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Michaela Gaffen Stone

Untangle the patterns. Live by choice.

About


Welcome

I'm so glad you're here.
Women hire me when something in their life no longer makes sense.
From the outside, everything may look fine. They're capable, thoughtful, successful, and the person everyone else depends on.
But underneath...
They're exhausted from making decisions based on other people's expectations.
They've outgrown old ways of thinking but aren't quite sure what comes next.
They know they're ready for something different—they just can't quite see the pattern yet.
That's where I come in.
I don't believe people are broken.
I believe we're all living by invisible rules we learned long before we were old enough to question them.
Together, we uncover those patterns using different lenses—behavioral science, Human Design, neuroscience, coaching, and practical experimentation—not because any one framework has all the answers, but because different lenses reveal different aspects of the same pattern.
My work isn't about becoming someone new.
It's about returning to yourself.
Around here, we don't chase transformation.
We investigate patterns, ask better questions, and return to ourselves.
If that sounds like the kind of work you've been looking for... welcome.

Packages

45-Minute strategy and planning Call

Looking to discover just how fast and efficient a strategy and planning call can be? 
Working with me brings the results you are ready for.
Want to have a clear direction for what's next?
You have arrived at the right place. 
You'll enter this session with questions and leave with a plan of action. 
What an amazing use of 45 minutes!
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Human Design Based Insight Coaching Package - 3 months

12 x 60 Minute virtual Insight coaching sessions.
A truly concierge service where Human Design and Behavior Change Sciences are used as appropriate to guide you in implementing behavior changes, moving you swiftly along the path of achieving your chosen goals.
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Insight Coaching - The model

Insight coaching transforms lives. It can transform yours. Using the model to become"unstuck" is a gift you can give to yourself knowing the more you use it the better your results will be! You will find practical solutions so you are no longer trapped repeating unhelpful cycles of behavior.
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Insight Coaching - 3 Months

Insight coaching transforms lives. It can transform yours. There is so much you can achieve, so much you have yet to create and enjoy in your life. We’ll find the emotional connections  that hold you back from living your best life. Together, we will break the chains, find practical solutions so you are no longer trapped in unhelpful cycles of behavior.
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Testimonials

"Working with Michaela was an incredible experience."

She is deeply knowledgeable, genuinely invested, and brings an energy that is both inspiring and reassuring. Her excitement for her work is contagious, and I always felt supported, challenged, and encouraged. If your intuition says to work with her, trust it—you won't be disappointed.

- Tina W, USA

"Her questions accelerated my business growth in ways I never expected."

Michaela's coaching brought clarity, fresh perspective, and practical insight that helped me move forward with confidence. Every session left me feeling focused, motivated, and equipped to take the next step.

- David Medanski, Author & "The Health Guy". Arizona USA

"Within two weeks, our family was communicating differently."

When my son was diagnosed with autism, we felt overwhelmed and out of options. Michaela provided practical strategies that transformed not only our communication, but our confidence as parents. The changes reached far beyond what we thought was possible.

- Nikki Sakariason, Colorado, USA

"Michaela has an incredible ability to see two or three layers deeper and bring hidden awareness into the light."

Her clarity, curiosity, and ability to name what I could only half recognize accelerated my personal development. She creates a space where perceived limitations become opportunities for exploration and growth.

- Milena Barton, Artist & Coach, UK

"The coaching experience with Michaela has been invaluable."

Her thoughtful questions and practical guidance helped our family navigate complex challenges while giving us a clearer, more hopeful path forward. I came away with greater confidence, resilience, and realistic strategies for moving ahead.

- Helen B. UK

"I came away feeling deeply seen, understood, and equipped with a clear plan."

Michaela has a remarkable ability to uncover the blind spots we often cannot see ourselves. She combines directness with genuine compassion, helping me grow without ever feeling judged or criticized. I continue to return to her work because of the lasting difference it has made.

- Dr. J.B. Florida, USA

Frequently Asked Questions

What if I don't know exactly what I need?
Perfect.
Most people don't come to me because they know the answer. They come because something no longer makes sense. We'll start there.
Do I need to know anything about Human Design before we work together?
Not at all.
Human Design is one of several lenses I use—not a belief system or something you need to study beforehand. I explain everything you need to know as we go, and we only use what is genuinely helpful.
Is this coaching?
Sometimes.
Sometimes it's mentoring. Sometimes it's strategic thinking. Sometimes it's pattern recognition. Most often, it's a conversation that helps you see what has been hiding in plain sight.
Labels matter much less than the outcome.
I feel stuck, but I can't explain why. Is that enough?
Yes.
In fact, it's one of the most common reasons women hire me.
You don't need a perfectly articulated problem before we begin. Curiosity is enough.
Will you tell me what to do?
No.
I will ask questions, offer observations, share frameworks, and help you recognize patterns you may not have seen before.
The decisions will always remain yours.
I believe lasting change comes from self-authority, not dependency.
What if I'm interested in more than one of your offerings?
That's completely normal.
Everything I create is part of the same ecosystem. Whether you begin with a summit, a Pattern Intensive, a Human Design reading, or The Sanctuary, you're entering the same conversation from different starting points.
We'll figure out what makes the most sense together.
Is this therapy?
No.
My work is educational, strategic, and developmental. It complements therapy beautifully, but it isn't a replacement for mental health treatment or medical care.
How will I know if we're a good fit?
If you enjoy thoughtful conversations, are willing to question old assumptions, and are curious about what might be possible, we're probably going to enjoy working together.
If you're looking for someone to hand you a formula or tell you exactly how to live your life, I'm probably not the right person—and that's perfectly okay.
What if I'm nervous about investing in myself?
That's a very human feeling.
You don't need certainty before taking a meaningful step.
You only need enough curiosity to wonder whether life could feel lighter, clearer, or more aligned than it does today.
One last thought...
You don't have to arrive here with all the answers.
You only need to arrive with one honest question.
Sometimes...
that's where everything begins.