Rooted in Nature.

Centered on You.

Nature-rooted support for the way you live and work.

Where plant wisdom meets personalized support.

At Wild Thistle Herbs, I offer holistic coaching and herbal support to help you slow down, reconnect with what matters most, and feel more like your true self. My work follows nature's rhythms and is guided by the belief that wellness doesn’t have to be extreme to be beneficial. Something as gentle as a cup of herbal tea can be deeply nourishing. Through personalized coaching, gentle guidance, and thoughtfully crafted herbal products, I support women, especially entrepreneurs, who are carrying a lot and ready for a steadier, more nourishing way of living.

Like the thistle — strong, grounded, quietly powerful, and resilient — you can thrive in your own way. Whether you’re here for coaching, herbal education, or simply a softer approach to well-being, you’re in the right place.

Nature is a steady companion, and there is more than one way to walk with it.

Choose the path that fits where you are right now.

Ways to Work Together

Holistic Coaching

Private coaching by video for entrepreneurial women who want support for their whole lives, not just the business. Begin with the Three-Session Bundle, or continue month to month with Twice a Month Plus. Not sure where to start? Book a complimentary discovery call, and we’ll find the right fit together.

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Herbal Consults

One-on-one comprehensive herbal consultations, in person or by video. A vitalist approach with plant-based support that fit your everyday wellness goals.

Book a Consult

The Apothecary

Handcrafted teas, tinctures, salves, flower essences, and seasonal blends. All items made in small batches by a skilled herbalist. Stop in for a cup of tea in Waco or shop online.

Visit the Apothecary

Events, Classes & Workshops

Hands-on classes and community gatherings at the apothecary, plus online events. Learn something new and spend time in community, whether in Waco or across the globe.

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Nature-Guided Living

Slow down

Breathe deeper

Come back to yourself

In a world that pushes us to go faster and do more, choosing a slower, more natural path holds deep wisdom. Through holistic coaching and herbal support, I help women gently reconnect with their rhythms, their priorities, and a sense of well-being that comes from alignment, not urgency.

"I recently had the pleasure of attending one of Michelle's salve classes. Oh my, she knows her stuff! I was so impressed with her knowledge of herbs. She is also very organized and has all the essentials that you need. She won't hesitate to tell you how to find items in ways that won't break the bank. Then at the end of the class, you walk away with these amazing products that you made yourself! Do yourself a favor and take one of her classes!" Kathryn L. Verified Google Review
"Michelle is wise and incredibly knowledgeable about all things herbal! She has a passion to help people, and that is what she does! She also clearly loves teaching people about the powerful, magical, medicinal powers of herbs and plants. I have so so so much to learn from her!! " Michelle Shakleford, Verified Google Review
"Love this space. Beautiful and inviting. Michelle is so friendly and knowledgeable in all things herbs. I was able to find what I was looking for and a bit more." Jenn I., Verified Google Review
“This shop is a sanctuary for all the best herbs. Michelle is a powerhouse of information and provides guidance on uses for all of the items she makes and offers. If you’re interested in learning more about the power of plants, she also goes even further in offering classes once a month that really dive into a wide range of practices with plants and herbs! The holistic community is grateful to have her in Waco!” Lexie B., Verified Google Review

Person pouring herbal tea from a glass teapot into a glass cup on a wooden table with herbs and flowers.

Working with Nature, Not Against It

I don’t believe in chasing every problem as it pops up. Whether it’s a business challenge, a relationship that needs attention, or a heavy season of life, I support the whole of you—body, mind, and spirit—so balance has room to take root.

Guided by a vitalist philosophy and informed by traditional systems like Unani Tibb, my work honors the idea that how we live, breathe, rest, and nourish ourselves shapes how we feel and how we show up. Just as plants thrive in the right conditions, we are influenced by air, water, sunlight, food, movement, and rest. When we feel nourished, we tend to make clearer decisions, lead with more ease, and bring more to our work, our business, and the people we love. When life pulls us off balance, nature can gently guide us back.

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Nature-rooted support, right where you are

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Wild Thistle Herbs & Alchemy is a holistic coaching practice and apothecary in Waco, Texas, offering coaching by video, herbal consultations, handcrafted products, and hands-on classes. Visit the apothecary’s Google Business Profile for current hours and upcoming events.

Visit the apothecary's Google Business Profile for current hours and upcoming events