SHADOW COACH
FOUNDATIONAL CERTIFICATION
Our 8-month Shadow Coach Foundational Certification program is designed for coaches (or aspiring coaches), healers and therapists who are seeking to learn more about shadow work, how they can apply it to their work, and grow their business.
We welcome you to apply for the upcoming 8-Month
Shadow Coach Foundational Certification Program
REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JANUARY 15TH, 2025
(2024 PROGRAM SOLD OUT!)
CLASSES BEGIN ON JANUARY 17TH 2025
(LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE)
Have questions?
Book a FREE 15 minute consultation with the Wilderness Walk Team
Natalie Gentry- Body-Centered Practitioner and Coach
I enrolled in the Shadow Coaching certification program because I found that my clients had issues that went beyond the physical paradigm; I wanted tools to support them and I wanted a skill set that would help me to shift my business to include coaching the shadow elements that clients rarely explore. What I’ve discovered was so much more. This program is also helping me to unravel challenges I’ve struggled with as well. Bottom line: the better I’m able to understand and work through my challenges and roadblocks, the better able I am to serve others. This is a wonderful program…I highly recommend it!
LEARN MORE ABOUT SHADOW WORK
Shadow work is fast becoming one of the most powerful and potent healing modalities out there. We have witnessed how it has transformed countless lives. As a shadow coach, you get the ability to make a greater impact than you could have ever imagined possible.
We are excited about our new Shadow Coach Advanced Training!!
This is for already established coaches, therapists, and healers who are seeking to bring shadow work to their practice in order to go deeper and provide greater impact. We will be using some of the most effective healing modalities with shadow work to provide a wealth of tools and potent transformative experiences.
Are you interested in both the foundational and advanced training?
If you sign up for both programs then you can receive a huge discount and
pay only $9,995.
(Programs have to be completed within two consecutive years of each other.)
IS SHADOW COACHING THE RIGHT PATH FOR ME?
Become a catalyst for change.
Do you feel called to guide others toward the deepest transformation possible? Do you long for a career where you get to make a life-long impact on the lives of those you work with?
A Shadow Coach is someone who, even in the midst of chaos, can access an inner compass and map that can guide and direct others’ footsteps along their journey. They embody their own healing and transformation in order to show others the way. They compassionately hold sacred space and steadfastly witness those moving through a breaking open process. They are committed to internal freedom and true integration of ALL aspects of the human experience. Shadow workers have been seen for thousands of years as torches in the midst of darkness. They know how to see in the dark and help others to do the same.
As a Certified Shadow Coach, you can coach part-time, become an entrepreneur with your own full-time coaching business or even apply coaching skills to elevate your current career. Our graduates have a wide range of talents and come from a variety of professions and backgrounds.
Ready to take the first step?
THE WILDERNESS WALK
SHADOW COACH TRAINING OVERVIEW
Suzanne and George will teach you the powerful tools and concepts of shadow work methods and how to implement them in your life and business.
Foundations of Shadow Work
We understand the need for guidance and practical methods to support building a successful coaching practice. We will share with you many hands-on tools from marketing, finance and business.
Tools to Build Your Business
You will attend a virtual live retreat at the beginning and end of the program as a way to complete and integrate the process. An in-person retreat will be optional for an additional cost.
Virtual Retreats
These will be used for hands-on practice as well as an opportunity to integrate the material in a more visceral way. This space will provide you the answers to your questions and give you deeper clarity of how impactful this work can be.
Coaching Labs and Study Groups
The online learning space houses all your curriculum—videos, audios, and documents. It’s also where you’ll find your interactive class discussion forums, where you can interact with instructors, and where you get to know other coaches.
Online Learning Space
Our live classes use a video conferencing platform. During the program you’ll have monthly classes as well as small breakout room practices, discussions and instruction. These classes will be highly interactive and give you ample time to ask questions, practice techniques, and go deeper into your own healing and learning.
Classes and Mentoring
Lori Kaufman- Creativity Coach
If you are looking to expand your ability to support yourself and your clients as they transverse their healing journey, the Shadow Coaching Certification is for you! Suzanne and George come together to bring their expertise and passion for exploring the shadow. They provide an extensive framework for understanding and working with the shadow along with mentorship, community, and a vast library of excellent coaching tools to support your practice and strengthen your capacity to support your clients safely and with integrity.
LEARNING MODULES
Metaphors are a powerful and safe tool used to access the shadow parts of ourselves and bring them into conscious awareness.
THE POWER OF METAPHOR
Learn about the impacts of trauma on the body and the psyche. The cost of trauma and addiction is fear, disconnection, pain and shame. Learn about how this impacts the collective shadow and ripple effect on different cultures.
TRAUMA, ADDICTION AND THE COLLECTIVE SHADOW
The shadow develops through familial, cultural, and relational experiences and begins to create a false persona out of the need for survival.
BIRTH OF THE SHADOW
Understand the archetypal parts of ourselves and how they show up in our psyche. Learn how these parts can either sabotage or support us.
ARCHETYPES AND THE SHADOW
Learn the ways that we hide, suppress and deny our shadow parts and the impact it has on our mind, spirit and body.
BURYING THE SHADOW
Learn how interpretation, projection, mirroring, and blame perpetuates the shadow through our most intimate relationships.
