My Story
Melissa Gagne
Welcome to Sweet Soul Studio
Sweet Soul Studio was born from my own healing journey and a deep passion for health, wellness, and supporting others on their path to balance and peace. After living with chronic Lyme disease and spending 17 years exploring different healing modalities to reclaim my health, I felt called to create a space where others could find support, restoration, and hope in their own healing journeys.
For more than 21 years, I worked in corporate America while balancing long hours, frequent travel, and the responsibilities of motherhood—all while quietly battling a chronic illness that at times felt overwhelming. Eventually I realized that true healing required me to place my health and well-being at the center of my life. That meant making intentional choices to nurture my mind, body, and spirit.
Through my own experience, I discovered that practices such as energy healing, meditation, natural therapies, food as medicine, and time in nature were the most powerful tools in restoring my wellness. I believe deeply that the body has an innate ability to heal when we listen to it and respond with care and compassion. Meditation, in particular, creates a sacred space where we can reconnect with our inner wisdom and the quiet messages of our mind, body, and spirit.
Looking back on my journey, I have come to understand that self-care is not a luxury—it is a necessity. My intention in creating Sweet Soul Studio is to offer a peaceful sanctuary where you can cultivate self-love, reconnect with your inner peace, and feel supported by a community that uplifts and nurtures you.
I am a Certified Ayurvedic Health Instructor, Meditation Coach, Reiki Practitioner, and Level 2 Sound Healer, and it is my privilege to guide others in their wellness journey.
When I’m not at the studio, you’ll most likely find me spending time with my three children—Jake, Maeve, and Hazel—and our beloved Russian tortoise, Master Oogway. I also love walking in the woods, cooking, gathering with friends and family, and letting my creativity and inner child run wild.
I warmly invite you to explore Sweet Soul Studio and begin (or continue) your own journey toward healing, balance, and peace.
Meet my Business Partner & Meditation Master
Master Oogway
Master Oogway is my business partner, meditation master, roommate, and Sweet Soul Studio mascot. He is a Russian Tortoise and he has so many lessons to teach us about the simplicity of life. He shows me daily that there is no need to rush through life so we don’t miss the beauty and miracles all around us.

