heroic efforts but honoring your body's innate ability to heal with grace and compassion, just like the thistle's ability to thrive in harsh environments.

Take a step towards holistic well-being, a life infused with nourishment, support, and the gentle wisdom of Wild Thistle Herbs & Alchemy.  Feed your soul, replenish your spirit, and find solace in nature's bounty, all while standing tall like the ever-resilient thistle.

A Value-Driven Safe Space


Hi, I’m Michelle, a holistic coach and clinical herbalist committed to helping women reconnect with their inner wisdom and the healing power of nature. I specialize in supporting women through various stages of life, whether they are navigating stress and burnout, seeking balance in their health, or simply desiring deeper alignment with their life’s purpose.

My practice is grounded in vitalism, a holistic tradition that sees the body, mind, and spirit as interconnected and with the power to heal when given the proper support. I’ve received extensive herbal training and certificates from the Wildflower School of Botanical Medicine, the North American Institute of Medicinal Herbalism, and the Acorn School of Herbal Medicine. I’m a proud member of the American Herbalist Guild, Herbalists Without Borders, and United Plant Savers. My work blends time-honored herbal knowledge with a deep understanding of the body’s natural rhythms.

I also hold a Master’s Degree in Metaphysics from the University of Metaphysics in Sedona, Arizona, and am a certified practitioner in Sacred Depths Coaching from the Applied Depth Institute. This unique combination of metaphysical training and deep coaching techniques adds a spiritual dimension to my work, allowing me to guide clients through not only physical healing but also mental and spiritual transformation.

By integrating clinical herbalism, metaphysical principles, and holistic coaching, I provide a deeply personalized approach to healing that supports women at every stage of their journey. Whether you’re looking to restore balance, find clarity, or tap into your body’s innate healing abilities, I’m here to help you thrive—mind, body, and spirit.


Meet Michelle

Wild Thistle Herbs & Alchemy is an inclusive, judgment-free space. Believing and honoring that all bodies are sacred and everyone deserves to be treated with kindness, compassion, and support, regardless of size, belief system, identity, color, preference, background, or any other beautiful differentiating factor that makes you YOU. Our work focuses on supporting our beautiful clients’ minds, hearts, and bodies in feeling nourished and moving closer to their individual health and wellness goals.

Together, let's harness the resilience of the wild thistle and awaken your sacred warrior spirit within as we embark on a path of wellness, vitality, and inner strength.