FAMILY AND RELATIONSHIP SHADOWS
Our emotions are great teachers and allies. Learn how to navigate shadow emotions like fear, shame, guilt, anger, and grief.
SHADOW EMOTIONS
Learn about the fear we experience around love and joy as well as upper limiting and our fear of success and power.
THE GOLDEN SHADOW
Learn More About Shadow Work
and Shadow Coaching
“Unless we do conscious work on it, the shadow is almost always projected: That is, it is neatly laid on someone or something else so we do not have to take responsibility for it.”
– Robert Johnson
PROGRAM DETAILS
Dedicated Mentor Coach throughout Training
Coaching Toolkit with Exercises, Worksheets, and Business Tools
Business Learning Modules & PDF’s to Support Your Business
Private Student Forum with 24-7 Access to the Group
2 Virtual Retreats
Access to Educational Video Library
Access to Graduate Community after Completion of Program
Optional Live Retreat
Can be taken from anywhere in the world!
Virtual Online Shadow Coach Training
(8) Monthly Modules
(32) Pre-Recorded Video/Audio Trainings with accompanying PDF’s and Tools
(8) monthly coaching labs with Suzanne and George
(8) monthly facilitation calls with Suzanne and George
(4) 45-60 minute Study Groups with Master Coach Instruction
(4) 45-60 minute Support Groups with one of the Mentors
(4) Private Mentor Sessions for ongoing support
(3) Private Shadow Coaching Sessions for Personal Development
Book a discovery call to get started!
Beginning is EASY!
FOUNDERS AND FACILITATORS
Suzanne Hanna
Suzanne is a licensed psychotherapist, seasoned shadow coach, writer and speaker. She the founder and creator of The Wilderness Walk, an experiential hero’s journey through the fears of the subconscious mind and the pain of the wounded heart. She designed the journeys to help others integrate ALL aspects of their being, both the light and dark. Her three and nine-week journeys are changing lives all over the world and leading people on a path toward internal freedom. Suzanne co-founded the Shadow Coach Certification Program in order to create more impact and global healing. Suzanne works with courageous souls who want to embody the best versions of themselves and be a positive ripple in this world for others. She has a passion for the mountains, animals and nature. She is currently working on her first book.
George Herrick
George Herrick is co-creator of the original Wilderness Walk, and since then has been a creative contributor as well as a powerful collaborator with Suzanne. George is the founder of SoulDeep Living, a coaching process that supports people in taking courageous action toward the life that matters most to them. His classes, retreats and coaching lead others through transformational experiences and creative expression to live inspired lives. A life and recovery coach, artist, initiated shamanic practitioner and ceremonialist, George works with people who want a deeper connection to their soul and express their personal, human divinity with compassion, wisdom and a sense of service to something greater than themselves. He is the author of the best-selling book, “STONE WARRIOR; Confronting Life’s Dark Challenges with Stone Art and Meditation,” about his journey through the shadows of recovery from cancer and addiction.
Andrea Arledge
Andrea Arledge is not just a Registered Nurse with over 16 years of experience; she is a pioneering Shadow Coach who blends her deep medical knowledge with holistic practices to guide individuals on transformative journeys. With a rich background in holistic nutrition, somatic healing, and emotional health, Andrea empowers people to break free from the limiting stories that keep them stuck, helping them embrace their true selves and live authentically. Andrea is passionate about normalizing the full spectrum of human emotions and creating spaces where people can explore their inner landscapes without judgment. Her unique blend of skills and compassionate guidance helps clients navigate their emotional worlds with courage and integrity, leading them to profound internal liberation and empowerment.
Are you interested in learning more?
ALL SUCCESSFULLY CERTIFIED COACHES WILL RECEIVE:
Certificate of completion and certification.
Access to the Certified Coaches Graduate Community.
Ongoing access to all materials and resources.
Access to free ongoing training when available.
Highlighted as a Shadow Coach on The Wilderness Walk website.
Certified Shadow Coach logo to place on marketing materials and website.
A discount on all Wilderness Walk courses, products and retreats.
Ongoing Supervision.
Access to an expanding library of educational videos.
Investment
$5,995 USD
(Payment Plans Available)
Carolyn Carlson-Intuitive Massage Therapist, Creative Healer & Shadow Coach
Having done Shadow work over the past 6 years in my personal journey work, I knew that I wanted to be able to bring it to others in my professional offerings. The information I am learning and the tangible tools that I am being given have helped me to feel comfortable in my coaching sessions with others. The material is provided in a multi-tiered approach so that all learning styles can engage and become enriched in the certification process. If you are seeking a quality, well-rounded Shadow Coaching Certification look no further.
To become a Certified Shadow Coach participants must complete the following:
Completion of required self-study modules and objectives in the online learning space.
Attend a minimum of 80% of the calls LIVE.
Coach 65 hours outside of class (paid or unpaid).
Complete two written exams based on what you learn and practice during the training.
Schedule and complete 4 one-on-one mentoring sessions with your assigned Mentor.
Schedule and complete 3 personal development sessions with one of the leaders.
Record three 30-minute coaching sessions to review with your leader during your mentoring sessions.
Once your written exams, understanding of material, ability to navigate your own shadow experiences and coaching recordings meet the required standards, you will become certified.
Download a copy of our Program Brochure
2025 Shadow Coach Training Application
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